Classes and programs for every movement modality
CLIMBING CLASSES + PROGRAMS
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Improve your climbing!
From the very basics, to nuanced considerations about body positioning, these classes will improve your climbing awareness and ability, and help you climb BETTER!
Each week of the month we run a different class. Classes are:
Introductory Boulder BETTER
Advanced Boulder BETTER
Introductory Route Climb BETTER
Advanced Route Climb BETTER
Recommended for newer climbers wanting to improve technique and gain a greater understanding of climbing movement, and for intermediate climbers looking to break through a plateau and refine their skillset.
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Dive deeper into climbing technique with private coaching sessions. Each session tailored to your specific needs and goals.
Recommended for adults with intro-level experience. Not recommended for first time visitors.
Call in to the front desk to schedule.
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Learn the ins and out of climbing on a rope safely at ELEV8. This course will teach you the fundamentals of top rope climbing and belaying.
Recommended for adults with intro-level experience. Not recommended for children or first time visitors.
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This class will teach you the skills necessary to safely lead climb at ELEV8, including how to properly clip a quickdraw, how to manage slack in the system, how to perform the proper belay techniques, how to safely take a lead fall, and how to recognize and avoid potential hazards.
Recommended for adults with intermediate-level experience. 3 months of consistent top rope belaying REQUIRED for this class.
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Do you have some outdoor climbing in your future? Or aspire to take your climbing to the outdoors? Or maybe you’ve got some experience climbing outside, but want to ensure you are following best practices?
Then get into one of our gym-to-crag classes! These 4-hour sessions cover tons of detail, from gear specifics, to preparation, to hazard assessment, to additional considerations for climbing outdoors, and more! We will spend some time in the classroom, but the bulk of it doing hands-on rehearsal of some crucial safety techniques for outdoor climbing.
This course is intended for climbers who are lead climb or lead belay certified.
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To quiet the mind and find release.
Our restore classes are yin-based and slower paced. Restorative floor postures are held for longer periods of time with the assistance of props and supports.
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To develop balance between strength and flexibility
A slower paced flow focusing on perfecting alignment, finding moments of stillness through postures, and developing strength and flexibility.
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To connect to the breath and build strength.
A faster paced flow focusing on fluid motion, building heat within the body, and moving through postures utilizing the breath.
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To build a core of steel and work up a sweat.
TRX utilizes suspension straps and free weights to offer options for building arm, core, and leg strength at various intensities. Accessible to beginners and seasoned athletes alike, TRX allows you to moderate your own workout intensity with ample modification options provided by an instructor.
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A grounding balance of restorative postures and Pilates-inspired strengthening of the core.
With a focus on breath, and the use of props and assistance, this class helps boost mobility and improve posture.
YOGA CLASSES
We all could use a leg up with our climbing (and help stretching our leg up!) We've got you covered--climb to new heights with our pop-up Yoga for Climbers class. 🧗🧘
This class is a unique blend of dynamic Vinyasa flow and restorative Yin yoga to help you:
🔹 Build strength and balance with a challenging Vinyasa sequence.
🔹 Release tension in key climbing muscles with a deeply relaxing Yin practice.
🔹 Improve flexibility and prevent injuries.
🔹 Enhance your overall climbing performance.
Expect:
🔸 Longer flows with a focus on strengthening poses (think: drop back knee in crescent lunge and more!).
🔸 Targeted stretches for climbers, focusing on areas like calves, wrists, and forearms.
Suitable for all levels.
$15 members | $20 non-members
🚀 Unleash Your Inner Child (and Your Inner Athlete!) at Movement Lab! 🚀
Tired of the same old workout routine? Do you crave movement that's playful, creative, and FUN? Then get ready to experiment in our Movement Lab with Jillian Votava!
Forget structured routines and memorized steps. In this 4-week series, we'll rediscover the joy of "playing around" through active games, improv, and imaginative movement explorations. Think less "dance class" and more "recess for grown-ups"!
We'll explore movement concepts like Space, Time, Force, and Body, but through a lens of playful exploration. No performance pressure, just pure, unadulterated FUN. Perfect for adults who love to move, try new things, and laugh along the way.
🔬 Movement Lab Series #1:
✨ Fridays, 4:30-5:30pm
✨ March 7th - March 21st
✨ $20 drop-in
Ready to play? Sign up today!
Meet Your Instructors
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Katie Randazzo Erway
NASM CPT, TRX, PCES, RYT 200hr
Katie is an NASM-certified personal trainer, corrective exercise specialist, fitness nutrition specialist, pregnancy/post-partum corrective exercise specialist, pelvic floor coach, and TRX qualified instructor. Katie has been training since 2010.
Katie brings education and excitement to each class she teaches. Seeing her students’ progress and how much better they feel is what inspires Katie the most!
