LGBTQ+ Youth (5 and up) Climbing Day

Movement Rockville is thrilled to partner with Unmatched Athlete to offer fun introductory climbing experiences for LGBTQ+ youth and allies ages 5+!

Movement Rockville is a full service rock climbing facility with roped climbing and bouldering. We are excited to support you on your climbing journey!

During the Unmatched Athlete Youth Climbing Days, youth ages 5 and up can try out climbing, play games, and meet new people in a friendly, supportive community.

Cost: $15 per climber

Event Schedule (subject to change):

• 12:30-1:00p: Introduction and Ice Breakers
• 1:00-2:00p:  Rope climbing instruction for new folks ages 13+. Time to climb with staff (ages < 13 and anyone interested)
• 2:00-2:30p:  Climbing Games and Wrap-up

Please arrive no later than 12:15 PM.

Attire: Wear anything you can move in! Closed toes shoes required. Limited stock of rental climbing shoes available.

Parents are not required to stay for the event, but they are welcome to stay and connect with other parents and the Unmatched Athlete Volunteers. 

Please register in advance for this program so that we can ensure adequate support for all climbers!

Required Forms

1. Participant Agreement: Please complete a Movement participant agreement for Maryland and Virginia Gyms.

2. Unmatched Athlete's Intake Form: This form is required to attend events with Unmatched Athlete.

Sign Up Now for Upcoming 2026 Dates at Rockville:

• May 9
• Jul 11
• Aug 8
• Sep 12
• Oct 10
• Nov 14

About Unmatched Athlete:

Unmatched Athlete is a Maryland-based non-profit that encourages youth who identify as LGBTQ+ and allies ages 5-18 to participate in sports and fitness. We encourage our youth to explore their athletic creativity and become well-versed student athletes that excel beyond their time in school. Our hope is that every youth that participates in our organization becomes an instrumental member of the LGBTQ+ community and beyond.