Looking for a fun way to keep your kids active, focused, and full of confidence?

Climbing is more than just a sport—it’s a full-body, full-mind adventure that helps kids grow stronger, think smarter, and have a blast doing it.

Whether your child is shy, energetic, or somewhere in between, rock climbing has something to offer every personality and age.

From age 5 and up, kids are climbing, learning, and growing at Alpine—Ripon’s favorite family-friendly climbing gym, serving the entire Central Valley.

Why Climbing Is SO Good for Kids

Forget boring reps and endless drills. Climbing is movement with purpose—and kids love it because it’s fun, challenging, and never the same twice.

Here’s what they gain each time they hit the wall:

Sharper Thinking

Every route is a puzzle. Kids learn to plan, problem-solve, and think critically—while having a blast.

Full-Body Fitness

Climbing builds strength, balance, and coordination—all without ever picking up a dumbbell.

Confidence + Community

Climbing teaches kids how to overcome fear, cheer each other on, and grow together in a supportive, positive environment.

Join Our Youth Climbing Club!

We’ve built a program just for young climbers, broken into age groups so they can learn, progress, and have fun at their level.

Whether they’re brand new or already hooked, we’ve got the class for them!

TRAILBLAZERS (Ages 5–6)

For our youngest climbers, this class is all about:

• Getting comfortable on the wall
• Playing games and building community
• Learning movement basics in a fun, low-pressure setting

Thursdays | 1:00–2:15 PM or 4:00–5:15 PM

SUMMIT (Ages 7–9)

For kids ready to take things up a notch:

• Intro to climbing technique
• Proper gear use & risk management
• Fun challenges and group support

Wednesdays | 1:00–2:30 PM or 4:00–5:30 PM

PEAK (Ages 10–18)

This is where things get exciting. Climbers in PEAK will:

• Learn bouldering and sport climbing
• Get trained in top rope belaying
• Build strength, skills, and confidence alongside passionate coaches

Tuesdays | 1:00–2:30 PM or 4:00–5:30 PM

Parents—We’ve Got You Too!

Want to climb with your kid?

Parents of PEAK climbers get our Top Rope Belay Class FREE
All memberships include rental gear
Kids under 13 can belay at Alpine (PEAK only)

Located in Ripon, CA

We serve families from Stockton, Manteca, Modesto, and beyond!

Ready to get your kid started?
REGISTER TODAY!

LET’S CLIMB

Let your child explore, grow, and thrive on the wall.
You bring the kid—we’ll bring the gear, coaches, and community.

Ready to get your kid started?
REGISTER TODAY!