Vertex Youth Programs
Kids love climbing and we have staff available to hold the ropes during the programs listed below. Children must be accompanied by an adult who already knows how to belay, or participate in one of our ClimbTime, Afterschool, or Camp sessions.
Climbing PartiesCelebrate! Vertex's birthday party package includes two hours of staff supervised climbing and use of the gym's party room. Ages 5 and up. COST: $125 for the first six; $17 for each additional participant. WHEN: Groups are booked in two-hour blocks between 8 am and 6 pm any day of the week. Large groups may book private use of the gym on Saturday evenings after 6 pm. |
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Youth participants must have a Liability Waiver signed by a legal guardian. |
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After School ClimbingRock climb after school every week with Vertex's coaching staff. Ages 7 to 15. Cost: $65 for one month (4 sessions); ($35 for members) When: Tuesday 4 -6 pm during the school year. |
Climb TimeThe perfect introduction to climbing for all ages, with Vertex staff providing supervision and coaching. Ages 5 and up. Cost: $17 (free for members) When: Saturdays and Sundays noon to 2 pm and school holidays noon to 2pm. Reservations required. |
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Camp VerticalParticipants learn rock climbing technique, knots and safety skills while having fun and making new friends. Four half-day sessions in the gym and one full day fieldtrip to climb on real rock outside. Ages 7 to 14. Cost: $185/week ($150 for members) 2008 Summer Sessions:
Mon,Tue,Wed, Fri: 9 am to noon |
Team Vertex / Advanced After School
Cost: $65 per monthly session ($35 for members). When: Thursdays 4 -6 pm during the school year |
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Take your climbing to a new level! This 4-week program for youth
ages 9-17 includes coached climbing sessions covering movement and
bouldering techniques, and competition climbing skills.
Pre- requisites: belay skills and climbing at the 5.9 level or
higher or instructor permission.