Youth 13 and under must be actively supervised by and within arm's reach of a trained/experienced adult chaperone. A chaperone can be responsible for up to 4 people in the facility at one time. 

1. Bouldering: Youth 13 and under must not climb higher than head height unless spotted by an experienced spotter.
2. Rope Climbing: Participants must be 14 and older to top rope or lead belay.
3. Auto-Belays: Participants must be 14 years old and pass an auto-belay test to clip themselves into and out of an auto-belay. An adult chaperone who has passed an auto-belay test can clip youth 13 and under into and out of the auto-belays.
4. Fitness: Youth must be 14 or older to use the fitness/weight room spaces or to take a fitness class.
5. Yoga: Youth 14 and older can take yoga classes without a chaperone. Youth 13 and under can take yoga classes with a chaperone as long as they are not disruptive.

1. All visitors to the Portland Rock Gym (PRG) must complete and sign a liability waiver before entering the gym past the front desk or participating in any PRG activities.  Youth under 18 years must have their waiver completed and signed by a parent or legal guardian.
2. All visitors, including spectators, need to be aware of the possible trajectory of another climber’s fall, particularly on the lead wall and overhangs. Stand Clear! If a climber may endanger someone if they fall, speak up.
3. No walking, climbing or traversing above or below others including route setters. Please stay out of coned or roped off areas. Stay away from work zones, ladders and lifts.
4. Any unsafe condition must be reported immediately to gym staff.  This includes damage to equipment, climbing walls, loose holds, accidents, and injuries.
5. No running in the gym. 
6. Chalk must be in a container. Loose chalk is only allowed in chalk pots, chalk bags must have a chalk ball.
7. Climbers already on the wall have the right of way.
8. Be courteous, take turns and take breaks. Limit of two laps at a time if other climbers are waiting.
9. No food or drink in the climbing areas, workout spaces, or yoga rooms. Water should be in a non-breakable container and out of the way.
10. No alcohol or drugs allowed. Participants cannot be under the effects of drugs, alcohol or anything that could impair alertness or coordination.
11. Shirts are required in all public areas of the gym, including while climbing.
12. Climbers must use climbing shoes on the walls: no street shoes or bare feet.
13. Ice axes and dry tooling are not permitted.
14. Service animals with a dedicated job are welcome, other animals are not permitted.
15. Do not use flash photography.

1. All belayers must pass a Portland Rock Gym (PRG) top rope belay test and wear a PRG top rope belay card visible on their harness before belaying at PRG.
2. Teaching technical climbing skills (including belaying) is not allowed.
3. Climbers must be on belay if they are climbing higher than six (6) feet above the floor (i.e. feet at 6 ft. level). Climbers should not clip themselves directly to the wall, anchors or quickdraws.
4. Harnesses must be rock climbing harnesses with a belay loop approved by the UIAA/CE. Harnesses should be in good condition as defined by the harness manufacturer. Staff have the final say on whether or not a harness is appropriate for climbing or belaying.
5. Belay devices must be approved assisted braking belay devices. Belay devices need to be used in a manner consistent with the manufacturer’s instructions and in assisted braking mode.
6. A Figure Eight Follow Through knot with at least six inches of tail is required for tying in.
7. Climbers need to be at least one anchor away from an occupied lead route.
8. Belayers need to be attentive and free of distractions while belaying. Belayers should not be sitting, lying down, or involved in conversation. 
9. Climbers cannot have anything in their pockets or drop items from the wall.
10. All lead climbers and lead belayers must pass a PRG lead test and wear a PRG lead card visible on their harness before lead climbing or belaying at PRG.
11. Leaders must use correct climbing and clipping techniques.  These include but are not limited to: a) No rope behind your leg. b) No back clipping. c) No Z-clipping. d) Leaders must clip all quickdraws and anchors on lead routes.
12. In order to top-rope a lead route, both anchor quickdraws and at least the top four quickdraws must be clipped. All quickdraws must be clipped on steep walls. Down-leading is not allowed.
13. Leaders must not take intentional lead falls and may not hang their own quickdraws.  See staff on duty for exceptions.
14. Lead belayers must stay close to the wall: within arms reach of the wall for the first four clips, and within six feet thereafter.
15. Lead climbers must remain directly “on belay” at all times off the ground. Rappelling or going “in direct” is not allowed.
16. Lead ropes must be at least 40 meter long, UIAA approved, single dynamic ropes. Ropes need to be in good condition as defined by the rope manufacturer. Staff have the final say on whether or not a rope is appropriate.
17. Lead belayers who are more than 40 lbs lighter than their climbers should use an assisted braking resistor (e.g. Ohm).

