Kids Indoor Climbing Classes - Alaska Rock Gym

Youth

KIDS CLIMB

The Alaska Rock Gym has quality climbing programs for all ages!

ARG Youth Programs provide a challenging, active, and supportive atmosphere for both new and returning climbers. Curriculum range from progressive skill development to competitive climbing training. Our talented coaches are ready to help each athlete progress in their individual goals and build lifelong resiliency skills no matter which program your child is enrolled in.

Boulder Area Supervision Education (BASE)

Sunday & Thursday

10:00am (sun) 6:30pm (Thurs)

This course for supervising adults provides a pathway to allow children ages 9 & under to boulder outside of scheduled open bouldering times. Class includes an introduction to bouldering, risk identification, risk mitigation, and etiquette.

Intro to Youth Programs

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Intro to Youth Programs is an orientation class for those who have participated in an ARG youth program. Over the course of 4 weeks, participants learn the basics of the indoor climbing gym: how to navigate the bouldering area and brave the heights of the roped climbing walls.

Climbing Club for Kids

Monday/Wednesday/Friday

Times Vary per Age Group Class

After School Club Programs are designed to build and refine basic climbing techniques in a relaxed social setting. Participants tackle skill progressions and take on challenges at their own pace through games, drills and climbing activities, facilitated by fun and encouraging coaches.

Homeschool Club

School Year: Monday - Thursday

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Homeschool Clubs offer an alternative route to earning PE credits through climbing. Participants build and refine basic climbing techniques in a relaxed social setting.

Summer Camps

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

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Summer Camps are offered weekly and are appropriate for Elementary to Middle School aged youth. Participants increase personal fitness, gain confidence and have lots of fun.

High School Club

Wednesday/Friday

High School Club is designed for teenagers looking to learn the basics of climbing in a fun and welcoming environment. Students will learn how to top rope belay, work on basic climbing movement, and improve strength and conditioning.

Recreational Team

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Times Vary per Age Group Class

Recreational Teams are designed for youth seeking more intense and focused training toward advanced climbing skills. Participation in a Recreational Team is by invitation only.

Competitive Climbing

3:30 pm – 6:00 pm

The Alaska Rock Gym Competitive Climbing Team is nationally recognized and the state’s most elite-level youth climbing program. Through the core values of H.O.I.S.T (Hustle, Ownership, Intensity, Skills, and Team) this program sets the standard for all other competitive training focused climbing programs. Participation is by invitation only.

Youth Private Lessons

Youth private instruction can be tailored to fit any request. No matter the age or experience level, children of all ages will benefit from a private lesson with our experienced staff!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. What is the minimum or maximum age?

ARG Youth Programs serve youth in Elementary School through High School. Please see our gym rules for bringing kids outside of program times.

2. My kids are growing so fast! Do I have to buy them climbing gear?

Rental equipment is included in the cost of the class, but feel free to bring your own if you have it!

3. Can I bring my kids without being in a class?

Access to the gym is included in the price of the program your child is enrolled in, while they are enrolled. If they are not currently enrolled, youth day passes and memberships are available for purchase!

Check out our full youth supervision guidelines here.
Children ages 9 & under are not allowed in the boulder area except during published youth bouldering hours, unless accompanied by a BASE certified adult.

4. When is the best time to enroll my children for a class?

Sign up for our youth newsletter, follow us on social media, and read the "In the Loop" around the gym! We always advertise when enrollment will begin. Programs fill up fast! You can also call the front desk for additional information.