YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit

Rock Climbing

a youth climbing program participant on an indoor climbing wall at the YMCA

A unique challenge is closer than you think.

Besides increasing strength throughout the body, rock climbing helps develop balance and coordination. With the sport of climbing, you can improve endurance and feel an excitement that comes with this unique kind of challenge.

At our Ys, kids can safely learn the techniques and skills of climbing on our indoor rock walls.

Contact us for more information.

Rock Wall at the Boll Family YMCA

The Boll Family YMCA climbing wall features a totally natural, seamless rock face with climbing routes set for beginners through advanced climbers. Safety equipment is provided (a harness with safety ropes), and trained safety staff who can teach you the basics. The climbing wall is open when a safety instructor is on site. The rock wall can also be rented for parties and special events.

Rock Wall at the Downriver Family YMCA

The Downriver Family YMCA climbing wall features a totally natural, seamless rock face with climbing routes set for beginners through advanced climbers. Safety equipment is provided (a harness with safety ropes), and trained safety staff who can teach you the basics. The rock wall can also be rented for parties and special events. The Downriver Family YMCA also offers rock climbing classes for kids and teens ages 4-17.

Climbing Classes at the Y

Climbing Club – Preschool

Climbing Club – Preschool at Boll Family YMCA

Children will learn safety, technique, and climbing basics in a fun and safe environment. Rock climbing builds confidence while developing motor skills, patience, problem solving and determination! If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
Early ChildhoodDates:
7/15/24–8/26/24 Days & Times:
  • Mon 5:30 pm-6:15 pm
Register
Age Group:
Early ChildhoodDates:
9/9/24–10/21/24 Days & Times:
  • Mon 5:30 pm-6:15 pm
Register
Age Group:
Early ChildhoodDates:
11/4/24–12/9/24 Days & Times:
  • Mon 5:30 pm-6:15 pm
Register

Climbing Club – Youth

Climbing Club – Youth at Boll Family YMCA

Children will learn safety, technique, and climbing basics in a fun and safe environment. Rock climbing builds confidence while developing motor skills, patience, problem solving and determination! If this Program is full, please join the Waitlist. If a spot and/or another Program is created, the Youth & Family Director will reach out to you!
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
Early ChildhoodDates:
7/15/24–8/26/24 Days & Times:
  • Mon 6:30 pm-7:15 pm
Register
Age Group:
Early ChildhoodDates:
9/9/24–10/21/24 Days & Times:
  • Mon 6:30 pm-7:15 pm
Register
Age Group:
Early ChildhoodDates:
11/4/24–12/9/24 Days & Times:
  • Mon 6:30 pm-7:15 pm
Register

Open Rock Climb

Open Rock Climb at Boll Family YMCA

Besides increasing strength throughout the body, rock climbing helps develop balance and coordination. With the sport of climbing, you can improve endurance and feel an excitement that comes with this unique kind of challenge.
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
All AgesDates:
8/1/24–8/29/24 Days & Times:
  • Thu 5:00 pm-7:00 pm
Register

Summer Day Camp Club: Week H – Climbing Club

Summer Day Camp Club: Week H – Climbing Club at Boll Family YMCA

For Boll Family YMCA Campers!Children will learn safety, technique, and climbing basics in a fun and safe environment. Rock climbing builds confidence while developing motor skills, patience, problem solving and determination!
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
YouthDates:
7/29/24–8/1/24 Days & Times:
  • Mon 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Tue 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Wed 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Thu 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
Register

Summer Day Camp Club: Week H – Climbing Club P.S.

Summer Day Camp Club: Week H – Climbing Club P.S. at Boll Family YMCA

For Boll Family YMCA Campers!Children will learn safety, technique, and climbing basics in a fun and safe environment. Rock climbing builds confidence while developing motor skills, patience, problem solving and determination!
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
YouthDates:
7/29/24–8/1/24 Days & Times:
  • Mon 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Tue 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Wed 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Thu 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
Register

Summer Day Camp Club: Week I – Climbing Club

Summer Day Camp Club: Week I – Climbing Club at Boll Family YMCA

For Boll Family YMCA Campers!Children will learn safety, technique, and climbing basics in a fun and safe environment. Rock climbing builds confidence while developing motor skills, patience, problem solving and determination!
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
YouthDates:
8/5/24–8/8/24 Days & Times:
  • Mon 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Tue 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Wed 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Thu 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
Register

Summer Day Camp Club: Week I – Climbing Club P.S.

Summer Day Camp Club: Week I – Climbing Club P.S. at Boll Family YMCA

For Boll Family YMCA Campers!Children will learn safety, technique, and climbing basics in a fun and safe environment. Rock climbing builds confidence while developing motor skills, patience, problem solving and determination!
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
YouthDates:
8/5/24–8/8/24 Days & Times:
  • Mon 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Tue 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Wed 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Thu 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
Register

Summer Day Camp Club: Week J – Climbing Club

Summer Day Camp Club: Week J – Climbing Club at Boll Family YMCA

For Boll Family YMCA Campers!Children will learn safety, technique, and climbing basics in a fun and safe environment. Rock climbing builds confidence while developing motor skills, patience, problem solving and determination!
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
YouthDates:
8/12/24–8/15/24 Days & Times:
  • Mon 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Tue 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Wed 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Thu 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
Register

Summer Day Camp Club: Week J – Climbing Club P.S.

Summer Day Camp Club: Week J – Climbing Club P.S. at Boll Family YMCA

For Boll Family YMCA Campers!Children will learn safety, technique, and climbing basics in a fun and safe environment. Rock climbing builds confidence while developing motor skills, patience, problem solving and determination!
Age Group: Dates: Days & Times: Register
Age Group:
YouthDates:
8/12/24–8/15/24 Days & Times:
  • Mon 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Tue 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Wed 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
  • Thu 4:15 pm-5:00 pm
Register