Climbing Classes
From your first hold to your first 7A. Clinics, series, private lessons - there's a format for every climber.
You're going to love climbing.
Climbing works every muscle in the upper body as well as the core. Your abs work non-stop, you gain strength, flexibility, agility, coordination and balance. Climbing also boosts self-confidence and body awareness while forging a mind of steel.
- You can come and try the sport solo, with friends or family — we'll happily explain the safety rules so you can climb safely
- Weekly climbing classes (with or without the need for regular attendance): the Initiation, Evolution or Progression cliniques
- Private classes for a personalised session
- With our workshops, take part in varied sessions with the pros
Free climbing.
Discover free climbing. Rent your shoes on site and go for it. The principle is simple: each route (or 'boulder') has its own colour for difficulty. Pink ones are perfect to start, while white ones are reserved for mutants. Your challenge? Climb from the start hold to the final one. No class needed — you explore at your own pace and stay as long as you want.
The wall is open, you can hop on right away. Grab some shoes (we rent them), pick a color — yellow if you're starting, harder when you're warm — and climb.
No mandatory class, no booking, no gear to bring. As long as you want, as many times a week as you want.
Pick your classes.
Our classes teach you to climb by working on all aspects of bouldering. Discovery clinic, themed clinic, or level-based series.
Discovery Clinic
A weekly discovery session to guide you and make you autonomous safely. You'll learn the basics to save energy and climb without tensing up. Drop-in, come when it suits you.
Themed Clinic
Three themes representing the core components of climbing, worked over 3 consecutive weeks. POWER: pure strength, pulling power, pull-ups. DYNAMIC: random movements, jumps, coordination. TECHNIQUE: fine movement, balance, footwork precision.
Level Series
Series of 6 regular classes for structured progression. Level 1 from TOTEM green, Level 2 from TOTEM blue. Perfect if you want tracking and consistent progress.
Climbing classes: pricing & ADDICT Pass.
Upcoming classes & clinics.
First visit ? Climb for 14 days for CHF 49.
With our 14-day Discovery Pass, test everything — free climbing all day, classes, yoga and fitness — for CHF 49.- Zero commitment, decide afterwards.
An instructor just for you.
Private lessons help you learn the basics or improve faster with 100% personalized coaching.
CHF 80 per hour for 1–2 people (including coaching, entry and shoes). CHF 25 per additional child, CHF 30 per additional adult. Book at least 72h in advance.
Climbing workshops.
TOTEM regularly runs workshops on different themes to help climbers sharpen their technique, mindset, or training methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need experience to start climbing?
No — even as a beginner, you'll have plenty to play with. If you'd rather start with classes, our coaches will show you the basics and help you progress.
What equipment do you provide?
We rent climbing shoes if you need them. You can also buy liquid chalk on-site. Just come in comfortable athletic clothes.
From what age can you climb?
We welcome toddlers under 2, and there's no upper age limit for adults.
Do I need to book?
If you come climbing on your own, with friends, or if you're supervising your kids, no booking needed in advance. Classes and supervised kids' activities do require a registration.