1. All participants must get an orientation from the staff prior to using the bouldering area.
2. Harnesses and chalk bags should be removed and pockets empty before bouldering.
3. Water bottles, workout equipment, or other personal items are not allowed on the bouldering mats. Chalk pots and brushes should be well out of the way of fall zones.
4. Experienced spotters are recommended for inverted climbs, heel or toe hooks, foot jams or knee bars. Spotters should also keep the landing area clear.
5. Weight vest, weight belts and other methods of "high gravity" bouldering are not allowed while bouldering.
6. Down-climb whenever possible.
7. Do not loiter on the top-out boulder or tops of walls.
8. Drag mats are only used at the North East location in the Instruction Room and the 45 Degree Wall. Climbers using a drag mat should aim for the center of the crash pad when falling or jumping down.
9. Do not climb up the downclimb route on the Top Out Boulder.

1. All participants must pass an auto-belay test and wear an auto-belay card before using the auto-belays.
2. Climbers using the auto-belays should follow the posted instructions for the auto-belays. 
3. Climbers on auto-belays must do a safety check on themselves prior to leaving the ground. Climbers need to check:
   1. Their harness for fit and security of their buckles,
   2. The auto- belay carabiners are attached to the correct point on their harness, per manufacturer’s recommendation,
   3. Both auto-belay carabiners are locked,
   4. The auto-belay line is retracting by performing a pull test.
4. Climbers on auto-belays must climb on the routes for that auto-belay they are clipped into, not on adjacent routes. 
5. Stay below the auto-belay device while climbing: Don’t climb above or alongside the auto-belay device.
6. While descending on the auto-belay climbers should descend feet first and push away from the wall using hands and feet. Don’t pull down on the auto-belay line prior to letting go and don’t grab back onto the wall while descending.
7. Participants should not enter the auto-belay zones unless they are clipping into or actively using the auto-belays. Be aware of other climbers lowering. Descending climbers should be aware and give heads up to anyone beneath them.
8. The auto belays are rated for climbers between 25 lbs and 330 lbs. Auto-belays are for one climber at a time.

1. Top rope belayers, lead belayers, and lead climbers cannot wear headphones.
2. Climbers on top rope, auto-belays, and in the bouldering area can use headphones. Headphone volume must be low, climbers need to be aware of their surroundings and other climbers have to be able to get their attention easily.  
3. Headphones need to be wireless. 
4. Devices or phones need to be secured (i.e. in a zipper or snap pocket) while climbing.

1. A shirt and closed toed shoes are required in the workout spaces.
2. All weights need to be re-racked and equipment put away after use.
3. Equipment should be wiped down and sanitized after use.
4. No chalk in the fitness spaces (Chalk for use on hangboards is OK).
5. Classes have the priority for fitness, yoga and workout spaces. 

1. Take turns if other climbers are waiting. Remember to take breaks.
2. Stay off the adjustable board if it is moving or being adjusted.
3. Don’t climb on the back side of the boards.
4. Chalk use is OK on hangboards, but not in other fitness areas/pull up bars.
5. Removable hangboards must be unracked after use. Check that the hangboard is fully hooked on before use.

1. Locker rooms are for 14 and older.
2. Absolutely no recording or photography.
3. No eating/drinking (except water in closed, non-breakable containers).
4. No stretching or exercising.
5. Lockers in the locker rooms are for day use only.

1. Saunas are for 18 and older.
2. A covering is required.
3. No street clothes or shoes.
4. Users must shower before entering.
5. No shaving or grooming.
6. Those misusing any of these areas are responsible for any damage.
7. The recommended time limit in the sauna is 10 minutes. Do not exceed 15 minutes. Consult with a health care provider and use the sauna at your own risk.