To establish a School Climbing Club, we typically require:

• A faculty sponsor, advisor, coach, or approved adult representative

• A group of interested students

• A consistent weekly meeting schedule

• Completion of any school-specific approval processes

🚩 Every School Climbing Club is required to have a club sponsor, coach, faculty advisor, or approved adult representative.

🚩 All scheduled club meet-ups must have a club sponsor, coach, or approved adult chaperone present. Students may not conduct club practices without an approved club leader in attendance.

🚩 Every school operates differently. We're happy to work with your administration, student leadership team, or faculty sponsor to create a program that fits your school's needs.

The club sponsor or chaperone serves as the primary point of contact between the school and Peak Experiences. They help ensure the club runs smoothly and that students have a safe, successful experience throughout the season.

Club sponsors help:

• Coordinate communication between students, families, and Peak Experiences

• Assist with student recruitment and club promotion

• Share important club updates, schedules, and announcements

• Attend scheduled club meet-ups or designate an approved adult representative

• Support a positive, inclusive, and respectful club environment

• Help determine club goals, including recreational climbing, skill development, leadership opportunities, and competition participation

📌 At least one faculty sponsor, coach, or approved adult representative must be present during every scheduled club meet-up.

📌 Faculty sponsors and approved club chaperones receive a complimentary Peak Experiences membership for the duration of the club season, allowing them to attend practices, climb outside of meet-up times, and actively participate in the club experience.

📌 No climbing experience is required. Peak Experiences staff will assist with club setup, scheduling, facility orientations, certifications, and ongoing support throughout the season

School Climbing Clubs may participate in local climbing events and competitions, including opportunities through the American Scholastic Climbing League (ASCL).

Participation is completely optional. Some clubs focus on recreational climbing and community-building, while others choose to train and compete throughout the season.

There is no maximum club size. However, practice times and meet-up availability are subject to gym capacity and scheduling availability. practice. An Assumption of Risk must be completed by all club members and sponsors prior to the 1st scheduled practice. Club members that are under the age of 18 must have the AOR completed by a parent or guardian.

No! School Climbing Clubs are open to climbers of all experience levels. Whether students are trying climbing for the first time or already have experience on the wall, our clubs provide a fun and supportive environment where they can learn new skills, build confidence, and progress at their own pace.

Yes. Climbers ages 13 and older may complete our Learn the Ropes Class and Belay Certification process, allowing them to independently belay during club practices and regular visits to the gym.

Climbers ages 16 and older may complete Auto Belay Certification and use approved auto belay devices during club activities and independent visits.

Yes. Students may register after the session start date if space is available. Because all club members operate on the same membership schedule, fees are not prorated and late registrations will pay the full membership amount.

In most cases, yes. New clubs can be formed throughout the school year based on gym availability and scheduling opportunities.