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CLIMBING

Good Afternoon,
I am sorry for my earlier, incomplete email! Climbing season starts next week! Please take care of the following before we begin:
  1. Register for the HS League – Register HERE for Climb Nashville
  2. Complete the Climb Nashville Waiver –- WAIVER
  3. Transportation Forms – If you plan to drive yourself, please complete the forms Ms. Williams sent out. If not, you must ride the bus.
  4. Climbing Trip Deposit (Oct. 3–5) – Checks made payable to MBA. The trip is a highlight of our season, and we expect all members to be there so we can share the full experience as a team.
    • Initial deposit: $200 due 9/1
    • Second payment: $200 due 9/15
    • Final payment: $250 due 10/1
      (If it’s easier, you may pay the full amount at once.)
Looking forward to a great season!
Best,
Mr. S
 
 
Here is the full email you should have received last week:
MBA Climbing – Fall 2025 Season
Welcome to another year of adventure with the MBA Climbing Team! We’re pumped to get started and can’t wait to hit the walls (safely!) together. Below is everything you need to know about practices, trips, costs, gear, and expectations for this season. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns! I look forward to an amazing year.
Mr. Smyth
 
 

🧗 Weekly Practices

Our first practice will be Tuesday, September 2nd. 
  • Tuesday – Climb Nashville (West)
    Meet at 3:10 p.m. in the garage to load the bus. Climb/workout from 3:30–4:30 p.m. Return to MBA by 5:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday – MBA Workout
    Group workout at MBA, 3:30–4:15 p.m.
  • Thursday – Climb Nashville (West)
    Meet at 3:10 p.m. in the garage. Climb 3:30–4:30 p.m. with a Climb Nashville instructor. Return by 5:00 p.m.
 
 

🏆 Competitions

We’ll compete at Climb Nashville-hosted comps this season. Every climber is expected to take part—it’s all about challenging yourself, supporting teammates, and having fun!
 
 

🌄 Fall Climbing Trip – Linville Gorge, NC

October 3–5, 2025
Get ready for our big outdoor adventure! We’ll climb with world-class instructor Wesley Calkins, camp under the stars, and experience some of the best climbing in the Southeast.
Here’s the plan:
  • Depart MBA at lunchtime on Friday, Oct. 3
  • Camp Friday & Saturday nights
  • Saturday: Full-day climbing with Wesley + group campfire
  • Sunday: Half-day climbing, then return to MBA that evening
💰 Trip Cost: $650
 
 

💵 Membership & Season Costs

  • Climb Nashville Membership – $70/month 
  • Youth Team Fee – $35/month 
  • Fall Trip – $650
    Total = $900 for the fall season
 
 

🎒 Required Gear

  • Workout clothes
  • Harness, climbing shoes, chalk bag (borrowable from Climb Nashville)
    Want your own gear? Check out REI or Backcountry.
 
 

🚌 Transportation

We’ll take MBA buses to and from practices. If you’d prefer your son to drive, you can opt out by signing a transportation waiver (student + parent signatures required).
 
 

📋 Team Expectations

  • Respect teammates, coaches, and gym staff
  • Follow MBA phone policy during practices
  • Communicate conflicts ahead of time (illness, appointments, etc.)
    • Unexcused absences = 1 strike
    • 3 strikes = removal from climbing & placed in strength & conditioning
 
 
This season is going to be awesome—we’ll push limits, build strength, and have some unforgettable adventures together. Let’s climb!
 
 
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4001 Harding Road
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 298-5514