With support from Seattle's Vertical World, the girls meet with their mentor in the gym once a week for nine weeks and learn the lessons of our program. In the safe and controlled environment of the climbing gym, each student learns basic rock climbing skills including care and use of all equipment, knot tying, climbing technique and belaying.
Safety is our number one priority.
Our goal is not only for each student to learn how to climb but also to give her an opportunity to learn more about herself. We concentrate on building self-confidence, developing trust, setting goals, and conquering challenges. To conclude the program, family and friends are invited to attend the graduation ceremony where our proud graduates have the opportunity to show off what they have learned and a chance to teach their family how to climb. Transportation to and from the program each week is available from designated areas. Scholarship applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.