Youth Programs
Welcome to Touchstone Youth Programs
At Touchstone, climbing is more than a sport; it's a passion, and that passion drives our youth programs. For many climbers, our gyms are their home away from home, where they can develop a lifelong love for climbing, build lasting friendships, and grow with the support of their coaches.
Confidence. Skills. Community.
Our Mission
Our coaches are committed to providing a safe space for young climbers of all levels to develop into lifelong climbers alongside a community of like-minded peers.
Programs for Every Level
We offer comprehensive programming and climbing instruction for youth climbers from all backgrounds, ages 7 to 18. Our youth offerings are designed for climbers to grow through the pipeline
Camps → Club Team → Development Team → Training Team → Competitive Team
Climbing Camps
Climbing Camps (ages 7-12) introduce new and returning climbers to the basics of climbing in a fun and safe environment. Programs run after school, during holiday breaks, including summer, helping kids build skills, confidence, and friendships while exploring the joy of climbing.
Club Teams
Entry-level program helping youth climbers build skills, confidence, and a love for climbing. Kids Club (7-11) and Youth Club (12-18) practice once or twice a week, focusing on foundational climbing skills, gym etiquette, and confidence-building exercises.
Team Touchstone
Team Touchstone systematically prepares youth climbers for success-whether developing foundational skills or training for competitions-through structured, fun, and team-based practices in a supportive environment.
Development Team
2 days/week
Introduces climbers to regular, structured training. The curriculum focuses on improving technique, strength, and teamwork.
Training Team
2-3 days/week
For climbers ready to pursue competition or outdoor-specific goals, the curriculum focuses on advanced climbing techniques and conditioning.
Competition Team
3+ days/week
For athletes training to compete at the highest level, the curriculum delivers rigorous and safe coaching both on and off the wall.
Safety and Support
Climber Safety
At Touchstone, the physical and emotional safety of our climbers is our top priority. All Team Touchstone coaches are SafeSport certified, live-scanned, and participate in ongoing anti-harassment and mandated reporter training. Coaches follow SafeSport policies during travel and at events outside of our gyms. If you have concerns, contact our Youth Program Director, Tiffany (Tiffany@touchstoneclimbing.com), or submit a report through the U.S. Center for SafeSport.
Financial Support
We're committed to making climbing programs accessible to all families. Our Access to Climbing (ATC) Program offers discounts for our Youth Climbing Camps to families receiving government assistance. Learn more on our Commitment Programs page.
For our Club Team and Team Touchstone monthly memberships, we offer membership support to those who are experiencing significant financial instability and who otherwise would not have access to the gym. Please contact Member Services or your Gym Manager for more information.
Join Our Community
Explore the Youth Program offerings at The Post or contact us to find the right program for your child.
