UTM Climbs: Rock Climbing Adventure

Register here! Note, spots are extremely limited

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
• Time:
  • Bus departs from UTM: 9:45 am (Meet at RAWC Lobby)
  • Bus returns to UTM: approximately 3 pm
• Location: Hub Climbing Mississauga - 3636 Hawkestone Rd, Mississauga, ON L5C 2V2
• Open to: UTM students
• Participant fee: Early Bird - $30, Regular - $50

Overview:

Join us for UTM Climbs, a full-day indoor climbing trip to Hub Climbing Mississauga — the perfect winter adventure for both beginners and experienced climbers!

This outing includes a 75–90-minute climbing orientation (bouldering and auto-belay), followed by access to a wide range of beginner-friendly and advanced climbs. Whether you're climbing for the first time or looking to push your limits, this environment is designed to help you learn at your own pace — no experience needed.

What’s included:

• Bus transportation from UTM, departing in the morning and returning late afternoon
• All-day climbing pass with in/out privileges
• Climbing shoe and harness rental
• Beginner orientation session (bouldering + auto-belay)
• Support from UTM Moves staff and Hub Climbing instructors

Rules & Eligibility:

• This activity is open to all UTM students – regardless of fitness or experience level.
• Wear activity-appropriate clothing and avoid wearing anything that has attachments or parts that dangle off or can get stuck in the rocks or autobelays (e.g., hooped earrings).
• All participants must complete and submit the required waivers — including the RAWC waiver, the vendor’s waiver, and the photo/video consent form — prior to the event.

How to Prepare:

• Register early for the event – note, spots are extremely limited.
• Wear comfortable, stretchy athletic clothing (e.g., yoga or running clothes, ideally not jeans).
• Wear socks (for climbing shoes).
• Optional: bring sandals or Crocs for downtime between climbs.
• Avoid loose jewelry or clothing with attachments (e.g., hoop earrings, dangling strings)
• Bring your own lunch, snacks, and a reusable water bottle.
• Bring a small bag for personal items.
• Check the weather forecast and any event updates (@utm_athletics on Instagram).
• Arrive at the RAWC Lobby at least 15 minutes early to ensure an on-time bus departure. Upon arrival, please check in with a UTM Moves Crew Member wearing an orange uniform.
• Complete and submit the required waivers — including the RAWC waiver, the vendor’s waiver, and the photo/video consent form — prior to the event.

Waitlist Policy:

This event has limited capacity, and therefore we recommend early registration to secure your spot. If the event is full, you can join the waitlist through the registration form. Should a spot become available, waitlisted participants will be contacted in the order they signed up. Please keep an eye on your email and respond promptly to secure your spot.

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations must be made at least 1 week before the event to receive a full refund. No refunds will be issued after that date. To cancel your registration, please email: Ravi Gabble, Supervisor, Wellness Programs at ravinder.gabble@utoronto.ca.

If an event is cancelled by the organizer(s) due to extenuating circumstances (e.g., severe weather, illness, minimum registration not being met), we will attempt to reschedule or will contact registrants to arrange a full refund.

Contact: 

For additional inquiries about this program, please email: Ravi Gabble, Supervisor, Wellness Programs at ravinder.gabble@utoronto.ca.