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Jessica Shelton
ERYT 200hr & Certified Pilates Instructor
Jessica Shelton has been teaching for 12 years with an approach that is curious, compassionate, & encourages joy through movement & breath.
Her teachers include Yoga Medicine & Katonah Yoga, Balanced Body Pilates & the influences of Taoism, Buddhism, Vedic philosophy, the cycles of the seasons & Lake Michigan.
She is available for private lessons and specializes in hands on assists, creative use of props, and working to create stability in the body and nervous system.
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Emily Arbut
200hr YTT, Certified Prenatal/Postpartum Yoga & Doula
Emily has been practicing yoga from a young age, but received her certification after the birth of her daughter because she was inspired to follow a more transformative path.
She practices an intuitive form of instruction, aiming to connect with her students through meditation, breath and movement.
When not teaching, you will find her working with children as a doula or nanny, or spending time outdoors running, hiking, volunteering, traveling or having adventures with her little!
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Stephanie Nagy
200hr YTT
Stephanie started exploring yoga during mental health "flare-ups", especially during college and COVID-19 pandemic. Stephanie has always been curious about exploring the body, stretching the body in new ways, and what makes us who we are. She found yoga initially while dealing with the stress of a college student learning to manage adulthood. After taking a break from the practice, Stephanie reunited with her mat at yoga classes offered at the climbing gym and a yoga studio with community and like-minded values. Stephanie immersed herself in the practice, committing to a daily practice and 200-hour YTT over the next year. She started teaching quickly after. She continues to love learning from and about others.
In her free time, Stephanie hikes with her dog, kayaks, skis, climbs, and spends relaxed time in nature. She is newer to the Traverse City area but especially loves being outside and experiencing all 4 seasons!
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Mollee Fishaw
200 YTT, NASM certified, NASM Women’s Fitness specialist
I love to help people build positive relationships with movement and fitness. Movement is more than training one’s body for physical benefits, it has ample mental health benefits as well. I love to my help my clients realize that taking care of their body sprinkles the same care into every other aspect of their lives. I want to make your experience is fun and inviting so that it’s an enjoyable part of your day.
I began my fitness career in 2015 and have truly enjoyed group fitness the most, teaching everything from kickboxing, cycle, boot camps, TRX etc. Nothing like the energy of a group of people together, supporting and growing each other. I continue to add new forms of fitness and yoga to my training and enjoy blending all of these aspects to create effective, fun and beneficial classes.
If I’m not teaching yoga or fitness you can find me outside gardening, paddle boarding, hiking and camping.
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Grace Guba
Hi, I’m Grace!
As a yoga teacher, I believe in the power of movement to restore balance—not just physically, but emotionally and energetically. Whether through physical flows, grounding practices, or moments of stillness on your mat.
Yoga to me, connects us intuitively to ourselves, and practicing together invites us into deeper community.
Join me on the mat, where we begin as enough, and we are right on time—one breath at a time.
Om Shanti Peace.
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To provide guided instruction for kids on a weekly basis.
A weekly program with guided instruction from one of ELEV8’s experienced coaches. Youth climbers will learn the fundamentals of climbing, play climbing games on the wall, and learn how to support their fellow climbers.
Sessions are hour-long and occur every Monday.
Age groups: 6-9 or 9-14
NEW THIS YEAR - Climbing Club will operate on an ongoing basis - participants will remain in the program throughout the school year (or until cancellation). Open spots will be filled from the waitlist.--------
Want to sign up?
SIGN UP HERENeed to cancel your spot in Climbing Club?
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Team ELEV8 is for youth climbers that want to dedicate their time and energy to improving their climbing skills in a team setting. There are two teams that comprise Team ELEV8:
Approach Team
Meets once per week to work on technique and foster a passion for climbing with drills and games as part of a team.Ascent Team
For youth climbers who want to compete at USAC Youth competitions. Training sessions are twice weekly, and the competition season runs from September - May with annual tryouts pre-season.Ask us questions: teamelev8@elev8climbing.com
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Do you do your schooling at home? Come make use of our facility for some active time!
Every Tuesday and Thursday 10am-3pm* homeschool children can come climb at a reduced price!
Drop in (including rentals!), or grab a semester pass!
As a reminder, for the safety of our young climbers, all youth 14 and under require direct supervision while in the facility.
*Homeschool days follow the TCAPS calendar and only occur during the school year -
To give parents some solo climbing time
Staffed child watch in our spacious child watch room complete with kitchenette, private bathroom, and developmentally appropriate toys for children ages 0-6. Padded flooring gives you peace of mind and a large exterior window provides ample natural sunlight. Must be booked 24 hours in advanced.
