Climbing With Kids

A climbing gym is not a playground. Climbing is an inherently dangerous sport and risk management is our main priority; please take the time to read this page and review our gym rules before visiting.

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR NON-MEMBER YOUTH UNDER THE AGE OF 14.

Options include:

  • ProBelay is designed to welcome new climbers of any age into our facility; up to 4 climbers.
  • Staffed Group Event includes a staff instructor to ensure a fun and memorable climbing experience.
  • Youth Programs for children who show interest in learning more; check website for availability.
  • Climbing Camps offered during school breaks in Summer, Winter and Spring.
  • Become a Member and enjoy all the added perks and rewards of being a member; gym rules and policies still apply.

Youth Policy

KIDS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME AT EDGEWORKS!
Like adults, kids are expected to share the gym respectfully with other climbers; a climbing gym is not a playground - even though it really looks like one to them!

YOUTH ACCESS
  • All minors (under 18) must have a current waiver signed by their parent or legal guardian; friends, grandparents, siblings, or other family members cannot sign your child’s waiver.
  • Reservations are required for non-member youth (under 14); walk-in/day pass access is not available.
  • Groups of 5 or more youth (under 14) must be part of a staffed group event or youth program; groups of this size without a reservation may be turned away, members and punch pass holders included.
ADULT SUPERVISION IS REQUIRED.
Youth (under 14) must be actively supervised by an adult at all times; adults must maintain appropriate visual/physical contact with their climber(s) and provide direct oversight at all times.
  • Young children must stay within arms reach of a non-climbing, supervising adult; not only for their safety but doing so also makes other climbers feel more comfortable knowing that you’re aware and involved.
  • 1 adult cannot supervise more than 3 youth at a time.
  • Unattended youth are not allowed on the climbing floor.
  • Adults must commit to reading and enforcing our GYM RULES, policies and etiquette posted here and throughout the gym.
GYM ETIQUETTE FOR PARENTS + KIDS:
  • Walk; running is never permitted.
  • No yelling, roughhousing, horseplay or gymnastics (flips, cartwheels, etc)
  • Ropes are for climbing only; swinging, pulling or playing on ropes is strictly prohibited.
  • Never pass under other climbers on the wall or between belayers and climbers.
  • Climbers must wear climbing shoes or closed toed athletic shoes; bare feet are not allowed on the walls.

CLIMBING IS DANGEROUS. Our staff may enforce additional precautions as needed to help manage risk for all gym users. If behavior is a problem, climbers will be asked to leave the gym for the day.