Classes for Kids

 

Kling On-Kids

Teen Program

 

Home School Climbing Program

 

Private Lessons for Kids

Summer Camps

 

The Alaska Rock Gym has great climbing programs for kids and teens! Our classes accommodate all skill levels and our progressive curriculum and skill development for long-term students guarantee a terrific climbing experience for all children. Kids gain strength, agility and confidence while making new friends and learning new skills. It’s a must for your kid or teen!

 

 

Kling-On Kids

An after-school climbing program for kids aged 6 through 12 years old. Students learn to climb safely indoors. Kids work on problem solving, setting and reaching goals and trust and communication in the group context while gaining strength and having tons of fun. Multi-level classes accommodate all skill levels. Students enroll by the month.  Mid-month enrollees will be pro-rated.

 

                   Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday   4:15 – 5:45 pm    September through May

                   Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday   4:15 - 5:45 pm    June through August

                   One Day per Week per Month - $75

                   Two Days per Week per Month - $135

                   Drop-in Fee $25  (Please call in advance to schedule drop-ins!)

 

 

Teen Program

Teens take their climbing to a whole new level! This newly expanded program accommodates entry-level students, moderate climbers and competition hopefuls from 13 to 18 years old. Teamwork, communication, technical skills and conditioning are emphasized in this class.  Teen Program meets twice a week. Students enroll by the month.  Mid-month enrollees will be pro-rated.

 

                  Tuesday and Thursday 3:30-5:15 pm      $135 per month      Runs all Year

 

 

Home School Climbing Program

Home school students earn PE credits while rock climbing at the Alaska Rock Gym! We work with all home school programs in the state, and are happy to assist with paperwork. Students are taught knots and ropework, belay technique, climbing movement, basic conditioning and stretching, while socializing with great kids from other home school programs. Watch your child’s confidence grow along with his strength and agility! Students aged 6 thought 15 years of age, enrollment is by the month.  Mid-month enrollees will be pro-rated.  Most charter and home school programs accept credits for Kling-On Kids and Teen Program attendence, as well.

 

                            Tuesday and Thursday   1:00 – 3:00 pm       Runs September through May

                            One Day per Week per Month  $75

                            Two Days per Week per Month  $135 

 

 

Private Lessons for Kids

If our scheduled programs just don’t work for you, we are happy to arrange private lessons for your children. Groups of up to three students can be accommodated with a private instructor. Students must be at least 8 years old to attend private lessons. Please call 10 days in advance to schedule.

 

                            Scheduled in advance - $50/hour

 

 

 Summer Camp Sessions

Summer Camp sessions every summer for kids and teens at the Alaska Rock Gym. Each session runs for three days; Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 1-3pm. Separate sections within each session for kids, ages 6-12, and teens, 13-18 years. Pre-registration is required. Campers learn to climb and belay safely in the indoor gym. Low instructor to student ratios guarantee  personal attention to each camper. Kids and teens increase personal fitness, gain confidence and have lots of fun. Repeat campers work on advancing skills progression and technical problems. Liability waiver required for each camper.  Cost per 3 day session is $80.

Please check back for 2010 dates!

 

       ALASKA Rock Gym - 4840 FAIRBANKS ST ANCHORAGE, ALASKA 99503
Phone: 907-562-7265
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