Have a child that is interested in climbing? Why not sign up for one of our kids programs. See information below for program dates and prices.
Overview
The Edge is committed to providing a high-level instructional progression for young climbers. From exploring the sport in Geckos to competing nationally and internationally with our Competitive Team, we strive to provide programming for every child at every level of development.
Philosophy
Our philosophy has remained constant throughout the 18 year history of our facility. We believe that physical pursuits provide a great atmosphere for young people to learn about life skills such as: discipline, dedication, dealing with success and failure, goal setting and self-discovery. We encourage each athlete to take responsibility for his/her learning and performance. All of our programs follow logical teaching progressions that allows for all athletes to improve at their own pace.
Our programs are designed and delivered by a dedicated coaching staff including several past National Champions. The Edge’s Youth Programs director is Andrew Wilson, 9-time National Youth Team Coach and ACMG Level 3 Instructor.
Camp Gecko
Price: $115.00 inc gst
Ages: 6-8
Come to the camp that reaches new heights!
These 3-day versions of our popular Geckos program are offered during Spring Break and all Summer.
3 days/ 2 hours per day
Please Note: Camp Gecko participants do not learn to belay.
Geckos combines climbing, bouldering, and camp style games and activities with climbing themes. The goal of the Geckos program is to introduce climbers to the sport and teach basic concepts without too much structure to interfere with natural curiosity and exploration. Instructors help facilitate this exploration by creating individual objectives for each participant. Geckos can be taken more than once without being too repetitive.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Participants do not learn to belay in Geckos.
Course ID
Date(s)
Times
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#0410
Apr 10,Apr 17,May 01,May 08
9:00am-10:15am
#0410
Apr 10,Apr 17,May 01,May 08
10:30am-Noon
Spiders 101 Camp
Price: $135 inc gst
This is our popular Spiders 101 program in a camp format.
Athletes learn all the essentials of the Top-Rope Safety system (belaying) in this 3-day course. Instruction is balanced with climbing and other fun activities to keep it interesting.
Age: 9-12 yrs. old.
Pre-requisites: NONE.
Course ID
Date(s)
Times
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#0309
Mar 09,Mar 10,Mar 11
9:30am-12:30pm
Spiders 101
Price: $135.00 inc. GST (includes equipment, climbing passes and coaching fees)
Ages: 9-12 years.
PRE-REQUISITES: NONE
As of September 20th/2009 Spiders 101 will be changing to include belay instruction. This 6 week course will now cover all aspects of the safety system.
Spiders 101 also introduces young climbers to the structure and basic movement skills that are the foundation for all future Edge Youth Programming including our competition climbing team.
* The course fees do not include climbing pass for hours outside the class.
Continues where Spiders 101 leaves off. Spiders 201 still has a primary emphasis on fun and learning.
Curriculum: climbing movement skills, movement preparation drills and conditioning, basic training program models including athlete and coach responsibilities.
* The course fees do not include climbing pass for hours outside the class.
Course ID
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Times
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#0316
Mar 16,Mar 23,Mar 30,Apr 06,Apr 13,Apr 20
5:30pm-7:00pm
Spiders 301
Price: *$195.00 inc gst
Ages: 9-13 years.
Pre-Requisites: Completion of Spiders 101, 201 and Approval of Instructional Staff
Spiders 301 is the introduction to more advanced training and climbing skills. The focus shifts slightly in this program requiring athletes to be more concentrated on learning and performance.
Curriculum: Movement Skills, Postural Preparation, Basic Competition format, rules and strategies.
* The course fees do not include climbing pass for hours outside the class.
Phone us for course dates.
Spiders Drop-In
Price: Regular youth day pass price, plus gear rentals.
Ages: 9-13 years.
Pre-requisite: Kid Rock Belay Course or Camp. Participants MUST know how to belay.
Spiders Drop-In is intended for climbers of all experience and ability levels provided they know how to belay. Instructors facilitate introductions and provided some structure to the program. This is a good option for athletes who wish to weigh their options between levels or who are waiting for the next session to begin. It is also intended for Spiders and Comp 1 members who are looking for an extra day of climbing.
Phone us for course dates.
Teen Intro
Price: $59 inc. gst
For Teens who are new to climbing and want to learn to belay.
Runs at the same time as our Adult Intro. Teens are taught using slightly modified equipment specially designed for younger/lighter belayers.
Please book through our Adult Intro page.
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The Edge Youth Team is a community of athletes, coaches, parents and climbers who share the passion for climbing and personal improvement. This community exists in a unique environmemt of positivity, support and comdaraderie. In a culture where many youth sports place too much emphasis on winning and competition, competition climbing has an incredible atmosphere for personal development and discovery. Come watch a climbing competition and see for yourself!
ALL TEAM PROGRAMS (including Spiders 301) REQUIRE INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL BEFORE REGISTERING.
Competitive
Price: Please call for prices.
Ages: 9-19 years.
The Edge Youth Team has produced over 50 National Youth Champions over the past 14 years. The Edge produces about half of the Canadian Youth Competition Climbing Team every season. The team head coach is Andrew Wilson, Canadian Youth National team head coach of 12 years and the assistant coaches include several past and current Adult National Team members.
Edge athletes have placed in the top 15 at the annual Youth World Championships including 5-time Youth World Champion Sean McColl. Edge athletes have represented Canada throughout Europe and North America.
The Edge's competitive program is intense, but has a uniquely supportive atmosphere. The 9-month season is split into 12-week sessions: Fall, Winter and Spring. Edge Youth Team members compete at local and regional events throughout the year and the season culminates with the Youth National Championships, and for those who qualify, the Youth World's.
Athletes can choose to participate in 1,2, or all 3 sessions.
ALL LEVELS OF THE EDGE YOUTH TEAM ARE BY INVITATION ONLY. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, CONTACT ANDREW WILSON THROUGH THE FRONT DESK.
