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Online Waiver

Waivers must be signed by all visitors. These legal documents ensure you are aware of the risks and who is liable during your visit. Signing the waiver in advance online helps speed up the process when you arrive at the gym.

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Are any youth participating?

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Youth Require Adequate Supervision:

Please review Youth Supervision Rules before your first visit, to ensure you have enough supervisors for the number of children and can proceed with your climbing experience.

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Please review Youth Supervision Rules before your first visit, to ensure you have enough supervisors for the number of children and can proceed with your climbing experience.

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Climbing is Dangerous

Read Carefully

The Waiver and Youth Acknowledgement of Risk contain a list of the risks associated with climbing and related activities. Please read carefully.

Gym Rules and Regulations

Gym Rules and Regulations

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Gym Rules and Regulations

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The Waiver and Youth Acknowledgement of Risk contain a list of the risks associated with climbing and related activities. Please read carefully.

Gym Rules and Regulations

Gym Rules and Regulations

Gym Rules and Regulations

Gym Rules and Regulations

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Waiver

A correctly completed and signed document is required for each climber, spectator, and supervisor in the facility. Please complete your document(s) prior to arrival for faster check-in on your first visit.
A correctly completed and signed document is required for each climber, spectator, and supervisor in the facility.
Youth Requirements:

The Youth AoR Form MUST be signed by the participating minor’s parent or legal guardian prior to their participation.

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Waiver

A correctly completed and signed document is required for each climber, spectator, and supervisor in the facility. Please complete your document(s) prior to arrival for faster check-in on your first visit.
A correctly completed and signed document is required for each climber, spectator, and supervisor in the facility.
Youth Requirements:

The Youth AoR Form MUST be signed by the participating minor’s parent or legal guardian prior to their participation.

UPCOMING Stat Hours: 12–9PM, Aug. 4
UPCOMING Stat Hours: 12–9PM, Aug. 4
UPCOMING Stat Hours: 12–9PM, Aug. 4
UPCOMING Stat Hours: 12–9PM, Aug. 4
UPCOMING Stat Hours: 12–9PM, Aug. 4
UPCOMING Stat Hours: 12–9PM, Aug. 4
UPCOMING Stat Hours: 12–9PM, Aug. 4
UPCOMING Stat Hours: 12–9PM, Aug. 4
UPCOMING Stat Hours: 12–9PM, Aug. 4
UPCOMING Stat Hours: 12–9PM, Aug. 4
UPCOMING Stat Hours: 12–9PM, Aug. 4
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Youth

& Family

Youth

& Family

It's never too early to start!

We believe that you're never too young to start climbing. Chances are your kids are already climbing things outside of our gyms, so why not bring them in, either under your watchful supervision or through one of our Youth Programs!

Youth Drop-ins

Accompany your kid to any of our bouldering gym locations, so they can experience what climbing is all about. Without the hassle of ropes and harnesses, bouldering is immediately accessible to kids of all ages and skill levels.

For safety reasons, children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. We encourage families to come in together and be part of the fun while ensuring proper supervision.

Youth Drop-ins

Accompany your kid to The Hive Heights, so they can explore climbing to new heights. With their natural drive to climb just about everything, this activity is extremely accessible to kids of all skill levels, starting around age 4 (kiddos must be able to fit a small, full body harness).

For safety reasons, children younger than 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. We encourage families to come in together and be part of the fun while ensuring proper supervision.

Bookings are required at The Heights! Please call to book for youth plus supervisors: 604 874 2400

Bring the Family

Families are welcome to drop in and climb, providing you have adequate adult:child ratios for supervision. However! If you'd like more guidance, our Family Intro to Bouldering Course is a fantastic deal and will set you all up for success in the bouldering gym! Only available at Hive PoCo.

Book your Family Intro

Supervision

Supervision

Kids of all ages are welcome at The Hive! To ensure a safe and positive experience, all youth under 16 must be supervised by an adult. Proper supervision is required at all times, and our standard adult-to-child supervision ratios apply.

Ages 0 to 5
1:1 Ratio
Ages 0 to 5
1:1 Ratio
Ages 6 to 8
1:2 Ratio
Ages 6 to 9
1:2 Ratio
Ages 9 to 12
1:4 Ratio
Ages 10 to 12
1:3 Ratio
Ages 13 to 15
1:4 Ratio
Ages 13+
Unsupervised

Rules and Requirements

Rules and Requirements

To keep your family safe, learn about our gyms rules and understand our waivers! Prevent disappointment and reduce wait time by reviewing and filling out these documents ahead of time.

