Climbing Rec Leagues for local schools.

Climbing Rec Leagues for local schools.

Climbing Rec Leagues for local schools.

Climbing Rec Leagues for local schools.

** As we strive to welcome all who are interested into our Yoga space, please take care to cancel your reservation if you know you won't be using it. That way, others can sign up.

If we have less than three sign-ups for a class, we will cancel the offering and notify folks via email about the change. Thank you!**

Vinyasa classes offer a dynamic flow that energizes the body and spirit and links breath to movement! Just like our All Levels classes, these classes also cater to everyone! You'll leave feeling more present and in tune with your body. All are welcome!

Climbing Rec Leagues for local schools.

** As we strive to welcome all who are interested into our Yoga space, please take care to cancel your reservation if you know you won't be using it. That way, others can sign up.

If we have less than three sign-ups for a class, we will cancel the offering and notify folks via email about the change. Thank you!**

Vinyasa classes offer a dynamic flow that energizes the body and spirit and links breath to movement! Just like our All Levels classes, these classes also cater to everyone! You'll leave feeling more present and in tune with your body. All are welcome!

Hartford Memorial Middle School
5 kids
3 adults

Climbing Rec Leagues for local schools.

Little Rockers is designed for our youngest climbers ages 3-4. This is a fun-filled, 45 minute introductory climbing program that nurtures natural development with age-appropriate obstacle courses, games, and bouldering. Parental involvement is encouraged to enhance the climbing experience.

Two sessions are offered. Participants will register for one.

Session 1: Saturdays 9:00-9:45 am

Session 2: Sundays 9:00-9:45 am

Scramblers is designed for young climbers between the ages 5-7. Discover the basics of climbing, make new friends, and climb, climb, climb in this action packed program!

Two sessions are offered. Participants will register for one or the other.

Session 1: Saturdays 10:00-11:00 am OR Session 2: Sundays 10:00-11:00 am

Nurtures natural development with age-appropriate skills, games, bouldering, rope climbing, and problem-solving activities.

This event is a time slot where adults can book birthday parties for a child. Once you reserve a time slot, The Notch staff will follow up with a confirmation and next steps.

Birthday Parties at The Notch Include:

• 2 hrs of access to the kids wall on our Upper Mezzanine, party room, kitchenette, fridge, tables, and chairs.    
• Introduction, warm up game, orientation to climbing, and engaging programming on our kids wall led by our enthusiastic staff (75-90 minutes)
• Gear rental is included for all participants

Helpful Guidelines:

• Please don’t plan to arrive more than 30 minutes early. The party space may not be ready yet!
• The party organizer may arrive to set up 30 minutes early, but should be mindful that staff may also be cleaning and prepping the space during that time.
• The Notch will provide orientation, an introduction to climbing safety and technique, and belays for 75-90 minutes of the party.
• A waiver is required for all attendees, including parents.
• After climbing, attendees may use our party room for food, cake, presents, etc for the remaining 30-45 mins of the 2 hr party block.
• Parents are asked to supervise non-climbing activities.
• If a parent is interested in climbing, a day pass (or membership) is required.
• Food can only be consumed in the party room. We will climb first, then you may celebrate as you wish!
• Sorry, no outside decorations are permitted at this time!
• Food, drink, utensils, and paper-goods aren’t included in the base price. If you’d like for us to supply food or other supplies, please contact us when you make your reservation to make arrangements.

This event is a time slot where adults can book birthday parties for a child. Once you reserve a time slot, The Notch staff will follow up with a confirmation and next steps.

Birthday Parties at The Notch Include:

• 2 hrs of access to the kids wall on our Upper Mezzanine, party room, kitchenette, fridge, tables, and chairs.    
• Introduction, warm up game, orientation to climbing, and engaging programming on our kids wall led by our enthusiastic staff (75-90 minutes)
• Gear rental is included for all participants

Helpful Guidelines:

• Please don’t plan to arrive more than 30 minutes early. The party space may not be ready yet!
• The party organizer may arrive to set up 30 minutes early, but should be mindful that staff may also be cleaning and prepping the space during that time.
• The Notch will provide orientation, an introduction to climbing safety and technique, and belays for 75-90 minutes of the party.
• A waiver is required for all attendees, including parents.
• After climbing, attendees may use our party room for food, cake, presents, etc for the remaining 30-45 mins of the 2 hr party block.
• Parents are asked to supervise non-climbing activities.
• If a parent is interested in climbing, a day pass (or membership) is required.
• Food can only be consumed in the party room. We will climb first, then you may celebrate as you wish!
• Sorry, no outside decorations are permitted at this time!
• Food, drink, utensils, and paper-goods aren’t included in the base price. If you’d like for us to supply food or other supplies, please contact us when you make your reservation to make arrangements.

In this 2 hour class, participants will learn:

-How to put on a harness and check a partner’s harness

-How to tie in with a figure eight retrace and check that the knot is correct

-How to set up a tube style belay device

-How to safely top rope belay with the PBUS method

-How to safely lower a climber

-Proper pre-climb safety checks and climber belayer communication

Little Rockers is designed for our youngest climbers ages 3-4. This is a fun-filled, 45 minute introductory climbing program that nurtures natural development with age-appropriate obstacle courses, games, and bouldering. Parental involvement is encouraged to enhance the climbing experience.

