San Diego, CA, USA
Campers spend much of the day learning and practicing indoor rock climbing at Mesa Rim’s Mission Valley center. The main Camp Mesa Rim program serves ages 7–13, with activities adjusted to each child’s age and climbing experience. Experienced coaches introduce top-rope and bouldering skills, climbing fundamentals, projecting, knot tying, belaying, movement, and falling techniques. First-time climbers can join alongside children who have climbed before, and the program combines instruction with repeated time on the wall.
Climbing is balanced with off-the-wall activities that keep the day varied. Camp programming includes youth yoga, arts and crafts, scavenger hunts, the island swing, crate-tower stacking, and other physical games. The standard full-day schedule runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with about four hours dedicated to climbing. For ages 7 and older, the published ratio is one instructor for every six climbers.
Families provide lunch and snacks, while Mesa Rim supplies the necessary climbing gear, including shoes, harnesses, chalk, belay devices, and yoga mats. Regular drop-off is 8:45–9:00 AM, and pickup is by 3:00 PM unless extended care is purchased. Campers should wear comfortable athletic clothing and socks for rental shoes.
| Ages: | 7–13 |
| Type: | Day |
| Gender: | Co-Ed |
| Setting: | City |
| Adventure: | Adventure, Challenge, Rock Climbing |
| Arts: | Arts, Fine Arts, Arts & Crafts |
| Health: | Health, Wellness, Yoga |
| Meals Type: | Bring Your Own |
| Time: | 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM |
| Staff to Сamper Ratio: | 1:6 |
You won’t be charged yet. The camp will contact you to confirm all terms first.
| Dates | Days | Price | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 23 - Nov 25, 2026 | 3 | $325 |
The program is built around coached climbing practice with activities scaled to a camper’s age and experience. During a full day, about four hours are dedicated to climbing. Coaches work through top-rope and bouldering skills, basic movement, projecting, knot tying, belaying, and falling techniques. The aim is practical participation: campers learn the gear and movement skills they need while spending significant time climbing.
Off-wall blocks give hands and bodies a change of pace. Youth yoga supports flexibility and mindfulness, while arts and crafts, scavenger hunts, the island swing, crate-tower stacking, and other physical games add variety. Campers are not required to arrive with previous climbing experience, and activities can be adjusted for children who have climbed before.
The regular camp day runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Standard drop-off is 8:45–9:00 AM, and pickup is by 3:00 PM unless extended care is purchased. Families send lunch and snacks. Mesa Rim provides the necessary climbing gear and yoga mats, and the published instructor ratio for campers ages 7 and older is 1:6.
Lunch is not provided as part of the standard camp day. Campers bring their own lunch and snacks, and families are encouraged to send a reusable water bottle. Mesa Rim explains that packed food is preferred because dietary restrictions vary. Campers may also purchase snacks from the on-site ProShop if they bring money or are permitted to charge purchases to the family membership account.
Camp instruction includes climbing movement, knot tying, belaying, and falling techniques under experienced coaches. For campers ages 7 and older, Mesa Rim publishes a 1:6 instructor-to-climber ratio. The camp provides climbing shoes, harnesses, chalk, and belay devices used during activities.
Anyone entering the facility, including a parent who stays to watch, must have a current Mesa Rim waiver on file. Campers are asked to wear comfortable athletic clothing, avoid dresses and short shorts, and wear socks with rental shoes. Regular full-day drop-off is 8:45–9:00 AM and pickup is by 3:00 PM unless extended care is purchased.
Campers are guided by experienced climbing coaches who adjust activities to age and experience level. Instruction covers climbing movement, knots, belaying, bouldering, top-rope skills, and related games. For the standard camp serving ages 7 and older, the published ratio is six climbers to one instructor. The program accommodates both children who are new to climbing and those who have climbed before.
Regular drop-off is 8:45–9:00 AM, with the camp day running 9:00 AM–3:00 PM. Early drop-off from 8:00–8:45 AM is available with paid extended care, and pickup is by 3:00 PM unless extended care is purchased. Families should pack lunch, snacks, and a reusable water bottle. Campers should wear comfortable athletic clothing and socks for rental climbing shoes. Mesa Rim recommends reserving at least 24 hours ahead when space is available. Parents who remain in the facility to watch must have a current waiver on file.
Cancellation at least 15 days before the registered event qualifies for a full refund. Within 14 days, families may move to a later event if space is available, receive credit toward other programs, or receive a 50% refund.
