Climbing Gym

Are your interested in a fun and exciting alternative to traditional exercise? If so, visit the SIUE Rock Climbing Gym located in the Vadalabene Center! The 1500 sq ft. climbing wall features 15 belay stations, numerous climbing routes, an artificial crevice and a 45-degree overhang. The wall, made of simulated rock and affixed with a wide variety of hand and foot holds, provides climbers of all ages and abilities with unique physical and mental challenges that help to build strength, endurance and self confidence.

The SIUE Climbing Gym is open to all SIUE students, faculty, staff, SFC members and immediate family members of these affiliates. Guests must purchase a "Guest Pass" from the SFC Front Desk in order to climb during open hours. Guests may rent the Climbing Gym for an additional fee (see below).

Open Climb Hours (Summer 2008)* from May 28th to August 22nd

Monday ,Wednesday, Friday

5:30pm - 8:30pm

Renting the Climbing Gym

University and community groups may rent the climbing gym for recreational activities, group training, professional development and special events. Rentals allow groups to have private access and exclusive use of the wall for a two hour time period. Groups must call for reservations at least two weeks in advance of the requested date. All participants are required to fill out a waiver of liability before they will be allowed to climb. For more information, or to rent the climbing gym, contact the SFC Front Desk at (618) 650-2348.

	Rental Prices:
	SIUE Groups
	Up to 12 Participants	$40
	Groups of 13-18	$55
	External Groups
	Up to 12 Participants	$150
	Each additional participant (Up to a total of 18)	$10

What can the gym be rented for?
Team Building	Birthday Parties
Group Functions	Class Experiences
Family Reunions	Religious Functions

*Climbing Gym hours are subject to change to accommodate expressed needs of the climbing community and special programs. Changes in hours will be posted on the bulletin board outside of the Climbing Gym.