About us
Club Benefits
Being a member of the climbing club has some great perks which we encourage everyone to take full advantage of. This is clearly the best deal on campus! A membership to the club includes:
- Callout – our climbing trip to Jackson Falls in southern Illinois (absolutely no experience required, for more info see Callout).
- Gear Rental – we have a large selection of gear available to rent, including just about anything you will ever need. This gear is available at no charge to members on a weekly basis. To explore or rent gear, check out Gear Rental.
- Gear Discounts – the club has a gear order once a year which can get you some serious deals on climbing gear.
- Networking – the club provides an easy way to find and connect with climbing partners and resources.
- Social Events – social events include the Reel Rock Film Tour (a film tour with world-class climbing videos), bar crawls, potlucks, club hours, and themed parties. Check out our Instagram and Facebook pages for updates on upcoming events!
- Clinics – the club regularly offers clinics to teach certain climbing techniques to those interested. Often times we will cover belaying, knots, lead climbing, and more during weekly club hours throughout the semester.
Diversity and Inclusivity
The Climbing Club at UIUC welcomes climbers of any race, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, socioeconomic status, and experience. We recognize the current and historic lack of diversity and equity within not just climbing but all outdoor recreation. We will hold ourselves accountable and challenge all members to create a space that is welcoming and inviting to all. We are committed to providing a space that encourages equitable access to gear, knowledge, experiences, and community.
Learn More:
Why diversity matters in climbing
Sponsors
We have been fortunate to have some great sponsors to help us provide prizes for some of our fundraising events. We would like to recognize the generosity of these fine companies.
