YOUTH PROGRAMS

For kids 8 years old to 19 years old, the Youth Climbing Team is the most intense of our Youth Programs, helping kids to train for competitive climbing.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Climbing is a GREAT way for a child to gain confidence. From the first time we put your child into a harness, we guide them on a path that is effective, fun and rewarding. We employ people who believe in helping kids achieve their dreams and view each class as a child’s stepping stone. After all, the most basic definition of climbing is upward movement.

Climbing is an individual sport that allows students to grow at their own pace. Our programs cater to each individual’s needs and are taught in a highly supportive group environment. Any level of climber will be challenged but not overwhelmed. We offer a variety of programs for all ages, skills, and physical capabilities. Many of the best climbers in the world started when they were kids- when it’s all about fun.

Youth Climbing Team

For kids 8 years old to 19 years old, the Youth Climbing Team is the most intense of our Youth Programs, helping kids to train for competitive climbing. The team practices year-round, and meets Monday-Thursday from 4:30 pm- 7:30 pm, but the climbers are only required to be at 3 practices every two weeks. This allows for flexibility in family scheduling. Kids can try out to join the team twice a year. They complete one session of our Climbing Club to be eligible to try out for our Youth Team. Competitions begin at the local level and progress through Regionals, Divisionals, and Nationals.

Information & Schedule

 At the beginning of each Fall season, The Edge will hold try-outs for all climbers interested in joining the team. If they are unable to make tryouts, please reach out to coaching@theedgerockgym.com.

Youth Climbers must have their own personal climbing gear, including climbing shoes, a climbing harness, a chalk bag, and chalk. All team members enjoy a flat 20% off in our Pro-Shop and higher discounts for select suppliers.

Open to all kids who want to take it to the next level. Visit www.usaclimbing.org for more information about the organization.

Non-Members: $150 / month
Members: $140 / month

For more information, please contact our Head Coach, Lauren: coaching@theedgerockgym.com

Home School Climbing Club (hsCC)

The Home School Climbing Club is a four-week program for kids 6 and older who want to be involved in structured extracurricular climbing. If your child has free time in the afternoon, this is the club for them! Each student will get experience with auto-belays, top rope, and bouldering! HSCC allows your child to learn everything they will need to know about the different disciplines of climbing while being instructed by our youth team coaches!

Information & Schedule
  • This program is capped at 10 students per cycle.
  • A minimum of three climbers are required for HSCC to run.
  • Students must be 6 or older to sign up.
  • Cost: $150.00 per child.
  • 2-hour program every Monday and Wednesday afternoon from 11 am – 1 pm.
  • Please talk to the front desk to sign up for HSCC.
  • Only takes place while Duval County Schools are in session. HSCC will not meet during Winter/Spring Break, Major Holidays, as well as Competition Prep Weeks. For any four-week period where this might occur, the total price will be equal to ((Total Price ÷ 8 normal class days) x (remaining normal class days)).

Fall 2025 Schedule:
September 1- September 24
October 6- October 28
December 1- December 17 (3 week session, 25% off)

Spring 2026 Schedule:
January 5- January 29
February 4- February 25
April 6- April 29
May 4- May 27

Note to parents: While parents are allowed to drop off their children for the club, parents are required to be punctual in pick-up and drop-off times. The CC is not a babysitting service.

After School Climbing Club (ASCC)

For kids 6 and older, the After School Climbing Club is a four-week program geared towards kids who want to be involved in a structured extracurricular climbing program. Kids who fully complete a four-week ASCC session will qualify for the climbing team and have new climbing privileges (self-clipping auto-belays and bouldering with parent supervision). All kids are welcome to sign up for the ASCC across multiple months, and will only benefit from the continued exposure to climbing!

Information & Schedule
  • This program is capped at 10 students per cycle.
  • A minimum of three climbers are required for HSCC to run.
  • Cost per child: $150 / month.
  • 2-hour program every Tuesday and Thursday evening 5 pm – 7 pm.
  • Please talk to the front desk to sign up for ASCC.
  • Only takes place while Duval County Schools are in Session. ASCC will not meet during Winter/Spring Break, Major Holidays, as well as Competition Prep Weeks. For any four-week period where this might occur, the total price will be equal to ((Total Price ÷ 8 normal class days) x (remaining normal class days)).

Fall 2025 Schedule:
September 2- September 25
October 7- October 30
December 2- December 18 (3 week session, 25% off)

Spring 2026 Schedule:
January 6- January 29
February 3- February 26
April 7- April 30
May 5- May 28

Note to parents: While parents are allowed to drop off their children for the club, parents are required to be punctual during pick-up and drop-off times. The ASCC is not a babysitting service.

SIGNED WAIVER REQUIRED

A Signed Waiver is Required For Everyone to Enter The Climbing Area. Parent / Guardian Must sign for Kids who are Under 18 and send a Photocopy of Drivers License if not accompanying their child.