Programs and Classes

Youth Programs

Ascension Rock Club has a wide range of youth programs and classes, from introductory lessons for 4-5-year-olds to a competitive team that travels around the country and everything in between! We have numerous after-school and daytime programs that are perfect for homeschool students looking to earn physical education credits. Find the program best for you below, or call us for more information! You can also do a one-time drop-in to the rec or club classes for $18 to see if it’s right for you!

Little Rockers

Little Rockers is a fun and active climbing class for ages 4–6, held on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 PM or 4:45-5:45 PM.

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Youth Club

Youth Club is a 1.5-hour climbing class for ages 7–12, with Tuesday and/or Thursday sessions available after school or during homeschool hours.

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Recreation Team

Rec Team is a 2-hour climbing program for ages 13–17, focused on building skills and strength. Sessions run Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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Junior Team

Meeting 2 days per week on Monday and Wednesday, young climbers learn self-discipline and camaraderie by training with like-minded teammates and learn how to make climbing a life-long sport.

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Competition Team

Team Ascension Competition Team members train for competition in USA Climbing competitions and other comps around the country! Team members focus on technique, endurance, and strength training.

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Adult Programs

Adult climbing programs at Ascension are a great way to meet new people and progress your climbing. Has it felt like you’ve been stuck on a particular route grade for a long time? Come learn some new techniques and training methods to help push past. Our Community Crush and Ladies’ Night classes focus on how to best warm up for injury prevention, climbing techniques, on-the-wall training exercises, and other climbing-specific strength conditioning.

Community Crush

Community Crush is built for our members! Join us every Tuesday night to climb, train, and make new friends!

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Beginning Boulders – Intro to Climbing in Fairbanks

Join our Beginning Boulders class in Fairbanks and learn how to climb with confidence. Small group or private instruction, essential techniques, and a two-week trial membership included.

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