Friday, November 7 – Monday, November 10, 2008

The Banff Centre Climbing Gym is excited to announce their second annual Youth Climbing Conference. Hosted by the Banff Junior Climbing Team and in conjunction with the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festivals, this conference will provide young climbers the opportunity to access professionals in the fields of:

• Sport Psychology (preparing the mind so the body can perform in peak performance, etc.)
• Sports Nutrition (proper daily nutrition to reach best potential, etc.)
• Yoga (breathing, centering the body and mind for optimal performance, etc.)
• Physiotherapy (injury prevention, stretching, etc.)

We are also pleased to announce several climbing sessions will be provided focusing on techniques and methods meant to assist competition climbers in reaching their full potential.

Program topics in the climbing gym will include:

• footwork
  
• joint angle specificity
  
• core stability
  
• sequencing
  
• lead climbing skills
  
• recovery & rest between climbing exercises and on route and more!

Each climber will have an opportunity to work with three or more coaches in both group and individual settings. Also included will be a small competition on Monday afternoon.

Other opportunities will include use of the swimming pool, gymnasium, and weight room (for those old enough).

Although the schedule over the four days will be finalized closer to the date, here are some particulars to look forward to:

• Friday, November 7
  7 p.m. – Registration and sign-in
  Welcome to the conference
  
• Saturday, November 8
  9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (with a lunch break) – Seminar and climbing sessions
• Sunday, November 9
  9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (with lunch break) – Seminar and climbing sessions and Judging seminar for parents
• Monday, November 10
  9 a.m. - 5 p.m. – Climbing competition (parents to judge)
  5 p.m. - 6 p.m. – Wrap-up

Costs

$225 / climber
$190 / climber in a family of 2 or more climbers

$5 + GST / parent for the judging seminar

Registration Deadline

Thursday, October 16, 2008

Registration Numbers

Minimum: 20 climbers
Maximum: 30 climbers

Note: If we do not meet our program minimum by the deadline (October 16), we reserve the right to alter program content and/or schedule, or cancel the program.

To register, contact

Scott Harrison, Climbing Coordinator
The Banff Centre Climbing Gym
Telephone: 403.762.7545
Email: scott_harrison@banffcentre.ca

MORE DETAILS COMING SOON!