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.
Fees for each session, regardless of youth class:
$50 YMCA Members / session
$80 Non-Members / session
Ages 3-5
Saturdays
Wednesdays
Fridays
Ages 6-9
Saturdays
Tuesdays
Jan 10 - Jan 31
Feb 7 - Feb 28
Mar 7 - Mar 28
Ages 10-13
Wednesdays
Our youth classes are separated by age, and will teach age-appropriate skills. Each class is open to climbers of all experience levels. We will focus on teaching foundational skills, but will also help participants build upon skills on an individual basis, so climbers always feel that they are progressing.
Mini Mountaineers and Craggin Kids: active parent participation is encouraged, but not required! Parents who are YMCA belay certified are welcome to belay during these classes.
Please contact our climbing department for more information at climbing@whatcomymca.org
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Skills we will teach (as appropriate):
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Our goal is to help young climbers...
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Please note the following for Youth Classes:
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Belay Class & Certification
This THREE-Day class is for climbers with limited or no climbing experience. Over the course of the first two classes, participants will learn belay knots, technique and basic climbing terms with time to practice during class.
The Y's Belay Certification Test will be offered at the start of the 3rd class. After passing the test, climbers will have the rest of the class to climb.
Ages 14+
Mondays
Jan 9 - Jan 23
Feb 6 - Feb 20
Mar 6 - Mar 20
Thursdays
Jan 12 - Jan 26
Feb 9 - Feb 23
Mar 9 - Mar 23
Fees:
$50 YMCA Members
$80 Non-Members
Youth Climbing Club
Previous climbing experience required. Space is limited.
Prerequisite: Climbing Club Coach approval required.
Ages 10-16
Mondays:
Fees:
$50 YMCA Members
$80 Non-Members
Please contact Climbing Coordinator for more information and to register: Mary Latta, mlatta@whatcomymca.org