Our WallNuts program is offered in 6 week instructional sessions throughout the year for children and youth ages 6-14. These classes are offered in age groups with a focus on individual progression to encourage youth to progress to their maximum potential. For more information and for upcoming sessions visit our programming page.

Belay certification at the Kohltech Climbing Wall empowers climbers to climb during open hours without needing a staff member to belay. Climbers can take turns belaying for each other once certified, or belay for others who have not yet acquired belay certification.

“Learn to Belay” is a free course for annual members, or a $21 fee non-members including drop-ins (10% off with a NON-ANNUAL Memberships)

Book a time with our climbing wall supervisor Christine Cutler by emailing ccutler@ratheastlinkcc.ca or calling 902 893 2224 to set you up with a CWA Certified instructor.

This certification is open to climbers age 16 and up, however, climbers wishing to do so will be closely monitored by staff during their visit. 

Climbers who have not yet acquired belay certification or who wish to climb alone may take advantage of Community Climbing sessions, where staff operate the ropes (belay) for the public. Those wanting a personal belayer outside of Community Climbing hours may ‘Hire a Belayer’, paid by hourly rate and booked in advance. One week’s notice is usually required. Visit our climbing wall schedule to see upcoming community climbing times. Other sessions may occur seasonally. Contact the Climbing Wall Manager for details.