Youth Programs
We welcome young climbers of all ages and abilities to offer several different options for young climbers, based on their age, experience, and competitive spirit. If your young one is brand new to the wild world of climbing, start with a free trial or prep school. If they show an interest in climbing (and we're pretty sure they will!) they can join our after school recreational team or level up to Team Whetstone, our competitive climbing team.
Free Trial or Prep School is required for joining our recreational team.
Program Options
Free Trial Fridays
Free Trial Fridays are a perfect way to find out if climbing sparks an interest in your little one.
In this one-hour trial, participants take a quick tour of the gym, learn the basics of rope climbing and bouldering!
After completing this course, students will be eligible to join the Recreational Team.
Prep School
Our Prep School provides beginner youth climbers with a fun and exciting introduction to the world of climbing.
Over the course of 4 weeks, participants learn fundamentals like climbing technique, problem solving skills, basic knot tying, climbing commands and safety checks, and belay skills.
After completing this course, students will be eligible to join the Recreational Team.
Recreational Teams
Our recreational teams are designed to promote a non-competitive, fun, and engaging environment where participants will learn more than just how to climb and belay.
A typical rec. team practice includes climbing technique, games, team-building activities, and a heck of a lot of fun. Climbing techniques will be introduced organically throughout the course of the programs and tailored to the growth of the individual climbers.
Competitive Teams
Team Whetstone, our competitive climbing team, builds on the training environment of our rec. teams with the addition of competition and mental strategies. Their training incorporates curriculum geared towards maximizing performance both physically and mentally. The mission of Team Whetstone is to provide kids the opportunity to experience the rewarding moments when hard work and commitment are matched with accomplishment and success.
Get Started
If you'd like to learn more about getting your young one involved in the funnest after-school programs around, fill out the form below and our team will get back to you with program and scheduling options that are best for you.
Other Fun Stuff for the Kiddos!
Parents' Night Out
Take a break, we've got you covered! Drop off your kids for an evening of climbing, crafts, a movie, and pizza dinner on the last Friday of each month.
Birthday Parties
Give your child a birthday they won’t forget at Whetstone. Our skilled instructors will give you and your guests an experience to remember.
Youth Camps
Kids will learn new climbing techniques, enjoy climbing related games, and make new friends!