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.

Youth Climbing Classes

Fees for each session, regardless of youth class:

$55 YMCA Members / session

$85 Non-Members / session

Mini Mountaineers
Ages 3-5

Mondays
4 - 4:45pm

April 8 - April 29
May 6 - May 20*
June 3 - June 24

Wednesdays
3:45-4:30pm

April 10 - May 1
May 8 - May 29
June 5 - June 26

Saturdays
10:15-11:15am

April 13 - May 4
May 11 - June 1
June 8 - June 29

*Prorated 3 lesson sessions due to Memorial Day

Craggin' Kids
Ages 6-9

Tuesdays

3:45 - 4:45pm

April 9 - April 30
May 7 - May 28
June 4 - June 25

Wednesdays
4:45-5:45pm

April 10 - May 1
May 8 - May 29
June 5 - June 26

Fridays
3:30 - 4:30pm

April 12 - May 3
May 10 - May 31
June 7 - June 28

Saturdays
9–10am

April 13 - May 4
May 11 - June 1
June 8 - June 29

Yosemite Youth
Ages 10-13

Tuesdays
5-6pm

April 9 - April 30
May 7 - May 28
June 4 - June 25

Wednesdays
6-7pm

April 10 - May 1
May 8 - May 29
June 5 - June 26

CLIMBING CLASS REGISTRATION

Youth Climbing Class Information

Mini Mountaineers, Craggin Kids, Yosemite Youth

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

Skills we will teach (as appropriate):

Types of holds
Climbing techniques
Harnesses
Figure 8 knot
Climbing routes
Safety
Introduction to belaying (ages 10+)

Our goal is to help young climbers...

Build confidence
Overcome fears
Work with others
Take responsibility
Have fun!

Please note the following for Youth Classes:

Harnesses provided.
Must wear closed-toe shoes.
Climbing shoes are helpful but not required.
No sandals or bare feet.

Additional Climbing Programs

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
6:45pm-7:45pm

April 15 - April 29
May 6 - May 20
June 3 - June 17

Fees:

$55 YMCA Members
$85 Non-Members

Belay Class Registration

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.

Max 10 participants

Upcoming Spring Quarter
April 1 - June 26
(no Club 5/27 Memorial day)

Mondays: 5 - 6:30pm
Members: $150
Non-Members: $240

For more information please contact the climbing wall supervisor, Claire Todd, climbing @whatcomymca.org

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE APPLICATION

YOUTH PROGRAMS PARENT HANDBOOK

Routesetting Clinic

Open to all climbing wall volunteers and those who intend to become a climbing wall volunteer!

February 10, 2024
1-4pm
Whatcom Family Y
Climbing Wall

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CLIMBING WALL PROGRAMS