My BF took the daughter and I here Presidents Day and it was my first time there. They had been there before so they knew all the rules and procedures which helps. I must say its a little intimidating being a first timer and a wimp. LOL There was quite a few people in there while we were there and they are all watching whoevers climbing - or at least thats what it feels like when its your first time.
The guy at the front was helpful and very pleasant. They provide the shoes and harness....I think it was like $20 something per person. I dont believe its for any amount of time...you can be there as long as you want. For the most part you are left to do your thing. There are 3 floors. The 2nd and third floor looked to be for people who were regular climbers. There was some construction going on but not sure what it was that they were doing. Anyways, we kept to the first floor.
Watching my daughter fly up like nothing made it look easy but I have to tell you, I got about half way up and as panic set in a tear gathered at the corner of my eye. Not as easy as it looks or maybe its just not my thing. Needless to say I did get down in one piece obviously.
Noone really told me that alot of it is leg strength so I didnt really use my legs as much as I should to boost me up higher to reach the next rocks. Will try next time. To conclude my review, I do want to try this one more time before I cancel it out all together....using my legs a little more. I am more of a runner than a climber....just seems a little more safer on the ground. ;) But hey-at least I did it!