Youth Programs
These programs are designed to help kids have fun while learning more about rock climbing. Our experienced instructors love working with kids and ensure that everyone has a good time regardless of their skill level. The school programs are a great way for students of all ages to gain confidence and team building skills. We can accommodate groups of all sizes and have several packages tailored to your individual needs.
Drop-In Climbing
Cliffhanger provides a drop-in climbing program for individuals of all ages who wish to experience the thrill of indoor climbing! Our experienced staff will ensure you have an enjoyable climbing experience.
Kids’ Belay Session
A two hour climbing session especially for kids. Our experienced staff will handle all the technical rope work while kids scale our 40 foot walls as much and as high as they want. All the necessary equipment is included. One experienced Cliffhanger staff member for every four climbers.
Vertical Birthdays
Our beautiful, bright new party room is the perfect place to plan your next party! On the climbing floor, our experienced staff will handle all the technical rope work while you and your friends scale the walls as often and as high as you want!
Junior Climbing Program
Cliffhanger Richmond’s Junior Climbing Program is designed for kids ages 9 to 17. This fun and informative program is taught by experienced coaches and covers climbing technique, movement skills, site safety and more!
Participants may enroll for 1 or 2 days per week. There is no prior climbing experience required!
2012 March Break 1/2 Day Climbing Camps
Kidrock Climbing Camps offer young climbers the opportunity to cultivate their interest of climbing into a lifetime of adventure. Our courses cover the proper use of climbing safety equipment, belaying and knot tying. Completion of the Kidrock Climbing Camp gives your child a firm grounding in the core principles of indoor rock climbing.
School Group Intro Course
This is an excellent two hour instructional climbing course designed for the absolute beginner. You will learn basic knots and belaying skills. We review some of the basic climbing equipment that the student will be using. Popular with PE and Outdoor Clubs. Includes Introductory Course and Belay Test (two scheduled visits).
“Just Climbing” School Group Session
Our most popular school program! This two hour session is for school groups who just want to come in and try climbing. Our experienced staff will handle all the technical rope work while you and your group focus on making it to the top. No experience required!
“Just Climbing” school sessions are suitable for all ages. We have hosted groups from elementary schools, secondary schools, and alternative education centers!