Our Basecamp program is a weekly program for youth interested in learning basic climbing technique under the guidance of a coach. This program is best suited for children with some climbing experience, either through our drop-in programs, camps or Adventure Series. For athletes with no climbing experience, we require a drop-in assessment with a coach to determine if Basecamp is a good fit for your child.

DAYS + TIMES

1-Day Basecamp:

• Friday
• 3:30pm – 5:00pm

2-Day Basecamp

• Monday/Wednesday
• 3:30pm – 5:00pm
• Tuesday/Thursday
• 3:30pm – 5:00pm

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 7-10 yrs
• Must either, first have completed Adventure Series, have a recommendation from one of our coaches, or schedule a drop-in assessment to figure out if this program is suitable for your child.

PRICE

• 1-Day Basecamp $170/month
• 2-Day Basecamp $270/month

INCLUDES

• Athlete membership to all Mesa Rim facilities
• Rental gear for 60 days
• Free belay lesson for one parent
• One discounted gym membership for parent
• One athlete jersey per season (must be worn to all practices)

Ascent is a weekly program that gives athletes the opportunity to explore climbing in a low stakes environment. This program is for athletes who strive to improve their skills. They are not required to compete, but are encouraged to be curious and are given opportunities to learn more. Athletes are placed in Ascent by coach recommendation, assessments and tryouts.

DAYS + TIMES

• Monday/Wednesday
  • 4:00pm – 6:00pm (2 day)
• Tuesday/Thursday
  • 4:00pm – 6:00pm (2 day)
• Friday
  • 4:00pm – 6:00pm (1 day)

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 11-14 yrs
• Must either, first have completed Adventure Series, have a recommendation from one of our coaches, or schedule a drop-in assessment to figure out if this program is suitable for your child.

PRICE

• $299 per month (2-Day Offering)
• $185 per month (Fridays Only)

INCLUDES

• Athlete membership to all Mesa Rim facilities in San Diego
• Rental gear for 60 days
• Free belay lesson for one parent
• One discounted gym membership for parent/guardian
• Team and Practice jerseys
• Discounts to Academy training clinics and mock comps

The Vertical team is intended for intermediate/advanced climbers looking to explore the competitive climbing world. This introductory competitive team will teach climbers how to compete at USA Climbing competitions. It will also focus on introducing climbers to proper training strategies and techniques to help further their climbing with other like-minded individuals. This team fosters a fun and supportive environment, through the challenge of competition.

DAYS + TIMES:

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 8 – 18 yrs
• Must tryout and be invited by the Head Coach
• Must compete in USAC sanctioned competitions
  

PRICE: $300 per month + additional competition fees

Summit is San Diego’s premier youth climbing team for climbers ages 9-18. This program supports athletes competing in USA Climbing events in bouldering, sport climbing and speed climbing. Coaches provide athletes with a challenging but supportive environment to pursue their climbing goals through competition-specific coaching, individualized training plans and mental training education. This program is by coach invitation only.

DAYS + TIMES

• Monday/Wednesday/Thursday
  • 4:00pm – 6:00pm (ages 9-11)
  • 5:30pm – 8:30pm (ages 11-18)

REQUIREMENTS

• Must compete in at least one discipline (bouldering, sport or speed)
• Must have their own gear
• Coach invitation only

PRICE

• $460/month
• $410/month (B Summit)

INCLUDES

• Athlete membership to all Mesa Rim facilities
• Free belay lesson for one parent
• One discounted gym membership for parent
• Team and Practice jerseys
• Discounts to Academy training clinics and mock comps