ELEMENTS
G1’s Elements is an 8-week program for kids and teens who are new or solidifying their basics in rock climbing.
Climbers will learn introductory climbing technique, safety checks, mental fortitude, and good gym etiquette through fun, hands-on instruction, activities, and games in a supportive group environment. Climbers will leave the Elements program ready to tackle new challenges on the wall and climb to new heights!
Ages 6 to 10 – Saturdays 9:15 AM – 10:45 AM
Ages 8 to 12 – Saturdays 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Ages 11 to 16 – Thursdays 4:45 PM – 6:15 PM
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Foundations
G1’s Foundations program is the best fit for climbers that want to push themselves and show an interest in learning beyond the basics of rock climbing. Tying a figure 8 knot, climbing gym etiquette, and movement basics will be reviewed with all climbers. As the class progresses, lessons will cover more in-depth ideas including specific climbing mechanics, advanced footwork techniques, mobility training, as well as a mind-body connection. This program is perfect for the intermediate level climber who is looking to continue honing their climbing skills and develop more advanced movement.
Ages 6-8 meet once a week for a 1.5-hour class.
Ages 8-10, 10-12, & 12-16 meet once a week for a 2-hour class.
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Pre-Comp
G1’s Pre-Comp team is your climbers first step towards competitive rock climbing! This class will introduce climbers to the competitive side of our sport with a curriculum similar to the one used for our competitive program. This program is designed for the intermediate level climber who is looking to work towards more advanced climbing skills, a higher group commitment level, and to compete in their first competition!
Children must be recommended for this program by a G1 coach in order to enroll.
Homeschool Team
G1’s Homeschool program is a great place for your child to explore rock climbing, learn the fundamentals, or continue to develop their climbing skills in a supportive environment! Our curriculum includes all instruction needed for climbers to feel confident in their abilities and trust in their peers.
This offering is available on Friday from 2 PM – 4 PM.
Climbing has many benefits and provides necessary skills for children, specifically:
- Demonstrating competency in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.
- Applying movement concepts, principles, strategies, and tactics specific to learning and performing physical activities.
- Demonstrating the knowledge and skills to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness.
- Participating in and understanding the benefits of regular physical activity.
- Exhibiting responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others.
- Potential for ~96 hours of Phys. Ed. homeschool credit per year.
Climbing teams provide young athletes with a strong, process-oriented community that values personal growth, embraces learning opportunities, and rewards hard work and commitment.
Private Instruction
At G1 we offer 1-on-1 lessons based on coach availability. If your climber is looking to pinpoint specific areas of growth based on their goals, this is a great opportunity to work with one of our highly trained coaches. Together we will discover the best way for your climber to succeed!
Please contact youthprograms@g1climbing.com with private lesson inquiries.
