Summer Camps
ABC Kids Climbing has expanded our selection of climbing camps and trips! Our expertise with recreational classes and competitive training has opened up many exciting opportunities, and we are pleased to now offer a range of indoor camps throughout the year, as well as outdoor climbing trips both nationally and internationally.
Indoor Summer Camps
ABC offers indoor camps for the following ages: 4-5 year olds; 6-8 year olds; and 9+ years. While kids are placed in camps according to age and ability, all ages may come together occasionally for group activities. Campers will be provided with all the necessary equipment and materials, along with experienced instruction and an ABC camp t-shirt. Upon graduation from our camps, kids become members of the ABC Kids Club, entitling them to discounts on ABC Open Gym and birthday parties.
Enrollment is on a first-come first-serve basis and we have limited space so please register early! Children who wish to stay after camp may participate in ABC Open Gym from 3 - 4 pm for a $5 fee. A 10% discount is available on our indoor camps for a second family member or a second week of camp (camp weeks do not have to be consecutive). The following camp dates are offered, with the option for either a full day or a half day of camp:
| Dates | Full Day | Half Day | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9am to 3pm | 9am - 12pm OR 12 - 3pm | ||
| Session 1 (4 days) | May 29 - June 1 | $280 | $200 |
| Session 2 (5 days) | June 4 - 8 | $350 | $250 |
| Session 3 (5 days) | June 11 - 15 | $350 | $250 |
| Session 4 (5 days) | June 18 - 22 | $350 | $250 |
| Session 5 (5 days) | June 25 - 29 | $350 | $250 |
| Session 6a (2 days) | July 2 - 3 | $140 | $100 |
| Session 6b (2 days) | July 5 - 6 | $140 | $100 |
| Session 7 (5 days) | July 9 - 13 | $350 | $250 |
| Session 8 (5 days) | July 16 - 20 | $350 | $250 |
| Session 9 (5 days) | July 23 - 27 | $350 | $250 |
| Session 10 (5 days) | July 30 - August 3 | $350 | $250 |
| Session 11 (5 days) | August 6 - 10 | $350 | $250 |
ABC summer camps are designed for beginner and intermediate climbers - kids can develop a variety of skills and have a blast! Campers will work on body awareness, footwork and route reading to develop efficiency and confidence in both bouldering and roped climbing. More advanced climbers will work on a variety of techniques that may include dynamic movement, edging, and drop knees. Each camper will have a climbing log to track goals and skills, and at the end of camp all ABC climbers will receive a certificate demonstrating their achievements.
Games such as Hot Lava, Toy Hunts, Rescue-a-Beanie, Freeze, Dyno Day and musical climbing are utilized to teach and encourage agility, balance and coordination. Older kids will enjoy such technique-building games such as Add-On, Pointer, and Blind Climb. In addition to climbing, kids play cooperative games designed to increase confidence on our unique Challenge Course (complete with slack lines, spider webs, rope climbs and obstacle courses). Daily art projects may range from creating tie dye t-shirts to decorating chalk bags and beanbag balls, while theme days and special events add to the fun!
Outdoor Camps
ABC offers both national and international climbing camps. For international camps, ABC will help campers and their families navigate the necessary paperwork.
Adam Brink is an AMGA Certified Single Pitch guide, a teacher of 10 years, a climber of 17 years and the head coach of the ABC Advanced Climbing Team and the Horizons Climbing Club at Horizons K-8 Charter School. He has climbed extensively throughout the United States and in Canada, Mexico, France and England.
For more information on any of the camps, please contact Karla at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . All camps are limited to six climbers. The following camps are being offered during 2012:
| Dates | Location | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | June 2 - 9 | France Outdoor Climbing Workshop | $1,200 |
| Session 2 | June 11 - 16 | Spain Outdoor Climbing & Canyoneering Workshop | $1,460 |
| Session 3 | June 18 - 22 | Front Range Adventure Camp | $475 |
| Session 4 | June 25 - 29 | Flatirons Climbing Camp | $550 |
| Session 5 | July 2 - 6 | Sport Climbing Camp | $475 |
France Outdoor Climbing Workshop
Come join us in Saint Antonin Noble-Val in the south of France for a week of climbing, adventure and great food! This beautiful and peaceful town is situated just north of Toulouse in the foothills of the Pyrenees, and is surrounded by world-class rock climbing, medieval villages, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, incredible history at every turn, and some of the best local food and wine int he world. During the week kids will learn outdoor climbing skills at the local cliffs, while parents are free to explore the many nearby villages, visit the vineyards and hike, run or bike on the incredible local trail system. Families will gather every evening to enjoy a wonderful meal prepared by our local chef.
