Youth Climbing Teams
Fostering youth development Through a competitive platform
We offer competitive & non-competitive climb teams for kids ages 8-18. Whether your kid has their heart set on winning gold or is diving into the basics of climbing technique, our programs meet individuals where they’re at. We empower kids to conquer any mountain in front of them by emphasizing a growth mindset to create resilient climbers.
Practice dates & times vary depending on the team. See below for more information.
Elite Team
The Elite Team represents the highest level of youth climbing in our program. Invitation-only, this group is for athletes who demonstrate exceptional ability, work ethic, and commitment to competition at the national and international level. Elite climbers train with individualized plans, serve as mentors for their teammates, and embody the perseverance and leadership that define our team culture.
Ages: 8-18 yrs
Practice Times: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays 5:00pm-8:00pm, Thursdays 5:30pm-8:30pm
Cost: $390 per month
Performance Team
The Performance Team is for dedicated climbers who are ready to train at a higher level with the goal of competing at USAC Regional, Divisional, and National Championships. These athletes are committed to refining their physical, technical, and mental skills while upholding a strong team culture. Performance Team members are role models who lead by example, showing perseverance and passion for the sport.
Ages: 8-18 yrs
Practice Times: Mondays and Tuesdays 5:00pm-8:00pm, Thursdays 5:30pm-8:30pm
Cost: $360 per month
SR Comp Team
The Senior Competitive Team is designed for teens who want to push their climbing to the next level through training and competition. Practices focus on developing strength, technique, problem-solving, and confidence in competition settings. Athletes build strong connections with teammates while challenging themselves in a fun and supportive environment.
Ages: 13-18 yrs
Practice Times: Mondays and Tuesdays 5:00pm-7:30pm, Thursdays 6:00pm-8:30pm
Cost: $300 per month
JR Comp Team
The Junior Competitive Team introduces athletes to the excitement of competition while building strength, technical skills, and confidence on the wall. Practices balance training with fun, helping climbers discover their potential in a supportive team culture. For athletes intrigued by competitive climbing, this is the perfect place to begin their journey.
Ages: 8-12 yrs
Practice Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:00pm-7:00pm
Cost: $160 per month
SR Progressives
The SR Progressive Team offers a positive and motivating space for teens who enjoy climbing and want to advance their skills without the commitment of competition. Coaches encourage athletes to take on new challenges, focus on personal growth, and develop both confidence and technical ability in a supportive team setting.
Ages: 13-18 yrs
Practice Times: Mondays and Wednesdays 6:00pm-8:00pm
Cost: $160 per month
JR Progressives
The JR Progressive Team is a welcoming, non-competitive program for young climbers who love the sport and want to improve their skills. Our coaches create a fun, supportive environment where athletes feel confident exploring challenges, building confidence, and developing a strong foundation for future growth.
Ages: 7-12 yrs
Practice Times: Mondays and Wednesdays 4:30pm-6:00pm
Cost: $120 per month
We’d love to help! Email our Head Coach, Tyler Williams: tyler.williams@boulderingproject.com
We typically offer tryouts for our competitive teams twice a year: once in the spring and once in the fall.
Progressive Club tryouts are held quarterly.
Check our social media and website for updates on when the next try out is happening!
Competition simulations are designed for athletes to practice their competition climbing skills. They mimic the format and setting of USAC and other high-level climbing competitions so climbers can better prepare themselves before the day of a big event. Our simulations are very similar to the constraints of a “real” competition: we have climbers in an isolation area (ISO) where they will wait for their time to be called, climbers get 4 minutes to climb each of the boulders in their age category’s round, and be scored on their attempts.
At MBP competition simulations however, kids will also learn actionable techniques to help them perform their best – ranging from tactics on the wall to mental strategy.
After the climbing is complete, athletes get a chance to climb the boulders again and learn new movements set by our high-level routesetting team.
We typically offer simulations before select USAC events like Regionals or Nationals.
Tyler Williams
Tyler Williams is the Head Coach of the MBP Climb Team and has been coaching for over 15 years. He is also the National Program Manager across all Bouldering Projects. C.S.C.S -certified and passionate about all things climbing, he emphasizes creating well-rounded climbers through mindset & skill development.
Fun Fact: When he’s not climbing, he’s watching the Timberwolves
Eliza Broan
Eliza Broan is the Assistant Head Coach of the MBP Climb Team. Her climbing experience extends back 15 years, where she competed at the National level for USA Climbing in the Youth and Collegiate circuit. She highly values sharing her years of experience with the next generation of climbers. Her biggest focus as a coach and climber is mastering movement and form on the wall as an approach to progress, while instilling a passion and love for the sport, as well as the community that surrounds it.
Fun Fact: Head Coach Tyler Williams was one of her first coaches when she began climbing!
Simon Hibbler
Simon is a 26 year-old competitive rock climber currently based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota. He has gained a breadth of experience competing both nationally and internationally and also has an impressive outdoor tick list. He has over 5 years of coaching experience at a few different gyms, and is a recognized athlete on the competition scene in the US. He is a decorated competitor with multiple podiums on the North American Cup Series and World Cup appearances in both Munich and Salt Lake City.
Bug D'Amato
Hi, my name is Bug and I have been a competitive rock climber since I was 6 years old and started competing on the national level by age 7. During my 13 years as a competitive youth climber, I have been a multi-time regional and divisional champion in all three disciplines of competition climbing (boulder, lead, speed). Currently, I primarily focus on training competitive bouldering athletes, specializing in competition mindset/process and high-level technical skill/movement acquisition, but I am more than happy to focus on whatever you need to help reach your individual goals!
Fun Fact: I am a total animal lover, although I never really had a choice not to be growing up with a mom in animal rescue. I don’t remember a time when there were fewer than 10 cats in the house at once!