{"id":134,"date":"2014-03-31T12:34:26","date_gmt":"2014-03-31T16:34:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/fitrec\/?page_id=134"},"modified":"2026-08-10T12:30:38","modified_gmt":"2026-08-10T16:30:38","slug":"rock-climbing","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/fitrec\/what-we-offer\/family-programs\/rock-climbing\/","title":{"rendered":"Children’s Climbing"},"content":{"rendered":"

FitRec\u2019s 30-foot tall Barreca Climbing Wall is an exciting place for children to build strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility in a controlled environment. Rock climbing is a great developmental sport for kids, because it challenges mind as well as body. And, as most parents know, many kids are natural born climbers.<\/p>\n

Climbing Classes<\/h2>\n

Classes are geared for children from 5 to 12, from first-timers to seasoned climbers. You might start with a family climbing class, then participate in family open recreational climbing for the added fun of social climbing.<\/p>\n

Private and Semi-Private Climbing Lessons<\/h2>\n

Looking to get one-on-one climbing instruction for your child? Whether your child is brand new to climbing or has some prior experience, private lessons are a great option! Use this link<\/a> for more information and to register! Single lessons, 5-packs and 10-packs are available.<\/span><\/p>\n

Semi-private lessons are available for groups of 2-3 participants. Each participant must purchase an individual lesson or pack. These are perfect for siblings, friends, or parents\/guardians to climb together.<\/p>\n

Once you register, someone from our team will reach out to schedule. Email <\/span>buop@bu.edu<\/span><\/a> with any questions. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Private Belay Sessions<\/h2>\n

Register for\u00a0<\/span>private belay sessions<\/strong>\u00a0if you just want your kids to have some time on the ropes! This private event can be scheduled for groups of 2-8, and each participant must purchase an individual pass. Events can be scheduled on Sundays between 2-5pm. Use this link<\/a> for more information and to register!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Open Climb<\/h2>\n

Join us every Saturday for Family Open Climb! These hours are for families to spend quality time at the Barreca Climbing Wall. Be sure to track our open hours here<\/a>. Climb the wall, have fun, and get to know other families in the Boston area. Admission to the wall is dependent on having an active FitRec membership, purchasing a FitRec day pass, and\/or being a participant in our Family Climbing Class or private lessons (ages 5 and up). If needed, climbing gear may be rented separately for an additional cost. A climbing rental semester gear pass can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Please note:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Climbers may be asked by Climbing Wall staff to wear a full-body harness for safety reasons.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Children 15 years or younger must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times while in FitRec, including at the Barreca Climbing Wall.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. During regular open hours, qualified parents may belay their own children. If parents are not qualified, children may be belayed by climbing wall staff, provided that there are at least 2 staff on duty and it is not too crowded.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Program Cancellation Policies<\/h3>
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      Refunds and cancellations<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Participants are responsible for understanding the refund policy for the Outdoor Programs climbing program(s) they are registering for:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Cancellations more than 7 days before the date of first class: A FULL refund will be given<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Cancellations less than 7 days before the date of first class: A 50% refund will be given<\/span><\/li>\n
      • NO REFUNDS will be given to those who cancel within 48 hours regardless of the circumstance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Outdoor Programs does not issue refunds for climbing programs that are not attended. Outdoor Programs reserves the right not to issue a refund at the discretion of the program administrators.<\/span><\/p>\n

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