Youth Training Camps
Developing Young Athletes
At Minneapolis Bouldering Project, we offer the premier youth bouldering training camps in the Midwest. Our camps are designed for motivated youth climbers who want to sharpen their skills, gain competition experience, and train in a supportive, high-performance environment.
From first-time competitors to Nationals-level athletes, we have a camp to meet each athlete where they are in their journey.
View our 2026 training camp schedule below:
2026 Regional Simulation | Bouldering
Saturday, February 21 (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Price: $150
Location: 2026 Region 61 Host Facility
Registration Opens: December 15
This championship-style mock competition gives athletes the chance to experience Regionals in the most realistic environment possible—at the official 2026 Region 61 host facility. Athletes will:
- Climb on Regionals-style boulders in a competition-style format
- Receive on-boulder coaching from our elite staff
- Identify key trends, strengths, and growth areas ahead of the March event
Routesetting will be led by Regional Chief Mary Creegan and Senior Head Coach Tyler Williams.
2026 National Competition Skills Camp
Wednesday–Friday, June 10–12 (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Price: $300
Location: Minneapolis Bouldering Project
Registration Opens: TBA
This three-day intensive camp prepares athletes for the demands of 2026 USAC Youth Nationals. Across the camp, athletes will focus on three core themes:
- Intensity – bringing full effort and commitment to each attempt
- Coordination – refining timing, body control, and complex movement
- Risk – learning when and how to commit on modern comp-style boulders
Athletes will train on Nationals-style settings, receive targeted feedback, and refine their competition process.
All athletes are invited to participate in our National Simulation event immediately following the camp.
2026 National Simulation
Saturday & Sunday, June 13–14 (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Price: $200
Location: Minneapolis Bouldering Project
Registration Opens: February 22
Our National Simulation is an elite two-day mock competition designed to mirror the experience of USAC Youth Nationals. Athletes will:
- Climb on championship-style boulders in a Nationals-inspired format
- Experience timed rounds, isolation, and performance under pressure
- Receive coaching and feedback from high-level coaches and setters
Routesetting and coaching team includes:
- Nic Oklobjiza — USAC Level 5 Setter
- Mary Creegan — USAC Level 3 Setter
- Senior Head Coach Tyler Williams
- ISFS World Cup Climber Simon Hibbeler
- Additional Bouldering Project coaches from markets around the country
This event gives athletes a rare opportunity to rehearse the full Nationals experience before the actual event.
2026 Progressive Skills Camp
August 10–14 (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Price: $325
Location: Minneapolis Bouldering Project
Registration Opens: TBA
Our week-long Progressive Skills Camp is designed for athletes who loved our summer camp experience and are ready for a new level of challenge. Through fun, supportive instruction, athletes build foundational climbing skills and explore more advanced movement concepts in an encouraging environment.
Perfect for athletes who are:
- Excited about climbing and want a more challenging summer camp experience
- Considering trying out for our youth teams in the fall
- Unsure if they’re ready for team tryouts but want to build confidence and skills
- Looking for a focused, progression-based week of climbing with our coaching staff
2026 Competition Skills Camp
August 17–21 (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Price: $350
Location: Minneapolis Bouldering Project
Registration Opens: TBA
This week-long camp introduces athletes to the world of competition climbing. Athletes learn competition formats, develop tactical strategies, and practice essential skills on boulders designed to reflect modern comp styles.
Perfect for athletes who are:
- New to competition climbing
- Trying to qualify for Regionals
- Interested in learning competition basics in a supportive environment
- Looking for a structured introductory to competition experience
2026 Performance Skills Camp
August 24–28, 2026 (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Price: $375
Location: Minneapolis Bouldering Project
Registration Opens: TBA
Our highest-level summer training camp, the Performance Skills Camp is built for athletes preparing for championship events such as Regionals, Divisionals, and Nationals. Throughout the week, coaches guide athletes through:
- Advanced competition tactics and decision-making
- Scenario-based practice under pressure
- Refining personal routines, warm-ups, and performance processes
Perfect for athletes who are:
- Competing at the Divisional or National level
- Looking to sharpen their performance heading into the new USAC season and championship bound
- Ready to deepen their mental, tactical, and technical approach to competition