Putting up a climbing wall in your child's room is a great way to keep the kids challenged, entertained, and make use of empty vertical space all in one go.

When you choose the Squirrel Products Kids Rock Climbing Holds set, you can set up the holds as you see fit. You can get a pack of 10 or 20 holds, which is less than the typical 25 that most packs ...

11866 La Grange Ave Los Angeles, CA 90025 (310) 207-7199 www.rockreation.com Located in Westwood, Rockreation Sport Climbing Centers has various climbing terrains for the newbie or climbing veteran.

Step 9: Attach your rock climbing wall. You can use deck boards or plywood for the rock-climbing wall. This build called for half-inch plywood with a 2×4 frame for extra support.

Fast forward a few months, and Jake was climbing a 60-foot wall, incentivized by a Hot Wheels car waiting at the top. Mark Brown is another kid who climbed on everything at home.

(714)777 4884 www.rockcityclimbing.com Rock City Climbing Gym offers free climbing 101 and belay training, which includes the free class, harness, shoes and a three-week unlimited membership.

Because the kids have outgrown indoor play spaces, I ask two regulars to play reviewer for the new rock climbing wall. Giridhari, five, and Subal, eight, are ready for the challenge.