2026 Rock Program Application

Welcome to the 2026 Rock Program! The application opens on Wednesday, February 25th at 9:00pm ET. If you want to take the program, submit your application no later than Monday, March 2nd at noon ET.
There is no rush to get your application in! As long as your application is submitted by the deadline, you will receive full consideration for the program.

If you have general questions about the Rock Program, please check the Frequently Asked Questions or contact the Program organizers.

If you have questions about the application process, or you're having technical difficulties, please contact the Program registrar.

An asterisk (*) indicates required fields. Fields that are not marked with an asterisk are optional and do not need to be filled in.

Contact Information

The AMC Boston Mountaineering Committee does not give, rent, or sell your contact information to any other organization. At the conclusion of the program, we will add graduates to our newsletter mailing list and email list (from which you can easily unsubscribe if you wish.)

Application Questions

Your answers to these questions will play an crucial role in determining whether you are admitted to the program. Please take the time to answer the questions thoroughly and honestly, and let your personality shine through!
Why do you want to take the Rock Program? What do you hope to get out of the program? *
(Maximum 500 characters.)
What outdoor activities do you regularly do? *
(Maximum 500 characters.)
Describe your climbing experience (if any) - please note that no prior climbing experience is required to take the program *
(Maximum 500 characters.)
AMC Boston Mountaineering is a volunteer-run organization that supports the Boston climbing community. Please describe volunteer/community service experience you have (if any), and what role(s) you envision yourself holding in the Boston climbing community? *
(Maximum 500 characters.)

Is there anything else we should know about your background? (i.e., anything that could affect your safety, ability to participate fully or that may require adaptations in how we approach instruction or support you as a climber/learner.)

To ensure applications are reviewed solely on merit, the committee will not be able to see this response until the application has been accepted.

The Rock Program offers financial assistance to applicants in need. If you are requesting financial assistance, please briefly describe your financial limitations.

To ensure applications are reviewed solely on merit, the committee will not be able to see this response until the application has been accepted.

Gym climbing experience (select one): *
Outdoor climbing experience (select all that apply): *
Do you know anyone who volunteers with the program who would be willing to provide a reference for you? If so, please send them the following link and ask them to fill out the requested information before March 9th. (References are not required.)
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScn0sSialEXdjMC_56lV9t0WDGZrh0mSFbh1mad_UwqRG4U2w/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Program Date Conflicts

The dates for the 2026 program are below. Please note that attendance at Knots Night and program weekends is REQUIRED. Preference will be given to applicants who can attend all required sessions.

Knots Night (required) Thursday, April 2nd, 7-9pm
Belay & Anchors weekend (BOTH days required!) Saturday AND Sunday, April 11th AND 12th
Rappel weekend (one day of your choice required) Saturday or Sunday, April 18th or 19th
Ascend weekend (one day of your choice required) Saturday or Sunday, April 25th or 26th
Graduation weekend (one day of your choice required) Saturday or Sunday, May 2rd or 3rd
If so, which date(s)?

Other Questions

What are your plans for required gear? (See the FAQ for more details on required gear.)

Joining with someone else?

If you want to take the program with a spouse, friend, etc., you can link your applications together. We will observe these groupings during the admissions process; in other words, two people with linked applications will either both be accepted or both not accepted. No preference will be given to either solo applications or linked applications.

Note that all linked applications must list each other's names to be linked together! (That is, if you list someone's name here, they must also list your name on their application.)

Background Information

Your answers to the following questions will not be used in admissions decisions, but the information will help us understand the program's demographics and review our admissions process.
(Note: if you plan to join the AMC before the program starts, please answer "Yes" and give us your member number later.)

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