Kids & Family
Fun, safe kids climbing and bouldering in the South East. Rhino Boulder offers clubs, parties, holiday camps and supervised sessions for all ages.
Weekly Clubs
Birthday Parties
New To Bouldering?
Let the kids try bouldering in our bouldering centre in London! No equipment or experience needed
Get Started Classes
Run privately or in small groups, these sessions are ideal for children and families who are new to bouldering.
A qualified instructor will guide participants through a clear safety induction, showing them how to climb confidently and move safely around the centre. Parents can also gain an understanding of how bouldering works and what good supervision looks like.
By the end of the session, both you and your child will have the knowledge needed for safe, independent visits in the future.
Perfect for first time climbers and parents who want peace of mind while their kids learn to climb safely.
Get Started - Little Rhinos
Ages: 4 - 7 yrs
Up to 4 climbers
Price: £25 per person
Length: 1 hour
How do I book?
Book one or more children aged 4–7 into a small, supervised beginner class. Just choose an available slot.
Get Started - Youth Mixed Group
Ages: 8 - 17 yrs
Up to 6 climbers
Price: £25 per person
Length: 1 hour
How do I book?
Book one or more children aged 8–17 into a beginner group lesson. Simply select an available time.
Get Started - Private Induction
Ages: 4yrs+
Up to 6 climbers
Price: £79.50 for up to 4 climbers*
Length: 1 hour
How do I book?
*Your booking covers 4 climbers of any age and will secure your spot. Any additional climber will be charged an extra £19.50 on the day when you arrive. We have a limit of 6 climbers in total.
Want to climb without instructor?
In our Bouldering Centre, minors can climb independently when supervised by an accompanying adult
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4 - 7yrs
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8 - 13yrs
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14 - 15yrs
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16 - 17yrs
Mon-Fri: up to 7pm
Sat-Sun-Bank H: up to 5pm
Minimum climbing age is 4yrs
Youth visitors must be supervised whether climbing or not
*please call us to book a youth competency test, this can be done after completing two sessions at Rhino Boulder (instructed or independent) or directly if you have a proof of being NICAS level 3. The cost of a test is £25.
There is no need for special equipment when bouldering, you only need climbing shoes and you can hire them when you arrive.
It is useful to watch our safety video and pre-register before you come in, so you can jump the queue and speed up your check-in on arrival!
Classes must be booked in advance. If you plan to just walk in and climb, you can buy a pass when you arrive. If you prefer you can buy your pass online too.
Weekly Clubs
With regular weekly sessions for all abilities, from complete beginners to elite youth athletes, there’s a pathway for every child to have fun, develop and progress.
Explore our options and get in touch to check availability.
NICAS - Wild Climbers
Ages: 4 - 8 yrs
Up to 4 climbers
Price: £70 / month
Sessions Length: 1 hour
Frequency: 1 Session / Week
When: All Term weeks (39 / year)
NICAS Wild Climbers is a fun, game orientated programme designed to introduce climbers aged 4-8yrs safely into the indoor climbing environment. It aims to develop awareness of climbing movements, improve confidence, and create a grassroots pathway into additional climbing activities.
NICAS Wild Climbers meets the 3 key stage learning areas of the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) which is the precursor to key stage 1, and includes Communication, Physical Development, and Social & Emotional Development.
Our friendly and encouraging coaches will log any progress made using the Wild Climbers logbook, which provides some structure to the sessions and helps keep the little ones motivated to continue improving!
Additionally, the NICAS Wild Climbers resources encourages inclusivity for all participants, including climbers with additional needs. The programme allows six skill areas to be individualised when setting personal goals.
To find out more about Wild Climbers, including the aims and learning outcomes, have a look through the handbook here.
All our NICAS members are also eligible for a reduced rate climbing membership pass, giving them access to unlimited climbing on top of participating in scheduled club classes. The membership price is £38.50 per month, reduced from £52.00 from a standard concession membership.
