Groups, Schools, and Parties at The Nest.
At The Nest, we love seeing new faces on the walls! To ensure a safe, fun, and high-quality experience for both your group and our regular climbing community, we have specific procedures for groups of 10 or more.
Walk-ins Welcome
Bookings aren't necessary for individuals or small groups. Simply drop by whenever we’re open!
Groups of 10 or More - why do we require bookings?
Climbing is an inherently adventurous sport. To keep everyone safe, we maintain strict staff-to-climber ratios. Booking ahead allows us to roster additional Safety Marshalls to provide inductions and monitor the floor, ensuring your group has the best possible experience.
Booking Categories
Groups of 20+ (Mandatory Booking)
Requirement: Bookings are mandatory at least 24 hours in advance.
Pre-payment: a $50 deposit is required to skip the queue and guarantee your spot.
Entry: We cannot accept walk-in groups of this size. Please contact us via nowra@climbthenest.com.au to check availability.
Groups of 10–19 (Highly Recommended)
Requirement: We highly recommend booking ahead, especially during school holidays and weekends.
Policy: While we welcome smaller groups, we cannot guarantee entry for unbooked groups of 10+ if the gym has reached safe capacity or if staffing levels are insufficient to provide a safe induction.
Pre-payment: a $50 deposit is required to skip the queue and guarantee your spot.
Important Safety Rules for Groups
To maintain a safe environment, all group members must follow The Nest Safety Code:
The Bouldering Floor: Our mats are "fall zones," not waiting areas. No running, jumping, or sitting on the mats is permitted. When not climbing, please stay in the designated seating or wooden floor areas.
Belaying (Ropes):
All belayers must be 12 years or older.
The Nest Certification: No one is permitted to touch or operate the belay ropes until they have been formally assessed and "signed off" by a Nest Staff member.
Supervision: Children under 12 must be actively supervised by an adult at all times. We require a ratio of 1 adult to every 5 children for group visits.
Waivers: To save time, please ensure all group members (or guardians for those under 18) have signed our digital waiver [Link] before arriving.
Ready to book?
Whether it’s a school trip, a corporate team-building session, or a birthday party, we’re ready to help you climb!