Reaching New Heights
Our rock climbing classes and programs are a HIGH-light of the YMCA! Climbers can reach for their individual goals learning new skills and finding their inner strength.
Useful Information
Youth Climbing Classes
Fees for each session: $75 YMCA Members / $105 Non-Members
Each session consists of four classes.
Mini Mountaineers
Ages 3-5
This class is designed for climbers ages 3–5 of all experience levels, focusing on the age-appropriate development of foundational skills, helping returning participants advance, and ensuring everyone builds confidence while having fun.
Craggin' Kids
Ages 6-9
This intermediate-level class, designed for climbers ages 6–9 of all experience levels, emphasizes technique, teamwork, and the age-appropriate development of foundational skills—helping returning participants build on what they’ve already learned.
- Upcoming Sessions
- April 14/17/18/19 - May 5/8/9/10
- May 12/15/16/17 - June 9/5/6/7
- Days & Times
Yosemite Youth
Ages 10-13
This advanced-level class, open to climbers ages 10–13 of all experience levels, focuses on belaying and advanced climbing skills, building upon age-appropriate foundational techniques to challenge returning participants and help them continue to grow.
- Upcoming Sessions
- April 15/16 - May 6/7
- May 13/14 - June 3/4
- Days & Times
Additional Climbing Programs
Belay Class & Certification
Over the first two classes, participants will learn belay knots, technique, and basic climbing terms, with plenty of practice time during class. On the third day, we’ll administer Top Rope belay certification tests. This three-day class is designed for climbers ages 14+ with limited or no climbing experience.
- Monday: 6:45 - 7:45pm
- April 14 to April 28
- May 5 to May 19
- June 2 to June 16
Fees: $75 YMCA Members / $105 Non-Members
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Youth Climbing Club
Previous climbing experience required. Space is limited. This club is designed for youth who are dedicated to climbing and intend to commit to this program long term. Climbing Club Coach approval required.
- Monday: 5:00 - 6:30pm
For more information please contact the climbing wall supervisor, Claire Todd, climbing@whatcomymca.org
Fees: $150 YMCA Members / $240 Non-Members
