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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 15 yr 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.
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Price: $105.00 inc GST (includes equipment, climbing passes and coaching fees)
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.
Ages: 6 - 8 y/o
IMPORTANT NOTE: Participants do not learn to belay in Geckos.
*** Summer Gecko price is $115.00
| Course ID |
Date(s) |
Times |
| #0729 | Jul 29,Jul 30,Jul 31 | 9:30am - 11:30am |
| #0805 | Aug 05,Aug 06,Aug 07 | 9:30am - 11:30am |
| #0812 | Aug 12,Aug 13,Aug 14 | 9:30am - 11:30am |
| #0819 | Aug 19,Aug 20,Aug 21 | 9:30am - 11:30am |
| #1004 | Oct 04,Oct 18,Oct 25,Nov 01 | 9:00am-10:15am |
| #1007 | Oct 07,Oct 14,Oct 21,Oct 28 | 4:00pm-5:15pm |
| #1122 | Nov 22,Nov 29,Dec 06,Dec 13 | 10:30am-11:45am |
| #1125 | Nov 25,Dec 02,Dec 09,Dec 16 | 5:30pm-6:45pm |
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Price: $95.00 (includes all equipment)
Kidrock has been overhauled to create a smoother transition in to our Spiders courses!
As the name implies, this course is for young climbers ready to make the growth into the Edge's more advanced youth programs.
Kidrock metamorphosis teaches students to be self-sufficient
with personal climbing equipment, knot tying, the top-rope belay system
and gym safety.
The course is 2 hours each week for 2 consecutive weeks. Plus! We cover the cost of one Spiders Drop-In in the 3rd week.
Age: 9 - 11 y/o
4:1 student:instructor ratio.
*** Summer Kid Rock is $135.00
| Course ID |
Date(s) |
Times |
| #0729 | Jul 29,Jul 30,Jul 31 | 9:30am - 12:30pm |
| #0805 | Aug 05,Aug 06,Aug 07 | 9:30am - 12:30pm |
| #0812 | Aug 12,Aug 13,Aug 14 | 9:30am - 12:30pm |
| #0819 | Aug 19,Aug 20,Aug 21 | 9:30am - 12:30pm |
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Price: $115.00 inc GST
Pre-Requisites: Completion of Kidrock Belay Course or Camp or equivalent belay skills
The first level of our instructional programming. It has a
primary emphasis on fun and developing passion for climbing.
Curriculum: safety/injury prevention skills, basic movement skills,
movement preparation drills and conditioning, climbing terminology,
body awareness.
Please note that in the summer camps, the skills of Spiders 101 and 201 are combined.
| Course ID |
Date(s) |
Times |
| #0729 | Jul 29,Jul 30,Jul 31 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| #0805 | Aug 05,Aug 06,Aug 07 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| #0812 | Aug 12,Aug 13,Aug 14 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| #0819 | Aug 19,Aug 20,Aug 21 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
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Price: $135.00 inc. GST (includes equipment, climbing passes and coaching fees)
Pre-Requisites: Completion of Kidrock Belay Course or Camp or equivalent belay skills
The first level of our instructional programming. It has a
primary emphasis on fun and developing passion for climbing.
Curriculum: safety/injury prevention skills, basic movement skills,
movement preparation drills and conditioning, climbing terminology,
body awareness.
| Course ID |
Date(s) |
Times |
| #1007 | Oct 07,Oct 14,Oct 21,Oct 28,Nov 04,Nov 18 | 5:30pm-7:00pm |
| #1108 | Nov 08,Nov 15,Nov 22,Nov 29,Dec 06,Dec 13 | 9:00am-10:30am |
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Price: Cost: $135.00 inc GST (includes equipment, climbing passes and coaching fees)
Pre-Requisites: Completion of Spiders 101 and Approval of Instructional Staff
Continues where Spiders 101 leaves off. Spiders 201 still has a primary emphasis on fun and learning.
Curriculum: climbing movement skills, competition formats and
rules, movement preparation drills and conditioning, basic training
program models including athlete and coach responsibilities.
| Course ID |
Date(s) |
Times |
| #1004 | Oct 04,Oct 18,Oct 25,Nov 01,Nov 08,Nov 15 | 10:30am-Noon |
| #1104 | Nov 04,Nov 18,Nov 25,Dec 02,Dec 09,Dec 16 | 4:00pm-5:30pm |
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Price: See Below
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, Conditioning, Goal-setting, Competition preparation and strategy
Phone us for course dates.
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Price: Regular youth day pass price, plus gear rentals.
Pre-requisite: Kid Rock Belay Course or Camp. Participants MUST know how to belay.
Spiders Drop-In is intended for climbers of any 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.
Phone us for course dates.
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Price: Please call for prices.
The Edge Youth Team has produced over 50 National Youth Champions over the past 12 years. The Edge produces about half of the Canadian Youth Competition Climbing Team every season.
Several 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.
ALL LEVELS OF THE EDGE YOUTH TEAM ARE BY INVITATION ONLY. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, CONTACT ANDREW WILSON THROUGH THE FRONT DESK.
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 on the July long weekend each year. Athletes can choose to participate in 1,2, or all 3 sessions. Athletes interested in learning more about the competitive team should contact Andrew directly through the front desk.
Phone us for course dates.
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