Climbing is a beautiful sport that opens doors to a lifetime of fun, friendship, and fitness. Introduce your kids to this world through one of our programs.
clubs
Join a club!
Climbing Club is the perfect place for kids to start climbing and being a part of the VITAL community. Coaches will lead them through activities aimed at learning climbing fundamentals. Our goal is to facilitate kids having a structured and fun introduction to climbing!
Please reach out to paul@vitalclimbinggym.com with any questions.
schedule
Fall Season: September 8 - December 18
AFTERSCHOOL CLUB (Ages 6 - 10)
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays | 3:00 - 4:15pm
pricing
3 days per week:
$285 per month + $50 registration fee
2 days per week:
$230 per month + $50 registration fee
1 day per week:
$160 per month + $50 registration fee
*Afterschool Club is a full season commitment, billed monthly. Cost includes price of a membership. When registering, please choose which day(s) you plan to attend.
Afterschool Club
Our Afterschool Club is the perfect place for kids to start climbing and being a part of the VITAL community. Coaches will lead them through activities and games aimed at learning climbing fundamentals and building confidence on and off the wall. Our goal is to facilitate kids finding a comforting and creative place where they can burn off some energy.
Dropoff is between 3:00 - 3:15pm, we will have a coach stationed near the front desk to greet kiddos during that window.
Ages 6 - 10
*Climbing shoes recommended but not required, rental shoes are not included in the monthly price.
Fall registration is now open. Please email paul@vitalclimbinggym.com with any questions.
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TEAMS
Be part of the team
VITAL's Youth Programs stand for more than just climbing hard; we are inspired by family, friends, and community. Climbing is as mentally and emotionally challenging as it is physically; it requires trust, dedication, and patience. Our goal is to facilitate growth, skill, and camaraderie.
For any questions, please contact paul@vitalclimbinggym.com.
SCHEDULE
Fall Season: September 8 - December 18
COMPETITION TEAM (Ages 9 - 18)
Mondays & Wednesdays | 6:15 - 8:15pm
RECREATIONAL (Ages 9 - 16)
Youth: Mondays & Wednesdays | 4:30 - 6:00pm
Teen Rec will not be offered in the Fall, check back in the Winter!
PRICING
Recreational Team
$240/month + $50 registration fee
Competition Team
$350/month + $50 registration fee
*Team (Rec & Comp) is a full season commitment, billed monthly. Cost includes price of membership.
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Our Recreational Teams are designed for experienced climbers with the goal of improving strength and technique. Practices follow a weekly topic such as power endurance or dynamic movement to become more technically savvy climbers. This program is designed as a social space to climb hard.
Youth Rec: Ages 9 - 12
Teen Rec: Ages 13 - 18
*Prior climbing experience is recommended
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Our Competition Team is for climbers intending to compete in the USAC Bouldering season. Practices will be more rigorous than Recreational Team, and will be tailored to the specific skills needed for competition climbing. Members of the competition team must compete at two regional competitions (most are located in Seattle). Coaches cannot provide transportation, but carpooling is arrangeable. We will not be competing in the USAC Rope season. The competition team is invite only, please email paul@vitalclimbinggym.com to discuss joining the team.
Ages 10+
USAC Membership Pricing:For those interested in moving on to Regionals, Divisionals, Nationals: $105
For those interested in regional qualifiers (upgradeable to above membership): $30
Competition registration fees: $TBD
Youth Rec is sold out, please email Paul to get on the waitlist. Please email paul@vitalclimbinggym.com with any questions.
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Clinics
LEARN TO CLIMB
Our kids clinics are a great stepping stone into the world of rock climbing - perfect for those who have never climbed before or are very new to climbing! Kids Clinics are offered for kids ages 5 - 12. All levels welcome. Clinics may be repeated.
Please reach out to tess@vitalclimbinggym.com with any questions or concerns.
TOPICS
RISK MITIGATION
TECHNIQUE
CLIMBING TERMS
ETIQUETTE
ROUTE READING
GAMES
PRICING
$42, includes shoe rental
Registration is available 14 days in advance, cancellations can be made with 2 days notice.
No drop-ins, please!
schedule
Alternating age groups weekly
Tuesdays | 4:00 - 5:00pm
summer CAMp
SPEND summer BREAK CLIMBING
Our camps are perfect for kids to enjoy the adventure of climbing in a supportive and fun setting. Kids will gain climbing skills, play games, and make new friends. Our camps feature a 4:1 camper to coach ratio so everyone gets plenty of individualized instruction!
Open to kids ages 6-10 years old. All levels welcome.
Please email paul@vitalclimbinggym.com with any questions!
INCLUDES
Instruction in climbing, slack-lining, and yoga
Games, crafting, & outdoor activities (weather permitting)
Shoe and chalk rentals
Pricing
$420 per session, includes rental shoes, chalk, and a camp tee!
sessions
Summer camps are 4 days long, Monday through Thursday, 9am - 3pm.
2027 Sessions will be announced early 2027.
Summer Camp 2026 has concluded, see you next year! Follow us on Instagram for updates.
PARTIES
LET’S THROW A PARTY!
Make this birthday a memorable one! Kids are natural-born climbers and we are here to help them embrace this passion! We are able to accommodate up to 12 climbers, so bring your friends! Climbers must be 7 or more years old.
Reach out to tess@vitalclimbinggym.com to coordinate a birthday party!
INCLUDES
Two hours of climbing
Rental shoes
Free espresso or tea for the parents
Party hosts to keep things fun and risk reduction
Private party room
Plates, napkins, cups, etc.
A great place for a party!
PRICING
Up to 7 climbers: $400
8 - 12 climbers: $450
Group usage of gym punch cards is not permitted.
Head to our groups page to learn more about corporate team building & adult groups.