Waivers & Forms

Waivers & Forms

All guests MUST have the required documents (an adult Waiver or Youth AoR Form in order to proceed beyond the front desk, whether they intend to climb, supervise or spectate. These are legal documents, please proceed accordingly. Adults must read and sign their own waiver, and any youth must have a parent or legal guardian read and sign their Youth Acknowledgement of Risk (AoR) form.

Gym Rules

Gym Rules

Our gym rules will be spoken about in more detail during your orientation. Here is an overview on the expectations when using the facility.

  1. Listen to staff and supervisors regarding safety
  2. Walk, don't run in the facility
  3. Keep shirt, shorts, and climbing shoes on at all times (no bare feet on the mats)
  4. When not climbing, wait your turn off of the mats
  5. Food or Drinks are to be kept off of the mats
  6. Use chalk responsibly - no clapping or throwing chalk in the air & wait for liquid chalk to completely dry before climbing
  7. Respect all staff members and other patrons

Gym Rules

Gym Rules

Our gym rules will be spoken about in more detail during your orientation. Here is an overview on the expectations when using the facility.

  1. Walk, don't run in the facility
  2. Stay together with your supervisor(s) at all times
  3. Always complete partner and safety checks before climbing
  4. Leave space for other climbers when beginning a climb
  5. Do not obstruct or distract belayers when not climbing
  6. No food or drinks allowed in the climbing area
  7. Use chalk responsibly—no clapping or throwing chalk in the air

What to bring

What to bring

Here are some items that we would recommend bringing:

  • If you have your own climbing gear, bring it with you!
  • Comfortable athletic clothing that allows you to stretch and move
  • Dark-coloured socks to wear in rental shoes that can bleed colour
  • Water and snacks (we also have water fountains and snacks for purchase)

Super Cert(ification)

Super Cert(ification)

We run this course at our bouldering locations to support parents who wish to supervise one child more than our standard ratios, or climb alongside their child within our standard ratios. This certification allows families to climb together.


Both the parent(s) and child(ren) must take the course together to be granted the supervisior certification benefits. The course is free and avaiable at all our bouldering locations—to sign up call the front desk.

Youth Activities

 

Recreational Programs

Recreational Programs

Introduce your kid(s) to the exciting world of climbing with our Youth Recreational Programs! Designed for ages 4–18, our sessions build confidence, strength and skills in a fun and supportive environment.

