Services - Recreation Services - University of Delaware

Rockwall Policy

All users must attend orientation before being permitted to climb or belay during Open Climb.
Open climbing will not take place during orientation.
All users will follow the instructions of the climbing wall staff.
Must be 18 years old (or a matriculated full-time UD student) to use this room alone. Anyone under 18 must have adult supervision.
Only climbing wall staff may change or install holds.
Food and drinks are not permitted in the climbing gym.
Full shoes must be worn. No bare feet, open toes, open heels, or sandals permitted. Climbing shoes are recommended but not required.
Personal belongings should be secured in lockers. Gym bags, backpacks, etc. are not allowed inside the climbing room.
Do not use hang boards without staff permission.
Bouldering: height of climber's feet may not exceed six (6) feet.
Spotters must be used for bouldering.
A belay anchor must be used when the weight difference between climber and belayer is 30 lbs. or more.
Helmets are required for anyone under 18. Helmets are available for use for those 18 and older, but are not required.
You must be certified by UD staff to lead climb or lead belay.
Climbing room is not to be used without trained staff present.