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Youth

Portside is first and foremost an adult-focused space, built with climbers 18 and over in mind. We know the next generation’s just as psyched to climb – so we’ve made space for them too. Our Youth Programs are built for younger climbers, with a focus on fun, confidence, and skill-building in a supportive environment. You’ll find more info on current programs below.

A very young female climber wearing rental shoes holding on an orange climbing hold. There is a youth coach in the foreground watching her.

A fun and playful way for kids to learn bouldering. Teaches essential climbing skills through on-the-wall games in a safe, supervised environment.

Pebbles

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Mix of skills-based drills, games, and climbing time. Designed to teach technique, build strength, and boost confidence on and off the wall.

Youth Club

Young asian male climber with both hands gripping a large blue bouldering hold. His body is crunched tightly around the hold and he is looking into the hold where his hands are.

Focus on refining technique, building strength, and setting goals - with personalised coaching and a tighter group to support individual growth.

Development Squad

A young male climber attempting a finals-style boulder on a slightly steep bouldering wall. A coach watches him in the foreground.

Space for serious climbers who are committed to refining their craft and performing at the highest level.

The Squad

An image of two young climbers on the mats, one caucasian and one asian. both in a relaxed pose and smiling towards the camera.

Great way for kids and teens to stay active over the break — learning new skills, making friends, and having fun on the wall.

Holiday Classes

a young male climber on thsmiling looking back climbing wall, with his left leg up on a climbing volume. He is looking to the right of the camera and smiling. Ther is another male climber in the background on the wall with his left foot stretched out onto a grey climbing volume.

Great for kids who want to climb on their own terms, at their own pace, with adult supervision if needed.

Holiday Membership

Youth Journey

We offer exciting pathways for young climbers to grow and thrive, no matter how seriously they want to pursue climbing. Our supportive environment helps youth build confidence, skills, and reach their full potential. Some of our climbers have even achieved incredible success, competing at World Youth Championships!

Public Pathway

Public Pathway

Pebbles

A fun space full of games and climbing.

Youth Club

Combo of games and climbing training.

Youth Club+

Climbing training and focused coaching.

Performance Pathway

Apply via application

Pebbles

A fun space full of games and climbing.

Youth Club

Combo of games and climbing training.

Dev Squad

Focused training prepping for The Squad.

The Squad

Elite level youth training for climbing.

Youth Access Fund

The Youth Access Fund helps support young climbers in our community to access the competition circuit – both across Australia and overseas. Your donation goes straight to the climbers' costs associated with competitions, such as travel, rego fees, or gear. 100% of funds raised go directly to youth athletes.

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All admin is done by volunteers. Every donation, big or small, helps a young climber take their next step. Thanks for being part of the journey.

KidSport

KidSport is a government funded program that offers financial assistance towards sport fees for eligible children each financial year.

All Portside Youth Programs are KidSport approved. KidSport cannot be used for regular Single Entries.

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