Inters

Ages 10-12

$570.50

Vancouver Heights

Vancouver Heights

Teens

Ages 13-16

$570.50

Vancouver Heights

Vancouver Heights

Minis

Ages 4-5

$445.20

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Minis

Ages 4-5

$445.20

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Minis

Ages 4-5

$445.20

North Shore

North Shore

Minis

Ages 4-5

$445.20

Surrey

Surrey

Minis

Ages 4-5

$385

Winnipeg

Winnipeg

Juniors

Ages 6-8

$517.30

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Juniors

Ages 6-8

$517.30

North Shore

North Shore

Juniors

Ages 6-8

$517.30

Surrey

Surrey

Juniors

Ages 6-8

$517.30

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Juniors

Ages 6-8

$478

Winnipeg

Winnipeg

Inters

Ages 9-12

$570.50

Surrey

Surrey

Inters

Ages 9-12

$570.50

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Inters

Ages 9-12

$527

Winnipeg

Winnipeg

Queen Bees

Ages 9-12

$570.50

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Queen Bees

Ages 9-12

$570.50

North Shore

North Shore

Inters

Ages 9-12

$570.50

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Inters

Ages 9-12

$570.50

North Shore

North Shore

Teens

Ages 13-16

$570.50

Surrey

Surrey

Teens

Ages 13-16

$570.50

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Teens

Ages 13-16

$527

Winnipeg

Winnipeg

Hornets

Ages 9-13

$749

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Teens

Ages 13-16

$570.50

North Shore

North Shore

Hornets

Ages 9-13

$749

North Shore

North Shore

Hornets

Ages 9-13

$749

Surrey

Surrey

Hornets

Ages 9-13

$749

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Hornets

Ages 9-13

$749

Vancouver Heights

Vancouver Heights

Hornets

Ages 10-16

$692

Winnipeg

Winnipeg

Teens

Ages 13-15

$570.50

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Climbing Forward

Ages 14-18

$749

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Climbing Forward

Ages 14-18

$749

North Shore

North Shore

Climbing Forward

Ages 14-18

$749

Surrey

Surrey

Climbing Forward

Ages 14-18

$749

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Climbing Forward

Ages 14-18

$749

Vancouver Heights

Vancouver Heights

Youth Semi-Private Lessons

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Youth Semi-Private Lessons

North Shore

North Shore

Youth Semi-Private Lessons

Surrey

Surrey

Youth Semi-Private Lessons

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Youth Semi-Private Lessons

Vancouver Heights

Vancouver Heights

Youth Semi-Private Lessons

Winnipeg

Winnipeg

Youth Private Lessons

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Youth Private Lessons

North Shore

North Shore

Youth Private Lessons

Surrey

Surrey

Youth Private Lessons

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Youth Private Lessons

Vancouver Heights

Vancouver Heights

Youth Private Lessons

Winnipeg

Winnipeg

Competitive Teams

Competitive Teams

Joining one of our competitive teams requires strong climbing skills and commitment. Tryouts run from April to June. Team spots are offered by invitation only.

Swarm Tier 2 - West

Ages 10-14

3x weekly

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Swarm Tier 2 - West

Ages 10-14

3x weekly

Vancouver Heights

Vancouver Heights

Swarm Tier 2 - West

Ages 10-14

3x weekly

North Shore

North Shore

Swarm

Ages 13+

3x week

Winnipeg

Winnipeg

Swarm Tier 2 - East

Ages 10-14

3x weekly

Surrey

Surrey

Swarm Tier 2 - East

Ages 10-14

3x weekly

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Swarm Tier 1 - West

Ages 15-18

4x week

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Swarm Tier 1 - West

Ages 15-18

4x week

Vancouver Heights

Vancouver Heights

Swarm Tier 1 - West

Ages 15-18

4x week

North Shore

North Shore

Swarm Tier 1 - East

Ages 15-18

4x week

Surrey

Surrey

Swarm Tier 1 - East

Ages 15-18

4x week

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Camps

Camps

Whether new or experienced, kids leave our week-long camps having a blast! Energetic leaders pack each day with climbing, games, and fun that build skills, confidence, and connection.

Summer Camp - Heights

Ages 10+

$475

Vancouver Heights

Vancouver Heights

Spring Break Camp - Juniors

Ages 6-8

$475

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Spring Break Camp - Juniors

Ages 6-8

$475

North Shore

North Shore

Spring Break Camp - Juniors

Ages 6-8

$475

Surrey

Surrey

Spring Break Camp - Juniors

Ages 6-8

$475

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Spring Break Camp - Juniors

Ages 6-8

$305

Winnipeg

Winnipeg

Summer Camp - Juniors

Ages 6-8

$475

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Summer Camp - Juniors

Ages 6-8

$475

North Shore

North Shore

Summer Camp - Juniors

Ages 6-8

$475

Surrey

Surrey

Summer Camp - Juniors

Ages 6-8

$475

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Summer Camp - Juniors

Ages 6-8

$305

Winnipeg

Winnipeg

Spring Break Camp - Inters

Ages 9-12

$475

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Spring Break Camp - Inters

Ages 9-12

$475

North Shore

North Shore

Spring Break Camp - Inters

Ages 9-12

$475

Surrey

Surrey

Spring Break Camp - Inters

Ages 9-12

$475

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Summer Camp - Inters

Ages 9-12

$475

Vancouver Boulder

Vancouver Boulder

Summer Camp - Inters

Ages 9–12

$475

North Shore

North Shore

Summer Camp - Inters

Ages 9-12

$475

Surrey

Surrey

Summer Camp - Inters

Ages 9-12

$475

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Spring Break Camp - Inters

Ages 9-12

$305

Winnipeg

Winnipeg

Summer Camp - Inters

Ages 9-12

$305

Winnipeg

Winnipeg

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Frequently
Asked Questions

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Can I drop my child off or do they need supervision?

Can I drop my child off or do they need supervision?

Youth in our facilities require adequate, dedicated supervision appropriate to their age. Please refer to the supervision ratios near the top of this page for more information.

Does Hive Heights have a Supervision Certification course?

Does Hive Heights have a Supervision Certification course?

No, Hive Heights operates with their standard supervision rules at all times. These are as follows:


Youth ages 0-8 need an adult supervisor within arms reach at all times. Depending on the age of the child, the supervisor may be able to climb beside the child on auto belays.


Youth ages 9 – 12 need an adult supervisor on the mats, with a clear line of sight to their child.  Supervisors must visually check the setup before each climb. A supervisor may climb beside children on auto belays.


Youth aged 13 and older can take the top rope belay test or use the auto belays and climb unsupervised. After the first booking, youth over 13 may book in for their session as adults.


Youth aged 15 and older are eligible to take the lead belay test, provided they have passed a top rope belay test.

