Team Beta is Beta Bouldering Gym’s youth rock climbing program that develops the next generation of climbers. Designed for ages 8–18, Team Beta offers progressive training for both recreational and competitive athletes. Programs and classes accommodate all ability and interest levels, including beginner classes, technique and strength development, competition prep, and age-specific coaching. Participants benefit from qualified coaches, a structured curriculum, and opportunities for competitions and community events.

All athletes planning to join Team Beta for the 2026–2027 season are required to attend tryouts on July 25th, 2026 from 12:00 PM–2:00 PM.

During the two-hour session, athletes will participate in a normal training environment where they can climb, meet coaches, and become familiar with the Team Beta program. Coaches will evaluate each athlete based on movement skills, behavior, coachability, effort, and overall engagement.

After tryouts, families will receive an email notifying them of their athlete’s team placement. Following placement, required parent meetings will be scheduled to review season expectations, training structure, and program details.

The official season will begin on August 3rd, 2026.

No experience necessary! Team Beta offers youth climbing programs for kids of all skill levels, from first-time climbers to experienced competitors. Our coaches create supportive training environments that help every athlete build confidence, technique, and a love for climbing.

Nothing at all! Tryouts are free for both new and existing Team beta athletes.

Recreational rock climbing is designed for athletes who are new to climbing or who prefer a fun, non-competitive environment. Recreational team athletes focus on building foundational rock climbing skills, movement techniques, strength, and confidence while progressing at their own pace.

Competitive climbing is geared toward athletes who are interested in training and competing in the sport of climbing. In addition to developing advanced climbing skills, competitive team athletes work with coaches on competition strategy, mental preparation, and discipline-specific training to progress through the USA Climbing Youth Circuit and beyond.

We offer programs for kids ages 8-18. Placement within our teams is based on age, ability, and level of interest.

All youth athletes, new and existing, who are interested in being placed on any of our three offered teams are required to register for and attend tryouts.

Current recreational Team Beta athletes who plan to remain on the recreational team are not required to attend, but encouraged to attend.

None! While we recommend that every child has their own pair of climbing shoes and a chalk bag, we offer youth athletes rental gear at no additional cost.

Youth athletes receive 30% off climbing shoes upon joining any of our offered youth teams.

Team Beta offers premier youth rock climbing training in Northern Arizona for athletes of all experience levels. Our coaching staff brings more than 30 years of combined climbing and competitive experience, helping young climbers build confidence, technical skills, and a lifelong passion for the sport.

Team Beta athletes have competed at the highest levels of youth climbing, including qualification for the Youth World Championships — an elite competition featuring only the top youth climbers from each country. Whether your child is brand new to climbing or pursuing national-level competition, Team Beta provides a supportive environment focused on growth, progression, and community.