Gym Classes

Whether climbing is new to you, or you’ve been coming to the gym since we opened, we can help you become a better and more well rounded climber.

Yoga for Climbers - Thursday (12:05pm - 12:55pm)

Yoga is back at Stonetree with a new lunchtime offering! Join Brooke on Thursdays from 12:05 to 12:55 for an energizing vinyasa session designed to recharge your body and mind, leaving you refreshed for the rest of your day. Please note the gym will be closed to climbing during this time, reopening at 1:00 p.m. on Thursdays. Make the most of your lunch break—invest in yourself!

Brooke brings positivity, enthusiasm, and expertise to her vinyasa-style "Yoga for Climbers" class at Stonetree. After completing her 200-hour training in 2023, she has taught at Loft, Carroll College, and Ten Mile Creek Brewery in Helena. Excited to expand her offerings, Brooke will guide an 8-week series during the new Thursday lunchtime class, helping climbers enhance their strength, flexibility, and mindfulness.

Cost: Free for members, a punch or day pass is required for non-members.

Never Have I EVER Bouldered

Do you want to try climbing but don’t know where to start or who to ask? Want to use climbing to improve your strength? This class is for you! Topics include climbing technique, falling, gym etiquette, and safety. This class is recommended for people who have never climbed before, or who are interested in integrating climbing into their regular fitness routine. 

We offer this class for youth climbers as well as adults. Please make sure you sign up for the Never Have I Ever Bouldered Class that is appropriate for your age or your climber’s age on the next page. We can take up to 4 climbers at a time for each session.

Cost: $50 for one-time 45 minute instruction. Includes a two weeks of a prepaid membership.

Introduction to Bouldering Series - 4 weeks

Embark on an exciting journey into the world of rock climbing presented in collaboration with Helena College. Fall is a great time to get back into your gym routine while exploring the sport of indoor bouldering! Get a solid foundation in the fundamentals, including proper warm-ups, climbing techniques, and essential strengths to enhance your skills and build confidence. All questions are encouraged, and you’ll get valuable insights and hands-on demonstrations. Whether you're a novice or honing your abilities, this class provides a comprehensive introduction to the art of climbing. Stonetree provides the shoes, and full facility access is included. Join us for an adventure that will challenge and inspire you!

Cost: $100 for current EFT or Prepaid members, $125 for Guests. Grants full gym membership for the 1 month class including rental shoes.

Fall 2024 Schedule:

  • Start: October 10/15/2024

  • Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30 - 8:00pm

  • Runs 4 weeks

Tech Tips 1.0 and Tech Tips 2.0

Our monthly Tech Tips cover different technical climbing topics each month, giving you a good foundation for learning how to climb outside, or helping you stay connected to the ropes during the cold months. We have both an introductory track (Tech Tips 1.0) and an experienced track (Tech Tips 2.0). Classes are led by experienced instructors and the instructor to student ratio is 1:4, and we ask that you bring the gear that you have so you learn to use it! If you don't have gear for roped, outdoor climbing, you may borrow some by checking with the front desk in advance of the class you wish to attend. Please pre-register for these classes.

1.0 Topics (held on Thursdays 7pm-9pm):

  • February 2/23/2023: Basic Climbing Knots

  • March 3/23/2023: Belay Devices and Techniques

  • April 4/20/2023: How to Build a Top Rope Anchor

  • May 5/25/2023: Rappelling

2.0 Topics (Not held Spring 2023):

  • October 10/13/2022: Lead Gear Management

  • November 11/10/2022: Belaying a Second From Above

  • December 12/15/2022: Rappelling - this class will cover both advanced techniques and introductory skills. 1.0 students welcome!

Cost: Free for prepaid and EFT members. $10 plus a punch or day pass for non-members.

Climbing Strength Class (TBD)

Are you new to climbing and want to workout with other climbers? Do you want to take your climbing to the next level? Are you trying to work through a plateau? Start your week feeling strong with this climbing focused strength class. Each session we will take you through a proper climbing warm up routine, a series of climbing technique exercises, and sets of strength workouts to keep you improving and injury free. You do not need to sign up for all classes, but consistency and commitment will increase what you take away from this class. We suggest attending 6 - 8 sessions in a row for maximum improvement.

Cost: Free for members, a punch or day pass is required for non-members.