Can anyone other than a parent/legal guardian sign a waiver for someone 18 or younger?

Can anyone other than a parent/legal guardian sign a waiver for someone 18 or younger?

No, it MUST be the child’s parent or legal, court-appointed guardian. To avoid any inconvenience please ensure the parent or Legal Guardian completes the Youth Acknowledgement of Risk form in advance. This is available online, or feel free to print the form, have it signed prior to the youth’s first visit, and then bring it in with the climber. Teachers, grandparents, or another child’s parent(s) are NOT allowed to sign of providing consent for anyone’s child but than their own. There are no exceptions to this rule.

What if I'm under 19, traveling from another country as an exchange student, or post-secondary student, and my parents are in another country (or province, or city) can I climb without them signing a waiver?

What if I'm under 19, traveling from another country as an exchange student, or post-secondary student, and my parents are in another country (or province, or city) can I climb without them signing a waiver?

Youth aged 0–18 or younger MUST have a Youth Acknowledgement of Risk signed by their parent or Legal Guardian. Please plan ahead—have your parent or legal guardian complete your online document for the correct province prior to your arrival at the front desk. Our digital waiver is valid at all Hive locations within the relevant province.

What if I'm 17 or younger, traveling from another country as an exchange student, or post-secondary student, and my parents are in another country (or province, or city) can I climb without them signing a waiver?

What if I'm 17 or younger, traveling from another country as an exchange student, or post-secondary student, and my parents are in another country (or province, or city) can I climb without them signing a waiver?


Youth aged 0–17 MUST have a Youth Acknowledgement of Risk signed by their parent or Legal Guardian. Please plan ahead—have your parent or legal guardian complete your online document for the correct province prior to your arrival at the front desk. Our digital waiver is valid at all Hive locations within the relevant province.

What does my child need to bring?

What does my child need to bring?

Appropriate active clothing is recommended: think about climbing, stretching, reaching, taking big steps or small leaps. Long pants or leggings to protect from abrasions are ideal. We don't recommend skirts, dresses, or excessively baggy clothing as these could snag on limbs or climbing holds.

Climbing shoes are included with day passes, memberships, and youth programs. On occasion, size availability may be limited. All children may bring a pair of clean indoor shoes, ideally snug-fitting runners, as a backup.

What does my child need to bring?

What does my child need to bring?

Appropriate active clothing is recommended: think about climbing, stretching, reaching, taking big steps or small leaps. Long pants or leggings to protect from abrasions are ideal. We don't recommend skirts, dresses, or excessively baggy clothing as these could snag on limbs or climbing holds and are challenging to wear with harnesses.


Climbing shoes and harnesses are included with youth day passes, memberships, and youth programs. On occasion, size availability may be limited. All children may bring a pair of clean indoor shoes, ideally snug-fitting runners, as a backup. Belay devices are also included with youth day passes, memberships, and youth programs, but can only be used by individuals who have passed a belay test. Belay tests are available for youth aged 13 and older.

Is there a dedicated kids' room?

Is there a dedicated kids' room?

Our compact Vancouver Bouldering location has a kid-friendly area for your young ones to get comfortable on the wall before exploring our main gym area at Vancouver (520 Industrial Ave) which is shared as a teaching space for courses, birthdays and other youth programs and may sometimes be unavailable; feel free to give us a call to check.


Vancouver: 604 683 4483

Is there a dedicated kids' room?

Is there a dedicated kids' room?

No, as an older gym, Hive Heights was not built with a separate kids' room outside of the main climbing area. Appropriately supervised children are always welcome in this gym, and if you're looking for a quiet time, try a weekday (before 5 pm) or weekend evening (after 5pm).

Is there a dedicated kids' room?

Is there a dedicated kids' room?

The Hive offers dedicated kids’ space for your young ones to get comfortable on the wall before exploring our main gym area at Hive North Shore, but it is important to note that this space also acts as teaching space for birthdays and other youth programs and may sometimes be unavailable; feel free to give us a call to check.

Hive North Shore: 604 990 4483

Is there a dedicated kids' room?

Is there a dedicated kids' room?

The Hive Surrey does not have a closed climbing section just for children, however it does have a shorter wall at the back of the gym which is set for kids and new climbers, or you can look for the 'youth friendly' tags throughout the gym which have shorter space between holds and the final hold isn't generally as high up as 'regular' climbs.

Is there a dedicated kids' room?

Is there a dedicated kids' room?

No, Hive PoCo does not have a separate closed off area for young climbers, however there is a wall toward the back of the gym which is great for young climbers and beginners – our staff will be happy to guide you there!

