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The Crux Kids' Page
Special Goings-On Just for Kids
(If you have suggestions for other kid-related programs or events, please let me know.)

All climbers under 18 must have a waiver form signed by parent or
guardian in order to climb.

Crux Kids Climbing
Kids' Rock 'n Rage Summer Camps 2008
Youths' Rock 'n Rage Summer Camps 2008
Youth Night at the Crux
ClimbTime
Parties-Just for Kids (Also, see our new Kids' Party Page.)
Junior Team (This jumps to our Junior Team page.)
Junior Program
Child and Family Web Links (This jumps to our Links Page.)

Teens (minus 1) Rock 'n Rage Summer Camps 2008
Click here for the Youths' Rock 'n Rage application in .pdf format;
and down here for the application in Word (.doc) format.

NOTE: Below is somewhat sketchy information. I'll soon have a Summer Camp web page with additional information.

Make the most of your summer and go rock climbing. Participate in one of the most exciting and challenging extreme sports around Learn, practice, and have a great time in one of the most exciting and challenging extreme sports around. These five day summer camps are designed especially for kids aged 12 to 17. No experience is necessary to participate, as everyone will share in a safe, upbeat, and encouraging environment.

Each day you'll start by learning something new or honing an old skill. Then, you'll gear up and try your new skills on real rock

This five day summer camp is designed especially for kids 12 to 17. The cost is $189.

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Youth Night
Each Friday night between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m., youths aged 17 and under may climb at a reduced rate. The cost is only $10, and includes gear rental. Climbers aged 12 to 17 must be certified before belaying or be accompanied by a certified belayer. Belay certification is not required for those planning only to boulder. Kids aged 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

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ClimbTime for Kids (October through May)
ClimbTime is a climbing and self-improvement program designed especially for children from seven to ten years old.

    October through May, Tuesdays or Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
        (FYI, during the summer, we have our
        Rock 'n Rage Kids' Summer Camps
        and parties
.)

   $60 for one month (four consecutive sessions)
 or
   $110 for two months (eight consecutive sessions)

NEW: We now accept drop-ins for ClimbTime. The cost is $18 per session.

At the Crux, we realize that children get as much concentrated instruction as they can handle each day at school. Therefore, the primary goal of ClimbTime is for kids to have fun in a safe and encouraging environment. Kids will not only have lots of fun, but learn to climb safely and courteously. Along with this, children gain self-confidence and -determination, with an emphasis on focus.

    Student-to-instuctor ratio: 4-to-1
    Gear and instruction are provided.

Pre-registration and pre-payment are required (except for drop-ins), as ClimbTime is a popular program.

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Parties - Just for Kids (June through September)
Does your child want a really unique party? Or do you want to surprise him or her with an especially lively festivity? During the months of June, July, August, and September, the Crux features all kinds of parties, for all kinds of occasions. Just let us know what you want, and we will handle the details. (In fact, we even have parties for adult "kids.")

See our Kids' Party Page for more information, or call us at (541) 484-9535. We promise a great climb for all.

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Junior Program
The Junior Program gives young climbers, 10-18 years of age, an opportunity to train together under the guidance of experienced coaches. This instruction is supportive and encouraging, the goal of which is to build confidence and a sense of camaraderie among the participants, along with a love of rock climbing and physical and mental exercise. The Junior Program meets every Friday, from 3:30 to 5:30 P.M.

The Junior Program is also a training ground for kids who want to join our Crux Junior Team; many Junior Program graduates become Junior Team members. Our Junior Team travels to many climbing competitions on the West Coast. Our team has had great success - six members of our team were chosen in 1996 to compete at the World Championships in Moscow, Russia!

The cost is $175 for a three month membership and three month membership ($225 with gear). An annual membership is preferable, because of the hours required for practice.

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Crux Rock Climbing Gym
401 West 3rd Avenue
Eugene, Oregon 97401
(541) 484-9535

Last update: 04/07/2008