We are one of the biggest and best climbing facilities in the world, providing significant advantages to the athletes who train and climb here.
At The Front, youth athletes come to discover, learn, and inevitably fall in love with climbing.
Climbing is a community centered sport. As such, climbing teams and athletes nationwide see sportsmanship and comradery as paramount. At national events, competitors genuinely cheer for one another and encourage each athlete to do their very best. Athletes are not competing against one another per se. Rather, they are all collectively competing against the unique challenge laid out before them on the wall. Climbing is a sport that can feel as competitive or laid back as the athlete desires.
Living along the Wasatch Front provides unique experiences for young climbers. Utah is home to some of the best climbing resources in the world, indoors and out. From the technical granite test-pieces of Little Cottonwood Canyon, to the newly established USA Climbing Training Facility in downtown Salt Lake, the climbing opportunities here are world-class. This, coupled with Salt Lake City’s long and rich history of groundbreaking climbing achievements, competitions, and industry advancements, makes the city the premiere destination for those looking to pursue competitive climbing objectives. To find more information regarding the competitive climbing season, visit usaclimbing.org.
The Rec Team works to advance technical climbing skills and improves fundamental movement technique in a fun, supportive environment. The team’s goal is for participants to develop skills and interest in the sport while enjoying the satisfaction that comes with growing as an athlete.
Team members under 14 must be checked in at the front desk by a parent or guardian.
This program bridges the gap between the Competitive and Rec Teams and is for youth who already possess a solid understanding of basic climbing technique and have demonstrated an interest in climbing in a structured environment.
This Intermediate team members will learn advanced technique, dive into the basics of climbing-specific strength and mobility training, and provides an introduction to competition climbing strategies in a more relaxed setting than the Competitive Team. Intermediate Team members are not required to attend competitions at this level but will be encouraged to do so!
Team members under 14 must be checked in at the front desk by a parent or guardian.
The Comp Team is an avenue for athletes to deepen their appreciation and understanding of advanced climbing skills. Such skills include on-sight and redpoint climbing, motor skills – including the initiation and timing of climbing’s complex movements – and emotional skills, such as staying calm in demanding high-pressure situations.
The coaching staff makes use of tools such as video analysis to help team members be successful in these areas. The team also engages in sport-specific training so that they are technically, emotionally, and athletically prepared for the unique challenges of climbing. We love seeing these gifted athletes develop and grow as people!
Team members under 14 must be checked in at the front desk by a parent or guardian.
Our coaches are selected for their expertise as teachers and climbers, as well as their experience instructing groups and individuals. The emotional well-being and development of each athlete comes first, as our coaches acknowledge that great performances come from confident, happy athletes who believe in themselves and their abilities.
After submitting the form below, we will contact you to set up a try out for your child to join The Front’s Youth Climbing Team. Try outs are non-competitive and are only to assess skill level to make sure your child is placed on the appropriate team. Placement on preferred team is not guaranteed.
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