Afterschool Program: active movement for ages 7 to 13.
A weekly one-hour coached class that gets your kid off screens and onto the walls. Problem solving, strength and confidence, scaled to every child's level.
For the full 3-month semester. Or $50 per month if you want to start smaller.
Beginner or intermediate climbers looking for coaching.
5:00 to 6:00 PM, one hour a week. Pick the day that fits.
Team spirit and personal goals, in one sport.
Bouldering combines problem solving with upper body, lower body and core strength. Classes mix coaching with open exploration and projecting, which means working on one challenge over several sessions with help from friends and coaches.
Every climb has different holds and movement, so brand-new climbers and experienced kids work side by side. Coaches scale each challenge to the child. Kids build body tension, foot precision, balance and good risk habits on padded floors.
Two semesters a year.
Spots for the Monday and Tuesday groups are capped so every child gets plenty of coaching. Classes meet at 12345 James Street, Holland, behind Burlington Coat Factory.
Spring details are placeholders until Shift confirms the 2027 schedule and pricing.
What parents and kids say.
"When fall sports finish up, we end up with a lull, and my kids need a way to be active, especially in the cold months. We started going to Shift's afterschool program last year and wow, it's SO GOOD. I'm able to hang out in the cafe and catch up on things that I need to do (great lattes + fast wifi + super clean space for the win!) and my kids have SO many different climbs they can do. Shift really does a great job of having many climbs that my kids can explore, and I love the confidence this is building for them!"
Lucy R.Good to know.
Questions? Call (616) 377-7006. Looking for something else? See Camps, the teen meetup or homeschool classes.
No. The program is for beginner or intermediate climbers, and instructors scale every challenge to each child's ability.
The $165 semester gives the best overall value and steady progress. The $50 monthly option is perfect for when sports end, or for families who want to try it first.
That is the idea. After a full day in the classroom, kids focus, move and solve problems with friends.
Monday and Tuesday groups are capped, so enroll early.
Try it on us.
Not sure your child will enjoy climbing? Come in for a complimentary day pass, shoes and chalk included. Take a lap, see how they light up, and if your kiddo is excited, we would love to show you one of our options. Limit one per visitor.
2. Tell the front desk you are here for the free kid day pass.
3. Climb, then ask us about camps, classes and memberships.
Reserve your spot.
Pick your day and time below and check out online.