Youth

Aimed at those who are new to bouldering, our youth intro class covers bouldering basics, including falling, new-climber techniques, chalk, and how to navigate the space safely.

Curriculum for this class is the same each week. For progressive climbing classes, check out our after school programs and team.

Youth Intro Class takes place in the adult area. Rental shoes are included.

Prerequisites: All ability levels welcome

Cost: $25 for a stand-alone class. $35 for class + youth day pass.

Little Ninjas is for children, age 6-8, who enjoy exploration, progression, and mental and physical challenges in a fun and supportive group environment.

Led by experienced instructors, participants build confidence, problem solve, and discover why bouldering is such an amazing activity.

Curriculum is progressive and long-term commitment is encouraged (most participate for at least 3 months). Classes are offered September-May. Participants may opt to attend once or twice per week.

Rental shoes and chalk are included; day passes or membership must be purchased separately if you wish to climb outside of class.

Advance registration is required.

Prerequisites: None if registering pre-season; Youth Intro Class or previous gym experience required if registering mid-season.

To register for the fall season, choose your desired day(s) on the calendar below.

Members receive a 20% discount on after school programs.

Ninja Masters is for children, age 9-12, who enjoy exploration, progression, and mental and physical challenges in a fun and supportive group environment.

Led by experienced instructors, participants build confidence, problem solve, and discover why bouldering is such an amazing activity.

Curriculum is progressive and long-term commitment is encouraged (most participate for at least 3 months). Classes are offered September-May. Participants may opt to attend once or twice per week.

Rental shoes and chalk are included; day passes or membership must be purchased separately if you wish to climb outside of class.

Advance registration is required.

Prerequisites: None if registering pre-season; Youth Intro Class or previous gym experience required if registering mid-season.

To register for the fall season, choose your desired day(s) on the calendar below.

Members receive a 20% discount on after school programs.

Elevation Climbing Team is for young climbers who are passionate about skill mastery and excited to grow through their climbing journey. Team members should be curious, open-minded, and willing to push their comfort zone. They must also be kind, respectful gym members and a positive example for the youth community.

Competition is an optional focal tool for those who are interested. All participants will grow their climbing skills, build mental and physical fortitude, make friends and become part of a larger community as they share their love of bouldering with enthusiastic peers.

Team is offered September-May. Participants may opt to practice one to three times per week. Tryouts are required.

Camps provide a unique opportunity to immerse kids in the world of climbing – it’s not often that we have the chance to interact with young climbers multiple hours a day, multiple days in a row.

Elevation’s summer programs use that opportunity to guide participants toward the revelations that keep climbing interesting for a lifetime, and build the skills and self-confidence we need to navigate the modern world.

We aim to create kids who are determined problem-solvers, who embrace failure as a learning opportunity, and who have the confidence to be vulnerable, to try hard things, and to celebrate the success of others.