GROUP EVENTS

Is your group or organization at a loss for its next activity? At Vertical Endeavors, your group will experience climbing in a controlled, professional environment. Whether trying climbing for the first time or returning for more fun, rock climbing is an exciting and challenging activity for any group! Perfect for schools, youth groups, scouts, colleges, friends, day camps, and any other group you may have, our variety of group adventures offer the ultimate programming solution for your next event! Advance reservations and a deposit are required for all of our group events. We require you to pay for a minimum of eight climbers. All of the required rental gear and instructor costs are included in the group pricing, making the packages shown below easy to use, with no hidden costs.

NOTE: In all of our group programs, it is up to the discretion of the Vertical Endeavors staff member orienting the group whether the group members are able to clip in and out of Auto Belays  on their own or whether the chaperones will do all of the clipping and double checks


Groups
The Group Event includes two hours of rock climbing. You get harnesses and an experienced instructor for the full two hours. In addition to using the Auto Belays, the group members will have the opportunity to climb on the other walls using top ropes. Climbers will be belayed by the instructor in the traditional method.

Price/Person

  • $18 weekdays
  • $20 weekends

NOTE: Advance reservations and a deposit are required for all of our group events. We require you to pay for a minimum of eight climbers. All of the required rental gear and instructor costs are included in the group pricing, making the packages shown below easy to use, with no hidden costs.

School and Non-Profit Groups
Is your group or organization at a loss for its next activity? At Vertical Endeavors, your group will experience climbing in a controlled, professional environment. Whether trying climbing for the first time or returning for more fun, rock climbing is an exciting and challenging activity for any group! Perfect for schools, youth groups, scouts, colleges, friends, day camps, and any other group you may have, our variety of group adventures offer the ultimate programming solution for your next event! Advance reservations and a deposit are required for all of our group events. We require you to pay for a minimum of eight climbers. All of the required rental gear and instructor costs are included in the group pricing, making the packages shown below easy to use, with no hidden costs.

Call for special school and non-profit group pricing 612.436.1470

We recommend one adult chaperone for every five climbers in the group (more chaperones are welcome).
NOTE: Adult Chaperones will be actively involved throughout the event as spotters and working with Auto Belays. Additional staff can be
on-hand for $50.00 per person if you are not interested in being actively involved in the event.

Birthday Party Package
Bring your friends and climb on our wall for a fun, exciting and adventurous birthday that everyone will be sure to remember!

Dates fill up quickly, so please plan ahead. All parties must be scheduled AT LEAST three  weeks in advance of your desired date. A $50, non-refundable deposit is required upon reservation.

Price/Person

  • $18 weekdays
  • $20 weekends

    Must pay for a minimum of 8 climbers

Birthday party package includes

  • 2 hours of fun-filled climbing with instructor
  • Invitations & stickers
  • Climbing games with your friends and instructor
  • Birthday person will receive a 'Happy Birthday' sign, balloons and a VE t-shirt
  • Birthday person climbs for free with eight or more paying climbers

Party Package Options

  • VE Birthday Party T-Shirts are available for $8 per person
  • VE Water Bottles are available for $5 per person

Additional Considerations

  • Climbers should wear comfortable clothing (shorts, jeans, t-shirt, etc). Tennis shoes are recommended or climbing shoes may be rented for an additional $5 per pair.
  • We recommend one adult chaperone for every five climbers in the group (more chaperones are welcome).
  • Adult Chaperones will be actively involved throughout the event as spotters and working with Auto Belays. If you are not interested in being actively involved in the event, additional instructors can be on-hand for $50.00 per instructor.
  • Everyone entering the climbing area must complete a Vertical Endeavors Liability Waiver (climbers, chaperones and spectators). Please DOUBLE CHECK each waiver to make sure it is fully completed. Anyone without a fully completed waiver will not be allowed to enter the climbing area. Participants under the age of 18 must have the Liability Waiver completed by their parents or court appointed legal guardian.


For additional information, please call: 612.436.1470. 

 Lock Ins
Join us for an all-night adventure at Vertical Endeavors! Our slumber parties are perfect for any group looking to "rock" the night away. Program includes private after hour access to Vertical Endeavors, basic equipment rental, and staff facilitation for the entirety of the event. Our program will test your endurance and stamina, so bring your energy and enjoy a fun-filled night on the walls.

Offered

  • Friday 11 p.m.-7 a.m.
  • Saturday 11 p.m.-7 a.m.

Price/Person

  • $65
  • Advanced reservation and deposit required
  • Minimum 15 climbers



We recommend one adult chaperone for every five climbers in the group (more chaperones are welcome).

NOTE: Adult Chaperones will be actively involved throughout the event as spotters and working with Auto Belays. Additional staff can be
on-hand for $50.00 per person if you are not interested in being actively involved in the event.
NOTE: Advance reservations and a deposit are required for all of our group events. We require you to pay for a minimum of eight climbers. All of the required rental gear and instructor costs are included in the group pricing, making the packages shown below easy to use, with no hidden costs.

Team Building

New Heights
Vertical Endeavors' New Heights programs combine team building initiatives with an energetic climbing experience. Each New Heights program can be customized to suit the needs, abilities and goals of the group. Activities are designed to challenge the group's collective resources and experiences to arrive at new and creative solutions. Initiatives utilized in New Heights events help groups form a stronger sense of communication, trust, collective problem solving, and help everyone recognize the need to work together to reach common goals. Whether you’re looking to foster stronger bridges between people or simply help a group of individuals to "gel," New Heights' team building and climbing programs can get your group moving in the right direction.

Price/Person

  • 2 hour program $25
  • 3 hour program $35

NOTE: Advanced registration and deposit required. We must have a minimum of 10 participants to run the program.

Outdoor Group Experience
Your group can enjoy an outdoor rock-climbing outing to Taylors Falls, MN, Blue Mounds State Park, the North Shore, or Devil's Lake, WI! Experience the thrill of feeling real rock under your fingers while enjoying the expansive vistas which only the cliff tops have to offer. This trip is designed to meet your group's goals while at the same time developing individual self-confidence, respect, and group trust. They are perfect for groups of ten or more such as: schools, scouts, churches, corporations, friends or family. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to bring your group climbing!

Taylors Falls, MN
$69 for 4 hours
10 person minimum


Blue Mounds, MN
$99 for 4 hours
10 person minimum

North Shore, MN
$99 for 4 hours
10 person minimum


Devil's Lake, Wisconsin
$99 for 4 hours
10 person minimum

NOTE: ~10 person minimum. Advanced registration required

 
 
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