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To give families an opportunity to climb together at a discounted rate.Every Sunday of the month from 3pm-6pm, join our Family Climb Time at ELEV8. Drop-in - no reservations required!
Pricing
Youth (14 & under) | $15
Adult (15 & older) | $20
Household maximum* | $60*Household includes all members of the family permanently residing at the same address
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To break up the break
Just because school is out doesn’t mean your kids should be stuck at home! Get them signed up for one of our mini camps and keep them climbing over the break. These partial-day mini-camps are multi-session and instructor-led and are filled with loads of activities and games revolving around climbing!
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To climb for fun in a guided, safe environment
Join us for summer fun with ELEV8’s qualified instructors! Summer programs include lots of climbing, outdoor time, arts and crafts, and games.
2025 Summer Program Registration begins Monday 1/27 at 9am EST.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
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To give families an opportunity to climb together at a discounted rate.Every Sunday of the month from 3pm-6pm, join our Family Climb Time at ELEV8. Drop-in - no reservations required!
Pricing
Youth (14 & under) | $15
Adult (15 & older) | $20
Household maximum* | $60*Household includes all members of the family permanently residing at the same address
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At ELEV8, we aim to reduce as many barriers as possible to accessing climbing. We love climbing, and know how valuable it can be in someone’s life and want to do what we can to keep money from getting in the way of someone enjoying climbing’s benefits!
We offer honor-based, reduced-rate memberships and day passes. Reduced-price memberships can be purchased online or at the front desk. Reduced-price day passes can be purchased at the front desk. -
Are you part of the hustle and grind of the food service industry? Y’all have been working hard all weekend - come take a day to play!
Every Monday, anyone working in the world of food service can enjoy a day of climbing and yoga for only $15! Your pass gets you in the door, outfitted with rentals, and access to the entire day’s climbing and fitness offerings.
No reservations required. Just bring a paystub and we will get you climbing!
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Do you do your schooling at home? Come make use of our facility for some active time!
Every Tuesday and Thursday 10am-3pm* homeschool children can come climb at a reduced price!
Drop in (including rentals!), or grab a semester pass!
As a reminder, for the safety of our young climbers, all youth 14 and under require direct supervision while in the facility.
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Climbing is social! Let’s make it a group hang!
On Friday evenings, join one of our meetup groups. These are open to any level of climber, and are designed to promote community and grow a passion for the sport of climbing.
Details:-Fridays 6pm-8pm
-$15 in advance includes rentals (members are free!) $20 at the door.
-Join at Rare Bird after climbing for 15% off your tab!
Women’s Night!
1st Fridays of the month
Queer Night!
2nd Fridays of the monthEducators!
3rd Fridays of the monthZero Proof Night!
4th Fridays of the month
ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAMS
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Party package includes:
2 hours of climbing + rentals for participants
Use of our party room for 2 hours
Party room comes equipped with mini-fridge, sink, table and chairs (all other items must be brought and removed by you, thank you!)
1 staff member to facilitate climbing
Pricing:$350 - Up to 8 climbers
$475 - Up to 12 climbers. Includes 2 dedicated staff members!
Notes:Participants 14 and under must be in direct supervision of an accompanying adult. In some instances, we may require an ELEV8 staff member to be present for larger groups
Large groups may be limited to midday, midweek time slots or be subject to an upcharge for busier time slots.
A party booking reserves the party room for the booking time period. The rest of the facility space is shared with the other guests and members.
Payment is collected upon booking.
A signed waiver will be required for anyone entering the facility.
Cancellation:100% refund 2 or more weeks prior to scheduled event.
50% refund 1 or more weeks prior to scheduled event.
0% refund less than 1 week prior to scheduled event.
Weekend booking:
Use the “Book a Party” link to book weekend party time slots
Weekday booking:
Weekday booking is limited and subject to room availability, please email us at info@elev8climbing.com to inquire
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Includes:
Entry and rental gear for all participants
Safety orientation from ELEV8 staff
A dedicated staff member to facilitate climbing
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For all other inquiries, contact us at info@elev8climbing.com
Some custom events we have hosted include:
High school senior lock-in
Workplace teambuilding
Holiday parties
Full facility rental for large events
GROUPS + PARTIES
EVENTS
CLIMBING MEETUPS
Climbing is social! Let’s make it a group hang!
On Friday evenings, join one of our meetup groups. These are open to any level of climber, and are designed to promote community and grow a passion for the sport of climbing.
Details:
Fridays 6pm-8pm
$15 in advance includes rentals (members are free!) $20 at the door.
Get our “Climb Together” shirt and join at Rare Bird after climbing for 15% off your tab!
Women’s Night!
1st Fridays of the month
Queer Night!
2nd Fridays of the month
Educators!
3rd Fridays of the month
Zero Proof!
4th Fridays of the month
