PROGRAM OFFERINGS
**Youth offerings are for ages 5-13**
YOUNG ASPIRING CLIMBERS PROGRAM
Ages 10-13 | 6 weeks | 12 Classes | Minimum 6 students
Ages 6-9 | 6 weeks | 6 Classes | Minimum 6 students
Looking for an activity for your son or daughter that will challenge them physically and mentally? This 6-week course (18 hours ages 10-13 / 6 hours ages 6-9) will teach your kid the basics of climbing, with plenty of climbing time, climbing games, and personal coaching from one of our highly-trained and enthusiastic staff. Parents and friends will get a chance to see their child's progress with a climbing presentation at the end of the course. Option available to sign up for an additional six weeks.
Gear included during class.
2020 Spring Dates:
10-13 yrs | Tues/Thurs | 4:15-5:45 | $225
March 10th - April 16th
6-9 yrs | Mon | 4:00-5:00PM | $115
March 9th - April 13th
2020 Late Spring Dates:
10-13 yrs | Tues/Thurs | 4:15-5:45 | $225
TBD
6-9 yrs | Mon | 4:00-5:00PM | $115
TBD
BELAY YOUR KIDS
$80 1 adult & 1 child | 1.5 hours | + $20 per additional child
This class is the perfect parent-child intro class! Your child or children will get plenty of climbing time, and you will have the opportunity to learn to belay them! You and your child will learn how to tie a figure eight-follow-through-knot, and your child will have plenty of climbing time, while you practice belaying them.
Rental gear is included in this class.
Call to sign up! (910) 319-7209
DISCOVER CLIMBING
$42 | 1.5 hours
Interested in discovering what this climbing thing is all about? This is the perfect way to get started for kids too young to belay, vacationers, or those interested in maximizing climbing time on their first trip. You will have a staff belayer for the full 1.5 hours, and emphasis will be on maximizing climbing time. You will receive a quick facility tour, orientation, and instruction on tying in. You will NOT learn how to belay in this class. You will also receive some instruction in basic climbing movement and gear.
Rental gear is included in this class.
Call to sign up! (910) 319-7209
Maximum of 6 students per class | Min: 2
Ask about group rates!
SUMMER 2020 YOUTH CLIMBING CAMPS/CLINICS
Date TBD | $150 | Monday-Friday 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
One-week course to be held in June, July, and August
Five fun filled days, each focused on new challenges and lessons for kids of all levels. Campers will work on footwork, and route reading to develop efficiency and competence in bouldering and top-rope climbing. Emphasis will be placed on the history of rock climbing, safety, and gym etiquette. Climbers will be grouped according to experience. More advanced climbers will work on a variety of strength and movement techniques to advance their skill.
Each week will include opportunities for teamwork and leadership. We finish our week with certificates for completion and accomplishment.
Maximum of 12 participants per week | Min: 4 | Grouped according to age and ability. No climbing experience necessary.
Each week will include opportunities for teamwork and leadership. We finish our week with certificates for completion and accomplishment.
Maximum of 12 participants per week | Min: 4 | Grouped according to age and ability. No climbing experience necessary.
INSTRUCTORS
All our instructors hold a teaching certification with either the CWA (Climbing Wall Association), AMGA (American Mountain Guides Association), or both. Read staff bios here.
Birthday Parties:
Reserve the gym for a kid's or adult's birthday party or other celebration!
Kids and Teens:
Up to 8 climbers $160 | $25 every additional climber, MAX 10 | 20% deposit due at booking
1-1.5 hours of climbing time
2 staff instructors/belayers
Party room available if needed (can bring cake/pizza/etc, but not provided by Wilmington Rock Gym)
Includes all necessary climbing gear
All participants must be age 6 or older
Any participants under 18 MUST HAVE A WAIVER SIGNED BY LEGAL GUARDIAN.
Waivers can be filled out ahead of time here: Click for Waiver.
Hours of Operation:
TUE & THUR 5:30AM-8:30AM
TUE-FRI 3:30PM-10PM
SAT 10AM-7PM
SUN 12PM-6PM
Closed Monday
Monthly Package $15
Staff Belay**
Half hour (up to two climbers) $30
One hour (up to two climbers) $50
**Gear and day pass not included.
