Youth Classes & Teams
The sport of climbing provides youth with new physical, mental and emotional challenges that build problem-solving skills, resiliency, discipline, passion, character and community. Our youth classes provide a positive environment that empower youth to develop and sharpen these life skills and discover their full personal potential.
We offer several recreation levels and a competition team so participants can grow and progress at their own pace and level of interest.
Youth Class Starting Schedule
Sun. October 11 Level 1, Level 2 and Teen Club registration opens
Tues. October 20 Team Nittany and Rec Team practices begin
Sat. October 31 Level 1 classes begin
Sun. November 1 Level 2 and Teen Club classes begin
Youth programming is paid as a monthly recurring charge so that participants remain enrolled in their class until they are promoted to the next level or until canceled.
Level 1
Ages 5-7 & 8-10
Weekly 1.5 hr. class for 8 weeks
In a fun and welcoming environment, our experienced instructors will introduce your child to the exciting world of climbing. This series of 8 classes will teach your child the fundamentals of climbing movement, safety awareness and use of equipment while building confidence. Student membership is included with the class.
Level 2
Instructor recommendation required
Ages 5-7 & 8-10
Weekly 1.5 hr. class for 8 weeks
Your child will build on their previous skills and knowledge that they learned in Level 1. In a fun and welcoming environment, instructors will cover new and more advanced techniques as well as solidify the climbing knowledge. Expect your child to build confidence, expand their skills, and most importantly have fun. Student membership is included with this class.
Teen Club
Ages 11 - 18
Weekly 1.5 hr. class
Climbers 11 - 18 years at any climbing level are encouraged to join! Tailored for older youth, the content and techniques taught are the same as Levels 1 and 2. They will learn new techniques, build upon previous skills, problem-solve and gain confidence while making new friends. Student membership included.
Rec Team
Ages 11+
2 hr. Practice 2x/week
Coach recommendation required
Rec Team is for experienced climbers who are confident in their climbing ability and dedicated to advancing their skills and physical conditioning. Meeting twice a week for 2-hour practices, this program provides athletes a place to refine and advance their technique in a fun, social environment while working with experienced coaches. While this team does not compete, it resembles the rigor of our competitive team. Student membership is included.
Team Nittany
Ages 9+
Admission by tryout and invitation
Team Nittany is designed for climbers who wish to pursue climbing as a competitive sport. This program combines physical training with competition skill refinement to prepare for both bouldering and top rope/lead competitions. Athletes train twice per week and are expected to travel to competitions during the season. Summer season includes once per week practices with an emphasis on team-building and off-season activities.
Contact the coach for information.