CAYA for All: Intermediate

Session Details

• Duration: 90 minutes a week for 6 weeks
• Cost: $119 Members, $149 Guests
• Age Requirements: 18+

Important Notes

• This class requires a minimum of 3 participants to run. We will cancel the class at 3PM the day before if we do not receive enough sign-ups.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this class, participants will be able to:

• Assess personal climbing performance across grip strength, core strength, flexibility, and endurance, and identify key areas for improvement.
• Demonstrate an advanced warm-up routine appropriate for intermediate to advanced climbing sessions.
• Apply upper body strength training techniques, including effective use of fingerboards, campus boards, and pull-up progressions.
• Exhibit improved finger strength and grip control across a variety of hold types.
• Demonstrate enhanced lower body technique, including precise foot placement on small footholds and efficient weight transfer.
• Improve flexibility and mobility to support a wider range of climbing movements and positions.
• Engage core muscles effectively to maintain body tension on challenging terrain.
• Differentiate between power and endurance climbing, and apply appropriate training methods for each.
• Use heart rate awareness to support endurance training and recovery strategies.
• Read and sequence advanced routes, making strategic decisions before and during climbs.
• Develop and follow a personalized training plan based on individual goals and assessment results.
• Apply mental training strategies to manage fear, improve focus, and increase confidence on difficult climbs.
• Utilize board training tools (e.g., Kilter board) to build strength and technique.
• Track and evaluate progress through re-assessment and performance reflection.

This class requires the advanced scheduling of instructors and booking of participants. Please take this into consideration when scheduling your class and ensure you will be able to attend. Should you need to cancel or reschedule, our policy states:

Full refunds are only given when cancellations are made at least two weeks prior to class. No shows, or cancellations made within two weeks will result in a forfeit of the amount paid. We may be able to reschedule you for a different time slot, but there are no guarantees.