Classes and programs for every movement modality
CLIMBING CLASSES + PROGRAMS
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Learn the fundamentals of climbing movement. From the very basics, to nuanced considerations about body positioning, this class will improve your climbing awareness and ability.
This is a 3-session course, with one session each week.
Recommended for newer climbers wanting to improve technique and gain a greater understanding of climbing movement.
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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 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 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.
YOGA CLASSES
Meet Your Instructors
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Katie Randazzo Erway
she/her
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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Kathy Archangeli
she/her
RYT 200hr
Kathy has a B.S. in Nutritional Sciences from MSU and an additional year of graduate school focusing on anatomy and physiology. Kathy combines this background with her 200hr YTT to bring you slow flow and vinyasa classes with a strong emphasis on alignment and moving safely.
You will leave her classes feeling strong, peaceful, and ready to conquer your day. When not teaching yoga, you will find her at home baking with her husband and three children.
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Emily Arbut
she/her
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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Jessica Shelton
she/her
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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Tarah Pillay
she/her
RYT 200hr
Tarah found herself on a yoga mat when she was seeking a healthy outlet to help manage burnout and has been practicing for many years since. She chose to deepen her personal practice by completing her 200hr YTT and truly connected with the teachings and philosophy. She found that through yoga she made a connection with her mind and physical body unlike ever before. Yoga has changed that way she moves through life.
Tarah’s background also includes working as a mental health professional and feels that it compliments her role as an instructor. She has a love for restorative yoga and slower flows where she can encourage students to slow down and connect with their mind, body and breath. Tarah’s calming demeanor and tone of voice will leave you feeling relaxed and renewed after class.
When Tarah is not teaching, you may see her walking her three dogs, cooking and creating plant-based offerings or exploring the world with her husband.
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To provide guided instruction for kids over a multi-week program.
A multi-week 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.
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4/8-6/3
Registration opens 3/6 at 6pm EST
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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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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: youth@elev8climbing.com
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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.
2024 Summer Program Registration begins Wednesday 2/7 at 6pm EST.
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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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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 for only $15 (including rentals!). Families can drop in, there is no reservation required.
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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To give families an opportunity to climb together at a discounted rate.Every first Sunday of the month from 4pm-7pm, join our Family Climb Nights at ELEV8. Drop-in - no reservations required!
Pricing
With a paying adult*, all children are only $5 (including kids’ rentals!)
*Paying Adult can be a day pass, punch, or membership
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
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To give families an opportunity to climb together at a discounted rate.
Every first Sunday of the month from 4pm-7pm, join our Family Climb Nights at ELEV8. Drop-in - no reservations required!
Pricing
With a paying adult*, all children are only $5 (including kids’ rentals!)*Paying Adult can be a day pass, punch, or membership
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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 families can come climb for only $15 (including rentals!) per participant. Families can drop in, there is no reservation required.
As a reminder, for the safety of our young climbers, all youth 14 and under require direct supervision while in the facility.
*During the school year.
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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 monthOther groups on rotating Fridays!
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
3rd annual bouldering competition
Saturday, May 4
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
Gettin’ Up There!
3rd Fridays of the month
Zero Proof!
4th Fridays of the month
