(Graphic courtesy of Bend Endurance Academy)
As the weather starts to warm up, spring and summer are the perfect times to get your child involved in climbing, and Bend Endurance Academy (BEA) offers exceptional programs that combine outdoor adventure with skill development. Whether it’s the Smith Rock Spring Break Camp or the Open Team Practices in the summer, these programs provide a unique opportunity for your child to challenge themselves, and learn new technical climbing skills in a safe, supportive environment. With the most experienced coaches in Central Oregon, including AMGA SPI-certified guides, your child will receive expert instruction while building confidence, teamwork, and a passion for outdoor activities. It’s not just about climbing—it’s about embracing new experiences, and growing in ways that will last long after the season ends!
Smith Rock Spring Break Camp
This camp offers participants the opportunity to gain experience with outdoor climbing. Bend Endurance Academy coaches will pick up participants from the BEA facility at 9am, take them climbing, and be back for pickup at 3pm. This program is a great contrast to the indoor teams! With the focus on love for the outdoors, good climbing ethics, and technical skills, kids will come out of camp with a range of outdoor climbing experiences! BEA guides will take participants to Smith Rock State Park and other local climbing areas around Bend.
- AMGA SPI certified guide, with specific training
- Transportation to and from Smith Rock provided
*in case of inclement weather, climbers will be able to take advantage of BEA’s indoor facility.
Grades 4-7 | March 25-27
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Open Team Practices
This program is perfect for climbers who want to explore being a part of a Bend Endurance Academy development or competition team while receiving instruction from the most experienced team of climbing coaches in Central Oregon. Open Practice sessions are for current BEA team members as well as motivated and passionate youth climbers who are not currently enrolled in a BEA program.
Focus on:
- Movement learning
- Technical and tactical approaches to performance climbing
- Exploring comp style boulders and movement
Join Bend Endurance Academy Open Sessions this summer for skills practice, movement learning, onsights, and projecting! Take advantage of their unique setup with youth-specific boulders and a Tension Board 2.
Grades 3-12 | Tuesdays 10am-1pm and/or Thursdays 3pm-6pm
June 17-August 21
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About Bend Endurance Academy:
Bend Endurance Academy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Bend, Oregon, dedicated to providing high-quality, inclusive, and engaging programs in climbing, mountain biking, and Nordic skiing. BEA serves over 1,000 youth annually, fostering personal growth and a lifelong love of endurance sports.
