FIRST TIME
HEY?
The first thing you’ll need to do is sign your waiver using the button below.
We’ve also put together a list of common questions we get from first timers, as well as proper bouldering etiquette.
DAY PASS
All day passes include access to the entire facility
(bouldering area, gym area and climbing training area).
These can be purchased at any gym, at the front desk.
*please see bottom of page for valid concession types.
|
ADULT |
CONCESSION |
10 ANDUNDER |
DAYPASS |
$22 |
$20* |
$15 |
Gear Hire:
Chalk: $3
Shoes: $5
If you've got questions,
We’ve got answers.
WHAT IS BOULDERING?
Bouldering is a form of rock climbing on 4.5 meter high climbing walls. “Problems” are climbed without ropes or harnesses with one person climbing at a time. There is no need for belayers so all participants are free to climb at their own pace.
Portside Boulders has over 100 problems available within the one bouldering area at any one time. Problems stay on the wall for 4 weeks before being changed. So there will always be something new to climb at Portside!
what do i need?
All you need to bring is light, comfortable clothing/activewear.
A water bottle is also a good idea to keep you hydrated.
Rental shoes are $5 and rental chalk bags are $3. Feel free to bring your own or purchase shoes and chalk bags from our store.
Climbing shoes must be worn when bouldering at Portside, this is so the climbing wall and holds remain nice and clean for everyone.
what about kids?
Here at Portside, we are an adult-focused facility, however we do aim to be inclusive towards those who are 16 and below.
Youth Policies
Youth Climbing Policy (Under 16yrs)
For the safety and enjoyment of all climbers, please ensure you adhere to our policies. You may be refused entry if these requirements are not met.
- Climbers must be at least 4 years of age. A child is considered anyone under the age of 16.
- All children and supervising adults must complete our waiver and safety induction.
- For every 2 children, there must be at least 1 adult supervising at all times.
- All climbers must wear climbing shoes.
- Bookings are required for groups of more than 4 children, and must be approved by the gym ahead of time.
Youth Booking Policy (11-15yrs ONLY)
- 4 - 10 years old - NO group bookings allowed - we suggest that you check out our Pebbles or Youth program.
- 11 - 15 years old - group bookings are possible, but MUST be booked with a coach, plus the below:
- Bookings will not be accepted for groups that include participants under 11 years old.
- We have a STRICT policy of one (1) adult supervisor/ participant for every four (4) children.
- Important: Strictly NO kids birthday parties. Unfortunately our facility is not suitable for kids birthday parties, and we therefore do not allow them at Portside.
For more information, please see our Portside Policies below.
DO YOU ACCOMODATE GROUPS?
If there are 4 or less of you coming for your first climb, we are happy to have you drop in at any time (you can speed up the sign in process by filling out the waiver)
If there are 5 or more new climbers in your group, please put in a group booking request here and we will be in contact with you to confirm a booking.
*Please note: Staff reserve the right to refuse groups of 4 or more who arrive without prior booking confirmation
WHAT IS PROPER CLIMBING ETiquette?
See below for our list of house rules/proper climbing etiquette you should follow when visiting our gyms.
HOW DOES YOUR GRADING SYSTEM WORK?
The grade of each climb is indicated by one of seven different coloured tags, with two additional tag designs for Mystery and Kids’ climbs.
Note that the hold colours do not indicate grade! The colour system allows our routesetters to have the freedom to use all of the holds throughout the whole range of grades, so climbers won't be stuck on the same hold sets.
The coloured tags will also have the name of the colour on them, and the posters in the gym will have the names of the colours on the bands, so that our colourblind climbers will be able to identify climbs.
VALID
CONCESSION
TYPES
We provide discounted rates of for the following:
- Students ($14 entry on Fridays!)
- CAWA members
- ClimbingQTs membership card holders
- Low Income Healthcare Card Holders
- Pension card holders
- WA Seniors card holders
- Defence and Service Personnel (police, fire, and ambulance)
- Companion card holders (the carer can climb for free)
