To get started rock climbing, start by Googling “rock climbing gym near me“, look up a YOUtube video on “rock climbing for beginners” to get an idea of what’s involved, or JUST SHOW UP & learn from a knowledgeable staff member.  

Any rock climbing establishment we’ve been to (we checked out all of the local ones DFW had to offer before we bought our membership to see which we liked best) has always had the most professional & friendly staff members working there (think happy, hippy, but safe vibes). 

Upon arrival you will have to sign liability forms for all parties involved in climbing (for their protection & yours) because there is a bit of risk involved, but keep in mind safety is always of the utmost importance at rock climbing facilities & is ALWAYS their #1 priority for you, your peace of mind, experience & enjoyment.

 So don’t worry or stress, they are there to help you & teach you what you need to know, in-person to get you climbing in typically 30 minutes or less (it’s that easy). 

Now gripping the artificial rocks and actually making your way up the more advanced routes your first day…  Maybe not so easy.  

***On an important note, it is important to let you know that rock climbing is very physically demanding and although it can be great for rehabilitation, if you have any sort of physical disability or major health concern you may want to take the proper steps and precautions. 

You could start by learning how to properly stretch before your rock climbing workout, or how to apply the proper health accessories that are available beforehand, like applying high quality kinesiology tape to your injuries, and implementing stretching bands into your stretching routine.   

Carter uses KT Tape (kinesiology tape) on his shoulders where he has a shoulder subluxation that refers to a partial dislocation of the shoulder joint as well as his lower back and it is the most effective tool we’ve ever found for those kinds of injuries.

These techniques have been suggested and used by healthcare professionals like orthopedics, chiropractors, physical therapists and athletic trainers for over thirty years.***

It will take time to condition your muscles & grip accordingly, it’s all part of the process & one of the great challenges you’ll face with climbing if you’re into that sorta thing!  

If you try climbing & want to advance your mastery & shorten your soreness time, we suggest you try out the hand/grip strengthener shown in “our bag” below (which helps relieve carpal tunnel too) in your spare time & doing some serious stretching with the elastic bands before & after your workouts for best results.