easy
6 weeks, 30-minute sessions
Children should be generally active and able to follow basic instructions.
Introduce your kids to the thrill of climbing with Rock And Rapid Adventures' fun, engaging NICAS Wild Climbers Course. Perfect for young adventurers, this program builds confidence and skills in a safe indoor setting. Join us for a six-week journey designed to spark a love for climbing and prepare the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts. Whether your child is a beginner or has some experience, our friendly instructors tailor activities to keep everyone progressing and having fun. Set in Portland, this course is conveniently located and family-friendly, combining indoor safety with outdoor adventure potential. This course emphasizes safety, teamwork, and confidence-building in a supportive environment. Kids learn essential climbing skills through games and challenges that develop their problem-solving, coordination, and strength. It’s a great way to introduce young climbers to a sport that promotes physical health and mental resilience. Beyond the indoor wall, the skills acquired here serve as a springboard for outdoor rock climbing adventures in the area’s outdoor crags and parks. Participants leave with a sense of achievement, ready to tackle new heights. For parents seeking an engaging, safe, and educational activity for their children, this program offers a perfect start to a lifelong love of climbing and outdoor exploration. Discover how Rock And Rapid Adventures is shaping the next generation of outdoor lovers and climbers—fun, safety, and skill at the core of every session.
Ages 3 - 6 • 30 Min Session • Working to Wild Climbers
Join the NICAS Wild Climbers program, featuring six engaging 30-minute sessions designed for ages 3 and up. This fun, game-oriented experience introduces young climbers to indoor climbing, building essential skills and confidence while fostering a love for the sport in an inclusive and supportive environment. Perfect for budding adventurers!
6 x 30 Min Sessions
6 x 30 Min Sessions, aimed at meeting the requirements to become a NICAS Wild Climber.
NICAS Wild Climbers offers climbing skills for all, from age 3 and upwards. It's a fun, game orientated programme that aims to introduce climbers safely into the indoor climbing environment, developing their awareness of climbing movements, improving confidence and creating a grassroots pathway into additional climbing activities. Wild Climbers is a programme that is designed to be inclusive and accessible for all.
• To give participants a solid grounding in the core skills that help with climbing whilst having fun and gaining confidence in a wall environment. • To safely introduce young children into the indoor climbing environment in a fun and inclusive way. • To develop awareness of climbing movements, improve confidence and create a pathway to the NICAS scheme or other additional climbing activities.
Make sure your child wears closed-toe sneakers or climbing shoes for safety and grip.
Bring water bottles to keep kids energized and focused during sessions.
Allow extra time for check-in and equipment fitting before class.
Clothing should be flexible and non-restrictive for ease of movement.
Portland has a rich outdoor recreation heritage, with climbing becoming a popular sport since the 1970s, supported by local climbing gyms and outdoor parks.
The business emphasizes minimal environmental impact through sustainable facility practices and promotes outdoor climbing as a way to connect with nature responsibly.
Providing proper grip and support for safe climbing.
Allows full movement during climbing activities.
Keeps kids hydrated during sessions.
Optional for older kids who grasp harness usage early.