HOW TO SIGN UP
We will host a sign-up session and first practice Tuesday, February 3rd, from 6pm- 8pm, at Steepworld Climbing gym. Waivers can be signed, team fees can be collected (the team cannot accept credit cards at this time), gym memberships can be paid (credit cards accepted). If you cannot make the sign-up / first practice please call Dillon Key (281-450-2422) or Joel Anderson (406-860-7616) prior to secure your spot on the team.
SPRING COMPETITION SEASON
The Steepteam Spring Extended Season is open to current Steepteam members as well as new climbers who are approved by coaches, and focuses on indoor competition climbing. The team will have the opportunity to compete in the USAClimbing Sport Climbing Series (SCS) and travel and compete in competitions from Bozeman to Pocatello. All competitions are sport climbing competitions, meaning climbers will be on ropes, either top rope (YD-YC) or lead climbing (YB-Jr).
LOCAL CLIMBING or USA CLIMBING
We will be continuing to pursue our focus of developing lifelong climbers. We feel that local competitions provide great benchmarking and goal setting opportunities in a friendly environment while helping foster the greater Montana climbing community. Thus, we are not requiring team members to participate in USA Climbing sanctioned events. Climbers wishing to compete at a USAC level will still have continued support by the team and coaches.
GEAR
All team members are required to have their own gear, this includes shoes, chalk bag, and appropriate climbing attire. Additionally, a harness and belay device (preferably an ATC) is highly recommended for all climbers, and required for those who wish to compete.
SHOES
Rental shoes greatly hinder the development of good footwork and are not acceptable. Shape and fit are the number one priority. All team members should have a climbing shoe with a downward pointed toe, preferably velcro or slip-on. The fit of the shoe should be snug and tight with little foot pain. Shoes should be sized for no more than six months of growth. As bonus Steepworld has offered all team members a $10 coupon for climbing shoes and there is currently a good selection of shoes already on sale now.
2015 SPRING SCHEDULE
Starting Tuesday, February 3rd, practices will be twice a week, Tuesdays and Thursdays, with breaks for the holidays, at Steepworld Climbing Gym.
Junior and Senior Team: 6pm - 8pm
COMPETITIONS
April 1 - LOCAL - Bozeman, MT
April 25 - LOCAL - Pocatello, ID
May 9 - REGIONALS - Bozeman, MT
June 13-14 - DIVISIONALS - TBA
July 9-13 - NATIONALS - TBA
EXPECTED COMPETITION SEASON COSTS
$335 + competition fees and travel costs = total for the 4 month Spring session. The total cost is broken down below.
TEAM FEE
$200. Fees cover coaches time and travel for 31 practices, 2 competitions, insurance, administration, and other necessities needed to run the Steepteam nonprofit program. Currently the non-profit is unable to accept credit cards.
GYM FEES
$135 for a 4 month gym membership. Steepteam practices at Steepworld Climbing Gym in Billings, Montana but is a separately operated non-profit, thus two different fees need to be paid. Team members are expected to maintain a membership at the gym while team is in session. Annual and family memberships are also available that may reduce costs. Gym fees are separate from team fees.
COMPETITION FEES
To be determined. Climbing competitions have entry fees around $25-$45 per competition and the team attends at minimum 1-2 competitions per season. These prices are set by the host gym and cover the costs for routesetters to set and prepare for the comp as well as t-shirts, awards, gym time, etc.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Steepteam offers need based scholarships on a case by case basis. Talk to Steepteam Director Joel Anderson (406) 860-7616
ABOUT STEEPTEAM
Steepteam is a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to providing climbing mentorship and training to Billings area youth interested in improving their climbing skills through practice and competition.
Competitive Head Coach: Dillon Key (281) 450-2422
Assistant Coaches: Aj Elliston and Katie Jacobsen
Non-Profit Board Members: Joel Anderson (406) 860-7616, Joel Svec, Jim Barron
