Kids and Youth Training Courses
Ages 5 - 16 years old
Give your child the chance to climb, learn, and grow with our Kids Training Courses (KTC)! Designed for kids and teens ages 5-18, these courses cover everything they need to know about safe and effective climbing, while building strength, confidence, and technique.
Winter Term 2025
Our Winter session runs from January 6 to March 9, 2025 and includes professional coaching, comprehensive training, and fundamental climbing skills.
Please Note: Rental harnesses and shoes are available for an additional cost. A harness is required, and while climbing shoes are recommended, indoor shoes can also be worn.
Register Today
Spots fill up fast, so reserve your spot by calling us at 416-406-5900 or 416-757-4208. Let’s get climbing!
KTC courses are available:
Mon - Fri
4:30pm - 6:30pm
6:35pm - 8:35pm
Saturdays
10am - 12pm
2:30pm - 4:30pm
4:45pm - 6:45pm
Sundays
10:30am - 12:30pm
12:35pm - 2:35pm
2:40pm - 4:40pm
4:45pm - 6:45pm
Space is limited, call us to book your spots at 416-406-5900.
NEW CHANGES FOR PARENTS = No Spectators allowed inside the TCA
Drop-off
Please drop your child at the Front desk and check in. Make sure your child has a completed waiver form.
If you need to fill out waivers you can use our Ipad stations or your own phone/device. Upon entering, please sanitize your hands and make sure to drop your child with one of our coaches. After signing your child in/dropping off your child, please leave the facility as we would like to leave the front desk clear for members and climbers to sign in. This would include no spectating your child climb from inside the gym (we are truly sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you)
Pick-up
When picking up your child, please make sure to arrive on time and kindly wait in the designated area outside or in the party area inside. Please do not go on the climbing floor, our coaches will bring your child to you. Thank you for your understanding and your cooperation.
If this is the first time your child is climbing at our gym, please visit our website and fill out a waiver before coming into the gym to climb! We’re very excited to see you, but before you come in, please make sure to read the following details regarding our new protocol:
· Prior to arrival, ensure to read all required code of conduct documents found HERE
· If you are feeling sick or are experiencing any symptoms, do NOT come in to climb. Please stay home and quarantine accordingly.
· Masks are Optional for patrons and staff.
· Come prepared to climb. This includes being already changed and bringing a full water bottle.
· You MUST check-in upon arrival and check out on exit. This is MANDATORY, no exceptions.
· We will have limited occupancy and limits on how many people can be in one area.
· Physical distancing is required within the facility, including climbers not on any adjacent climbs as you.
· Liquid chalk is strongly encouraged and available for sale at the TCA.
Photography Disclaimer
Please note that photographs and footage might be taken throughout our Camps and Programs. These will be used by the TCA for marketing, publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please let us know if you or your family members wish to be excluded from photography.
Here is a list of the different levels, and for more information email the co-ordinator and designer Chris Mack (chrisfromtca@gmail.com)
1. Cubs
While introducing our amazing sport of rock climbing, our coaches will handle all the safety and patiently teach young climbers the fundamentals. Students will learn how to put on their harness correctly, tie a figure-eight knot and of course what is a climbing course without lots of climbing!
Students leave this course with a greater understanding of climbing, confident, and are ready to take on more challenges in life and on the rocks.
This course is designed for the climber in every child. If your child loves to climb the walls, trees, and anything that has a little altitude, bring them in and give them the chance to find their inner climber.
2. Bears
Throughout the bear course, the instructor will focus on specific climbing movement and flexibility. To help in the strategic use of body positioning, build strength and endurance, and practice safe falling techniques; the students will be introduced to bouldering in our caves and traversing walls. This is low elevation climbing without a rope (don’t worry Mom and Dad, it’s safe and climbing is never to high off the ground). Students will leave this course with more self-confidence and the skills that will take them forward to the next level in their climbing career.
The younger children start in our Cubs program, then proceed to Bears and upon completion of the Bear-test, they continue to Rock Safety Courses Level 3-10. Our coaches will guide kids up and down the climbs and also introduce the Autobelays...they are so much fun and all kids love them. We have many new surprises and we create new challenges each week as we set up 6-8 new climbs every week.
Level 3 - 10
Students are given lessons in climbing safety and Autobelays. Kids will have the opportunity to learn climbing games and climb many different terrains, be exposed to overhangs, stalactites, and many activities related to the development of strength and flexibility.
There is a certification and promotion to the next level of the Rock Safety Program. Students leave this course with a greater understanding of the practices and techniques in the sport of climbing.
During Level 3 and 4, the instructor will introduce belaying techniques (safely operating the rope and belay device). Students will learn such technical climbing movements as pivoting, drop knee, back-step, flag, and heel hook. Students will learn how to improve their movement by using their legs. The instructor will introduce the concepts of balance, body awareness, base, and support, as well as turning/shifting weight. Students who have learned basic safety skills will have the opportunity to pass the Youth Certification Test. Graduates of this level gain the privilege of climbing at the Toronto Climbing Academy without adult supervision.
At the elite levels (7-10), climbers will be encouraged to further develop in the sport of rock climbing through mental preparation, flexibility, finger strength, and more. Kids will learn simulated outdoor climbing through lead climbing. This program’s focus is on making rock climbers. Upon completing these levels kids will have the ability to climb outdoors. There is a Climbing Certification and upon its completion kids will be automatically entered into the "Youth Climbing Team".
10 Great Reasons to go Climbing:
- It is an awesome experience, it's fun and rewarding, and such a thrill when you reach the top of the wall
- Leadership and team-oriented
- Full body workout
- Goal setting and attainment
- Improves self-confidence
- Helps kids conquer new heights
- Professional, friendly, and patient instructors
- Safe, state-of-art climbing centre with overhangs, a chimney, and much more
- over 110 different climbs to choose from
Extras
Extensions and individual classes are also available.
If these times are not suitable, we are able to schedule your group (minimum of 3 climbers) on another Monday, Wednesday, or Friday from 5 - 7 pm.
Private and semi-private instruction is also available with a ratio of 3:1
| Price List | Members | Non-members |
|---|---|---|
| Private | $80/hr. | $120 |
| Semi-private (2 pax) | $100/hr. | $150 |
Please keep in mind that the design of these programs is based on age, climbing ability, enthusiasm, willpower, and the desire to climb. Some combinations and restrictions may apply, please contact us for more information.
Every participant or their guardian must sign the TCA standard waiver form (available on our website)
For more information and reservations please contact us