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Maximum participants per group

12 max in the 5-8 age group
12 max in the 9-12 age group

 Cost

180$+tx / child

200$+tx / child with shoe rental

When?

5 to 8 years old

June 29 - 9am to 9:45am

July 6 -9am to 9:45am

July 13 - 9am to 9:45am

July 20 - 9am to 9:45am

July 27 - 9am to 9:45am

August 3 - 9am to 9:45am

9 to 12 years old

June 29- 10am to 10:45am

July 6 - 10am to 10:45am

July 13 - 10am to 10:45am

July 20 - 10am to 10:45am

July 27 - 10am to 10:45am

August 3 - 10am to 10:45am

Outline

The summer session will run from June 29th to August 3rd.  Participants will learn the fundamentals of climbing, improve their fitness and develop their skills in a fun, safe and inclusive environment. Kids will: 

• Learn climbing movement skills and techniques through demonstration and description

• Receive guided practice to help their climbing skills evolve organically

• Be introduced to the components of climbing training (warm up, cool down, age appropriate strength, flexibility and stamina training)

• Learn rules involving climbing safety and etiquette

• Engage in fun age-appropriate activities/games to build movement skills and confidence

Required Equipment

• Climbing shoes are required and can be purchased at MEC or other outdoor sports store.  Prices typically range from $50 - 70$.  You can also buy used on Kijiji. Klimat can also provide rental shoes for a fee of  $20 for the eight week session.

• Participants should wear non-restrictive clothing and please remove jewelry before training and/or climbing sessions