Is there a dedicated kids' room?

Is there a dedicated kids' room?

The Hive Winnipeg does not have a closed climbing section just for children, however you can look for the 'youth friendly' tags throughout the gym which have shorter space between holds and the final hold isn't as high up as 'regular' climbs.

Is there a freezer/fridge to store food such as veggie platters, fruit, cake and ice cream?

Is there a freezer/fridge to store food such as veggie platters, fruit, cake and ice cream?

For booked events and parties, The Hive can store your food and drink in our fridge.

Is there a freezer/fridge to store food such as veggie platters, fruit, cake and ice cream?

Is there a freezer/fridge to store food such as veggie platters, fruit, cake and ice cream?

Sorry, Hive Heights has no freezer/fridge available for guests.

Is there a freezer/fridge to store food such as veggie platters, fruit, cake and ice cream?

Is there a freezer/fridge to store food such as veggie platters, fruit, cake and ice cream?

Yes! For booked events and parties, The Hive can store your food and drink in our fridge/freezer.

Is there a freezer/fridge to store food such as veggie platters, fruit, cake and ice cream?

Is there a freezer/fridge to store food such as veggie platters, fruit, cake and ice cream?

Yes! For booked events and parties, The Hive can store your food and drink in our fridge/freezer.

Is there a freezer/fridge to store food such as veggie platters, fruit, cake and ice cream?

Is there a freezer/fridge to store food such as veggie platters, fruit, cake and ice cream?

Is there a freezer/fridge to store food such as veggie platters, fruit, cake and ice cream?

Is there a freezer/fridge to store food such as veggie platters, fruit, cake and ice cream?

Yes, a fridge and freezer are available for party guests. If you are bringing anything large, please mention this when booking.

When can my child start attending programs?

When can my child start attending programs?

Our programming starts at age 10 with our Inters class.

Is there any funding available to help me afford programming for my kid(s)?

Is there any funding available to help me afford programming for my kid(s)?

Is there any funding available to help me afford programming for my kid(s)?

Is there any funding available to help me afford programming for my kid(s)?

Is there a height/weight requirement for children to participate?

Is there a height/weight requirement for children to participate?

For those too small to wear a regular sized harness, we have a full-body children's harnesses. These are suitable for kids 94-126cm (37-49") tall, and with leg loops adjustable from 32-40cm (12.5-15.75"). Auto belays have a minimum weight limit of 11.3 kilos (25lbs) and are not recommended for children younger than 4.

Can anyone other than a parent/legal guardian sign a waiver for someone 17 or younger?

Can anyone other than a parent/legal guardian sign a waiver for someone 17 or younger?

No, it MUST be the child’s parent or legal, court-appointed guardian. To avoid any inconvenience please ensure the parent or Legal Guardian completes the Youth Acknowledgement of Risk form in advance. This is available online, or feel free to print the form, have it signed prior to the youth’s first visit, and then bring it in with the climber. Teachers, grandparents, or another child’s parent(s) are NOT allowed to sign of providing consent for anyone’s child but than their own. There are no exceptions to this rule.

How do I register for Youth Recreational programs?

How do I register for Youth Recreational programs?

All registration happens online through our website. The exact dates will vary year to year, but we will update the booking page with the next registration date shortly after the previous one has passed. On the opening date, registration opens at 10am SHARP! Our quarterly youth newsletter includes advance notice of registration dates, we recommend you sign up for that if you're interested.

We have 3 registration periods per year and the rough schedule is as follows:
Fall Registration: Mid-August
Winter Registration: Mid-November
Spring Registration: Mid-February

Are Youth Rec programs suitable for beginners?

Are Youth Rec programs suitable for beginners?

Absolutely! Most of our recreational-level classes meet once per week for the duration of a term, and are suitable for any experience level. Any kid is welcome to register (provided there is space in the upcoming term).

Exceptions to this are Hornets and Climbing Forward, which meet twice weekly, require experience, and have a mandatory application process.

What is the difference between Recreational and Competitive programming?

What is the difference between Recreational and Competitive programming?

We have both Youth Recreation Programs and The Competitive Pathway.

Youth Recreational programs are for any and all youth climbers to learn and reach their individual climbing goals. We offer Youth Rec programs at all of our Hive locations, and anyone is welcome to join.

Our competitive pathway (Swarm Team) is for youth climbers wanting to participate in competitions. They can start on this pathway at age 10. This requires an application and tryout process, along with minimum experience requirements.

When can my child start attending programs?

When can my child start attending programs?

Our programming starts at Age 4 with our Mini Bees class.

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