Accessible Climbing

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Climbing is inherently individualized and adaptable. At Reach, we strive to offer an environment that is accessible for all, regardless of age or ability. Our staff are committed and prepared to help you get on the wall from your first visit by eliminating barriers and providing a safe environment in which to explore a new activity. In addition, our therapeutic climbing programs use the medium of climbing to work towards functional goals on and off the wall through consultation with an Occupational Therapist (OT). This therapeutic modality may be appropriate for individuals with a variety of needs and goals including physical rehabilitation, cognitive or learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, anxiety and depression, among others. These programs are highly customized. They are available for adults and children, as individual or group sessions. Pricing is adjusted accordingly. A portion of these programs may be covered by third party health insurance or motor vehicle collision insurance. Please reach out for availability and pricing, or to explore specific goals with our OT. Please call ahead to ensure that we are able to meet your needs at the time of your visit.

Meet our therapeutic team:

Sarah is a registered Occupational Therapist who graduated from Queen’s University in 2004. She has extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of physical, cognitive, psycho-emotional, and perceptual impairments. She has worked with individuals after stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputation, and a variety of other life-altering events in the acute and rehabilitation settings, and has facilitated return to community, work, and school. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to use climbing, her favourite leisure pursuit, as a therapeutic tool for Reach clients in their recovery journeys. Sarah is a passionate recreational climber, who also has experience in coaching beginner and elite youth climbers. As one of the owners of Reach Indoor Climbing, she is excited to introduce individuals of all abilities to the therapeutic benefits of climbing.

Julia is a registered Occupational Therapist with experience supporting a wide variety of individuals through therapeutic climbing. She has worked with children and adults with ranging impairments and disabilities to achieve their goals using climbing as a therapeutic medium. She strives to create supportive and positive therapeutic experiences by ensuring her approach is client-centred, as she understands that everyone has unique strengths, goals, and needs. She is very excited to continue offering and developing programs and services at Reach Indoor Climbing that will expand on opportunities for accessible recreation and therapeutic intervention.