Climbing Academy – 9-16 years
Kids love to climb! Climbing regularly is proven to improve strength, fitness, balance and co-ordination! Theaim of the Academy is to encourage development in young peoples’ climbing ability and technique. Graduates of the Academy will have the ability to climb independently fostering a life long love of climbing as well as the confidence that comes with mastering a skill set. Instruction in all climbing techniques including lead climbing where appropriate is provided in a progressive sequence according to the level of the climber.
Mondays 6:15pm – 8:15pm during term time
Cost: $95 per term OR $125 per term which includes unlimited climbing until end of term
Term 2 2013 starts on 7 May until 8 July.
Adult Climbing Courses
The YMCA offers a range of great courses for adults wanting to get into climbing – but are not sure where to start, who to climb with, or if it is for them.
Climbing is a great way to stay fit – an alternative to the gym! Build strength, stamina, flexibility while also socialising with other like minded people.
Intro to Climbing Course
This course is a more advanced, in depth version of the 20 minute intro session. The additional time allows you not only to perfect the basic safety skills to be able to Top Rope climb in an indoor environment but also to start developing and improving your climbing technique. Info about basic climbing gear is covered as well as grading information for routes. The aim of intro to climbing is for participants to become safe and independent climbing wall users.
Cost: $55 + 2 free climbing passes
Duration: 2 x 2 hour sessions
Min: 4 participants
Learn to Lead Climb
Mastered the basics and want more?
This package allows you to migrate from top roping to the more adventurous lead climbing over three sessions. Our instructors will focus on safe lead belay technique, clipping correctly, guide you through the problems encountered whilst lead climbing and develop your climbing technique. Our aim is to promote a safe and fun transition into lead climbing.
Cost: $90
Duration: 3 x 2 hour sessions
Min: 4 participants
Technique Clinic
Do you feel that you could climb better, but just don’t know how?
Our two hour technique class is designed for people who are climbing between grades 14 to 20. Focusing on strength development our instructors will cover hands, feet and movement on the wall techniques which will help you climb more efficiently and effectively. There is also time for the instructor to give you tips and feedback about routes you are already working on.
Cost: $35
Duration: 1 x 2 hour session
Min: 4 participants
Please Note: Dates for these courses can be flexible and are numbers dependent.
