Rock Climbing
The Get a Grip program has become one of our most popular programs after it was introduced back in 2015. Get a Grip gives a comprehensive introduction to both indoor and outdoor climbing.
This program runs for 4 weeks every May and June.
Who it’s for
Get a Grip is designed for participants that have limited to no previous experience with the sport of rock climbing, but, we can easily accommodate a more experienced climber who is looking for an opportunity to gain more skill and make some new friends!
What to expect
With the support of climbing gym instructors, on day one participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of belaying, communication and terminology so these skills can develop during the program.
As the program progresses basic movement lessons are provided to help each participant improve their technique and build confidence on the wall. The indoor climbing gym is a great location to learn and practice new skills in a controlled environment. Indoors each participant can progress at their own pace and challenge themselves with a variety of different routes in the gym.
What you’ll learn
Each week of the program has a different theme to help prepare the participants to better face the challenges that both life and climbing will bring. Our goal by the end of the program is to have each participant be able to:
- Successfully belay
- Tie a figure 8 follow through knot
- Be able to reach the top of their projects and routes.
Getting there
In an effort to make the sport 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
Indoor Climbs:
Tuesday & Thursday evenings, May 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, & 27 at Beyond the Crux Climbing Gym
Outdoor Climbs:
Saturdays (full days), May 24 & May 31at Skaha Bluffs
Orientation (Zoom):
Mon, April 28th @ 5 pm
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.
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 $375 per spot.
Apply to Register
To register for the Get a Grip program please download the registration package below or follow the Apply Now link to register online.
Contact: info@elevationoutdoors.ca for questions or for more info!
Presenting Sponsor
We are currently looking for a presenting sponsor to help us make this program possible. If you or your company would like to support this program please contact our Executive Director at mike@elevationoutdoors.ca to have a conversation and help us change the lives of local youth.
Scholarship Seat Sponsors
Thank you to these great organizations for their support in helping us break down barriers to participation.
Product Sponsors
A big THANK YOU to the following Organization Sponsors who contribute in a wide array of manners to help us have the impact we do in our community.
We acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.
Ce projet a été rendu possible grâce au gouvernement du Canada par l’entremise de
l’initiative Le sport communautaire pour tous. Éliminer les obstacles et augmenter les taux de participation au sport chez les populations
sous-représentées sont en tête des priorités du gouvernement du Canada.
Pour plus d’informations sur nos programmes en français, envoie un courriel à programs@elevationoutdoors.ca