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Frequently Asked Questions...

Q: Is there an age limit?

    A:No, however we do recommend 8 years and older

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Q: How do I get started? It's my first time.

   A: All of this info can be found under the "First Visit" tab at the top.

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Q: I already know how to belay. Do I need the belay instruction?

   A: No, but you do need to pass our belay test by demonstrating you can perform... correctly putting on a harness, tying in to climb, setting up to belay, and properly belaying your partner.

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Q: My child knows how to belay but they are 14, can they still belay at your facility?

   A: No they may not. We require all belayers, no matter if they know how to, to be 15 years of age or older.

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Q: Do I need a reservation?

   A: No, reservations are only required for "groups". Walk-ins are welcome at any time during opening hours.

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Q: I'm just watching my niece/nephew climb, do I need a waiver?

   A: No, but their parent or court appointed legal guardian must fill out their waiver prior to climbing.

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Q: Is there a weight limit?

   A: There is no limit. As long as you can fit into our harness's, you can climb!

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Q: I want to schedule a group/party. What do I do?

   A: Awesome! Give us a call at (717)795-9580 to check availability. For info on these check out the "Groups" tab at the top.

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Q: What does "belaying" mean?

   A: Belaying is a term referring to the rope management for the climbers. A "belayer" is the person holding the rope, taking out the slack, and lowering a climber back to the ground. These are only used in top roping where the rope is attached to an anchor at the top of our walls. Top roping requires two people.

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Q: What does "bouldering" mean?

   A: Bouldering refers to the climbing on our shorter walls that go up to 14ft. There are special pads that cushion a climbers fall.

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Q: Do you have gift cards?

   A: We do. Gift cards can be for any dollar amount. We do not offer online purchasing of gift cards. Just give us a call at (717)795-9580 during operating hours and we can mail it or stop in to get one!

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Q: Do you have auto belays?

   A: We do not have auto belays at our gym.

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Q: Do you have lead climbing?

   A: We do not have lead climbing at our gym. We have three floors of climbing including bouldering and top rope walls.

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Q: How do I cancel my recurring membership?

    A: Give us a call during operating hours... before the 1st of the month you'd like to cancel. You can also shoot us an email at travisatclimbnasium@gmail.com

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