School Climbing Club

When Are School Club Meet-Ups?

If your school already has an established Climbing Club, your practice schedule, location, and session dates have already been coordinated with your club sponsor and Peak Experiences. Students enrolled in an active School Climbing Club receive a full membership for the duration of the club session, allowing them to climb during regular business hours outside of scheduled club meet-ups. 

Please review the information provided by your club sponsor/leader for your club's specific start date, practice schedule, registration instructions, and membership details. A list of schools currently participating in the School Climbing Club program and their corresponding session start dates can be found below.

Current School Club Start Dates

• VCU Starting 8/24/2026
  • Meetups are Mondays and Wednesdays at Peak RVA
• UofR Starting 9/8/2026
  • Meetups are Tuesdays and Fridays at Peak RVA
• 7 Hills Starting 9/10/2026 
  • Meetups are Thursdays at Peak RVA
• Cosby Starting 9/17/2026
  • Meetups are Thursdays at Peak Midlo

(Additional schools may be added throughout the year as new clubs are formed.)

What Do Club Meet-Ups Look Like?

Meet-Up 1: Welcome session with introductions, facility rules and expectations, gym etiquette, and Auto Belay Certification.

Meet-Up 2: Free Learn the Ropes (LTR) class with our Peak staff. Students 13 years and older learn how to belay.

Meet-Up 3: Belay Certification testing for all climbers 13 years and older. Once certified, climbers can independently use our top rope climbing areas during club practices and regular visits.

Ongoing Club Meet-Ups: After completing the introductory sessions, clubs transition into their regularly scheduled practices. Students continue developing their climbing skills, working toward personal goals, building confidence, and growing as part of their school climbing community.

Pricing

3-Month Prepaid Membership

• $180 per climber and includes:
  • Weekly school meet-ups
  • Free Learn the Ropes Class for climbers 13 years and older
  • Full membership to both Peak Experiences locations
  • Access to the gym outside of meet-up times during regular business hours
  • Unlimited rental gear, including: Harness, Climbing shoes, Belay device, and Chalk bag

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I miss a club meet-up? No problem! Your School Club Membership includes full access to both Peak Experiences locations for the duration of your membership. Students can continue climbing and practicing skills outside of scheduled club meet-ups during regular business hours.

Can climbers under 13 become belay certified? No. Climbers must be at least 13 years old to become belay certified at Peak Experiences.

Do students need previous climbing experience? No! School Climbing Clubs are open to climbers of all experience levels. Whether you're trying climbing for the first time or already have experience on the wall, our clubs provide a fun and supportive environment where students can learn new skills, build confidence, stay active, and progress at their own pace.