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The Prescott YMCA Adventure Program offers many different activities for both kids and adults where you can try something new in a safe environment with a trained instructor. Adventure activities not only teach new skills but also self-confidence and teamwork.  We offer summer camp programs where kids and learn to rock climb, kayak, camp and more. We also offer year round programs such as SCUBA, kayaking, rock climbing both indoors and out.  Take a chance and try something new, it's fun for all ages.

Climbing Wall Features

  • 2500 Square Foot climbing area
  • 18 rope stations
  • 3000 holds
  • 0-90 degree walls

Climbing Wall Guidelines

  • An adult must accompany children under 10.
  • Participants must check-in at the activities desk to receive their wristband before climbing.
  • Every person must have an Acknowledgment of Risk Form signed prior to participating in Climbing Wall programs or activities.  An adult must sign the waiver for children under 18.
  • Must be 12 or older to learn how to belay.  Children under age 12 may belay if they have completed the Belay Certification Program.
  • Participants are required to wear closed toed shoes.  Rental shoes are available.

Climbing Wall Waivers

Every person MUST have an Acknowledgement of Rick Waiver signed and on file PRIOR to participating in Climbing Wall programs. Must be 12 years or older to belay.  Waivers must be filled out prior to participating. Those under 18 must have waivers filled out by parents.

Climbing Wall Hours 

Winter Climbing Wall Hours  are:

Mondays  -  3:00 – 6:00 PM
Tuesdays  -  3:00 – 6:00 PM
Wednesdays 2:00 – 6:00 PM
Thursdays  - 3:00 – 6:00 PM
Fridays     -   3:00 – 6:00 PM
Saturdays  -  12:00- 4:00 PM
Sundays    -   Closed

Open Climb

We are open Monday-Saturday for recreational Bouldering and climbing. Trained staff on duty for general supervision.  Vertical Birthday Parties available at the climbing wall Saturdays 11am-1pm. Reservations required. Contact the climbing wall staff at 445-7221 x27 for more details.

Free Belay Instruction

Tired of stopping at the Gecko line? Learn to climb with and operate the ropes system! Free instruction Saturday. Must be 12 years or older to learn how to belay. Saturdays 12-4pm.

 
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