Indoor Climbing
The Adventure program provides a wealth of indoor rock climbing experiences and instruction at the 47-foot climbing wall and bouldering cave located at the Student Fitness Center. We have times available for open climbing and assisted climbing through staff belays.
Participants interested in belaying at the climbing wall must first pass a Belay Skills Assessment which may be administered any time during open climbing hours as staffing allows. Assessments must be renewed each academic year. For more information view our climbing area rules.
Workshops
Register for climbing wall workshops and special events by visiting our program portal.
Rock 101
Belay Workshops
Learning to belay is an important part of the climbing experience at the Climbing Wall or outside on a natural cliff face. These workshops teach participants about equipment, knots, climbing skills, belay technique, catching falls, and lowering climbers, with plenty of practice.
Interested in a workshop that we offer, but cannot make the scheduled date? Custom workshops can be scheduled by calling (309) 438-8417 or emailing Adventure@illinoisState.edu.
Special Events
Black Light Climb
Join us in experiencing rock climbing like you never have before! We will be turning out the lights and climbing into the night. Registrants will have the opportunity to enjoy an empty SFCM lit only by blacklights, illuminating themselves and our climbing wall in glow-in-the-dark and neon designs. Top rope and bouldering are available, accompanied by a curated soundtrack designed to enhance your climbing performance!
Adaptive Climbing
Adaptive climbing is provided by request and during scheduled events each year. Adaptive climbing provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities to climb at the indoor wall. Students can contact Student Access & Accommodation Services for adaptive climbing needs. Want to learn more? Contact stmiddle@ilstu.edu with any questions.