Getting Into It - Intro Climbing Course and World Partnership Walk Fundraiser - Sat, May 15 2010

Getting Into It - Intro Climbing Course and World Partnership Walk Fundraiser (5/15/2010)

PRE-REGISTRATION & PAYMENT REQUIRED: Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page. After you sign up at the bottom, you will be presented with information about how to pay. Late payments are NOT accepted for this event, in any circumstance.

You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).

The Basics:

Event Type:

Climb

Event Location:

Vertically Inclined Rock Gym (VIRG)

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, May 15 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, May 13 2010 12:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

3 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Narmin
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Member Cost:

$47.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

8 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

This three-hour program is for new climbers. It presents all the information necessary to get you started in the sport of indoor rock climbing. The course introduces new climbers to the facility and teaches the basics of the top rope system including belaying (controlling the rope at the bottom for the climber), the figure-eight follow-through knot (used to secure the climber while they climb), and all the appropriate safety checks.

Vertically Inclined Rock Gym (VIRG) instructors will set you up with all of the equipment, keep you under a watchful eye,and challenge you on the facility's walls.

Following the course you will be able to come in and complete a belay check, which will give you access to all of the top rope routes at VIRG.

Vertically Inclined Rock Gym (VIRG) is a great indoor rock gym with plenty of climbing space. VIRG is equipped with top rope systems, lead climb areas and pulleys. VIRG has plenty of bouldering space for those not ready for ropes.

Event cost includes entrance to the climbing facility, instruction, gear and a donation to the World Partnership Walk.

All participants will be required to sign a facility waiver upon arrival at VIRG. This waiver is in addition to the one required by the EOC upon registration for this event.

The cost of this event includes a $5 donation for the World Partnership Walk, an annual event that raises money for global development. EOC members have participated in the World Partnership Walk for several years and this is the second year that we are organizing a climbing fundraising event.

Required Items to Bring:
Socks to wear in the rental shoes.
Loose clothing, appropriate for climbing - no short shorts or really baggy workout clothing.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
A lock for the change room lockers.
Camera
Water bottle

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

VIRG is located at 8523 Argyll Road - Edmonton, AB. It's a big lime green building located on the South side of the street.

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Notes:

VIRG has given us a discounted rate for this course - the regular price is $59 +GST.

- Registration is NOT COMPLETE until you've signed up and paid by the registration cut off date. The money must be in the EOC's possession by that date. No exceptions.
- When a minimum group size appears, this is to let you know that the event will be cancelled with refunds to those who have already paid, if the minimum number of registered participants is not met. For any events where EOC needs a minimum number of participants, there will be absolutely no refunds of money if you cancel.
- We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in EOC events.
- Please scroll through and read the entire online waiver when you sign up.
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.

Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$47.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Entrance to the facility, instruction and all gear rentals.

The fee also includes a $5 donation to the World Partnership Walk, an annual event that raises money for and awareness about global development. 100% of donations go directly to development projects in Asia and Africa. Not a single cent is spent on administration.

All participants will complete a donation form and receive acknowledgement for their contribution.

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the EOC on Thu, May 13 2010.

Make a Payment:

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Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!