Madison Heights
Youth Program
Age Groups
Spider Monkeys (ages 4-6)
Rock Hoppers (ages 7-10)
Climbing Club (ages 11-15)
Learn what climbing
is all about
Our recreational youth programs support the development of a lifelong enjoyment of climbing both as a sport and as part of our community. We encourage young climbers to progress as individuals both on and off the wall, challenging themselves to push beyond boundaries and experience something new. Confidence and self-esteem grow along with problem-solving skills, focus and spatial awareness.
Planet Rock’s recreational youth programs are a seasonal commitment. Each program runs for 3-months, and includes a gym membership and 10-weeks of climbing classes with coaching instruction.
Perks
Our youth program enrollment operates on a rollover system where current program participants receive priority for the next season during a rollover period.
Roll over window opens one month before the start of the next semester
Parents have 3 weeks to opt out of the next semester
Forfeited spots will be offered to members of the waitlist; first come, first serve
Pricing
The youth program enrollment bills on the first of the month for all 3 months of the program.
The monthly pricing for each program is as follows:
Spider Monkeys: $144/mo
Rock Hoppers: $170/mo
Advanced Rock Hoppers: $170/mo
Climbing Club: $178/mo
Advanced Climbing Club: $178/mo
Enrollment
Our youth program enrollment operates on a rollover system where current program participants receive priority for the next season during a rollover period.
Roll over window opens one month before the start of the next semester
Parents have 3 weeks to opt out of the next semester
Forfeited spots will be offered to members of the waitlist; first come, first serve
Seasons
Fall: September-November
Winter: December-February
Spring: March-May
Summer: June-August
Waitlist
The option to join the Youth Class waitlist will be available year-round
Waitlists will roll over each semester
Scroll down to enter the waitlist
Attendance
Youth class attendance is mandatory for this membership
Students with 3 or more class absences during a semester will not be eligible for roll over
Madison Heights Youth Program Calendar
Fall Semester
Program Runs: Sept 1, 2025 – Nov 30, 2025
Class Dates: Sept 8, 2025 – Nov 15, 2025
Class Break: there is no break this semester
Winter Semester
Program Runs: Dec 1, 2025 – Feb 28, 2026
Class Dates: Dec 1, 2025 – Feb 21, 2025
Class Break: Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 2, 2026 + Jan 31st*
*Saturday classes have a different schedule this semester
Spring Semester
Program Runs: March 1, 2026 – May 31, 2026
Class Dates: March 2, 2026 – May 23, 2026
Class Break: March 30, 2026 – April 11, 2026
Madison Heights Youth Class Sessions
Spider Monkeys
Ages 4-6 | $144mo
Spider Monkeys is a great introduction for young climbers. The program includes 3-month membership to Planet Rock, with unlimited climbing and complimentary rentals outside of class time. During the 10-weeks of scheduled classes, Spider Monkeys will work on balance, body awareness, and overcoming fears through exciting games & activities.
Schedule
Thursdays: 3:30p-4:30p
Thursdays: 4:45p-5:45p
Saturdays: 9:00a-10:00a
Saturdays: 10:15a-11:15a
Rock Hoppers
Ages 7-10 | $170mo
Rock Hoppers is for climbers of all abilities. The program includes 3-months of unlimited climbing and complimentary rentals outside of class time. During the 10-weeks of scheduled classes, climber’s will learn the importance of fitness and team building while working on new climbing specific techniques and skills. All of our programs focus on group instruction with an emphasis on one-on-one coaching, allowing each climber to have an experience tailored to their needs.
Schedule
Tuesdays: 4:30p-6:00p
Wednesdays: 4:30p-6:00p
Thursdays: 6:00p-7:30p
Saturdays: 11:30a-1:00p
Climbing Club
Ages 11-15 | $178mo
Climbing Club is for climbers of all abilities. The program includes 3-months of unlimited climbing and complimentary rentals outside of class time. During the 10-weeks of scheduled classes, climber’s will learn new techniques and build on prior skills to help them achieve their climbing goals. All of our programs focus on group instruction with an emphasis on one-on-one coaching, allowing each climber to have an experience tailored to their needs.
Schedule
Tuesdays: 6:15p-8:15p
Wednesdays: 6:15p-8:15p
Advanced Rock Hoppers
Ages 7-10 | $170mo
Advanced Rock Hoppers is for climbers that have taken our Rock Hoppers class for at least one semester and are looking to take their climbing to the next level. During the 10-weeks of scheduled classes, all activities are climbing focused. Climbers will learn the importance of fitness with additional climbing-specific workouts and endurance training, learn more vocabulary, and focus on goal setting. This class is great for a climber looking to hone in their climbing skills or to prepare for our competitive team, though a goal of joining the team is not required.
Schedule
Mondays: 4:30p-6:00p
Class Available
After Completing Rock Hoppers
Advanced Climbing Club
Ages 11-15 | $178mo
Advanced Climbing Club is for climbers that have taken our Climbing Club class for at least one semester and are looking to take their climbing to the next level. During the 10-weeks of scheduled classes, all activities are climbing focused including introduction to lead climbing, speed climbing and crack and off-width climbing. Climber’s will learn more vocabulary, the importance of fitness with additional climbing-specific workouts, endurance training, and focus on goal setting. This class is great for a climber looking to hone in their climbing skills or to prepare for our competitive team, though a goal of joining the team is not required.
Schedule
Mondays: 6:15p-8:15p
Class Available
After Completing Rock Hoppers