Children
All children under 18 years old must have a parent or legal guardian sign their liability waiver. Please download waiver and send it with your child. We can fax or mail this waiver to you or you may come in person to the gym to sign it.
Youths - Age 12 and over

Youths (age 12 and over) can be treated either as adults or children (see below)

Children Under 12

Children under 12 years old cannot belay (operate the rope safety devices) other climbers. There are 4 options for children under 12:

1.) Family Climb
Parents participate by belaying (holding the rope) for their children. Climbing time is limited only by the child's endurance and level of interest. The cost is $11/child and $10/parent for a first visit lesson. Pre-booking is required only for the first visit lesson


2.) Children's Parties

The Rock Oasis is a great place to have a party for your child's birthday or any other celebration where a fun activity is what you are looking for. The staff will look after all the safety details so you and your children can relax and have fun. Minimum 4 children, maximum 12 children.


Activities

  • Each child will be fitted with a climbing harness
  • Instructors will operate the safety equipment while the children climb
  • Each child will try lots of climbs which are both challenging and attainable

Instructors
Children will be supervised by professional climbing instructors who are certified by the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides or by The Rock Oasis Inc. The instructor to climber ratio is 1:4.

Parents
Parents are welcome to watch or to participate in the climbing. Parents are required to leave the organization and instruction to the professional climbing instructors. Each child MUST have a waiver form signed by a legal guardian.

Prices
The cost of a party is $20 per climber for two hours. Optional party rooms are available for $25/hour. Call in advance to reserve a time for your party. To confirm a booking, a deposit of $10 per child for the number booked is required. The balance of $10 per child for the number who arrive is payable at the beginning of the party. The numbers can be changed up to 48 hours before the party and then any extra deposit is applied to the balance payable.

3.) Summer and March Break Climbing Camp

  • every weekday during summer & March holidays
  • 9am - 12 noon: pre-register the week prior
  • 1pm - 4pm: preregistration is not required, but recommended to ensure a spot
  • maximum of 24 climbers per session
  • certified instructors will help you climb and keep you safe
  • if you are under 18 your parents must sign a waiver
  • cost is $20

 

4.) Hire a Belayer

Just drop off the kids and our professional instructors will belay. The maximum ratio is 4 children per instructor. Pre-booking and full payment is required in advance.

  • if you are under 18 your parent must sign a waiver
  • cost is $45/hour