Doylestown Rock Gym -- Youth Climbing Programs

The DOYLESTOWN ROCK GYM offers a comprehensive schedule of instructional climbing courses and programs for youth. Whether an experienced climber looking to join a climbing team or just starting out, we have a program to meet your needs.

All classes include:

  • Harness, helmet and climbing shoes.
  • Unassisted climbing time after each lesson.
  • Discount coupon(s) for each participant at the conclusion of the class.
  • A quality climbing experience by our expert staff.

 Young DRG climber practicing on the wall
LIST OF CLASSES/PROGRAMS Please Note:

Family Climbing (Ages 6+)

Kinder Climb (Ages 2 1/2 - 5)

Kidz Climb (Ages 5 - 8)

Youth Climbing Class (Ages 8 - 13)

 

Youth Climbing Club (6 years +)

DRG Climbing Team (9 years +)

  • Reservations are required for each class/program.
  • All classes/programs must be pre-paid prior to the start of class.
  • A minimum of 72-hour notice is needed for a complete refund.  Less notice will be given a credit.  No shows forfeit the cost of the class.
  • Missed sessions may be rescheduled or given a free pass at the discretion of the instructor.  Prorates will not be given.
 

 

KINDER CLIMB

Are your kids climbing the walls?  If so, our Kinder Climb is just what you're looking for.  With an emphasis on gross motor development, coordination, and balance, your kids will not only be climbing the rock walls but cargo nets, rope ladders, and tight ropes.  Parental assistance required.  One adult per child is needed.  Ages 2.5 to 5 years.

 

 Session Dates Times
Session 1 Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 1 Wed 10 - 11am
Session 2 Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 1 Wed 1-2pm
Session 3 Feb 8, 15, 22, 29 Wed 10 - 11am
Session 4 Feb 8, 15, 22, 29 Wed 1-2pm
Session 5 March 7, 14, 21, 28 Wed 10 - 11am
Session 6 March 7, 14, 21, 28 Wed 10 - 11am
Session 7 April 4, 11, 18, 25 Wed 1-2pm
Session 8 April 4, 11, 18, 25 Wed 10 - 11am
Session 9 May 2, 9, 16, 23 Wed 1-2pm
Session 10 May 2, 9, 16, 23 Wed 1-2pm

Cost: $40.00 per climber; $32 for current DRG members

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KIDZ CLIMB

This program is for kids who know they like climbing but aren't quite ready to be on their own. Each class will consist of games and activities that introduce them to basic safety and climbing skills.  Open to ages 5 to 8.

 

 Session Dates Time
Session 1 Jan 9 , 16, 23, 30 Mon 4:15 - 5:30pm
Session 2 Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 Mon 4:15 - 5:30pm
Session 3 March 5, 12, 19, 26 Mon 4:15 - 5:30pm
Session 4 April 2, 9, 16, 23 Mon 4:15 - 5:30pm
Session 5 April 30, May 7, 14, 21 Mon 4:15 - 5:30pm

Cost: $50.00 per climber; $40 for current DRG members

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YOUTH CLIMBING CLASS

Been to a climbing party? To the top of a climbing wall at the mall? At the boardwalk? Found that you love to climb and can't get enough?  This four week class uses games, activities and training tip to introduce participants to safe climbing practices.  Open to ages 8 to 13.

 

Session Dates Time
Session 1 Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 Sat 10 - 11:30am
Session 2 Jan 18, 25, Feb 1, 8 Wed 4:30 - 6pm
Session 3 Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 Sat 10 - 11:30am
Session 4 Feb 15, 22, 29, Mar 7 Wed 4:30 - 6pm
Session 5 March 3, 10, 17, 24 Sat 10 - 11:30am
Session 6 April 14, 21, 28, May 5 Sat 10 - 11:30am
Session 7 May 2, 9, 16, 23 Wed 4:30 - 6pm

Cost: $50.00 per climber; $40 for current DRG members

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FAMILY CLIMBING

 All participants will receive instruction on safety, climbing technique, and use of equipment.  Parents and children over the age of 12 will be taught belay skills.  There must be one parent for every two children.  Ages 6 and older.

  

 Session Dates Time
Session 1 Jan 13, 20, 27 Fri 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Session 2 Feb 10, 17, 24 Fri 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Session 3 March 9, 16, 23 Fri 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Session 4 April 13, 20, 27 Fri 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Session 5 May 4, 11, 18 Fri 6:00PM - 8:00PM

Cost:

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2 family members: $75.00; $60 for current DRG members

3 family members: $90.00; $72 for current DRG members

4 family members: $105.00; $84 for current DRG members

5 family members: $120.00; $96 for current DRG members

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YOUTH CLIMBING CLUB

Youth Climbing Club is designed to take climbers to the next level. Climbers will master foundational safety skills as well as work to improve climbing ability and technique. The climber may then continue in the Club program or progress to the Competitive Team depending on interest and skill level. Ages 6 and up.

 

 

Cost: $55 per month non-member; $44 per month DRG member for ONCE per week

or......$75 per month non-member; $60 per month DRG member for TWICE per week

 

Practice: Monday and/or Thursday from 6:00-7:30pm.

 

*Preregistration REQUIRED. Sorry, no walk-ins.

 

**Prerequisite: DRG summer camp, Kids Climb, Youth Climb, Family Climb or Instructor Permission.

 

 

 

 

 

DRG COMPETITIVE CLIMBING TEAM

Climbing Team is designed for climbers who wish to pursue climbing as a competitive sport. Climbers will train twice per week as well as attend competitions on weekends for ranking in USA Climbing league. Ages 9 and up.

 

Cost: $ 125 per month non-member; $90 per month DRG member

 

Bouldering Season Sept - Feb

 

Practice: Wednesday and Sunday from 6-8pm

 

Prerequisite: Instructor permission or try-out required for participation.

 

**All comp fees, league fees and travel to be provided by climbers.

 

 

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