Climbing Club (8-17)
Climbing Club
This 5-level climber development series takes youth (ages 8-17) from very beginners to serious climbers. No matter where they are on their climbing journey, Climbing Club will help them build a good foundation. In addition to climbing skills, Climbing Club members will make new friends, learn new communication skills, and express their personalities in a whole new way.
Climbing focuses on both physical and mental strength and agility. Your child will not only get stronger and more athletic, they will also become more confident! And, of course, Climbing Club is designed to be FUN! Without focusing on competition, climbers are free to develop their skills in a stress-free, supportive environment.
The progression is as follows:
Level 1 - Beginners (Jr. only)
Level 2 - Belay
Level 3 - Technique
Level 4 - Lead
Level 4 - Gym to Crag (Jr. & Sr. combined)
Enter at any level at any time, based on experience climbing.
*All Climbing Club sessions must have a minimum of 3 participants to run.
**Makeup classes are not available for Climbing Club.
Cancellation Policy: Full refunds are only given when cancellations are made at least two weeks prior to class. Any cancellation made within two weeks of the scheduled session will result in a 50% refund. No shows or cancellations made within 7 days of the scheduled session will result in a forfeit of the amount paid. (We may be able to reschedule you for a different time slot, but there are no guarantees.)
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Juniors (Ages 8-11)
Club L1 - Jr. Beginners
The Junior Beginners series introduces students to all the basics. Junior Beginners learn the fundamentals of proper gym etiquette, gear, as well as bouldering, top-roping, and traversing.
Club L2 - Jr. Belay
This second level of the Climber Development Program guides students through the belay process from start to finish. Instructors teach climbers how to belay with the PBUS technique, how to back-up belay, how to catch falls, how climbers and belayers properly communicate, and what is required to make your climber comfortable while belaying. In addition to these belay techniques, students continue to refine their skills as climbers including route reading, knowledge of hold types, and more.
Club L3 - Jr. Technique
Climbers in Level 3 of the Climber Development Program work towards becoming stronger all-around athletes. Instruction focuses on precision climbing moves (stemming, flagging, hooking, etc.) as well as developing comfort using all hold types, different belay devices, and different wall types (slab, vertical, overhang).
Youth Rec League
Youth Rec League is for those climbers seeking an organized approach to their growth as a climber, but who do not necessarily desire the rigors or commitment of our Competitive Team. In Youth Rec League, climbers will be encouraged to identify their own climbing projects within the gym and will benefit from the guidance and coaching of Shaker Rocks staff committed to helping young climbers accomplish their goals. Additionally, climbers will be presented with the opportunity for organized, friendly competition against others who desire the same.
Seniors (Ages 12+)
Club L2 - Sr. Belay
This second level of the Climber Development Program guides students through the belay process from start to finish. Instructors teach climbers how to belay with the PBUS technique, how to back-up belay, how to catch falls, how climbers and belayers properly communicate, and what is required to make your climber comfortable while belaying. In addition to these belay techniques, students continue to refine their skills as climbers including route reading, knowledge of hold types, and more.
Club L3 - Sr. Technique
Climbers in Level 3 of the Climber Development Program work towards becoming stronger all-around athletes. While this Club is mainly social, instruction focuses on precision climbing moves (stemming, flagging, hooking, etc.) as well as developing comfort using all hold types, different belay devices, and different wall types (slab, vertical, overhang).
Youth Rec League
Youth Rec League is for those climbers seeking an organized approach to their growth as a climber, but who do not necessarily desire the rigors or commitment of our Competitive Team. In Youth Rec League, climbers will be encouraged to identify their own climbing projects within the gym and will benefit from the guidance and coaching of Shaker Rocks staff committed to helping young climbers accomplish their goals. Additionally, climbers will be presented with the opportunity for organized, friendly competition against others who desire the same.
Club L4 - Lead
For the climber looking to get serious, the Lead level (Level 4) of the Climber Development Program introduces them to lead climbing. From clipping to whipping, this course will cover it all. Students will learn how to "mock lead" with a "ghost rope," how to fall, how to catch falls as a belayer, as well as what not to do as a lead climber or lead belayer.
Club L5 - Gym to Crag
Get outside! For the climber who is ready to take it to the next level, instructors guide them through an introduction to outdoor climbing. In this series, climbers learn how to set and clean anchors, read outdoor routes, select gear, and be a courteous outdoor climber. They also learn where to find information about outdoor climbing areas, as well as how to ensure that everything they are doing is legal for the area in which they would like to climb.