Guided Climbing Instruction

The MRG Climbing School staff is committed to helping you achieve your climbing goals in a friendly and safe manner. Our goal is to work with each individual climber to help them extend their skills and experience. We offer various programs to help meet the needs of each individual and group. Our specialty is teaching the fundamentals to those who are new to climbing, and help them to learn more advanced aspects of the sport. Our staff is certified by the American Mountain Guides Association, so you can be sure that you are getting the highest level of instruction when under our supervision. Most of our climbing takes place at many wonderful sites throughout New Hampshire and Maine. Areas frequented are Cathedral Ledge, Whitehorse Ledge, Square Ledge, Jockey’s Cap and many others. We work in cooperation with the permit systems required in both states. At the end of the day, you will have experienced a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable day on the rocks.

Outdoor Rock Climbing Programs

One Day Guided Top Rope Climbing

If you are new to the sport or have had some experience rock climbing, this is the course for you! Given one’s level of prior experience, we will tailor your day of climbing to suit your skill level. Having a full day outside provides us with the opportunity to experience different types of climbing, while focusing more on each individual’s technique and growth.

Summer Climbing Camp For 12 - 16 year olds

Come and enjoy an adventurous week of rock climbing OUTDOORS! Climbers will spend the first day getting acquainted with each other while learning many new skills in the rock gym. We will then venture outside for the next three days (weather permitting.) Our day trips will take us to the many cliffs of New Hampshire including Cathedral Ledge, Square Ledge, and Jockey’s Cap. Under guided supervision students will learn how to climb, belay, and repel outside. We will all enjoy pizza, snacks, and refreshments upon our arrival back at the rock gym on Thursday evening. Our last night will be spent climbing in relays, participating in closing ceremonies, and sleeping (we hope). Campers will awake to a brief breakfast (muffins, donuts, and juice) before wrapping up at 8:30am, Friday.

Our goal is to teach campers the basic skills of rock climbing while enjoying many challenges taught by a professional staff. Emphasis is always placed on safety and learning in a noncompetitive environment.

June 25-29, 2012
Aug 13-17, 2012
Limited to 12 climbers per session
8:30-4:30 (with the exception of Monday 8:30 - 3:00, and Thursday’s overnight)
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Fee: $495

Indoor Climbing Camp

Experienced staff will provide personal climbing instruction in our 5,000 sq ft, air-conditioned facility. Designed for all levels, from first timers to experienced climbers.
Children will : Learn the importance of communication and cooperation when climbing. Experience the challenging, rewarding, fun sport of climbing. Gain confidence and enhance concentration levels.
Skills Covered: Stretching and Warm-Up, Equipment Instruction, Knot Tying, Climbing Safety, Terms & Technique, Team Work.

When: Monday – Friday 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ages : 6 –11 years

Price $150 per child/week

5% off sibling sign ups or 10% off multiple week sign ups. Numbers are limited! Pre-Booking & $100 deposit is essential. Balance due 7 days before first session. Minimum of 4 participants required at each session.

Group Climbs

Our programs are perfect for schools, camps, youth groups, or businesses. We will choose a site that is appropriate for the size and experience level of your group. Climbs will range from beginner to intermediate. We can also provide a lunch and beverage for your group if you wish at an additional charge.

Family Climbs

This course is designed for families with young children ages 6 - 12. We will choose a site that is appropriate for your first time out. The pace of our day will be set up around the needs or your children. We will choose a climbing area that is low angled and manageable for even the youngest of climbers. Like always, our priority will be on safety, comfort, and enjoyment.

Women's Climbing Night

Womens night 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month from 7pm - 9pm. It costs $7.50 for climbers pass, $6.00 Equipment Rental and $5.00 for first time instruction. We've had a great, consistent group attending, with various levels of climbing experience. No appointment is necessary.