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An 8-week introductory course for kids ages 6 and upThis 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
$475 / participant
Climbing Academy A: Ages 10-14
Hours: Sun 11am-1pm, Tues 4-6pm & Fri 4-6pm
Climbing Academy B: Ages 6-10
Hours: Sun 9am-10:30am, Thurs 4-5:30pm & Sat 9:30am-11am
Next Climbing Academy session will start May 2025
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 $59/month (normally $113/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