As the program progresses some basic movement lessons are provided to help each participant improve their technique to enhance the climbing experience. The indoor climbing gym is a great location to learn the new skills and practice them in a controlled environment where each participant can progress at their own pace and challenge themselves on the different routes in the gym.
Each week of the program has a different theme to help prepare the participants to better face the challenges that life will bring their way. By the end of the program the goal is to have each participant be able to successfully belay, tie a figure 8 follow through knot, and be able to reach the top of some beginner climbing routes and problems.
In an effort to make the sport even more accessible, Elevation Outdoors provides transportation from 3 common meeting points in Kelowna and West Kelowna to make it easier for participants to join us.
Dates:
The 2023 Get a Grip program will run the evenings of May 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 & 30 (Tuesday or Thursday indoor climbs at Beyond the Crux Climbing Gym) and on 2 Saturdays May 27 & June 3 (full days, outdoors climbs at Skaha Bluffs).
Use the 'Apply Now' button to sign up and we will get in touch with all applicants as the program approaches to confirm interest.
Cost
- Spots are available on scholarship for youth that meet our eligibility criteria. Scholarships cover 100% of the costs to participate. Click here (scroll down to 'Who We Serve') to see our scholarship eligibility requirements.
- Partial funding may be available for families that do not meet scholarship criteria but still face financial barriers
- Limited paid spots are available, at a cost of $350 per spot
If you are interested in volunteering for Get a Grip, please click here!