NICAS - Bouldering
Ages: 8 - 16 yrs
Up to 6 climbers
Price: £70.00 / Month
Session Length: 1.5 hours
Frequency: 1 Session / Week
When: All Term weeks (39 / year)
At Rhino Boulder we deliver NICAS Bouldering. NICAS is a UK-wide scheme designed to introduce participants to bouldering through a structured programme. This scheme covers techniques, movement skills, and problem-solving skills specific to bouldering.
Taking part in NICAS can provide immense physical and mental benefits to learners, as well as giving group leaders and parents the confidence of enrolling their child on a national scheme.
NICAS builds both physical strength and mental resilience, helps students develop social skills and boost their confidence by taking park in group sessions. NICAS can also be integrated with academic activities such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
More on the NICAS Bouldering Schemes and can be found here. See below FAQ as well for more details on NICAS and how the membership works..
To improve the climber experience and learning environment, we run our NICAS clubs in 2 age groups, 8-11yrs, and 12-17yrs.
Once a climber reaches a certain standard they may be put forward to attend our annual squad trials to see if they have what it takes to join our Rhino Squad.
All our NICAS members are also eligible for a reduced rate climbing membership pass, giving them access to unlimited climbing on top of participating in scheduled club classes. The membership price is £38.50 per month, reduced from £52.00 from a standard concession membership.
Private Coaching
Ages: 4yrs+
Up to 4 climbers
Price: £49.50* / 1 climber
Length: 1 hour
*£17.00 for each additional climber
Get the coach’s undivided attention in a session tailored entirely to your needs!
This session is perfect for anyone looking to improve in a specific area, to get general input from a coach, or for any climbers with additional needs who may want a little extra support.
All our coaches are nationally qualified and are trained to support you with all things climbing, whether that be technical, tactical, physical, or psychological.
To ensure we assign the most appropriate coach to your session, please get in touch so we can discuss your needs.
Private sessions can be booked as one-off sessions or as a series at a discounted rate.
Rhino Squad
Ages: 7yrs+
Up to 6 climbers
Price: £165 / month
Length: 2 hour / session
We pride ourselves in having one of the strongest youth training programs in the country.
Our long-term athlete development plan is carefully designed to provide young climbers with the environment they need to thrive in.
We run both a Development Squad and a Performance Squad so we can tailor our training program to 2 groups of athletes with similar experience levels.
Rhino co-founder, Henning Muller has a wealth of experience in coaching, and will be overseeing our youth training program. His experience stretches from grassroots level all the way up to World Cup level. Having helped athletes along their journeys in becoming regional winners, national champions and international competitors, including athletes from multiple national teams, including Hungary, Hong Kong, Switzerland and GB.
Being part of our squad is more than just training for climbing, our aim is to guide the young climbers onto a life-long journey in climbing.
Kids Birthday Parties
Ages: 4yrs+
4-8 climbers
Price: £129.00 for 4 climbers*
Length: 1 hour
*+ £22.50 for each additional climber up to max 8 climbers
What is it About?
An action-packed 1hr kids climbing party filled with fun and excitement that will leave you wanting more!
Each session starts off with a quick safety briefing before we get you warmed up with some high-energy climbing games.
We then make our way around the centre, while completing a series of climbing challenges to keep everyone engaged throughout.
Our experienced and enthusiastic instructors are there to ensure everyone is having fun regardless of abilities or level of experience.
This will be a climbing experience to remember!
How do I book?
The online booking covers 4 climbers and will secure your spot. Any additional climber will be charged on the day when you arrive. We have a limit of 8 climbers in total.
Would you like us to arrange cake and food packages for your party?
Enjoy a fully catered experience without having to organise a thing, give us 2 weeks notice on your wishes and we can line up something special for your group.
Check out your options here.
Holiday Camps
⚠️ The next holiday camp is scheduled for the February Half Term ⚠️
Ages: 8 - 16 yrs
Up to 8 climbers
Price: £80
Length: 9am - 4pm
Keep young climbers entertained during the holiday with our all day long holiday camp!
We’ve partnered with our neighbours to bring you the best holiday camp in town! Not only climbing , but also swimming, bowling and a fun Warhammer miniature painting activity, all of this in 3 great centres a stone throw from each other and whilst under the supervision of one of our instructors.
