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:

$50 YMCA Members / session

$80 Non-Members / session

Mini Mountaineers
Ages 3-5

Wednesdays
3:45-4:45pm

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

Saturdays
10:15–11am

April 15 - May 6
May 13 - June 3
June 10 - July 1

Craggin' Kids
Ages 6-9

Tuesdays
4-5pm OR 5:30-6:30pm

April 11 - May 2
May 9 - May 30
June 6 - June 27

Wednesdays
4:45-5:45pm

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

Saturdays
9–10am

April 15 - May 6
May 13 - June 3
June 10 - July 1

Yosemite Youth
Ages 10-13

Wednesdays
6-7pm

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

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 10 - April 24
May 8 - May 22
June 5 - June 19

Fees:

$50 YMCA Members
$80 Non-Members

Belay Class Registration

Youth Climbing Club

Previous climbing experience required. Space is limited.
Prerequisite: Climbing Club Coach approval required.

Ages 10-16

Mondays:

5-6:30pm

Winter Session Dates

April 3 - April 24

May 1 - May 22

June 5 - June 26

Fees:

$50 YMCA Members
$80 Non-Members

Please contact Climbing Coordinator for more information and to register: Mary Latta, mlatta@whatcomymca.org

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE APPLICATION

YOUTH PROGRAMS PARENT HANDBOOK

CLIMBING WALL PROGRAMS