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PROGRAM OFFERINGS
**Youth offerings are for ages 5-13**
YOUNG ASPIRING CLIMBERS PROGRAM
Ages 10-13 | 6 weeks | 12 Classes | Minimum 6 students
Ages 6-9 | 6 weeks | 6 Classes | Minimum 6 students
Looking for an activity for your son or daughter that will challenge them physically and mentally? This 6-week course (18 hours ages 10-13 / 6 hours ages 6-9) will teach your kid the basics of climbing, with plenty of climbing time, climbing games, and personal coaching from one of our highly-trained and enthusiastic staff. Parents and friends will get a chance to see their child's progress with a climbing presentation at the end of the course. Option available to sign up for an additional six weeks.
Gear included during class.
2019 Early Fall Dates:
10-13 yrs | Tues/Thurs | 4:15-5:45 | $225
September 10th - October 17th
6-9 yrs | Mon | 4:00-5:00PM | $115
September 6th - October 14th
2019 Late Fall Dates:
10-13 yrs | Tues/Thurs | 4:15-5:45 | $225
October 29th - December 5th
6-9 yrs | Mon | 4:00-5:00PM | $115
October 28th - December 2nd
INTRO TO TOP ROPE CLIMBING ("Belay Class")
$45 | 2 hours
This class is for brand new climbers who want to learn how to belay and the basics of climbing. We will teach you how to properly put on your harness, tie a figure-eight-follow-through knot, and belay in a safe and secure manner by properly removing slack and supporting the climber safely. This class will prepare you to take the Top Rope Belay Test that will allow you to belay in the gym without staff supervision. You will also learn how to conserve energy and strength while climbing and the ways to approach the different kinds of holds.
Rental gear is included in this class.
Call to sign up! (910) 319-7209
Maximum of 6 students per class | Min: 2
**Membership Special**
We are currently running a 1-month pre-paid membership special for $60.00 that includes the Intro to Top Rope class. Read more about our membership options here.
ON LEAD (Lead Climbing/Belay Certification)
$80 1 adult (age 14+) | 2 hours | 2 sessions
Our two-part class covers safety, rope management, lead belaying and indoor lead climbing. The first session will focus on lead-climbing, while the second session will focus on lead-belaying. Climbing proficiency is required (it is mandatory that participants are comfortable climbing 5.9 on top-rope). Top-rope belay certification is also a prerequisite.
Rental gear is not included.
Maximum of 4 students per class | Min: 2
Call to sign up! (910) 319-7209
BELAY YOUR KIDS
$80 1 adult & 1 child | 1.5 hours | + $20 per additional child
This class is the perfect parent-child intro class! Your child or children will get plenty of climbing time, and you will have the opportunity to learn to belay them! You and your child will learn how to tie a figure eight-follow-through-knot, and your child will have plenty of climbing time, while you practice belaying them.
Rental gear is included in this class.
Call to sign up! (910) 319-7209
DISCOVER CLIMBING
$42 | 1.5 hours
Interested in discovering what this climbing thing is all about? This is the perfect way to get started for kids too young to belay, vacationers, or those interested in maximizing climbing time on their first trip. You will have a staff belayer for the full 1.5 hours, and emphasis will be on maximizing climbing time. You will receive a quick facility tour, orientation, and instruction on tying in. You will NOT learn how to belay in this class. You will also receive some instruction in basic climbing movement and gear.
Rental gear is included in this class.
Call to sign up! (910) 319-7209
Maximum of 6 students per class | Min: 2
Ask about group rates!
SUMMER 2020 YOUTH CLIMBING CAMPS/CLINICS
Date TBD | $150 | Monday-Friday 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
One-week course to be held in June, July, and August
Five fun filled days, each focused on new challenges and lessons for kids of all levels. Campers will work on footwork, and route reading to develop efficiency and competence in bouldering and top-rope climbing. Emphasis will be placed on the history of rock climbing, safety, and gym etiquette. Climbers will be grouped according to experience. More advanced climbers will work on a variety of strength and movement techniques to advance their skill.
Each week will include opportunities for teamwork and leadership. We finish our week with certificates for completion and accomplishment.
Maximum of 12 participants per week | Min: 4 | Grouped according to age and ability. No climbing experience necessary.
AMGA CLIMBING WALL INSTRUCTOR COURSE
NOVEMBER 11th - 13th 2019
This course addresses the basic technical skills necessary to manage an instructional program at a climbing facility. The course length is a minimum of 20 hours of instruction, skills demonstration, and evaluation, typically run over 2.5 days. CWI Certification lasts for three years. After three years current CWI’s can re-take a one-day reassessment to regain the CWI certification.
Teaching experience and minimum of one year climbing required.
Click here for more information and prerequisites.
INSTRUCTORS
All our instructors hold a teaching certification with either the CWA (Climbing Wall Association), AMGA (American Mountain Guides Association), or both. Read staff bios here.