Capuchin Youth Climbing Teams
We Have TWO Youth Teams!
Team Azara’s &
Team Ka’apor
Team Azara’s
Team Azara’s functions as a hybrid between Recreational and High Performance Teams, perfect for students aiming to consistently improve their climbing for personal mastery.
Accepted Ages: Must be 8 - 17 years old
Practice: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6:15 - 8:15pm
Pricing: $189 / Month
Athletes will focus on topics such as:
Outdoor Climbing
Indoor training to improve strength
Technique and mindset
Regular progress tracking weeks (where climbers apply their new skills to accomplish their climbing goals)
When we’re not training, we’ll have tons of fun with game nights, a monthly family and friends night, quarterly outdoor climbing trips, and even a yearly lock-in!
Team Azara's members get access to the Friday Team Ka'apor practice as an optional third day of supervised free-climbing.
Team Ka’apor
Team Ka’apor focuses on encouraging climbers to have fun in a low-pressure environment!
Accepted Ages: Must be 7–17 years old
Practice: Every Friday from 6:15 PM – 8:00 PM
Pricing: $130 / Month
Athletes will focus on topics such as:
Free climbing
Working on personal climbing projects
Collaborative group games
From 6:15 PM – 6:45 PM, a supervised quiet space is available for students to work on schoolwork before they climb. This is optional and not mandatory.
Try Youth Team Free Today!
Preliminary Visits
With the preliminary visit, athletes get to try ONE WEEK of practices free of charge before making a decision to join the team.
They’ll learn climbing fundamentals, meet our coaches and athletes, and get a feel for our practice structure and the skills they’ll build as a member!
Meet the Coaches!
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Michael has been climbing since January of 2023, and quickly became obsessed with the sport. He has been coaching for a year and loves helping young climbers take their technique to the next level!
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James is one of our Team Ka’apor coaches! He has been climbing for most of his life, and competing for a good portion of that time. Despite that, he enjoys climbing outdoors more than indoors, leading to a more technical focused style of climbing.
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A dynamite climber and communicator, Julio is a coach for Team Azara’s! His favorite part of coaching is laughing with athletes and seeing them improve their personal records!
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T is one of our Team Ka’apor coaches! They have quite a few years of climbing experience behind them, and are very excited to pass along their knowledge & expertise with encouragement & good vibes.
About the Azara’s Capuchin Monkey…
We chose the name “Team Azara’s” because this distinctive species of the capuchin monkey perfectly mirrors the diverse skill levels of our climbers, from recreational enthusiasts to competitive athletes.
Just as the Azara’s Capuchin thrives in various environments, our climbers are trained to excel in different climbing styles making adaptability and resilience key shared traits.
Beyond adaptability, Azara’s Capuchins are renowned for their strength and intelligence. This powerful combination represents the heart and mind of our climbers.
Team Azara’s encapsulates the spirit of our young climbers: versatile, strong, and intelligent. Forces to be reckoned with, ready to conquer any climbing challenge thrown their way!
About the Ka’apor Monkey…
We chose the name "Team Ka'apor" because this distinctive species of the capuchin monkey perfectly mirrors the dynamic and spirited nature of our climbers, putting fun and play at the heart of our team.
Just as the Ka'apor Capuchin is known for its silly, joyful curiosity and willingness to try new things, our climbers are encouraged to approach every practice and challenge with enthusiasm and a playful spirit. This focus on enjoyment ensures resilience and growth without pressure.
Beyond their playful nature, Ka'apor Capuchins are incredibly social and community-driven. This strong bond represents the essential team spirit we foster. Our climbers learn and grow together, making our team a supportive, inclusive, and encouraging environment.
Team Ka'apor encapsulates the spirit of our young climbers: fun-loving, curious, and resilient. We are a joyful force, ready to explore, learn, and conquer every climbing challenge with a smile!
FAQs
What is Capuchin Climbing Team?
The Capuchin Climbing Team is for young climbers who are looking to dedicate a portion of their week learning to enjoy and excel at rock climbing!
Based on each athlete’s goals, they are trained and equipped with what it takes to seriously advance in climbing. Capuchin Climbing Team members are encouraged to (and often do for fun) climb on their own in addition to practice and are expected to show discipline, responsibility, leadership, and teamwork while practicing in the gym.
We are continually refining our Climbing Team program to create a more intentional, customizable, and sustainable curriculum for all of our team climbers. Please return to this page or join our youth mailing list for updates.
Does this team compete?
Competitive climbing is NOT required to be on Capuchin Climbing Team, however, training can be tailored toward becoming a high-level climber for an athlete’s competition or outdoor climbing needs.
We will have monthly Progress Tracking weeks where athletes can participate in friendly competition against their teammates or try to beat their own personal records by applying new skills from the previous training weeks.
How old does my child need to be to belay?
Athletes ages 8 - 11 can belay during practice due to direct coach supervision. However, persons younger than 12 years of age are not permitted to belay outside of practice. We appreciate your cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our youth!
What do athletes do during practice?
A typical practice session includes getting their gear on and immediately beginning a 20-30 minute stretching and warm up workout.
Then they move on to a 90-minute climbing session structured with specific lessons, workouts, drills, and movements to be practiced. They are constantly supervised and encouraged by our coaches who know what each athlete needs to improve.
Our coaches also love to have fun! This means team members can look forward to evenings solely dedicated to fun & games.
What about gear and equipment?
Team members are encouraged to purchase their own equipment but they are allowed to use ClimbCap rental equipment (shoes, harness, chalk bag, belay device, ropes, etc.) during practice at no additional cost. Outside of practices they get free use of a pair of shoes, harness, and belay device at no additional cost.
Does the Team ever climb outdoors?
Yes! Climbing outdoors is a huge part of the experience and allows climbers to expand their range of skills outside of the gym environment.
We provide opportunities to climb outside several times a year under the supervision of our experienced coaches. These outings are more social climbing excursions than formally guided climbing trips and may have additional costs as well as certain climbing or behavior-related prerequisites associated.
Looking for Adventure?
Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you just want your kid to experience a team atmosphere. Team Azara’s is the right place to start. In climbing gyms across the country, there’s a sense of camaraderie among each team member. At ClimbCap, we ensure your child is given the opportunity to push themselves to greater heights in a positive environment.
With climbing’s debut in the 2021 Olympics, indoor climbing competitions have skyrocketed throughout the country. Capuchin Climbing Team gives climbers the camaraderie they would experience in traditional team sports, while still giving them the freedom to blaze their own trail… wherever their climbing goals take them.