Take your Climbing to New Heights

Refine your skills with Philadelphia Rock Gyms’ specialized programs and supportive community.

Specialized programs from experienced coaches designed to build strength, hone technique, and connect you with a passionate community.

Progressive programs for all skill levels

Expert-led instruction for confident climbing

Supportive community: grow alongside passionate climbers

Measurable outcomes: track your progress

Classes

Beginner

Introduction to Top Rope Climbing

Ages 16+

$39/participant
Free for PRG Members

Class Details

1-Hour Class
covering:

  • Gear Overview
  • Knot tying and belaying instruction
  • Grading system overview
  • Basic gym etiquette
  • Practice

Class Size

Maximum 6

Includes

Expert-led instruction and assistance

All rental equipment

Day pass for the remainder of the day

Prior Experience / Prerequisites

No previous experience necessary! Must be 16 or older.

Advanced

Introduction to Lead Climbing

Ages 16+

$99.95/participant
PRG Members: $59.95

Class Details

4-hours of Instruction

Split into 2 sections, 2-hours each
covering:

  • Lead belay instruction
  • Lead climbing instruction
  • Rope management
  • Practice

Class Size

Maximum 6

Includes

Expert-led instruction and assistance

Day pass for the remainder of the day

Prior Experience / Prerequisites

Must be 16 or older

PRG Top Rope Belay Certification

Confidently able to climb 5.9

Coaching

Beta Sessions

Ages 18+

FREE coaching for PRG Members

Program Details

Monthly Group Coaching

2-hour Sessions
covering:

  • Projecting Advice
  • Technique coaching
  • Training Drills

2-hour Sessions
covering:

  • Projecting Advice
  • Technique coaching
  • Training Drills

Group Size

Maximum 25

Includes

Expert coaching and guidance

Get better, faster.

Prior Experience / Prerequisites

None! Great for all levels.

Private instruction

All Ages

Rate varies by Instructor

Program Details

Customized 1-on-1 Coaching

Tailored to your individual goals

Includes

Customized training plan and instruction

Expert coaching and guidance from the region’s best instructors

Get better, faster.

Prior Experience / Prerequisites

None! Great for all levels.

Meet Our Coaches

Tom Meehan
Tom MeehanPRG Oaks & PRG Malvern - Flexible for other locations*
Chris Palmer
Chris PalmerPRG Malvern
Alex Raybold
Alex RayboldPRG Oaks
Alex Hogancamp
Alex HogancampPRG Fishtown & PRG East Falls
Alec Bader
Alec BaderPRG Fishtown - Flexible for PRG East Falls
Jason Kim
Jason KimPRG Wyncote
Bri Wagner
Bri WagnerPRG Oaks
Nathan Wolfskill
Nathan WolfskillPRG Oaks

Camp FAQs

Please send us an email to book. We will be in contact to set things up.
If you have a desired PRG coach, goal or reason for Private Lessons let us know in the email!

Yes, this is a special perk for being a PRG Member.

We recommend starting with an ATC (or other standard plate style device), but please use the device you are comfortable with. PRG offers a Intro to GriGri lead class for those that have already passed a PRG lead class with an ATC. Email tmeehan@philarockgym.com with questions.

Yes! We can be flexible with scheduling, group size, and pricing depending on the situation. Email tmeehan@philarockgym.com with questions.

For Classes, 72 hours notice is required for cancellation. Payment can be refunded as a credit that can used at any PRG in the future. For Private Lessons, please communicate with your instructor.

For PRG Lead Classes, you must bring your own equipment (rope, harness and belay device). For Monthly Beta Sessions and Private Lessons, PRG can provide gear if needed.

We got you, just email us!