Spain Outdoor Climbing & Canyoneering Workshop
Join us in Spain for a week of adventure in one of the most stunning areas of the country - Rodellar! Located next to Sierra de Guara Natural Park and known for its spectacular rock canyons and crystalline waters, this Northern Spanish city is one of the great climbing destinations of the world. Our week will be filled with climbing the world-renowned limestone, exploring the canyons and soaking up the great views from our apartment patios. While the kids are out climbing, parents will have time to explore the surrounding areas.
Front Range Adventure Camp
Explore the amazing adventure opportunities right here at home in Front Range. Climb in Eldorado Canyon and swim in its artesian spring pool, hike and climb in the iconic Flatirons, learn to skateboard (or work on a cool trick!) at several local skate parks and of course train at ABC’s new world class climbing gym. Camp is 9am - 4pm each day.
Flatirons Climbing Camp plus Overnight
Explore one of America’s most famous climbing areas - the Flatirons! Spend every day hiking, climbing and exploring the Flatirons and surrounding foothills. Climbing and climbing skills are our primary focus but we’ll also learn Leave No Trace Ethics, map use and orientation, basic wilderness travel skills and how to stay safe outdoors. Camp is 9am - 4pm each day, and camp will end with an overnight camping/climbing adventure for kids and parents on Thursday and Friday.
Sport Climbing Camp
Spend each day exploring the excellent sport climbing around the Front Range and in the Rocky Mountains. Climbers will focus on honing their lead climbing techniques, from building safe anchors to cleaning routes and rappelling. Camp is 9am - 4pm each day.
South of France
Outdoor Climbing Workshop
June 2nd to 9th, 2012
Come join us in Saint Antonin Noble-Val in the south of France for a week of climbing, adventure and great food! Situated just north of Toulouse in the foothills of the Pyrenees, Saint Antonin-Noble Val is considered one of the most beautiful and peaceful places in the south of France. There is world-class rock climbing above medieval villages, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, incredible history at every turn and some of the best local food and wine you could ever hope for.
During the week, kids will be learning outdoor climbing skills at the local cliffs while parents are free to explore the villages, visit the vineyards and hike, run or bike on the incredible local trail system. Every evening the families will gather to enjoy a wonderful meal prepared by our local chef.
We are limiting this trip to 5 families. Spots are first come first served. To reserve your families place, contact Adam Brink and pay your reservation deposit to ABC Climbing. The deposit is 50% of total cost. All deposits are non-refundable except if the trip is cancelled.
Where will we be staying?
Each family will have their own private gite (pronounced zh-eet) on the plateau overlooking the Le’ Averyon Valley and Saint Antonin Noble-Val. Gites are guesthouses that are part of a government run system of renovated historic homes called Gites De France. Every gite has its own charming plot of land and amazing old stone farmhouse renovated to meet modern standards. All are surrounded by rolling fields, stonewalls, meandering paths and history everywhere.
The Climbing and Trip Guides
Adam Brink is an AMGA Certified Single Pitch guide, a teacher of 10 years, a climber of 17 years and the head coach of the ABC Advanced Climbing Team and the Horizons Climbing Club at Horizons K-8 Charter School. He has climbed extensively throughout the United States and in Canada, Mexico, France and England.
What is included in the cost?
- Private guesthouse for each family
- Guesthouse will be stocked with food for breakfasts and lunches
- Group dinner cooked by our excellent local chief each evening
- Four days of guided climbing, instruction and rappelling for climbing kids
- One day of climbing and rappelling for parents
- Group canoeing on the Le’ Averyon River
- A guided hike through one of the local caves
- Mountain bikes for parents with maps of the area
- A day-long guided mountain bike tour of the local area for parents
- Access to the Raboutou’s climbing gym
Cost
$1,200 per person
10% discount for a family of 4 or more
- Family of 2= $2,400
- Family of 3= $3,600
- Family of 4= $4,320
- Family of 5= $5,400
As a point of comparison, all other guided climbing camps in Europe (and there are only a couple!) cost at least $3,000 to $4,000 per person!
Schedule for the week
Saturday- Arrive at your private guesthouse and relax in the countryside! Group dinner is in the evening.
Sunday - Visit Saint Antonin. Saint Antonin has its famous village market in the morning. Don’t miss it! The Sunday market is known for its incredible variety of fresh, local food. In the afternoon interested families will go on a guided tour of one of the local caves (it has an amazing view, bring the wine!). Group dinner is at 7pm.
