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Indoor climbing for kids: 5 centres around Montreal

Published October 12, 2026. 1 min read.

Children climbing a colourful indoor climbing wall

Climbing appeals to little climbers and teens alike, and fun centres with auto-belays let kids start with no experience. Here are five centres around Montreal.

In short: for a first time, Clip 'n Climb, where parents and kids climb together; to progress, Accès Escalade Montréal or Le Crux.

Just for fun

Children climbing a colourful indoor climbing wall

1. Clip 'n Climb Laval

34 themed walls up to 10 metres, with auto-belays, at Centropolis.

2. Clip 'n Climb Brossard

Fun walls with light-up tubes and moving holds; parents and kids climb at the same time.

3. O-Volt Blainville

ValoClimb interactive climbing, plus trampolines and ninja courses.

To learn and progress

4. Accès Escalade Montréal (AEM)

Programs for all ages, an Acro-Park with a family option and an indoor play area.

5. Le Crux, centre d'escalade (Boisbriand)

Rope climbing and bouldering for kids, teens and adults, with an on-site café.

Frequently asked questions

From what age can kids climb?

It varies by centre and activity; check the minimum age and height on the website before booking.

Do you need experience?

No: at Clip 'n Climb, auto-belays let you climb with no experience or prior training.

Can parents climb too?

Yes, at Clip 'n Climb parents and kids can climb at the same time.

Information checked on October 12, 2026. Prices and hours may change: confirm with each place before you go.

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