Youth Climbing Club

A weekly climbing club for those aged 13-16.

Club overview

Bouldering is one of those rare things that's genuinely better with people around you. Youth Bouldering Club is for 13 to 16 year olds who want to get stronger, climb harder and be part of a crew that shares the same obsession.

Whether you're just finding your feet on the wall or already working through intermediate problems, this is the place to develop your skills properly — with coaching that takes you seriously and a group that keeps you coming back.

How it works and what to expect

Our Youth Bouldering Clubs run weekly throughout the school term as a proper club with a regular weekly slot — not a drop-in session. Sign up for the term and you've got your place locked in, your own consistent group and coaches who get to know how you climb and what you need to improve.

Sessions are booked in half-term blocks, so their place is always secure and the progression never stops.

Each session is coached and focused, but the social side is just as much a part of it. There's something about working on hard problems together — sharing beta, cheering each other on, celebrating the sends — that makes this kind of climbing genuinely addictive.

What they'll work on

Technique — refining footwork, body positioning and movement on beginner to intermediate problems

Safety & knowledge — developing a deeper understanding of climbing practice and how to train well

Route reading & problem solving — learning to break down moves and climb with more intention

Strength & confidence — building the physical and mental resilience that harder climbing demands

The social side — being part of a group of like-minded climbers who push each other forward

Weekdays: Mon-Fri 6-7pm
Weekends: Sat/Sun 11-12am
Suitable for: Ages 10-12
Location: Frome Boulder Rooms
Group Size: Max 6 climbers
Club cost (based on block of 6 sessions)
£75

NICAS Bouldering Award Scheme

Our Mini's Bouldering Club also offers optional enrolment in the NICAS Bouldering Award Scheme (Levels 1–3) — a nationally recognised climbing qualification for young people. It's a fantastic way to give your child tangible goals to work towards and recognised achievements to be proud of.

  • Completely optional — the club is brilliant with or without it
  • One-off NICAS registration fee: £8.50
  • Levels 1–3 covered within the club programme

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