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Kids & Teens Summer Rock Climbing Day Camp!

Kid Rock Climber*3 Days of Climbing Instruction – 4 Hours Per Day
*All Gear Included
*Supportive, Expert, Certified Guides
*Fully Insured and Permitted Climbing School – Don’t Settle For Less!

This camp is designed for those kids ages 8-12 who want to experience the thrill of outdoor rock climbing. Each half-day (4-hour) class will be held at Castle Rock State Park in the Los Gatos/Santa Cruz Hills. No previous experience is necessary and advanced coaching is also available for kids that have climbed before.

Looking for a Teen program? Check out our Summer Teen Climbing Team.

*3-Day Camp Cost: $299 per child

Dates Offered:
June 10-12, 2024 – 9am-1pm
June 24-26, 2024 – 9am-1pm
July 8-10, 2024 – 9am-1pm
July 22-24, 2024 – 9am-1pm

We will begin with low ropes trust games to get the kid’s acquainted with each other and with the importance of communication while climbing. Our expert climbing instructors will teach your child basic rock climbing safety, top rope climbing knots, climbing commands, basic top roping techniques, rope management and an overview of the climbing rating system, and of course get them on a lot of climbs.

Once up on the rocks, your child will have the thrill of a lifetime as they climb straight up the side of a cliff – but with modern rock climbing gear, there is no danger! Fully roped in, they will be able to take risks and test their abilities in a safe and controlled environment. Not only is this a great physical workout, but also an excellent leadership and confidence building activity for people of all ages.

Our adventurous instructors are fully Trained Professionals, with CPR, First-Aid, and Wilderness First Responder Certifications – Senior Instructors are AMGA Top Rope certified. Not only do we teach your child safe climbing skills, we will teach them important environmental awareness skills. We will have lunch out on the rock.

Dates Offered:
June 10-12, 2024 – 9am-1pm
June 24-26, 2024 – 9am-1pm
July 8-10, 2024 – 9am-1pm
July 22-24, 2024 – 9am-1pm

Directions? Details?
The camp meets at Castle Rock State Park at 15451 Skyline Blvd, Los Gatos, CA – approximately 2.25 miles south of the Hwy 9 and Hwy 35 intersection (on Hwy 35 / Skyline Blvd). Directions, maps, recommended packing lists, and other details will all be provided upon registration.

Castle Rock: Frequently Asked Questions

Your child’s camp includes:
3 half-days of climbing. All gear is included – climbing harness, climbing shoes, and all the necessary gear to rig a top rope (carabiners, ropes, webbing, cord, belay devices, etc).

Your child’s packing list:
We provide all the equipment for this climbing adventure! Just bring appropriate outdoor clothing, sunscreen, hat, lunch/snack, and water.

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