Poster: Jillian Vordick

Boulder Garden

Youth Championship Training Event

Get ready to challenge yourself in our Youth Championship Training Event at The Boulder Garden - a fantastic opportunity for climbers ages 11-18 to experience the thrill of competition in a supportive, fun environment.

Event Schedule:

  • Evening of January 25th: our team will create exciting, brand new problems for the competition!

  • Sunday, January 26th, 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Mock Competition

Competition Details:

  • You'll participate in a 4-boulder onsight round, designed to mimic a competition experience.

  • This is a low-stakes, training-oriented event where you’ll have the chance to try fresh problems, track your performance, and receive coaching from experienced routesetters.

  • The focus is on learning, so athletes are encouraged to discuss their performance and take notes to improve for the future.

What’s Included:

  • Coaching and guidance from the routesetters: Don’t worry about the problems being too easy or too hard—our team of expert setters will adjust the experience to suit each athlete’s ability level.

  • Group activity with the routesetters: You’ll have a chance to interact with and learn from our experienced setting staff.

  • Day pass to climb after the event: After the competition, enjoy the rest of the day climbing at The Boulder Garden. The boulders will remain up for you to keep practicing.

  • Parent involvement: Parents are encouraged to help with judging, either to learn more about competition climbing or to practice for volunteering at future events like USAC competitions.

Pricing:

  • $100.00 : Includes your participation in the mock competition and a day pass for Sunday climbing.

Cancellation Policy:

  • Cancellations before Saturday morning at 7:00 AM will receive a refund of $20 (cost of the day pass).

  • No refunds for cancellations after 7:00 AM on Saturday, January 25th.

Participant Information:

  • Minimum 12 participants.

  • Maximum 20 participants.

  • If we don’t reach the minimum by 24 hours prior to the event, the event will be canceled and all registrants will receive a full refund.

  • Ages 11-18 only.

  • This event is especially beneficial for athletes competing at bouldering divisionals or those who want to strengthen their competition skills.

Meet Your Coaches:

  • Zuoyi Phang: Boulder Garden Head Setter, Senior TRC Routesetter , USAC L1, 10+ USAC QE setting experience, USAC Regionals setting experience

  • Henry Ritterpusch: Former Blochaven Head Coach, National Medalist, and TRC climbing, setting, and coaching alum.

  • Jillian Vordick: Current TRC Coach, 10x Youth National Championship Competitor, USAC L1 Setter, L2 Coach.

This is a unique chance to experience a real competition environment, push your limits, and grow as a climber—all while having fun and learning from the best. Sign up now and reserve your spot for the Youth Championship Training Event at The Boulder Garden at The Boulder Garden.

We can’t wait to see you there!