The Guelph Grotto is situated on the territories of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ, Attiwonderonk (Neutral), Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, and Mississauga. Guelph’s colonial borders also hold history of the Haldimand Treaty of 1784, Treaty 3 of 1792, and Anishinaabe language. The Guelph Grotto profits and operates on land that we acknowledge and respect as Indigenous to what is currently Canada.
SCHOOL PROGRAMS
SCHOOL PROGRAMS
LET THE CLIMBING COME TO YOU
PORTABLE WALL PROGRAMS
PORTABLE WALL PROGRAMS
AT HIGH SCHOOL
AT HIGH SCHOOL
AT ELEMENTARY
AT ELEMENTARY
"We have had the portable climbing wall at our school twice a year for the last ten years. Dave and his team from the Guelph Grotto have always been accommodating, professional, and knowledgeable. They deliver a diverse climbing program, and they make it fun and challenging for all students, regardless of their fitness level. For many of our students, this is the highlight of their year."
– Cindy Alarie, St. James Catholic High School
The Guelph Grotto portable wall program brings climbing to your school, so students can try a sport that may not have been accessible otherwise. This direct-to-you model means we keep the costs low, and give students a full week of climbing and instruction.
The Grotto’s experienced team of instructors will teach students the basics of indoor rock climbing, and introduce different games and activities to keep students engaged throughout the week. We seek to build a safe and inclusive environment so that all students have a chance to participate and feel comfortable while climbing!
OUTDOOR SCHOOL PROGRAMS
OUTDOOR SCHOOL PROGRAMS
OUTDOOR SCHOOL PROGRAMS
OUTDOOR SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Take your class outside for a day of rock climbing and experiential learning at its best!
Not only does this experience encourage mindfulness, focus, resilience, and problem solving, it also pairs nicely with course curriculums ranging from SHSM, Leadership, Outdoor Education, Physics, Geography, Geology, and more. This program meets or exceeds all OPHEA guidelines pertaining to Curricular Outdoor Rock Climbing, and is ideal for students from grades 6 and up.
TIME: 1 full day at the crag (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
LOCATION: Rattlesnake Point, Conservation Halton or Metcalf Rock
INCLUDES: All technical equipment, and professional guidance
