Club

Foundation Youth Squad

Who it's for
Kids and teens
Level and climbing
Beginners
When and how long
Tuesday to Friday 16:15–17:15 and Saturday 08:00–09:00 in term time · 10-week term of 1-hour sessions
Where
Gravity Worx, 182-184 Sussex St, Pascoe Vale, Melbourne, 3044

Price

$360 a term

Twice a week costs $600. A $40 deposit secures a place; the term includes unlimited climbing outside class, $5 entry in the school holidays and gear during classes.

About the class

For young climbers starting out: fun-focused sessions that teach them to move safely off the ground, working towards single-coloured routes.

As Gravity Worx lists it. Times and prices change, so check with the wall before you book. Something wrong? Let us know.

More classes at Gravity Worx

In the classes library
  • InductionTeens and adults

    Lead Assessment

    Walk in during opening hours; quieter weekday afternoons are bestImprovers, Advanced

    Climbers who already lead are assessed by staff on a walk-in basis to be signed off for lead climbing and lead belaying; the gym runs no lead courses.

  • InductionAll ages

    Safety Induction

    On your first visitBeginners

    Free with entry

    Once your waiver is signed, staff give you a short safety induction before you climb; it usually takes a few minutes. No booking needed.

  • Learn to climbAdults

    Adult Squad

    One evening a week, Tuesdays or Thursdays 19:30–20:30; blocks run on demand5 weekly sessions of 1 hourBeginners, Improvers, Advanced

    $250 for the course

    Five-week group classes for adults of all levels, from first-timers to experienced climbers working on technique, skills and personal goals.

  • ClubKids and teens

    Advanced Youth Squad

    Tuesday to Friday 18:15–19:30 and Saturday 11:00–12:30 in term time10-week term of 75-minute sessionsAdvanced

    $360 a term

    For climbers consistently on grade 18+, focused on lead climbing, lead belaying, strategy and fitness. Own harness and shoes needed.

  • ClubKids and teens

    Development HS Youth Squad

    Tuesday to Friday 17:15–18:15 and Saturday 09:00–10:00 in term time10-week term of 1-hour sessionsBeginners, Improvers

    $360 a term

    For older beginners or climbers moving up from Development PS, with a focus on top-rope belaying and more advanced technique across disciplines.

  • ClubKids and teens

    Development PS Youth Squad

    Tuesday to Friday 16:15–17:15 and Saturday 09:00–10:00 in term time10-week term of 1-hour sessionsBeginners, Improvers

    $360 a term

    For younger climbers who know the safety basics and terminology, developing technical movement and solving problems on their own.

  • ClubKids and teens

    High Performance Youth Squad

    Tuesday and Wednesday 18:15–20:00 and Saturday 11:00–13:00 in term time10-week term of 1 hour 45 minute sessions, twice a weekAdvanced

    $650 a term

    Training for competitive young climbers, who are expected to come twice a week: advanced technique, fitness, lead climbing and lead belaying. Entry by talking to the coaches; own harness and shoes needed.

  • ClubKids and teens

    Intermediate Youth Squad

    Tuesday to Friday 17:15–18:15 (Thursday also 18:15–19:15) and Saturday 10:00–11:00 in term time10-week term of 1-hour sessionsImprovers

    $360 a term

    For climbers consistently climbing grade 16+ who can top-rope belay safely: refining technique, independent climbing and competition preparation.

  • Holiday campKids

    School Holiday Program

    Tuesdays to Thursdays in the school holidays, 10:30–12:302 hoursBeginners, Improvers

    $60 a session

    Coached holiday sessions mixing climbing, games and coaching for children of all abilities; no experience needed. Sessions run only if minimum numbers are reached.

  • Private lesson

    Private Coaching

    Booked online at least 7 days ahead1 hour

    $100 an hour

    A full hour with one of the gym's coaches on technique, movement and confidence, alone or with one or two friends.

Clubs and squads at other walls nearby

  • ClubAges 8–12

    Youth Squad A (8–12)

    Tuesdays or Wednesdays 16:15–17:15 in term time10 weekly sessions of 1 hourBeginners, Improvers

    $350 for the term

    The Crux, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia0.5 km away

    Coached weekly bouldering for children aged 8 to 12 in groups of up to eight, with warm-ups, skill drills and challenges on the wall. The full term ticket also lets them climb at the gym outside their sessions.

  • ClubAges 13–17

    Youth Squad B (13–17)

    Tuesdays 17:30–18:45 in term time10 weekly sessions of 75 minutes

    The Crux, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia0.5 km away

    Coached weekly bouldering sessions for teenagers aged 13 to 17 through the school term, in groups of up to ten.

  • ClubAges 12–19

    Development Squad

    Mondays and Wednesdays 18:30–20:30 in school termSchool termImprovers, Advanced

    $217 a month

    Boulder Lab Brunswick, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia5.6 km away

    The competitive pathway squad for young climbers interested in competition and performance climbing, adding more specific training and strength and conditioning. Entry is by assessment.

  • ClubAges 12–19

    Youth Squad

    Mondays and Wednesdays 17:00–18:30 in school termSchool termBeginners, Improvers, Advanced

    $195.33 a month

    Boulder Lab Brunswick, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia5.6 km away

    Coached squad for climbers aged 12 to 19 of any ability, with a structured curriculum from movement basics to problem solving and competition tactics. Up to six climbers per coach; competitions are optional.

  • ClubAges 5–10

    Junior Climbing Club: FUNdamentals (5–10)

    Saturdays 08:00–09:30 and 09:30–11:00, Sundays 09:15–10:451½ hours a weekBeginners, Improvers

    $29 a week

    Hardrock Melbourne CBD, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia9.0 km away

    A weekly coached session where children learn climbing movement through games, with free climbing at Hardrock during opening hours. New members join at the start and middle of each school term, after a trial session.

  • ClubAges up to 10

    Junior Climbing Club: Progressive FUNdamentals

    Saturdays 11:00–12:30, Sundays 10:45–12:151½ hours a weekImprovers

    $33 a week

    Hardrock Melbourne CBD, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia9.0 km away

    By invitation, for juniors from FUNdamentals who are ready for a faster-paced team session, bridging the gap to the youth club.