Climbing Academy | Kids Rock Climbing Gym | Sender One Los Angeles, CA

Climbing Academy

An 8-week introductory course for kids ages 6 and up
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This 8-week introductory course is designed to teach kids the fundamentals of climbing: technique, problem-solving skills, basic knot tying & more!

Climbing Academy
Booking Info

$469 / participant

Climbing Academy A : Ages 10 +
Climbing Academy B : Ages 6 - 10

Enrollment is open October 9th-20th
Climbing Academy begins the week of November 5th

Sign up for Climbing Academy

Please note: This class requires a minimum of two participants to run. Classes will be rescheduled if only one participant signs up.

Schedule

This 8-week program meets once a week. Climbing Academy B (ages 6-10) meets for 1.5-hr sessions. Climbing Academy A (ages 10+) meets for 2-hr sessions. Please view the booking page for times and availability.

Family Benefits:

Climbers will receive a full-access membership for the duration of Climbing Academy. Parents may take our Intro to Climbing Class* for FREE! Parents may also sign up for a membership for $55/month (normally $109/month)!

Additional Booking Info

  • Attendance at the first class is required for your child to be eligible to join a recreational team.
  • All equipment is included
  • Register early, space is limited!
  • Full payment required to register.

Please Note:

  • Refunds will not be granted for cancellations. You may be issued credit for the amount paid.
  • Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded OR credited, and all credits or coupons will be forfeited.
  • There are no make-ups or credits for missed days.

Curriculum

*This is a sample curriculum for Climbing Academy A (ages 10 - 13); curriculum may vary depending on class size and kids' climbing ability.

Week 1:

Rope Climbing

  • Gym rules & etiquette
  • Top Rope Climbing Essentials (How to Belay for Climbing Academy A)

Week 2:

Rope Climbing cont.

  • Top Rope Climbing Essentials
  • How to Belay (Climbing Academy A)

    Week 3:

    Bouldering

    • Bouldering Essentials
    • Intro to Body Positioning

    Week 4:

    Footwork

    • Introduction to Footwork Technique

      Week 5:

      Balance

      • Advanced Body Positioning & Movement

      Week 6:

      Climbing Vocabulary

      • Important climbing terms for helpful communication

      Week 7:

      Review

      • Intro to Climbing Drills

      Week 8:

      Graduation

      • Practice everything learned while climbing together
      What Comes Next: Climbing Teams!

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