Birthday Parties & Group Adventure Climbs
These group options includes two climbs per person assisted by an Upper Limits staff member, additional climbing around the base of the gym, and harness rental.
• $9 per person, minimum of six climbers - max. of 15; spectators are free.
• Groups must be supervised by an adult chaperone at all times.
• Groups are assisted by an Upper Limits staff member while climbing.
• Our lounge may be rented for private use: $10 per half hour (Upper Limits supplies the room - you bring in what you would like for the party).
• Birthday parties include invitations, which can be printed here, and a free t-shirt for the birthday person.
Two week advanced reservations and a $4.50 deposit per person required.

Weekday availability starting at 5 p.m.
Saturday availability starting at 3 p.m.
Sunday availability starting at 2 p.m.

You can download invitations here.
You can download a waiver here. (This is a two page document)
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Summer Youth Clinics
Upper Limits climbing clinics are designed to teach kids (7 yrs. and up) about rock climbing. Our staff is dedicated to teaching the basics of climbing--equipment usage, safety, climbing techniques, and the importance of trust and communication. Each of the daily sessions encourages kids to find new ways of approaching climbing through age-appropriate group instruction. Each child will finish our climbing clinic with a sense of self-confidence and accomplishment. You can print a registration form here.

Rock Dwellers: Kids 7-10 years old
Session 1: June 10-13, 1-4 pm
Session 3: June 24-27 1-4 pm
Session 5: July 15-18, 1-4 pm
Session 7: July 29- Aug. 1, 1-4 pm

Cliffhangers: Young Adults 11-15 years old
Session 2: June 17-20, 1-5 pm
Session 4: July 8-11, 1-5 pm
Session 6: July 22-25, 1-5 pm
Session 8: Aug. 5-8, 1-5 pm

Youth Night
Friday nights between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. kids 17 and under climb for 1/2 price—$6.00! Climbers must be belay certified or be accompanied by a belayer. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Family Class
If you're looking for a fun family activity, your search is over. Our instructors will teach your family how to climb indoors. This class teaches the same information as Rock Gym 101 but the class size is kept small so we can spend more time with the kids. The adults and children over 11 will learn proper belaying and knot tying skills as well as safety procedures. Children 10 and under will learn knot tying and proper safety procedures.
     Whether you just want to let the kids climb or you also want to reach the top, this is a great way to get the whole family involved.
• Class cost is $19 for parents and children 11-17. $13 for children 10 and under. There is a minimum of one parent and one child. Participants must all be immediate family.
• Class includes equipment needed for class, two hours of instruction, climbing for the rest of the day after the class, and coupons to use on your next visit.
• Classes are on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. or Thursdays 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Reservations are required.

TEAM ULI: Upper Limits Junior Climbing Team
Team ULI is a competitive climbing team for kids ages 7-17 who are interested in practicing climbing, competing against other kids, and striving to improve their climbing skills.  Team ULI will represent Upper Limits at competitions throughout the Midwest during the winter months. Team members will receive weekly personal training assistance on technique, strength training, competition preparation, and more.  The season runs from October through March with a breakdown of 2 different sessions, Session 1 running from October through December and Session 2 running from January through March.  You may register for either session or for the full season.  A membership to Upper Limits is included for participating team members with specific benefits during the session(s) he/she is registered for.

Team ULI Benefits
• Team logo t-shirt
• 4 hours of weekly technique and training instruction
• Belay instruction for team members age 11 and up
• Unlimited climbing at Upper Limits Bloomington and $5 day passes at St. Louis Gym.
• 20% discount on gear and clothing in pro shop
• 40% discount off any ONE regularly priced DMM, Wild Country, or Red Chili item

Member Obligations
• Ages 7-17
• Personal climbing shoes, harness, chalk bag, and belay device
• Attendance at team practices every week: Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8pm
• Compete in at least 1 competition per session...not included in membership fees 
• Session 1 only:  $225 for non-members, $150 for members, runs October - December 4 Session 2 only:  $225 for non-members, $150 for members, runs January - March
• Both Sessions 1 and 2: $375 for non-members, $225 for members, runs October - March

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All climbers must sign a waiver. Anyone
under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian.

Printable PDF Waiver (This is a two page document)
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