We hold rope climbing practice sessions in outdoor fields. Lead climbing, multi-pitch climbing, crack climbing.
[Lead climbing practice session for beginners] We will climb with top rope or lead on rocks with easy routes.
This is recommended for those who are just starting out, those who want to step up from walking to variations on rocky ridges, and those who want to practice leading or mastering on easy routes.
All necessary gear (shoes, helmets, harnesses, chalk) can be rented (550 yen per item).
[Weekday Climbing Club] The destination and content will be decided in consultation with the participants. In general, the request of the first person to make a request will be given priority.
Location
Face (Lead/Top Rope): Kofu Makuiwa, Kabutoiwa, Yugawara Makuiwa, Tennoiwa, Kernel Rock, Shiroyama, Washizuyama, Futagoyama, Shibasaki Rock, Kawamata, etc.
Crack (Lead/Top Rope): Yugawara Makuiwa, Kabutoiwa, Kofu Makuiwa, Ogawayama, Jogasaki
Multi: Yugawara Makuiwa (Goku Slab), Shiroyama (Southwestern Kante, etc.), Futagoyama (Central Ridge, etc.), Ogawayama (Selection, Lemon Route, etc.), Ura Myogi (Kido Wall), Tachiokayama (Hidari Iwa Ridge), Mitsutoge (Central Ridge, etc.), etc.
Half ropes can be rented (1100 yen).
Rappelling/Climbing Back: Washizuyama, Hiwadayama, Mitsutoge, etc.
Participation fees vary depending on content and location.
[Crack Training] Protection set practice, climbing with top rope and lead.
This is a training session for crack beginners. This will take place at Makuiwa in Yugawara and Ogawayama.
[Multi-introduction] Learn ropework thoroughly on an easy route.
Participants will form parties and climb 4 pitches. There will be staff at the end of each pitch to help you learn how to set up anchors and belay.
We will also set up fixed ropes and provide an environment where you can climb safely as needed.
This will take place at Makuiwa in Yugawara and Goku Slab, but may change depending on conditions.
March dates
March 20th (Thursday, national holiday)
Numazu, Washizuyama
March 13th (Thursday) Face/Colonel Rock
March 18th (Tuesday) Face/Tennoiwa
March 26th (Wednesday) Requests accepted
March 29th (Saturday) Yugawara Makuiwa
March 8th (Saturday) Yugawara Makuiwa・Goku Slab
In Beta, we will let you climb until you are satisfied!
You will climb with a top rope prepared by the staff, belayed by the staff.
If there is a route you want to climb, we will set up the rope. If you feel like you have not climbed enough, we will belay until sunset.
In Beta, we will help you become an independent climber!
If you would like to lead or practice belaying, please contact us.
We will practice pseudo-leading, leading, or belaying according to your skill level.
In the case of multi, participants will pair up with other participants, and the staff will check the safety from nearby.
Recommended for these people.
・I enjoy mountain climbing and want to climb rocky ridges more safely.
・I want to step up and do variations and alpine climbing.
・I’m interested in outdoor climbing, but bouldering is a bit difficult.
⇒ “Lead Climbing for Beginners Practice Session” is recommended.
・I do bouldering and am also interested in rope climbing.
・I enjoy indoor lead climbing and would like to try leading on outdoor rocks.
・I would like to enjoy outdoor rock climbing regularly.
・I would like to practice leading and belaying on outdoor rocks.
・I would like to be able to go to outdoor rocks by myself.
⇒ “Lead Climbing Practice Session” is recommended.
・People who have weekdays off.
・I would like to climb on weekdays when the rocks are clear.
⇒ “Weekday Climbing Club” is recommended.
・I would like to try crack climbing!
・I would like to learn crack techniques for alpine multi-climbing.
⇒ “Crack Climbing Practice Session” is recommended.
・I would like to practice my system on outdoor rocks.
・I would like to make my debut on outdoor multi-climbing.
・It’s been a while since I last went to a multi-pitch, so I’m worried about whether I remember the system.
⇒ “Multi-pitch climbing practice session”
If you want to climb natural rocks with a rope, please join us.
We also want people who mainly do variations of mountain climbing to join us. Being able to climb not only increases the number of routes you can go on, but also leads to safety.
We accept requests for dates, so please let us know if you have any requests.
Before participating, please remember the basics about how to tie ropes and the lead climbing system.
If you don’t know, please participate in the ★Lead Climbing Beginners Seminar held on Beta 3F. *Not required.
For the multi-pitch practice session, participants will pair up and climb with a rope under the safety management of staff. In reality, there is no help from staff, and participants will climb on their own.
For details, please see the Multi-Pitch Workshop page.
