Intro to Youth Programs - Alaska Rock Gym

Intro to Youth Programs is an orientation class for first time climbers, who have never participated in an ARG program. Over the course of 4 weeks, participants learn the basics of the indoor climbing gym: how to navigate around the bouldering area, how to fall on the boulder pads, and brave the heights of the roped climbing walls.

This class is designed to be taken once and is a prerequisite to qualify for enrollment in an after school Club program.

Appropriate for Elementary to Middle School ages. Maximum of 6 participants per class

As an alternative to taking this course, we also offer private lessons to orient new climbers to the gym in a one on one setting. Learn more by visiting our private lessons page.

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.