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Climbing Instruction
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Learn the Ropes
(Age 14+)
New to Roped Climbing? This regularly-scheduled 2-hour introduction to Top Rope Climbing will help you master the basic skills needed to climb at Volta independent of an instructor.
This class will focus on: climbing harness basics, how to tie-in, how to belay, as well as give ample time for practice and implementation of those skills.
Member—Free | Non-member $40 -
Intro to Sport Lead
(Age 16+)
Unlock the full potential of Volta. This 2-day course (held weekly on [alternating] Monday/Wednesday + Thursday/Friday) will focus on: efficient clipping, lead belaying, and how to take and catch falls.
— First class: Skill Building (3 hours)
— Second class: Practice and Implementation (2 hours)
Member $50 | Non-member $99(To sign up for Sport Lead, you must climb our designated 5.9 evaluation rope climbing route comfortably. Please let a Volta employee know you’d like to be tested on this prerequisite climb, and we’ll observe you completing the route.)
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Transition to Outdoor Sport Climbing
July 25 ● Aug. 20
Our new Transition to Outdoor Sport Climbing Class is designed for climbers who have passed a Volta lead test and are ready to dip their toes into outdoor sport climbing! In this 3-hour class (6-9 pm), you'll learn the essential differences between gym and outdoor lead climbing, focusing on sport anchoring techniques, rappelling skills, gear cleaning procedures, and ethical considerations.
This class takes place only at the Volta facility. If you wish to further your outdoor skills after the class, use your 25% off coupon to schedule a session with our partner Atlantic Climbing School.
Member $75 | Non-member $99
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Intro to Bouldering for Women and Gender Nonconforming People
Tuesday, July 9th ● 6:30-8:30p
This 2-hour Intro to Bouldering class will give you the skills and confidence to begin your bouldering journey from a place of knowledge and empowerment. Beginners and first-time climbers are encouraged to attend!
The class will focus on basic climbing techniques, body awareness, safety practices, and growing your climbing-specific vocabulary. We'll work as a group to make the bouldering space feel approachable and exciting for everyone!
Member $20 | Non-member $40
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🏳️🌈 Intro to Bouldering for the Queer Community
Tuesday, August 6th ● 6:30-8:30 p
This is a 2-hour Intro to Bouldering class with Jess (pictured at left). The class will give you the skills and confidence to begin your bouldering journey from a place of knowledge and empowerment. Beginners and first-time climbers are encouraged to attend!
The class will focus on basic climbing techniques, body awareness, safety practices, and growing your climbing-specific vocabulary. We'll work as a group to make the bouldering space feel approachable and exciting for everyone!
Member—$20 | Non-member $40
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Private Coaching w/ Jesse Cameron
“With many years of climbing experience and specifically training for climbing movements, I can help any climber from beginner to advanced push their climbing to the next level.
My goal is to support you in the pursuit of climbing. From the first session we'll set goals that motivate you and then I help you implement them.
Climbing is an art. It's a combination of many different types of skills; both physical and mental. We'll focus on how to properly warmup, strength training, climbing technique, "try hard", and injury prevention.
Volta was built with progression in mind, for all abilities. I'm excited to help you find and accomplish your goals.”
— Coach Jesse
$50/hr.
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Family Learn the Ropes
The goal of this 2-hour session is to teach parents the skills they need to pass our Belay Test.
Simultaneously, the kids learn basic climbing skills with another instructor.
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Intro to Bouldering
New to Bouldering? This 90-minute introduction will help you navigate the Bouldering area at Volta.
This class will focus on: grading, body positioning, hold recognition, and movement.
Member $20 | Non-member $40 -
Women + Gender Nonconforming People 'Learn the Ropes' class
This 90-minute introduction to Top Rope Climbing is a women and non-binary people only class. Come as you are and master the basic skills needed to climb at Volta independent of an instructor.
This class will focus on: climbing harness basics, how to tie-in, how to belay, as well as give ample time for practice and implementation of those skills.
Member—Free | Non-member $20
NEXT DATE TBD
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Clinics
Volta is excited to start providing specialized instruction for the climbing community.
Is there a clinic you would like to see at Volta? We want to hear from you. Please share your ideas with our Volta staff.info@voltaclimbing.com
Some of the ideas that have been percolating so far: Projecting — Route Reading — Breaking Plateaus — Performance
Looking to rope climb but don’t have a partner? Check out our Staff Belay hours
Youth Programs
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Summer Camps
Registration is OPEN for the 2024 season!
Our themed summer adventures are a combination of indoor and outdoor climbing, hiking, crafts and games, and exploration designed to facilitate deeper learning. Expedition Volta is about adventure and connection!
Through these immersive experiences, your child will learn about their own creativity, capacity, and ability to problem solve. They will build confidence in a supportive team environment and hopefully be inspired to stretch beyond their own perceived limitations. -
Club Volta
AGES 6-9
4:00 - 6:00 PMDay Options:
Wednesdays Only, Fridays Only, Both Wed. + Fri.
Week Options:
September 11 — November 8 • 8 weeks
September 11 — October 4 • 4 weeks
Is a young person in your life giddy about climbing or interested in learning more? This is an 4 (or) 8-WEEK recreational group designed to have fun, foster growth and encourage interest.
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Team Volta
AGES 9-13 (U-14)
Tuesdays + Thursdays • 4pm-6pm
September 10 — November 14 • 10 weeks
AGES 14-18 (U-18)
Tuesdays + Thursdays • 6:30pm-8:30pm
September 10 — November 14 • 10 weeksThese 8-WEEK programs are cooperative with the potential to compete, and designed to hone skills and encourage active engagement.
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Private Sessions
Private Belay: No belayer? Book a climbing session for your child and let a Volta instructor handle the ropes.
— 1 hour minimum
— 1:5 instructor to participant ratio
— harness included
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Birthday Parties
Let us handle the ropes for your kid’s birthday party! Join us for 2 hours of climbing fun and festivities (including access to private room for food and celebration). Call with questions!
— 1:5 instructor to participant ratio
— Food options available upon request
— All needed gear is included
$300 for first 10 participants
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Winter Camps
Jam-packed 1/2 days of climbing, discovery, and connection that coincide with winter school breaks in December and February!
If your child is excited about climbing, is energetic, and enjoys new experiences this is the right place for them! This camp is for both new and seasoned climbers. Our diverse routes allow us to accommodate for different skill levels and climbing styles.Through these immersive experiences, your child will learn about their own creativity, capacity, and ability to problem solve. They will build confidence in a supportive team environment and hopefully be inspired to stretch beyond their own perceived limitations.
