Get kids climbing! We have programs for new and experienced climbers ages 6 and up, as well as private training and parties available for ages 5 and up!
Age requirements
(FOR GYM USE OUTSIDE OF YOUTH PROGRAMS)
Must be age 5+ to climb at VITAL Brooklyn
Ages 5-7 must have a 1:1 chaperone ratio
Ages 7-12 must have a 2:1 chaperone ratio
Ages 13-15 must have an adult present in the gym
Ages 16+ may use the gym during public hours without adult supervision
Please read our FAQs about children and risk management before planning your visit!
TEAMS
Be part of the team
The climbing team is a great way for youth climbers to grow under the guidance of experienced coaches. Climbing requires trust, dedication, and patience. Our coaches start from these principles in order to develop technique, strength, and character. We focus on building not only great climbers but great people as well.
All team members receive a full gym membership, 1-3 practices a week with experienced climbing coaches, two team shirts, shoe rentals, coach support during competitions, and optional climbing trips and field trips.
Recreational and competitive teams for all skill levels are available for climbers ages 8-18.
Interested in joining the team or have questions? Email our Head Coach at adalea@vitalclimbinggym.com.
Schedule
Try Outs:
Recreational and Competitive Team
September 7th, 2024
Season Sessions:
September - December
January - June
Off Season Session:
July - August
Recreational Team
Ages 8-14
Choose 1-2 days a week
Mondays and Wednesdays
Junior Competitive Team
Ages 8-14
Choose 1 Recreational and 1 Competitive Team practice day a week
Competitive Team
Ages 9-18
Choose 2-3 days a week
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and/or Saturdays
Pricing
Recreational Team
1 practice/week: $275 plus tax
2 practices/week: $400 plus tax
Junior Competitive Team
2 practices/week: $425 plus tax
Competitive Team
2 practices/week: $470 plus tax
3 practices/week: $545 plus tax
The recreational team is a 3-month commitment and comes with a full VITAL membership. The competitive team is a year-long commitment and comes with a full VITAL membership.
Prices listed are per month.
Sibling discounts are available for up to two additional family members.
Bouldering
101
Learn to Climb
Our Kids Bouldering 101 clinic is an entry-level class for children that will cover many basic essential skills for climbing. We’d recommend this clinic to anyone who is new to the sport! Topics include risk management, etiquette, technique, and climbing terms.
Sundays 12pm - 1:30pm
For children ages 6+
Includes
Instruction in bouldering basics and risk management
Games (time permitting)
Free shoe and chalk rentals
Pricing
$45 plus tax per 90-minute clinic
Climbing
Club
Hang out with us
Our afterschool program focuses on developing fundamental climbing skills in a fun, supportive environment. Classes encourage students to focus on personal goals and persevere through challenges. Our goal is for your child to leave class with a sense of accomplishment and pride!
Monday - Friday, 3:30 - 5pm
Drop-off: 3 - 3:30pm
Ages 6-12 years. Kids will be divided into groups based on age with a 5:1 student-to-instructor ratio. All levels welcome!
Includes
1.5 hour sessions
A private space (the Party Nook) to use during the program
Collaborative and learning-based games
Instruction in climbing catered to student skill level
Pricing
$165-190 plus tax per month for 1 afternoon/week
Climbing Club is a semester-long commitment charged monthly.
No drop-ins are available. Single Visit Pass not included.
*Does not meet on school holidays.
Please email elizabeth@vitalclimbinggym.com if you have any questions or concerns.
PARTIES
LET’S THROW A PARTY!
Celebrate your next birthday at VITAL! We are able to accommodate up to 15 climbers and up to 25 attendees (including non-climbing guests), so bring your friends!
Climbers must be at least 5 years old. Questions? Send us an email at elizabeth@vitalclimbinggym.com.
Includes
VITAL Party Hosts
Climbing shoe rentals and chalk
2 hours of climbing, including climbing instruction, games, and free climbing
Private party room
Decorations
Pricing*
Up to 5 climbers: $300 plus tax
6-10 climbers: $575 plus tax
11-15 climbers: $870 plus tax
*All pricing includes gratuity for Party Hosts.
A $100 deposit must be paid at the time of booking, which will be put towards the overall cost of the party.
Parties must be booked prior to the month in which they occur. For a full refund, parties must be canceled within 48 hours of being booked. Parties can be refunded half of the deposit if canceled at least a week prior to the party.
CAMPS
SPEND SCHOOL BREAKS CLIMBING
Camps are a perfect way to keep kids busy, healthy, and happy over school breaks!
Join us for school vacations where we'll climb, play games, slackline, craft, and spend time outdoors (weather permitting)! No climbing experience necessary. Ages 6-12 welcome—campers will be separated into pods based on age.
Questions? Send us an email at elizabeth@vitalclimbinggym.com.
Includes
Instruction in climbing
Games, crafting, and outdoor activities (weather permitting)
Free shoe and chalk rentals
Camp t-shirt
VITAL Olympics
Pricing
SPRING BREAK AND SUMMER CAMPS
$600 plus tax per 5-day camp
$50 early drop-off add-on
Sibling discounts are available
UPCOMING CAMP DATES
Single Day Camps:
Wednesday, January 29
Thursday, June 5
$125.50 per day (tax included)
9am - 3pm
Spring Break Camp:
Monday - Fridy, April 14 - 18
$627 (tax included)
9am - 3pm