Two sessions are offered. Participants will register for one.

Session 1: Saturdays 9:00-9:45 am

Session 2: Sundays 9:00-9:45 am

Scramblers is designed for young climbers between the ages 5-7. Discover the basics of climbing, make new friends, and climb, climb, climb in this action packed program!

Two sessions are offered. Participants will register for one or the other.

Session 1: Saturdays 10:00-11:00 am OR Session 2: Sundays 10:00-11:00 am

Nurtures natural development with age-appropriate skills, games, bouldering, rope climbing, and problem-solving activities.

This event is a time slot where adults can book birthday parties for a child. Once you reserve a time slot, The Notch staff will follow up with a confirmation and next steps.

Birthday Parties at The Notch Include:

• 2 hrs of access to the kids wall on our Upper Mezzanine, party room, kitchenette, fridge, tables, and chairs.    
• Introduction, warm up game, orientation to climbing, and engaging programming on our kids wall led by our enthusiastic staff (75-90 minutes)
• Gear rental is included for all participants

Helpful Guidelines:

• Please don’t plan to arrive more than 30 minutes early. The party space may not be ready yet!
• The party organizer may arrive to set up 30 minutes early, but should be mindful that staff may also be cleaning and prepping the space during that time.
• The Notch will provide orientation, an introduction to climbing safety and technique, and belays for 75-90 minutes of the party.
• A waiver is required for all attendees, including parents.
• After climbing, attendees may use our party room for food, cake, presents, etc for the remaining 30-45 mins of the 2 hr party block.
• Parents are asked to supervise non-climbing activities.
• If a parent is interested in climbing, a day pass (or membership) is required.
• Food can only be consumed in the party room. We will climb first, then you may celebrate as you wish!
• Sorry, no outside decorations are permitted at this time!
• Food, drink, utensils, and paper-goods aren’t included in the base price. If you’d like for us to supply food or other supplies, please contact us when you make your reservation to make arrangements.

This event is a time slot where adults can book birthday parties for a child. Once you reserve a time slot, The Notch staff will follow up with a confirmation and next steps.

Birthday Parties at The Notch Include:

• 2 hrs of access to the kids wall on our Upper Mezzanine, party room, kitchenette, fridge, tables, and chairs.    
• Introduction, warm up game, orientation to climbing, and engaging programming on our kids wall led by our enthusiastic staff (75-90 minutes)
• Gear rental is included for all participants

Helpful Guidelines:

• Please don’t plan to arrive more than 30 minutes early. The party space may not be ready yet!
• The party organizer may arrive to set up 30 minutes early, but should be mindful that staff may also be cleaning and prepping the space during that time.
• The Notch will provide orientation, an introduction to climbing safety and technique, and belays for 75-90 minutes of the party.
• A waiver is required for all attendees, including parents.
• After climbing, attendees may use our party room for food, cake, presents, etc for the remaining 30-45 mins of the 2 hr party block.
• Parents are asked to supervise non-climbing activities.
• If a parent is interested in climbing, a day pass (or membership) is required.
• Food can only be consumed in the party room. We will climb first, then you may celebrate as you wish!
• Sorry, no outside decorations are permitted at this time!
• Food, drink, utensils, and paper-goods aren’t included in the base price. If you’d like for us to supply food or other supplies, please contact us when you make your reservation to make arrangements.

Climbing Rec Leagues for local schools.

Climbing Rec Leagues for local schools.

The Notch After School Program is designed for kids who are interested in climbing but are not connected to a school or rec. department. Participants will develop climbing skills and build friendships in a supportive environment. Ideal for young climbers interested in recreational climbing, with no prior experience required.

For ages 8-10, sessions are offered either Monday or Wednesday from 3:45-5:15pm

Climbing Rec Leagues for local schools.

The Notch After School Program is designed for kids who are interested in climbing but are not connected to a school or rec. department. Participants will develop climbing skills and build friendships in a supportive environment. Ideal for young climbers interested in recreational climbing, with no prior experience required.

For ages 11-13, sessions are offered Tuesday and Thursday from 3:45-5:15pm.

** As we strive to welcome all who are interested into our Yoga space, please take care to cancel your reservation if you know you won't be using it. That way, others can sign up.

If we have less than three sign-ups for a class, we will cancel the offering and notify folks via email about the change. Thank you!**

Vinyasa classes offer a dynamic flow that energizes the body and spirit and links breath to movement! Just like our All Levels classes, these classes also cater to everyone! You'll leave feeling more present and in tune with your body. All are welcome!

In this 1 hour class, participants will learn:

-The differences between roped climbing and bouldering

-Bouldering and roped climbs grading systems

-How to safely boulder and fall

-How to use auto belays

-Gym climbing etiquette

-Basic climbing movement skills and drills

-Basic climbing terminology