Learn, laugh
and climb together.
Fun, single-session classes and events for youth and families. Whether your kids are brand new or already hooked, it’s a hands-on way to learn, bond and challenge yourselves — in a place that cheers every try.
You want them moving. They want it to be fun.
- “We need PE that isn’t another lap around the block.”
- “My kid has never climbed. Will they keep up?”
- “I won’t know what to do once we walk in.”
Climbing feels like play and works like PE. Our sessions are made for beginners and experienced climbers alike, and our staff will show you and your kids exactly where to start.
One session. Big memories.
No season-long commitment. Choose a class or event, show up and climb together.
Youth Classes & Events
Hands-on classes and events for kids and families, right here in German Village. Browse the calendar and grab a spot.
See the CalendarHomeschool Climbing
PE that doesn’t feel like PE. Climbing is a fun, engaging way to keep kids active — physically and mentally.
Book HomeschoolFamily Climb Day
No class needed. Grab day passes, sign the waiver and climb together on the easiest problems.
Buy Day PassesHere’s how it works.
No experience needed. Wear comfy clothes, and rent shoes at the desk for $7.
Pick a session
Browse the Bloc Garten calendar for youth classes and events, or book homeschool climbing at Vertical Adventures.
Sign the waiver
Do it online before you come. Climbers under 18 need a parent or guardian to sign and watch the orientation video.
Show up and climb
Check in at the front desk, grab your shoes and get ready to make some memories on the wall.
PE your kids will actually ask for.
Looking for new ways to bring physical education into your homeschool curriculum? Climbing is fun, engaging and good for kids of all ages — and even adults. It gets kids more active, physically and mentally, one problem at a time.
- When: Tuesdays at 9 AM or Thursdays at 1 PM
- Where: Vertical Adventures, our sister 5.Life gym
- Who: kids of all ages — parents are welcome to climb too
Good questions, quick answers.
Still curious? Call us at 614 929-6277 or email info@blocgarten.com.
Does my kid need climbing experience?
Where do I find upcoming youth classes and events?
Where does homeschool climbing happen?
What are the rules for kids?
- 4 and under: within arm’s length of their supervising adult (max 2 kids per adult)
- 5–7: direct supervision (max 2 kids per adult)
- 8–14: direct supervision (max 3 kids per adult)
Can parents climb too?
What should we wear?
Hooked after one session? Keep them climbing.
Weekly coached climbing for kids and teens, camps for school’s out, winter break and summer, and birthday parties on the wall.
See you on the wall.
Grab a spot at the next youth class or event — or book homeschool climbing for your crew.