Indoor Rock climbing at Extreme Edge

Welcome!

Description
This Meetup was started to help people experience rock climbing and be part of a fun, active group of climbers. It was founded by Morgan and Lera of eartH2Ocean and has been running for a few years now. We’re fortunate to have an amazing bunch of regulars of all levels who started their climbing passion with us! So whether you are new or a seasoned legend, please don't hesitate to come along and join us!

Newcomers
If it’s your first time, aim to arrive just before 6pm as they start the belay lessons on the hour, every hour (belaying is part of the climbing experience, so you’ll need to be signed off before you can belay another climber). Once you are signed off though, you won’t need to do it again! To speed up the process, please head to Extreme Edge’s website below and sign the waiver before coming in. Just look for the blue ‘Sign our waiver’ tab at the bottom right corner. Alternatively, you can sign the waiver when you first arrive (just leave five minutes or so to finish that and get your gear before the lesson).

http://www.extremeedge.co.nz/

Getting Started
While we list a start time of 6pm, the Meetup is really an opportunity for regulars to meet and find small groups to climb with (normally in twos or threes). So we don’t really have a dedicated starting time or a regular place to meet. So when you arrive, just look out for the hosts Chris and Rob or any other regulars or members who have signed up for the event. If it’s early, they’ll probably be warming up on the walls near to where the belay lessons are held. Please don’t be shy, just introduce yourselves and we’ll help out in any way we can!

If you have any questions, just post them in the comment’s section and we’ll do our best to answer. If we can, we’ll arrange to meet you otherwise, I’m sure you’ll bump into us on the wall! Quite a few of our regulars also just show up and don’t put their name down, so on most nights you’re almost guaranteed to find someone to climb with.

Why Rock Climbing?
Rock climbing is one of the best activities you can do if you love to challenge yourself both physically and mentally. It is a great way to workout while having fun and making friends. So please come along and try something new!!!

Date & Time
We aim to host at Extreme Edge every week on a Wednesday night. People normally arrive between 6pm and 7pm and climb through to around 8:30pm. If you arrive a bit late to join in belay lesson, don’t worry, you can climb with any of the other regulars who are signed off (you just can’t belay yourself) or you can warm up on the bouldering wall or brave one of the auto-belays! (these are automated devices that allow you to climb on your own).

Location
Extreme Edge Rock Climbing, 32 Morrin Road, Saint Johns, Panmure at the end of a long driveway. Parking is limited, so come before 6pm if you want a spot near the building, otherwise you might need to park along the street and walk a short distance.

What to Bring

Harnesses are included as part of the entry fee and you can hire shoes at reception if you don’t have your own (shoes are highly recommended). If you have your own harness, climbing shoes or a chalk bag, bring them along. Otherwise just wear comfortable clothes to move in and a water bottle.

Cost

• Adult (16yrs or over) + harness = $30.
• *Adults (16yrs or over) with their own harness get a $5 discount.
• *Adults with valid students ID’s, AURAC club members, Alpine club members and people from NZ Defence Force receive a 10% discount.
• Climbing shoes are an extra to hire, just ask at the desk.

Food & Drinks
Limited snacks and drinks available to purchase at Extreme Edge. Some nights after climbing we go to Miann in Ponsonby for hot chocolates and dessert 😋

RSVP
If it’s your first time, please RSVP so we can look out for you. Otherwise, just turn up and join in!

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Photos
Please be aware that during events we may be taking photos that these may be used to share the groups activities and possibly for marketing purposes. By participating in the events, you give permission for us to use images for such purposes.

Disclaimer
We are not a tour company business. We organise trips on your behalf because we are passionate about sharing our passion for the outdoors. Think of us more like a group of friends, with one friend that likes to organise everything! This means we are not responsible for your health and safety or any expenses you occur during the trip. We encourage people to organise their own insurances and promote safe use of all outdoor environments.