Youth Climbing2023-04-06T22:50:13+00:00

Youth Climbing

Summer Camps
Monkey Academy
Climbing Teams
Groups

SUMMER CAMPS

Sign up now for one of our weekly summer camps at Session. Session’s Summer Camps are a bunch of fun and a great opportunity for young people to learn the skills necessary to climb safely, the technique to climb efficiently, and to gain confidence in themselves in a social and collaborative environment.

Summer Monkeys (AGE 7 – 12)2023-05-25T18:56:50+00:00

It’s time to get ready for summer days!

Sign up now for one of our weekly summer camps at Session. Session’s Summer Monkey camps are a bunch of fun and a great opportunity for children age 7 – 12 with no climbing experience to begin learning the skills necessary to climb safely, the technique used to climb efficiently, and to gain confidence in themselves in a social and collaborative environment. It’s an experience they’ll remember and benefit from for years to come!

Camps meet Monday-Thursday, 9am-12pm

  • June 19th – 22nd
  • July 17th – 20th
  • August 7th – 10th

Session hosts several outdoor climbing events for Summer Camp participants. Outdoor climbing runs 10:30am-2:30pm on the below dates:

  1. June 30th
  2. July 14th
  3. July 28th
  4. August 11th

Advance registration for outdoor days is required, and participation is limited to one outdoor event. Dates may be combined if enrollment is low for a given date. Parents will be notified a full week in advance whether the date they signed up to climb outside is meeting or being combined with another day.

Cost:

$200 for Members; $250 for non-members

We will do our best to accommodate requests to switch camp dates. However, we cannot guarantee a spot in another week’s camp. A cancellation fee of $75 is charged for all cancellations made on or after May 1st. Reservations are non-refundable two weeks or less from a camp’s start date.
Please note: Under-enrolled camps are cancelled 7 days prior to their start date. Early drop-off and late pick-up are not available. We do not have staff to supervise before or after camp hours. Please provide a lunch and water bottle. On the days we meet in the gym, snacks and food are available for purchase.

ENROLL FOR SUMMER MONKEYS
Summer Senders (AGE 10 – 16)2023-05-25T18:55:09+00:00

It’s time to get ready for summer days!

Sign up now for one of our weekly summer camps at Session. Session’s Summer Sender camps are a bunch of fun and a great opportunity for children age 10 – 16 with previous climbing experience to learn and refine the skills necessary to climb safely, improve climbing technique, and build confidence in themselves in a social and collaborative environment. It’s an experience they’ll remember and benefit from for years to come!

Camps meet Monday-Thursday, 9am-12pm

  • June 26th – 29th
  • July 24th – 27th
  • July 31st – Aug 3rd

Session hosts several outdoor climbing events for Summer Camp participants. Outdoor climbing runs 10:30am-2:30pm on the below dates:

  • June 30th
  • July 14th
  • July 28th
  • August 11th

Advance registration for outdoor days is required, and participation is limited to one outdoor event. Dates may be combined if enrollment is low for a given date. Parents will be notified a full week in advance whether the date they signed up to climb outside is meeting or being combined with another day.

Cost:

$200 for Members; $250 for non-members

We will do our best to accommodate requests to switch camp dates. However, we cannot guarantee a spot in another week’s camp. A cancellation fee of $75 is charged for all cancellations made on or after May 1st. Reservations are non-refundable two weeks or less from a camp’s start date.
Please note: Under-enrolled camps are cancelled 7 days prior to their start date. Early drop-off and late pick-up are not available. We do not have staff to supervise before or after camp hours. Please provide a lunch and water bottle. On the days we meet in the gym, snacks and food are available for purchase.

ENROLL FOR SUMMER SENDERS

MONKEY ACADEMY & SESSION SENDERS

This 8-week introductory course is designed to teach kids the fundamentals of climbing: technique, problem-solving skills, basic knot tying & more!

Schedule: This 8-week program meets once a week for 2 hours. Please view the booking page for times and availability.

Curriculum:
Week 1: Rope Climbing
Week 2: Rope Climbing continued
Week 3: Bouldering
Week 4: Footwork
Week 5: Balance
Week 6: Climbing Vocabulary
Week 7: Review
Week 8: Graduation!

