Climbing for under 18s
Safe, structured and fun bouldering sessions for juniors — whether they’re brand new or ready to progress.
Getting started
Junior Casual
A Coach led, casual session open to new and returning climbers climbers ages 7-14+.
Intro to Bouldering 14+
A Guided Bouldering session to introduce the sport that covers safety, wall rules, and basic movement.
Junior Sign-off
This is the second part of our two-part Induction and Sign-Off course for ages 14-15. This is an informal assessment where participants are asked to demonstrate that they know how to keep themselves and others safe while using the walls.
Clubs and seasonal sessions
Term-Time Junior Clubs
Following the NICAS Bouldering (National Indoor Climbing Award Scheme) curriculum, our Junior Club is a termly course that aims to take young climbers from being complete beginners through to being competent and confident climbers.
School Holidays
Over the holidays we have an increased number of Junior Casual Sessions, Junior Club Holiday Sessions, or the chance to explore three exciting activities in one safe, inclusive and high-energy day with The Project Experience.
Other ways to climb
Private Junior & Birthday Sessions
Instructor-led private sessions for birthdays and group bookings.
EYG's (Experienced Young Climbers)
We have advanced sessions for committed juniors focused on higher-level progression.
Families
If you want to supervise your kids climbing, you must be registered with us as a competent climber.
Not sure if that’s you? Call us now for more info!
Please note you can only supervise up to 2 children (aged 4+) per session.
Come find us
We are located on the top floor of the Dolphin Centre above Poole Bus Station.
Parking is available at the Dolphin Centre Multi-Storey Car Park.
Opening times
Weekdays: 10am - 10pm
Weekends: 10am - 6pm
Pricing + Memberships
Not sure how often you’ll be climbing? A day pass is a great fit!
If you plan to come more regularly, use a bundle pass to save money or become a member to save even more!
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