Programs > Alpina Junior
Alpina Jr. climbing team is a new program for students ages 10-11 years. The intent of this program is to grow a new generation of non-competitive, outdoor loving climbers to continue our Alpina Climbing Team.COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The practices will take place at the Boston Rock Gym on Thursdays from 6-8PM. We will begin by focusing on the basics such as footwork, handwork, body movement, balance, breathing and sequencing. In November, extra outdoor weekend classes will be added. During these classes, Alpina Jr. will study wilderness fundamentals such as overcoming obstacleese, orienteering and navigation, how to set up camp, making fires and climbing in difficult weather conditions.GOALS:
Alpina Junior's primary goal is to create an environment where students can all become friends and achieve an sense of team unity. Other goals include preparing stuendts for trips at the end of the year to the White Mountains in New Hampshire such as Lafayette, Chocorua, Monadnock and Mt. Washington.