First Time Kids

First Time Climbing for Kids

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Under the age of 12 and want to climb? No problem.

  • 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
  • The adult must either learn to belay (handle the ropes) for the child by taking our $5, 15 minute gri-gri lesson or be able to pass a belay check administered by one of our staff.
  • The belay test and harness rental for the adult will cost $9. The harness rental and day pass fee for the child will cost $16.
  • An adult belayer (rope handler) will be unable to climb unless they have another adult who is belay certified with them and they pay the $14 day pass fee.

Are you age 12 or over? We can get you going right away too!

  • The harness rental and day pass fee for ages 12 and up is $18.
  • Children 12 and over are allowed to take the gri-gri lesson (rope handling lesson), but will have to demonstrate to our staff that they have the focus and skills to belay safely. If there is any doubt, the child will not be allowed to belay for safety reasons and a parent or other adult should be prepared to take over the rope handling duties.

Addition important information to make your check-in more efficient and your climbing experience more comfortable.

  • All participants are required to have a completed Inner Peaks Waiver. Please print and fill out your waiver ahead to save time as you check in. ALL CLIMBERS UNDER THE AGE OF 18 MUST HAVE A WAIVER SIGNED BY A PARENT OR GUARDIAN.
  • A minimum adult to child ratio of 1:3 must be maintained. If your children are very young or very high maintenance, you should bring additional adults to supervise.  The rope handler’s attention must be 100% on the climber and young children must be properly supervised to maintain a safe climbing environment for all our customers.
  • Any groups of 9 or more participants must be scheduled in advance. This allows us to have the appropriate number of staff on hand to serve you safely and efficiently.
  • We recommend that first-time climbers wear comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement. Shorts are fine, but no “short-shorts” (the climbing harness will feel very uncomfortable) or blue jeans (it’s hard to move).
  • Kids & adults can easily climb in a pair of comfortable, tight fitting athletic shoes. We do offer specialized climbing shoes for rent that provide more secure footing on the wall. If you choose to rent climbing shoes, please bring socks.