Climbing Wall and Competition | University Recreation

Climbing Rates

Semester Pass

$20

Month Pass

$10

Day Pass

$3

The first visit to the climbing wall is free. After the first visit, members can select a semester, month or day pass option. All memberships include free shoe rental.

Group Rentals

Rentals are available during the Spring and Fall semesters on Fridays from 6 – 8 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays during Witt Center operational hours. Rentals during summer break will be addressed on a case-by-case basis.

Summer Birthday Parties

Skip the ordinary and celebrate an unforgettable climbing adventure! Our climbing wall birthday parties combine excitement, teamwork, and confidence-building challenges led by trained climbing staff who keep guests engaged from the first climb to the final celebration. Perfect for beginners and experienced climbers alike — we handle the details so you can enjoy the celebration.

Available beginning May 15 and ending August 8. Climbing Wall parties include climbing time and celebration time in our designated eating area, during the 2-hour period.

Fridays

12 – 2 p.m.
3 – 5 p.m.
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Saturdays

10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
3 – 5 p.m.

Rentals and Rates

Rental requests for groups and parties must be received two weeks prior to the event date. For additional questions or more information about making a Climbing Wall reservation request, please call 205-348-1953 or email urecevents@ua.edu.

Reservation Pricing

Membership Classifications

Bouldering/Auto belay – No testing required!
Top Rope – Complete a Belay Skills Verification Test every semester
Sport Lead – Complete a Lead Skills Verification Test every semester

Our staff are available to belay you on routes—no skill test required to get started!

Classes Offered

Outdoor Recreation offers climbing classes during the fall semester. Explore the options and register for the one that suits you best.

Top Rope

This course covers a basic understanding of top rope belaying. By taking this course, you will be taught industry-standard top rope belay fundamentals and techniques as well as the necessary knots and commands to climb at the Witt Climbing Wall.

Lead Climbing Belay Class

Our Lead Climbing Belay Class provides you with a foundation for the sport of lead climbing. Instructors will guide you through industry-standard belaying techniques, the importance of rope management, and proper lead climbing communication.