Volunteer at Pacific Edge today

As a resource for fun and community, we are dedicated to serving opportunities to climb in an inclusive and safe environment. Volunteers must be belay certified, prepared to arrive 10-15 min early, and able to offer patient and compassionate support. Find sign up opportunities below as well as the option to join our Whatsapp Volunteer Group Chat for upcoming events.

Not belay certified? Learn about our Belay Basic Safety course!

July Schedule

  • Climbing out of Parkinson’s every Saturday from 10:00am-12:00pm

  • Inclusive Climbing Crew July 21, 23, 28, and 30th from 3:00-4:15pm

  • Youth Community Climb Day Sunday 7/19 from 12:15-2:00pm

Climbing Out of Parkinson’s

Join us weekly on Saturdays for belay support to Parkinson’s members! If you are interested in participating as a climber with Parkinson’s, find more information under the Community drop down.

When: Saturdays 10am-12pm

Group Organizer(s): Paula Mierau (pmierau@hotmail.com) and Stacy Kim (slkim@alum.mit.edu)

*Note: excess volunteers are anticipated, bring your climbing shoes to join the fun!

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Inclusive Climbing Crew: Supporting Autistic Climbers

Social climbing group facilitated by Regan Clementi, OTR/L. Volunteers will help with belaying and playing between climbs with climbers of all abilities. Please arrive 15 minutes before the session begins to get specific support information on the participants for the day, as well as reviewing the volunteer information sheet before arriving. The hour will include guiding a warm up, giving belays, facilitating breaks in swings, and other social activities.

When: July 21, 23, 28, and 30th from 3:00-4:15pm

Group Organizer(s): Regan Clementi (otregan.clementi@gmail.com)

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Shared Adventures

Our goal is to offer opportunities for social and recreational interaction for disabled people, and thereby encourage:

  • personal growth, development, and self-confidence

  • cooperation, decision-making, and leadership skills

  • outdoor skills and environmental awareness

  • Improved quality of life and level of happiness

When: **stay tuned for summer event

Group Organizer(s): Becky Gomoll (sharedactivities@yahoo.com)

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Youth Community Climb

Partnering with non-profits around the Santa Cruz region to offer safe and inclusive climbing for youth within FosterEd, Student in Transition (SIT), CASA, and juvenile justice programs. For more information on these programs, follow the links to the SIT and CASA programs or reach out to either Erika, Reyna, or Clint, who will be outreaching within the region.

When: Sunday 7/19 from 12:15-2:00pm

Group Organizer(s): Evalani Dudum (evalani@pacificedgeclimbinggym.com), Erika Hernandez (ehernandez@santacruzcoe.org), Reyna Ruiz (reyna@casaofsantacruz.org), and Clint Bonds (clint@casaofsantacruz.org)

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Welcoming Network

Community network dedicated to welcoming and supporting asylum seekers and other refugees. Multilingual volunteers are highly encouraged to help translate!

When: **second summer event pending

Group Organizer(s): Sarah Perryman (perrymansarah18@gmail.com)

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Additional Information

  • Volunteer perks include an extra guest/day pass (can earn up to 2 per month!)

  • For more questions, email our community coordinator, Evalani (evalani@pacificedgeclimbinggym.com)