Your kids will love it!
This will be a packed day, program times may vary but in general a day will look like this:
- 9:00 – 10:30 – Climbing at Rhino Boulder
- 10:45 – 12:15 – Swimming at the Pavilion Leisure Centre
- 12:15 – 13:00 – Bowling at the Pavilion Leisure Centre
- 13:00 – 13:30 – Lunch at the Pavilion Leisure Centre
- 13:30 – 14:30 – Miniature Painting at Warhammer
- 14:30 – 16:00 – Climbing at Rhino Boulder
Lunch is included in the price.
As we start and finish with climbing at Rhino, participants can join a bit later and finish early if different pick up/drop off times are needed. We can also arrange an instructor to take care of participants needing extended hours and an early drop off/late pick up for £20/hr, get in touch by phone or email to request availability.
We have a host of sessions for beginners or seasoned climbers alike, or get in touch for private sessions for the whole family!
What did Others think about us?
FAQ
Still confused? Here is some demystifying wisdom!
All classes or activities, must be booked in advance, but if you just want to come climbing independently, feel free to turn up at your leisure during our opening hours
Everyone wishing to climb or supervise must follow our standard registration process which includes watching our induction video and filling our a registration form. It’s quick and easy to do so and you can pre-register online to save time when you arrive.
Only climbing shoes, if you don’t have your own don’t worry we have them available for hire when checking in. These will help improve your climbing performance and make your experience more enjoyable.
Anything comfortable that allows you to move freely. Dresses, skirts and flip flops are not recommended! 🙂
Absolutely! Everyone at Rhino was a first timer at some point, and we’re always excited to welcome new climbers. Our space is designed to be beginner-friendly, and our community is genuinely supportive—no pressure, no judgment. Whether you’re figuring it out or just here to have a go, you’ll fit right in. And if you need help, our team’s always around.
Not at all. Many people climb solo and love it—it’s their time to focus, unwind, and move mindfully. But if you’re keen to meet others, Rhino’s the perfect place. Our community is friendly and open, and we run regular Adult Social and Women’s+ Social nights designed for exactly that. Whether you want company or quiet, you’ll feel right at home.
You don’t need to be super fit or strong to get going! We have over 200 boulder problems throughout the centre ranging in difficulty, so there’s something for everyone regardless of your level of experience, that’s the beauty of climbing!
If you’re keen to avoid the busier periods, we recommend visiting on weekday mornings or early afternoons—especially before 4pm. Weekends and evenings tend to be more popular, but there’s always space to find your own pace. And if you’ve got any questions while you’re here, our staff are always happy to help.
Boulder problems are colour coded routes to guide you up the wall and elicit specific climbing movement. These vary in difficulty (or grades) and are carefully designed by our route setters to be challenging and fun!
We use our own grading system. See the grade conversion charts in our centre for comparison to Font or V grades!
No! We also have a warming café where you can sit comfortably and enjoy snacks & drinks (and beer!) when you are not climbing! You are also welcome to bring your laptop and do any work in there as we have a fully setup CoWorking space with meeting rooms and phone booths! We have an equipped gym and offer training workshops too.
Our memberships are for anyone that wants to climb with us on a more regular basis. With our memberships, you gain unlimited access to our centre and also save yourself a pretty penny!
We have 1 Year Memberships or a Rolling Monthly Membership for those wanting more flexibility.
First of all you get unlimited access to our centre so you can visit us as much as you want. If you don’t have climbing shoes, then you can rent a pair for free! On top of your unlimited access we’ll give you 10% off our retail and café items (excluding sale items) and 15% off classes and instructed activities. Not only that but you also get 2 guest passes a month, to use these you will need to bring a friend who has never climbed at Rhino before. Members also will get discounted prices and/or exclusive access to many of our events!
Our Prepaid Annual Membership offers the best value for our members followed by our Rolling Membership which suit those who prefer to spread out their payments. If you climb once a week or more you should consider getting a membership to get the most of you hard earned money!