Family Benefits: Climbers receive a full access membership for the duration of the program. Parents may take our Intro to Climbing Class* for FREE.

Additional Info:

  • Attendance at the first class is required
  • All equipment is included
  • Register early, space is limited!
  • Full payment is required to register.
  • Refunds will not be granted for cancellations. You may be issued a credit for the amount paid.
  • Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded OR credited, and all credits or coupons will be forfeited.
  • There are no make-ups or credits for missed days.

Booking Info:
$350 / participant
Monkey Academy : Ages 6 – 10
Session Senders : Ages 11 – 17

Please note: This class requires a minimum of two participants to run.
Classes will be rescheduled if only one participant signs up.

Monkey Academy:

Enroll for Monkey Academy

SESSION SENDERS:

Enroll for Session Senders

CLIMBING TEAMS

Recreational Teams2023-04-06T23:01:40+00:00


The purpose of these teams is to help climbers develop a love for the sport while teaching the basic techniques necessary to become well-rounded climbers. Climb with fellow young climbers in a social, relaxed environment!

Schedule: This program meets twice a week for two hours each. Please view the booking page for times and availability.

Family Benefits: Climbers receive a full access membership for the duration of their enrollment in the Recreational Team. Parents may take our Intro to Climbing Class* for FREE.

Additional Info:

  • Attendance at the first class is required
  • All equipment is included
  • Register early, space is limited!
  • Full payment is required to register.
  • Refunds will not be granted for cancellations. You may be issued a credit for the amount paid.
  • Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded OR credited, and all credits or coupons will be forfeited.
  • There are no make-ups or credits for missed days.

Booking Info:
$225/month for 2 practices per week

SEE DETAILS AND REGISTER
Competition Team2023-03-22T20:11:10+00:00

Session’s Competition Team provides athletes with access to the resources they need to perform at their best. Session’s coaches work closely with athletes to provide the training programs and mentorships they need to thrive as strive for the podium at the US Youth Nationals.

Season Structure

Early season practice is focused on preparing the athletes physically for the competition season. High volume, low intensity training slowly transitioning to low volume, high intensity training. Conditioning is the priority in this early training phase, develop the foundational skills necessary for each athlete to perform physically at the highest level. Athletes will be run through climbing specific drills they need to become well-rounded climbers and conditioning exercises to improve overall fitness.

One month prior to the first Qualifying Event, athletes transition to competition strategy preparation. In this phase, team practice continues to emphasize physical training but time is also allocated to focus on Championship event formats, strategy, and insight into the style of climbing at that level of competition.

As the Regional Championship nears, athletes are run through mock competitions and training camps to prepare them for the stress and rigors of onsight climbing competitions. Athletes are educated on the specific rules outlined in the USA Climbing official rulebook and how to navigate the field of play.

BOOKING INFO

$270/month for 3 practices per week

For more information contact Karl Cordtz, Session’s Head Coach and Head Routesetter, at karl@sessionclimbing.com

Groups

Scouts2023-02-07T22:23:45+00:00

Visit Session with your scouting groups and open new avenues of exploration!

Climbing requires a combination of tenacity and practice in pursuit of mastery, and Session offers a Scout- specific weekend climbing program that teaches courage, confidence, and character. Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, Venturers, American Heritage Girls, and Trail Life USA Troops can all enjoy the satisfaction of hard-earned success as they build their character and grow as both a group and as individuals.

Reserve harnesses and belayers for a two-hour block of climbing on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Details:
Cost:
 $20 per scout
  • 50% deposit required
  • 8 scout minimum
Ages:
 4 and up
  • No experience necessary
  • Advance notice of two weeks required

For more information contact mike@sessionclimbing.com.

Overnight Lock-ins2022-04-23T16:33:45+00:00

Take over our terrain from 10pm to 7am! At lock-ins, groups enjoy a night jam-packed with fun games, group activities, movies, and climbing. We’ll provide overnight staff to answer any questions and help with any requests or needs. At least two weeks’ notice is required for this popular Friday and Saturday night program. For more information contact mike@sessionclimbing.com.

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