ANN ARBOR YOUTH PROGRAM
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 + self-esteem grow along with problem-solving skills, focus + 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.
YOUTH PROGRAM ENROLLMENT INCLUDES:
- 10 Climbing Classes with coaching instruction
- unlimited climbing for 3 months
- complimentary rentals each visit
- 1 guest pass per visit (enrolled student must be present)
- complimentary Starter Packages for parents/guardians
- option to roll over into the next semester or opt out
AGE GROUPS
Spiders Monkeys (ages 4-6)
Rock Hoppers (ages 7-10)
Climbing Club (ages 11-15)
YOUTH PROGRAM INFORMATION
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
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
PROGRAM PERKS
Enrollment in Planet Rock Youth Programs include:
- unlimited climbing for 3 months
- complimentary rentals each visit
- 1 guest pass per visit (enrolled student must be present)
- complimentary Starter Packages for parents/guardians
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
SEASONS
- Fall: September-November
- Winter: December-February
- Spring: March-May
- Summer: June-August
ATTENDANCE POLICY
- 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
YOUTH PROGRAM CALENDAR | ANN ARBOR
Semester dates and class breaks for Ann Arbor are listed below.
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 28, 2025
Class Break #1: Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026
Class Break #2: Jan 26, 2026- Feb 1, 2026
Spring Semester
Program Runs: March 1, 2026 – May 31, 2026
Class Dates: March 9, 2026 – May 23, 2026
Class Break: March 30, 2026 – April 4, 2026
YOUTH CLASS SCHEDULE | ANN ARBOR
Class descriptions and class times for Ann Arbor are listed below.
Spider Monkeys | Ages 4-6 | $144 per month
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.
SPIDER MONKEYS SCHEDULE
Ann Arbor Spider Monkey classes are available:
Thursdays: 4:30p-5:30p
Thursdays: 5:45p-6:45p
Saturdays: 10:15a-11:15a*
Saturdays: 11:30a-12:30p*
*Saturday classes are not available during the summer
Rock Hoppers | Ages 7-10 | $170 per month
Planet Rock’s 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.
ROCK HOPPERS SCHEDULE
Ann Arbor Rock Hoppers classes are available:
Tuesdays: 6:45p-8:15p
Wednesdays: 4:30p-6:00p
Saturdays: 12:45p-2:15p*
*Saturday classes are not available during the summer
Advanced Rock Hoppers | Ages 7-10 | $170 per month
Planet Rock’s 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.
ADVANCED HOPPER SCHEDULE
Ann Arbor Advanced Rock Hoppers classes are available:
Mondays: 4:30p-6:00p
Thursdays: 7:00p-8:30p
*there is no public waitlist for this class
Climbing Club | Ages 11-15 | $178 per month
Planet Rock’s 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.
CLIMBING CLUB SCHEDULE
Ann Arbor Climbing Club classes are available:
Tuesdays: 4:30p-6:30p
Wednesdays: 6:15p-8:15p
Advanced Climbing Club | Ages 11-15 | $178 per month
Planet Rock’s 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.
ADVANCED CLUB SCHEDULE
Madison Heights Advanced Climbing Club classes are available:
Mondays: 6:15p-8:15p
*there is no public waitlist for this class