Overview
Past locations: Tennoiwa/Kernel Rock/Yugawara Makuiwa/Kofu Makuiwa/Washizuyama/Koga Shiyama/Ojinjoyama/Shibasaki Rock/Yukawa/Ogawayama/Kofu Kabutoiwa/
If you are visiting a rock formation that cannot be accessed by public transport and you do not have a car or other means of access, you can ride in a staff member’s car (travel costs are around 4,000-8,000 yen). The price and meeting time vary depending on the rock formation, but generally we meet at the underground rotary at the west exit of Shinjuku Station between 5-6am.
*About transportation costs
If many people wish to ride in a staff member’s car (4 or more people), we will arrange a rental car.
In that case, the estimated cost is as follows.
In the case of Ogawayama
Rental car + fuel costs: about 20,000 yen, highway (Hatsudai⇔Sudama) about 8,000 yen
28,000 yen divided by the number of people.
6 people: 4,700 yen per person
5 people: 5,600 yen per person
4 people: 7,000 yen per person
Lead climbing beginner practice: For beginners and those with no experience in climbing and bouldering. Shoes, helmets, and chalk can also be rented.
Lead climbing practice: For those with climbing and bouldering experience who are beginners and those with no experience in outdoor lead climbing.
Weekday climbing club: No climbing or bouldering experience required. Anyone who wants to climb on weekdays is welcome.
Crack climbing course: Experienced climbers and boulderers, but crack beginners and inexperienced climbers.
Introduction to multi-pitch climbing: Multi-beginners. Anyone who understands the system and can lead and follow on their own during practice.
*Beta membership registration is required. Please register in advance to participate.
*Participants must be 20 years of age or older.
[Contents]
Lead climbing for beginners practice: We will give a lecture on rock etiquette and etiquette, and we will climb routes from 5.7 to 5.10 on top rope. Depending on your skill level, we will also practice leading and belaying.
Lead climbing practice: We will climb routes up to 5.11 on basic top rope. Depending on your skill level, we will also practice leading and belaying.
Weekday climbing club: We will discuss with the participants and decide the destination and contents.
Crack climbing course: We will climb routes up to 5.10 with basic top rope. Depending on your skill level, we will also practice setting protection and leading.
Introduction to multi-pitch climbing: Under the safety management of staff, participants will climb 4 pitches together and descend by rappelling.
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*If you are participating in the multi-pitch climbing practice session, please make sure you are able to lead and follow on your own. If you don’t know how, please join the Introduction to Multi-Pitch Climbing class held monthly on the 3rd floor of Beta.
Lead climbing beginner practice session: 10 people (minimum number of participants: 4 people, if participants can help staff belay, we will consider holding even with 1 person)
Lead climbing practice session: 10 people (minimum number of participants: 4 people, if participants can help staff belay, we will consider holding even with 1 person)
Weekday climbing club: 10 people (minimum number of participants, for lead, 1 person if participants can help staff belay. Multi is 2 people)
Crack climbing course: 10 people (minimum number of participants: 4 people)
Introduction to multi-pitch climbing: 4 people (minimum number of participants: 2 people, if you practice with staff, we will hold even with 1 person)
Lead climbing beginners practice: 8,800 yen
Lead climbing practice: 7,700 yen
Weekday climbing club: Face, multi, rappelling, backclimb 7,700 yen, multi 14,300 yen
Crack climbing course: 7,700 yen
Introduction to multi-pitch climbing: 14,300 yen
Rental 550 yen to 1,100 yen per item
Payment for the participation fee can be made at Beta (cash, credit card, PayPay, d-payment, merpay, auPay, transportation electronic money, ID, QUICpay) or in cash on the day.
*If the event is canceled due to rain, the participation fee will be refunded.
*If the event is cancelled on-site, a half-price refund will be given.
*If the event is cancelled or the purpose of the event is changed on-site, no refund will be given.
*If you are not a beta member, you will need to register as a member. Please come to the store and register as a member or pre-register by the day of the event. If you have pre-registered, please email us your pre-registration number.
If you have any requests other than the dates listed below, please let us know.
We recommend Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance’s GK Personal Life Insurance.
Seven A Co., Ltd., which imports climbing equipment and runs gyms, is the agency for this insurance, and they provide an easy-to-understand explanation of the plans that cover climbing. Please see the PDF pamphlet.
Required: Climbing shoes, climbing helmet, harness, chalk, drink, lunch, warm clothes
Optional: Topo (route map), quickdraw, picnic sheet, belay device
*Harnesses and helmets are available for rental (550 yen each) for a fee.
*The rocks can get quite cold in winter, spring, and autumn. Be sure to bring warm clothes such as fleece and down jacket.
Please bring toilet paper and plastic bags to collect used paper.
Regardless of whether the event will be held or canceled, we will contact you by email or phone by around 7pm the day before.
When applying, please be sure to enter a phone number or email address where you can be contacted the day before and on the day. In the event of cancellation, the participation fee will be fully refunded.
Preparation and review video
How to tie an eight knot
Clove hitch for self-belaying with the main rope
Clove hitch for building fixed distributed belay stations
Apply to participate
If you would like to participate, please visit the Beta store, or call, email,