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Youth Climbing Team

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Our rock climbing teams in St. Louis and St. Charles help young climbers develop their skills and widen their social networks by building meaningful connections.

Youth Recreational Team
ages 6-11

  • 1 practice/week price – $121/mo
  • 2 practices/week price – $159/mo
  • Practice duration – 1.5/hr
  • 20% Pro Shop Discount
  • 15% Classes Discount
  • 20% Private Coaching Discount
  • One Guest Pass per Month
  • Free Rental Gear for First Month

This team helps climbers build foundational skills through one-on-one coaching and group-based instruction.

Climbers learn basic climbing and safety etiquette, develop creative problem-solving abilities, and prepare-for our advanced teams: Practices introduce and refine climbing concepts and encourage critical thinking for a wide range of climbers, from brand new to experienced.

Our climber to coach ratio of ≈ 5:1 ensures that each climber receives individual attention and feedback to help them grow throughout their climbing journey.

Tryouts are not required: new climbers are welcomed on-a first-come, first-serve-basis.

TRY A FREE PRACTICE

We encourage everyone interested in this team to sign up for an open practice.

Teen Recreational Team
ages 12-18

  • 1 practice/week price – $136/mo
  • 2 practices/week price – $189/mo
  • Practice duration – 2/hr
  • 20% Pro Shop Discount
  • 15% Classes Discount
  • 20% Private Coaching Discount
  • One Guest Pass per Month
  • Free Rental Gear for First Month

This team helps climbers build foundational skills through one-on-one coaching and group-based instruction.

Climbers learn basic climbing and safety etiquette, develop creative problem-solving abilities, and prepare-for our advanced teams: Practices introduce and refine climbing concepts and encourage critical thinking for a wide range of climbers, from brand new to experienced.

Our climber to coach ratio of ≈ 5:1 ensures that each climber receives individual attention and feedback to help them grow throughout their climbing journey.

Tryouts are not required: new climbers are welcomed accepted on-a first-come. first-serve-basis.

TRY A FREE PRACTICE

We encourage everyone interested in this team to sign up for an open practice.

Competition Team
skill based, not age based

  • Practices Per Week Monthly Price
    • 1 practice/week price – $199/mo
    • 2 practices/week price – $209/mo
    • 3 practices/week price – $219/mo
    • 4 practices/week price – $229/mo
    • 5 practices/week price – $239/mo
  • Practice duration – 2.5/hr
  • 20% Pro Shop Discount
  • 15% Classes Discount
  • 20% Private Coaching Discount
  • One Guest Pass per Month
  • Free Rental Gear for First Month

Climbers on this team are held to a higher level of accountability than their peers. They must be responsible, dedicated, and self-motivated. In addition to further building strength and refining climbing skills, they will learn to lead belay and climb. Competing is required, and practices are built around preparing for competitions.

Our climber to coach ratio of ≈ 5:1 ensures that each climber receives individual attention and feedback to help them grow throughout their climbing journey.

Tryouts are required and held seasonally.

TRY A FREE PRACTICE

We encourage everyone interested in this team to sign up for an open practice.

Questions? Reach Out.

Youth Recreational Team
ages 6-11

  • 1 practice/week price – $121/mo
  • 2 practices/week price – $159/mo
  • Practice duration – 1.5/hr
  • 20% Pro Shop Discount
  • 15% Classes Discount
  • 20% Private Coaching Discount
  • One Guest Pass per Month
  • Free Rental Gear for First Month

This team helps climbers build foundational skills through one-on-one coaching and group-based instruction.

Climbers learn basic climbing and safety etiquette, develop creative problem-solving abilities, and prepare-for our advanced teams: Practices introduce and refine climbing concepts and encourage critical thinking for a wide range of climbers, from brand new to experienced.

Our climber to coach ratio of ≈ 5:1 ensures that each climber receives individual attention and feedback to help them grow throughout their climbing journey.

Tryouts are not required: new climbers are welcome accepted on-a first-come. first-serve-basis.

TRY A FREE PRACTICE

We encourage everyone interested in this team to sign up for an open practice.

