About Our Youth Programs
Our 6-week after school program is back! Perfect for kids ages 6 - 14 of any skill level - Sign up now for our weekly after school program. This program includes unlimited access to the climbing gym during staffed hours with adult supervision. Kids will learn basic skills and climbing techniques, build community, engage in drills, games, and activities. Our next series starts Monday November 3rd for elementary aged kids and Wednesday November 5th for middle school aged kids and will run until mid December. We do offer after school pick up from Abernathy Elementary School as well!
Another session will run at the beginning of the new year starting Monday, January 5th and Wednesday, January 7th for elementary and middle school aged kids respectively.
To Sign Up:
1. Complete a waiver: (if you are new to Skyhook Bouldering) https://www.waiverking.com/print/53221
2. Click here to sign up and reserve your place in the program.
3. Fill out our after school program registration form.
Session One
Mondays (Starts 11/3) Ages 6 - 10 | 2:30pm pick up for Abernathy | Class 3pm - 4pm
Wednesdays (Starts 11/5) Ages 10 - 14 | Class : 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Session Two
Mondays (Starts 1/5/26) Ages 6 - 10 | 2:30pm pick up for Abernathy | Class 3pm - 4pm
Wednesdays (Starts 1/7/26) Ages 10 - 14 | Class : 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Programs FAQ
How does my kid join one of these programs?
Use the link above, if the classes are full, click here to be added to our waitlist. You do this by purchasing a $40 spot holder, and then once a spot opens in the day and time you are looking to sign up for, you will be notified and added in to the program.
How long do these programs last?
Our cycle is currently 6 weeks, with new information being covered for our returning athletes. Small classes like this result in your child getting lots of 1 on 1 instruction from our coach.
What kind of activities will my child do? What will they learn?
Our youth programs are designed to teach children the foundations of climbing safety, ettiquette and build foundational techniques for climbing. Students will completes games and activities that teach them core skills, engage in fun drills that build strength and better movement quality, all while making friends and building community with their classmates.
What should my child bring to class?
When attending practice, your child will need climbing shoes, whether their own or rented (included in class), chalk if they’d like to use it, a water bottle, snack, and a willingness to try hard and have fun!
Refunds, Cancellations and Transfers
Refunds are are not currently offered on youth programs, so please talk to all parties in your household prior to signing up, as we don't want to take a space from someone else who will sign up. Transfers may be accommodated if there is space in the other class. For any cancellation questions, or transfer requests, please reach out to Climb@skyhookbouldering.com
Missed Practices
Generally, missed practices can not be made up. If Skyhook must cancel practice, we will offer a makeup class or offer a refund for that day of class. For extenuating circumstances, please reach out to Climb@skyhookbouldering.com
Read this if you dont like kids.
We knew making the decision to add youth programs would not make everyone happy. No one likes climbing when there are kids running under them, screaming, and making the gym feel more like a playground than their favorite training spot. The good news is, that is not what youth programs are at Skyhook Bouldering.
Our commitment to our members, both those who are in the youth program, and those who are just adults who want to climb, is the same. Skyhook is the gym for you. Coaching kids is an art, and when done well, the space can be welcoming for both groups. We start every class with a reminder of safety, and a re-setting of the expectations for appropriate behavior. When we see inappropriate behavior, we correct it. We have a five step behavioral intervention plan, that when followed is incredibly successful for making the gym a positive space for everyone.
If you see something and we don't catch it, something has gone very wrong, and we want you to let us know. We decreased class size and the length of the classes to make sure that kids receive excellent coaching, and that classes are much more manageable for our coaches. This way, we can ensure that everyone is having a great time. In addition, with a set schedule, the classes will be at the same time each week, and you know what to expect when you come in at 3pm.