Learn to climb

Learn the Ropes

Who it's for
Ages 18+
Level and climbing
Beginners, Improvers · Top rope
When and how long
Tuesdays 18:30–20:30, two sessions a week apart; dates on Bookeo · 2 weekly sessions of 2 hours
Where
On Belay Climbing, 38 Hutchinson St, Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast, 4220

Price

$149 for the course

Members $99. Includes harness and shoe hire, and entry between the two sessions is free.

Details and booking on onbelayclimbing.com.auDirections

About the class

A small-group course in climbing technique for new and recent climbers: footwork, hold types, wall angles, body positioning and the different kinds of climbing.

As On Belay Climbing lists it. Times and prices change, so check with the wall before you book. Something wrong? Let us know.

More classes at On Belay Climbing

In the classes library
  • InductionAges 12+

    Belay Safety Induction

    On arrival, no booking neededBeginners

    Free with entry

    A free lesson in belaying for first-time visitors who haven't belayed before. Returning climbers can ask for a refresher, and experienced climbers have a quick check of their belaying.

  • Lead course

    Learn to Lead

    A Tuesday and a Thursday, 18:00–21:00; dates on Bookeo2 sessions of 3 hoursImprovers

    $249 for the course

    A course with PACI-qualified instructors in lead climbing and lead belaying: clipping, rope management, falling and the risks of leading. Grigris only.

  • ClubAges 12+

    DYNOs Youth Climbing Club

    Mondays and Fridays 16:30–18:00 in Queensland school termsOne or two 90-minute sessions a week for the term

    $219 a term

    A youth club for climbers aged 12 and over, coached by an instructor, with one or two sessions a week and free climbing in the holidays after the term.

  • ClubAges up to 11

    Monkeys Kids Climbing Club

    Saturdays 08:30–10:00 in Queensland school terms90 minutes a week for the termBeginners, Improvers

    $140 a term

    A weekly club for under-12s with an instructor, who teaches climbing, confidence and problem-solving. Join for the term or drop in.

  • Holiday campAges 6–16

    School Holiday Program

    Queensland school holidays, 09:00–15:00 (drop-off from 08:45)1 dayBeginners, Improvers

    $99 a day

    A drop-off day of climbing challenges, games and other activities with instructors, for new and experienced young climbers. Bring lunch, snacks and a water bottle.

  • Fitness classAges 16+

    ClimbFit

    Tuesdays and Thursdays 18:30–19:30, in four blocks a year that follow the school terms1 hourBeginners, Improvers, Advanced

    $20 a session

    Coached climbing fitness classes, written by climbing coaches, that build power, strength, endurance and technique in a social group.

  • Fitness class

    Yoga

    Included in membership

    Yoga sessions that come free with every membership.

Learn to climb courses at other walls nearby

  • Learn to climb

    Learn to Climb Course

    Intakes of three Tuesday workshops, 18:30–20:00 (latest: 22 September to 6 October 2026)3 workshops of 90 minutes over 15 daysBeginners, Improvers

    $175 for the course

    Alpine Indoor Climbing Currumbin, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia6.9 km away

    Coaches cover the basics of bouldering, hold types, movement and training tips over three evening workshops, for complete beginners or anyone brushing up on the fundamentals.