Teen Recreational Team
ages 12-18

  • 1 practice/week price – $136/mo
  • 2 practices/week price – $189/mo
  • Practice duration – 2/hr
  • 20% Pro Shop Discount
  • 15% Classes Discount
  • 20% Private Coaching Discount
  • One Guest Pass per Month
  • Free Rental Gear for First Month

This team helps climbers build foundational skills through one-on-one coaching and group-based instruction.

Climbers learn basic climbing and safety etiquette, develop creative problem-solving abilities, and prepare-for our advanced teams: Practices introduce and refine climbing concepts and encourage critical thinking for a wide range of climbers, from brand new to experienced.

Our climber to coach ratio of ≈ 5:1 ensures that each climber receives individual attention and feedback to help them grow throughout their climbing journey.

Tryouts are not required: new climbers are welcome accepted on-a first-come. first-serve-basis.

TRY A FREE PRACTICE

We encourage everyone interested in this team to sign up for an open practice.

Competition Team
skill based, not age based

  • Practices Per Week Monthly Price
    • 1 practice/week price – $199/mo
    • 2 practices/week price – $209/mo
    • 3 practices/week price – $219/mo
    • 4 practices/week price – $229/mo
    • 5 practices/week price – $239/mo
  • Practice duration – 2.5/hr
  • 20% Pro Shop Discount
  • 15% Classes Discount
  • 20% Private Coaching Discount
  • One Guest Pass per Month
  • Free Rental Gear for First Month

Climbers on this team are held to a higher level of accountability than their peers. They must be responsible, dedicated, and self-motivated. In addition to further building strength and refining climbing skills, they will learn to lead belay and climb. Competing is required, and practices are built around preparing for competitions.

Our climber to coach ratio of ≈ 5:1 ensures that each climber receives individual attention and feedback to help them grow throughout their climbing journey.

Tryouts are required and held seasonally.

TRY A FREE PRACTICE

We encourage everyone interested in this team to sign up for an open practice.

Learn

Learning inspires growth. We empower climbers with a comprehensive approach to learning.

Grow

Everyone develops differently. We encourage growth by addressing each climber’s individual needs.

Connect

The gyms provide a positive environment and supportive community – both are vital for success.

Open Practice

Join us for a day of practice. It’s free! Meet the coaches, hang out with other climbers, and learn how practices are structured. Register online so that we can prepare for your visit!

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Coaches

Investing in YOU

Our climber to coach ratio of ≈ 5:1 ensures that each climber receives individual attention and feedback to help them grow throughout their climbing journey.

Does my climber need previous climbing experience?

No, but we recommend that Open Practice is not their first rock climbing experience. Take them to one of the climbing gyms with a day pass, or try our Intro to Climbing Youth Class first! You can find us at the Power Plant in St. Louis and Steel Shop in St. Charles.

How often does the climbing team practice?

Recreational - up to twice a week
Competition - 1 to 5 practices per week - options at both locations!

What does a climbing team practice look like?

The Recreational Team usually has one top rope practice and one boulder practice per week. The Competition Team practices are generally a combination of climbing and conditioning.

Does Team CSI travel to climbing competitions?

Our Competition Team is the only team expected to travel for Competitions. But we encourage climbers from all of our teams who are interested in competing to participate!

Does my climber get to use the gym outside of practice time?

YES - Team Dues mean that you can climb anytime outside of practice during regular gym hours! Do note: climbers under 14 years of age do need a chaperone when climbing outside of practice time with coaches.

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Power Plant

Our flagship climbing gym, the Power Plant, is located in Downtown St. Louis, one block East of Lafayette Square. The gym is part of the historic City Hospital complex. Look for the towering smokestack.

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Steel Shop + Gravity Lab

Our newest climbing gym, the Steel Shop, is located in the Frenchtown neighborhood of St. Charles. Housed inside the Steel Shop, Gravity Lab offers unique challenges for younger and newer climbers.

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POWER PLANT

1419 Carroll Street
St. Louis, MO 63104

314-621-1700

STEEL SHOP + GRAVITY LAB

650 N Main Center
Suite 105
St. Charles, MO 63301

636-493-1675

HOURS

Mon - Fri | 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Saturday | 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Sunday | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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