Palouse Youth Climbing Team
Our Goals
- To offer after-school athletic options for kids and teens ages 11-17 focused on physical, emotional, and intellectual growth based on principles of climbing as a sport and as a movement philosophy.
- We will maintain 1:5 coach/student ratio to maintain quality personal coaching and skill refinement.
- Provide community growth opportunities and youth development by engaging youth through a constructive competitive environment focused around team mindset development.
- Have fun and climb Vandal strong!
Equipment Needs
- Face covering appropriate for physical activity (it stays on)
- UIAA approved climbing harness
- Belay Device/Tubular or Assisted Braking ( 14 years and older)
- Climbing shoes
- Personal waist chalk bag/chalk bucket and chalk sock or liquid chalk
Questions? Contact Nathan at nmoody@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810
FAQ
Dates and Times - Fall 2020 Season starts September 22
Tuesdays 3:30 - 5 p.m. (or after school times dictated by school schedule)
Cost: $550 per season
- Climbing Center Youth Team 2-month pass 1 $150
- 16 practices @ $20 per session = $320
- Personal coaching and assessment - $40
- Custom chalk bag or team bag - $40
- 1:5 coach/student ratio
- Rentals
- Discounted for UI Climbing Center events
Dates and Times: Fall 2020 Season starts Sept. 22
Thursdays and every other Friday 3:30-5 p.m. (or after school times dictated by school schedule)
Cost: $700 per season
- Climbing Center Youth Team 2-month pass 1 $150
- 16 practices @ $25 per session = $500
- Goal setting and skills assessment fee - $10
- Custom chalk bag or team bag - $40
- 1:5 coach/student ratio
- Equipment rentals/discount on gear
- Discounted pricing for U of I Climbing Center events
Athletic clothing allowing for wide ranging movement.
- Face coverings appropriate for physical activity (it stays on...)
- UIAA approved climbing harness
- Belay Device / Tubular or Assisted Braking (14 years old and older)
- Climbing Shoes
- Personal waist chalk bag / chalk bucket and chalk sock or liquid chalk
Only water is allowed in the U of I Climbing Center.
Climbing gear must be brought with students. Team Packs from Asana Climbing will be ordered after the roster is filled at the beginning of the season and gear must be brought to each session. Cubbies are available in the climbing center for students during practice.
15 minutes prior to practice, coach(es) will be stationed outside to pick up the climbing team and will head into practice at 3:30 p.m.
Parking passes are available through the SRC, or drop-offs with coach(es) can be arranged.
Capacity - 5 students and 1 coach at a time included within the 24 person gym max
The University of Idaho’s Climbing Center has developed guidelines to address risks associated with the spread of the Corona Virus
1. Face coverings must be worn while in the gym and climbing at all times.
2. We advise everyone to maintain appropriate social distancing measures.
3. During practice, athletes and coaches will be required to wash or sanitize their hands every 30- 45 minutes (3-5 times per practice).
4. We encourage athletes to compete in any local or championship competitions that occur if their family unit sees it appropriate. However, coaches of the PYCT