Bloc Collective

Bloc Collective at Climbing Hut

A Weekly Climbing Session for Girls and Young Women Aged 11–17

Bloc Collective at Climbing Hut Ellesmere Port is a weekly climbing session created for female-identifying young people aged 11 to 17 who want to climb, build confidence, and feel part of a supportive community. The session offers a relaxed and encouraging space where climbers can learn, move, and challenge themselves at their own pace.

This is not about being the strongest or the fastest. Bloc Collective is about enjoying climbing, feeling comfortable in the climbing gym, and developing skills over time in a way that feels positive and achievable. Whether someone is completely new to climbing or already enjoys spending time on the wall, they will be welcomed and supported.

What to Expect from Bloc Collective

Each Bloc Collective session is led by an experienced instructor who understands how young climbers learn and progress. Sessions are structured enough to provide guidance, but flexible enough to allow climbers to explore and enjoy movement on the wall.

Participants will be encouraged to try a variety of climbs, work through challenges together, and learn simple techniques that help make climbing feel easier and more enjoyable. Instructions are clear and easy to follow, with no need for technical knowledge or previous experience.

The aim is to help climbers feel more confident with each visit, both in how they move and how they approach challenges.

Who Bloc Collective Is For

Bloc Collective is open to female-identifying climbers aged 11 to 17 at all experience levels. Beginners are welcome, and no prior climbing background is required. This session is equally suitable for those who have climbed a little before and want a regular, supportive space to continue.

It is especially well suited to young people who may feel more comfortable climbing in a smaller group or who enjoy being active in a social setting. Many participants find that climbing feels more approachable when they are surrounded by others of a similar age in an encouraging environment.

Building Confidence Through Climbing

Climbing has a unique way of helping young people build confidence. Reaching the top of a wall or solving a climb can feel like a real achievement, especially when it comes after a few attempts. Bloc Collective creates space for these moments without pressure or judgement.

Climbers are supported to try things, step down when needed, and try again. Over time, this helps build resilience and self-belief. The focus is always on effort and progress, not comparison with others.

For many participants, the confidence gained during climbing starts to carry over into other areas of life as well.

Staying Active in a Fun and Engaging Way

Bloc Collective offers a great way for young people to stay active without it feeling like a traditional sport or fitness class. Climbing naturally develops strength, coordination, balance, and problem-solving skills, all through movement and play.

Sessions are designed to keep things interesting, with a variety of climbs and challenges that suit different abilities. This keeps climbers engaged and helps them enjoy being active in a way that feels rewarding rather than forced.

A Supportive Social Space

One of the most valued parts of Bloc Collective is the sense of belonging it creates. Climbing together encourages conversation, encouragement, and shared achievement. Over time, familiar faces turn into friendships, and the climbing gym becomes a place that feels comfortable and familiar.

Meeting weekly helps participants settle into a routine and feel more confident in the space. Parents and guardians can feel reassured knowing their child is spending time in a supervised, positive environment with experienced staff.

Climbing Hut Ellesmere Port

Climbing Hut Ellesmere Port is a community-focused climbing gym that welcomes climbers of all ages and backgrounds. Our goal is to make climbing accessible, enjoyable, and inclusive. Sessions like Bloc Collective reflect our commitment to supporting young climbers in a way that prioritises wellbeing, enjoyment, and long-term engagement with climbing.

Our team is passionate about helping young people discover what they can do, both physically and mentally, through climbing.

Session Information

Session: Bloc Collective

Age Range: Female-identifying climbers aged 11–17

Day: Tuesdays

Time: 19:30 to 20:30

Location: Climbing Hut Ellesmere Port

All sessions are led by an experienced instructor and take place in a welcoming and supportive setting.

Join Bloc Collective

Bloc Collective is a great choice for anyone looking for a regular youth climbing session that focuses on enjoyment, confidence, and connection. It offers a chance to move, learn, and spend time with others in a positive and encouraging space.

If you are looking for a climbing session that supports young people to grow at their own pace while having fun, Bloc Collective at Climbing Hut Ellesmere Port is ready to welcome you.