why rock climbing is great for kids

Rock climbing is not

just for grown-ups.

Your children can also

enjoy this fun-filled

activity as well as reap

its advantages.

Aside from its heart-

health benefits, it is

also known to boost

their self-confidence

and esteem.

While it may not be

an impromptu activity

like running or biking,

there are many

climbing walls …

… that are now

available, especially with

the advent of fitness

centers and camps.

The great thing about having

your kids join these activities is

that it follows up on their

natural tendency.

As you know, children are

natural climbers. You can see

them going up on trees or

scaling tall ladders.

With rock climbing, you can

satisfy their impulses to climb.

What's more, it is fairly easy on

the kids compared to adults.

With a high strength-to-weight

ratio, they have less body

weight to pull up, and they are

more flexible.

It is also a low-impact workout that tests your children's

endurance. It's easy on their joints as they burn energy during

their ascent.

What's more, climbing walls are like giant puzzles

begging to be solved.

Not only does it tests the physical aspects of your

children's development, it also stimulates their

mental faculties.

Kids are challenged physically as their

pull, lift, stretch, and twist their way up.

This activity also develops their eye-hand

coordination as they maneuver their climb.

Not only that, it also involves a playful

discovery of oneself and a learning

experience that teaches kids the values

of patience and determination.

Rock climbing is an activity that

everyone in the family can enjoy. It is

a holistic family experience where fun

and knowledge come together.

The Benefits for Kids

and Family

Rock climbing has once

been considered the sport

of adrenaline junkies.

One may wonder why many

of these enthusiasts risk life

and limb as they climb

mountains or walls.

Perhaps it’s the excitement.

Is it the thrill?

Or is there more to that

exhilarating feeling that one

experiences while being

attached to the side of a hill

or climbing wall?

Almost anyone can do rock climbing although it may vary

in skill level, namely beginner, intermediate, or advanced.

But despite its reputation as an extreme sport, children

can do this. One does not need to be super-fit to join a

rock climbing class.

However, good technique is a better commodity

than strength when doing this sport.

In this activity, your kids can improve their footwork

and get a good grasp on body positioning.

Thinking of having your kids join a rock climbing activity?

It’s a great physical, mental, and intellectual workout.

Let your kids enjoy the rock climbing

experience at Maplewood Summer Day Camp.

Experienced staff will keep your child both safe

and busy with arts and crafts, games, water

sports, gymnastics and more.

Visit the site at

http://www.maplewoodyearround.com

MAPLEWOOD COUNTRY DAY CAMP AND

ENRICHMENT CENTER

150 Foundry St. (Route 106)

PO Box 88 (Mailing)

South Easton, MA 02375

Email: info@maplewoodyearround.com

Telephone: (508) 238-2387

FAX: (508) 238-1154