Schools
Introduce your students to bouldering — a fun, challenging and inclusive way to build confidence, coordination and teamwork. Our school group sessions are designed to suit a wide range of abilities, with no prior climbing experience needed.
Whether it’s a PE class, end-of-term activity or enrichment program, our team will guide your students through a session that’s engaging, supportive and active.
Bouldering isn’t just fun — it builds real-world skills that support student development across physical, social and mental domains.
Why bouldering works for schools
Problem Solving
Every climb is a challenge that requires strategy, adaptability and creative thinking. Students learn to break down problems, test solutions and try again — key skills in and out of the classroom.
Self-Confidence
There’s no better feeling than topping a climb you thought you couldn’t do. Bouldering helps students push through hesitation, celebrate small wins, and build belief in their own abilities.
Collaboration & Communication
While students climb individually, progress often comes through teamwork. Sharing ideas (aka “beta”), cheering each other on and celebrating group success are all part of the experience.
Inclusivity & Accessibility
Bouldering is for every body. Whether a student is strong, strategic, flexible or determined, there’s always a way to reach the top — and no one’s held back by team selection or competition.
Resilience & Focus
Not every climb goes to plan. Bouldering teaches persistence, patience and how to reset and try again — building resilience in a way that feels active and empowering.
Pricing
All pricing options include entry to the climbing gym, and rental climbing shoes and chalk.
What's included
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Entry to the climbing gym
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Rental climbing shoes and chalk
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Full safety induction
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Introduction to bouldering and the space
Who it's for
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Ages 12 and up
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If you’re running a specialised school program or need a tailored experience, we’re happy to work with you to customise the session.
Single Class | per Student per Session |
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Standard School Price | $14.4 |
Coaching Add-ons | Price |
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+1 Coaching Add-on | $50 p/hr |
+ Additional Coach | $25 p/additional coach p/hr |
Term Discounts | per Student per Session |
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First Booking | $7.2 |
50 Student Visits Over Entire Term | $12.96 |
100 Student Visits Over Entire Term | $11.52 |
200 Student Visits Over Entire Term | $10.08 |
Teachers are welcome to visit us for a free climbing session to get a feel for the space and how bouldering could work for your students.
Try it out
Coaching
Our experienced coaches can support students at all levels — from total beginners to state-level competitors. We can also collaborate directly with your PE staff to design a custom climbing experience — including online or hybrid options.
At Portside
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One-off coached sessions
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Weekly coaching across a school term
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Links to our extra-curricular Youth Programs
At your school
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Workshops introducing climbing concepts
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Term-based programs to complement your curriculum