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Climbing Gym Programs

Adult Individual Programs  |  Youth Programs 

 

Adult Individual Programs

Adult Climbing

Youth Courses and Programs

 

The Banff Centre Climbing Gym offers courses through Banff Life! Check out the latest course offerings at Banff Life.

 

 

Adult Courses

Adult Training Session

Combining fitness principles with specific on-the-wall training, this program is ideal for the climber stuck inside for the winter season. This 8 week progressive program deals with topics including footwork, body positions and balance, resistance training, flexibility, and climbing drills.

*Participants must have passed the top-rope belay test; it will be an asset, but not necessary, if you can lead climb and belay.
Members: $100 + GST
Non-members: $110 + GST
8 Thursdays, October 16 – December 4
7:30 – 9:30 p.m.

A Taste of Climbing

This is a one time chance designed for the complete beginner to give indoor climbing a try.  An instructor will take care of all the safety aspects while you focus on having fun climbing the walls! 

* Cost includes equipment.
Members:  $5.24 + GST / session
Non-Members:  $14.29 + GST / session
Fridays, Saturdays
Fri 8:00 – 9:00 p.m.; Sat 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
AGES:  16 and up  
*Participants who are 16 – 17 years old must have a waiver signed by their parent to participate.

Learning the Ropes 1

This introductory course is for adults who are interested in learning proper usage of climbing equipment and the basics of climbing communication. After completion of this 2 hour course, you and a partner will be able use the ropes without the supervision of an instructor!

* Cost includes equipment rentals and other perks!    
Members:  $40.00 + GST
Non-Members:  $45.00 + GST            
Mondays, 8:00 – 10:00 p.m.
AGES:  18 and up

Learning the Ropes 2 – Lead Climbing

Step it up a notch and learn how to lead climb!  In this course, you will learn the safety principles of lead belaying and clipping so that you can venture into a new realm of climbing.  Must pass a top-rope belay test prior to registration and climb most top-rope routes in the gym comfortably.

Members:  $60.00 + GST
Non-Members:  $65.00 + GST
Fourth Sunday of each month
2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
AGES:  18 and up

Private Lessons

Are you interested in taking a climbing course at the most optimum time for you?   Or perhaps you are interested in a group activity such as corporate team building, belay sessions, or movement clinics.  Book a session for yourself or your group – we will be happy to arrange a time for you! 
Please call 762-7545 to make arrangements.
Starting at $35.00 + GST / 1st person / hour, plus $10 /each additional person / hour

Youth Courses and Programs 

Funky Monkey Kids

They have energy to burn…so let them! This program is completely supervised by our staff and designed to get your child (ren) to the top of the walls safely.  All safety equipment is provided. Register early!
$12 / session  
Saturdays, Sundays
12:30 – 2:00 p.m.
AGES:  4 and up

Junior Top Rope Climbing Club

Join our after-school climbing club! Youths will learn balance, movement and partnership while keeping their belay skills sharp with practice.  Participants must pass a top-rope belay test before first time registration in this monthly club.  All safety equipment is provided.  
$40.00 / person / month
Wednesdays           
4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
AGES:  9 and up and in Grade 5

Youth Learning The Ropes

This is a pre-requisite to our Junior Top Rope Climbing Club.  Youth will learn proper assemblage and usage of climbing equipment and the basics of climbing communication.
$30.00
First Monday of each month
4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
AGES:  9 – 17

The Banff Centre Junior Climbing Team

If you’d like to join the competitive climbing circuit, join The Banff Centre Junior Climbing Team. You will be guided in climbing based training to develop technique, endurance and power.  Head coach, Chris Neve, has successfully guided the team from beginner levels to confident and successful climbers competing at National Climbing Competitions.   
Please call 762-7545 for information on fees structure, training days and times
AGES:  9 – 19 

Climbing Gym Birthday Parties

Host your child’s next birthday party at The Banff Centre Climbing Gym and make it a sure-fire hit!  Instructors will make sure all safety is taken care of so the kids can concentrate on having an hour and a half of elevated fun!  Please call 762-7545 to book.
$15.00 + GST / participant (4 to 12 participants welcome!) per 1.5 hour session
Saturday, Sunday mornings
AGES:  4 and up
Note: * Parties are booked on a first come, first served basis.

 

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