YOUTH PROGRAMS
PROGRAM OFFERINGS
**Youth offerings are for ages 6-16 unless stated otherwise**
YOUNG ASPIRING CLIMBERS
Ages 6-9 | 6 weeks | 6 Classes | $150
Ages 10-13 | 6 weeks | 12 Classes | $250
2026 Spring Dates:
Ages 6 to 9: (Mondays)
Jan 12 to Feb 16
Feb 23 to Mar 30
4:00 to 5:00pm and 5:15 to 6:15 pm
Ages 10 to 13: (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Jan 20 to Feb 26
Mar 3 to Apr 16 (skips Apr 7 & 9 for Spring Break)
4:30 to 6 pm
Looking for an activity for your son or daughter that will challenge them physically and mentally? This 6-week course (18 hours for ages 10-13 / 6 hours for 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. Option available to sign up for an additional six weeks.
Gear included during class.
Birthday Parties:
Get everyone together for an unforgettable birthday party or other celebration!
Kids and Teens:
Up to 8 climbers $210 | $30 every additional climber, MAX 10 | Online bookings require full payment at booking
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1 to 1.5 hours of climbing time and 30 minutes in the party room**
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Party room available if needed (can bring cake/pizza/etc. but not provided by Wilmington Rock Gym)
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2 staff instructors/belayers
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Includes all necessary climbing gear
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All participants must be age 6 or older
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Any participants under 18 MUST HAVE A WAIVER SIGNED BY LEGAL GUARDIAN
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Gym Waivers are required for ALL participants & spectators (You will receive an email with a link to a management page. This contains links that can be sent out to all participants.)
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During busy times, we may limit spectators to 2 on the floor at a time
**Amount of climbing time depends on arrival time, waiver completion, etc (offered Saturdays at 4:30 pm)
SUMMER YOUTH CLIMBING CAMPS/CLINICS
Dates Below | $225 | Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Ages: 6 to 12
Summer 2026
June 15 to 19
July 6 to 10
Aug 3 to 7
Aug 17 to 21
One-week courses are held in June, July, and August
Five fun filled mornings, 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.
Maximum of 12 participants per week | Min: 4 | Grouped according to age and ability. No climbing experience necessary.
TEEN SUMMER CLIMBING CAMPS/CLINICS
Dates Below | $225 | Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Ages: 13 to 16
Summer 2026
June 29 to July 3
This is a special week for teens aged 13 to 16.
Five fun filled mornings, 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.
Maximum of 12 participants per week | Min: 4 | Grouped according to age and ability. No climbing experience necessary.
GIRL'S SUMMER CAMPS/CLINICS
Dates Below | $225 | Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Ages: 6 to 13
Summer 2026
July 20 to 24
This is a special week for girls. Like most sports, climbing can be male dominated. We wanted to try to encourage girls to get into climbing by offering our Summer Clinic in a girls only format.
Five fun filled mornings, 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.
Maximum of 18 participants per week | Min: 4 | Grouped according to age and ability. No climbing experience necessary.
DISCOVER CLIMBING
$42 for 1 person + $20 each for up to 2 additional people| 1 hour
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.
Maximum of 3 students per class
Ask about group rates!
SPRING BREAK YOUTH CLIMBING CAMPS/CLINICS
Dates Below | $200 | Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Ages: 6 to 13
Spring 2026
TBD
Five fun filled mornings, 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.
Maximum of 12 participants per week | Min: 4 | Grouped according to age and ability. No climbing experience necessary.
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.