Island Rock's Recreational Youth Programs are perfect for climbers ages 4+ who are looking for weekly climbing programs in a fun and encouraging environment!
SUMMER 2026 SEASON ENROLLMENT NOW OPEN!(Season begins SUNDAY, JULY 5!)
Email Youth Program Director Xavier Perez for more information: [email protected]
Ages 4-5: Pinchers
This program is designed for the youngest climbers at Island Rock! Participants will climb top ropes with an instructor in a small group setting staffed on a 1-3 coach to climber ratio.
- Saturdays or Sundays: 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Gear rental included, no climbing experience necessary.
Ages 6-8: Crimpers
Participants will try climbing while harnessed in & belayed by coaches through beginner instruction, fun climbing games & other activities in this 1-hour session staffed on a 1:3 coach-to-climber ratio.
- Saturdays or Sundays: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Gear rental included, no climbing experience necessary.
Ages 8-12: Grippers
*Tailored to the group's unique strengths and abilities; fun, creative & supportive atmosphere. Participants will experience multiple disciplines of climbing while building upon skills and progressing through new curriculum weekly!*
- Tuesdays: 5:00 - 7:00 PM -or- 7:00 - 9:00 PM
- Thursdays: 5:00 - 7:00 PM -or- 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Gear rental included, no climbing experience necessary.
Ages 13+: Teen Crushers
Climb & socialize in a supervised environment. Skills taught included: climbing, belaying, rappelling, healthy living, physical fitness & positive thinking.
- Tuesdays: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
- Thursdays: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Gear rental included, no climbing experience necessary.
Homeschool Programs: Ages 6+
Designed for student athletes that are homeschooled and are looking to supplement Physical Education class in a fun and social environment!
- Tuesday: 1-3 PM
- Thursday: 1-3 PM
Gear rental included, no climbing experience necessary.
Schedule Overview
Check out the Calendar for the full schedule
Summer Season – 8 weeks – July - August
Schedule:
- Week 1: Week of July 5
- Week 2: Week of July 12
- Week 3: Week of July 19
- Week 4: Week of July 26
- Week 5: Week of Aug 2
- Week 6: Week of Aug 9
- Week 7: Week of Aug 16
- Week 8: Week of Aug 23
(Mid-Season Enrollment Available)
- Fall Season – 12 weeks - September - December
- Winter Season - 12 weeks - January - March
- Spring Season - 12 weeks - April through June