Monday- Climbing day. Kids will leave for climbing in the morning and be back by 4pm. Parents are free while kids are climbing. Group dinner is at 7pm.
Tuesday- Afternoon climbing. Kids will leave for climbing at noon and be back by dark. Parents are free while kids are climbing. Group dinner is at 7pm.
Wednesday- River day! Families will meet at 10am to go canoeing on the L’Averyon River for the afternoon. We’ll stop at diving rocks, take a break at a riverside café and just enjoy the water. Group dinner is at 7pm.
Thursday- Afternoon climbing. Kids will leave for climbing at noon and be back by dark. Parents are free while kids are climbing. Group dinner is at 7pm.
Friday- Family climbing day. Families will meet to go climbing in the morning and be back by 4pm. Everyone will have a chance to learn how to rappel and do a 200 foot free-hanging rappel off of the main cliff overlooking town. End of week party in the evening!
Saturday- Check out of guesthouses by noon.
Rodellar, Spain
Outdoor Climbing Workshop
Join us for a week of adventure in one of the most stunning areas of northern Spain, Rodellar! Located next to Sierra de Guara Natural Park and know for its spectacular rock canyons and crystalline waters, Rodellar is one of the great climbing destinations in the world. Our week will be filled with climbing the famous limestone, exploring the canyons and soaking up the great views from our apartment patios. While the kids are out climbing, parents will be free to enjoy the good life in Spain!
We are limiting this trip to 5 families. Spots are first come first served. To reserve your families place, contact Adam Brink and pay your reservation deposit to ABC Climbing. The deposit is 50% of total cost. All deposits are non-refundable except if the trip is cancelled.
The Guides
Adam Brink is an AMGA Certified Single Pitch guide, a teacher of 10 years, a climber of 17 years and the head coach of the ABC Advanced Climbing Team and the Horizons Climbing Club at Horizons K-8 Charter School. He has climbed extensively throughout the United States and in Canada, Mexico, France and England.
Where will we be staying?
We will be staying in the Valle De Rodellar apartments. Each apartment is fully equipped with a kitchen, bathroom and a terrace or porch with some of the most breathtaking views in the Rodellar Valley. There is an adjoining restaurant where we will have dinner each night.
A Different Schedule
The Spanish eat dinner much later in the evening. The whole day is actually shifted much to the later half of the day. To be in sync with this we will start our climbing day with the kids later (around noon) and climb until the evening. This gives us a chance to sleep in, climb in the shade in the afternoon and then enjoy the late Spanish dinnertime (starting at 9pm is normal, if not early). While the different schedule can seem like a challenge consider it part of the adventure!
Schedule for the Week
- Sunday - Families arrive in the afternoon and check into apartments. Dinner will start at 9pm.
- Monday - Climbing day- Guides will have the kids climbing from noon to 7pm. Parents are free during this time. Dinner will start at 9pm.
- Tuesday -Canyoneering day! A local guide will take interested families on an adventure rappelling and swimming through the local canyons. Dinner will start at 9pm.
- Wednesday - Climbing day- Guides will have the kids climbing from noon until 7pm. Parents are free during this time. Dinner will start at 9pm.
- Thursday - Via Ferrate day. For interested families we will be exploring the local cliffs and enjoying the spectacular views while following a via ferrate. (What is a via ferrate? It is a mountain route that is equipped with fixed cables, ladders and bridges. Walkers and climbers can follow vie ferrate without needing to use their own ropes and belays, and without the risks associated with unprotected scrambling and climbing). Dinner will start at 9pm.
- Friday - Family climbing day- Kids and interested parents will leave at noon to spend the rest of the day climbing, rappelling and exploring the canyons. End of the week dinner party will start at 9pm.
- Saturday - Check out of apartments.
Longer Stays
- Family apartment for Sunday afternoon through Saturday morning.
- Dinner at the adjoining local restaurant Sunday through Friday evening.
- Your apartment stocked with breakfast and lunch food for the week.
- Three days of guided climbing for the climbing kids.
- One day of guided climbing for the parents.
- One day of guided canyoneering for everyone.
- One day of guided hiking and climbing on a via ferrate.
Cost
$1,460 per person.
Families of 4 or more get a 10% discount.
- Family of 2: $2,920
- Family of 3: $4,380
- Family of 4: $5,256
- Family of 5: $6,570
As a point of comparison, all other guided climbing camps in Europe (and there are only a couple!) cost at least $3,000 to $4,000 per person!
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