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How Climbing Teams Shape Future Athletes

Join Competitive Climbing Teams

Rock Climbing Vs Bouldering Gym Competitive climbing and climbing teams has existed since the mid-1980s, with the first competition held in 1985 in Italy and the first World Championships (Climbing ... Read More
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How the Olympic Climbing Team is Pushing Comp Climbers to a Whole New Level

How the Olympic Climbing Team is Pushing Comp Climbers to a Whole New Level In 2015, there was only one rock climbing gym that was easily accessible to climbers looking

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Climbing Alone: The Bold Ascents of Marc-André Leclerc in ‘The Alpinist Documentary’

Having lived for years in Southern California, I’ve interacted with Alex Honnold in casual settings—my favorite was probably when he and Jimmy Chin were climbing on the lead wall next

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Best Advanced Outdoor Rock Climbing Gear

We covered the basics of introductory rock climbing gear—harnesses and shoes—in a separate blog article about what new climbers need to get started and gear recommendations, but what about gear

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The Best Summer Activities for Teenagers and College Students

For active teens and college students, summer break is a sweet spot for pursuing outdoor activities. After April showers have subsided, the summer season brings warmer and drier weather, which

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Northern, VA Adult Fitness Classes at Vertical Rock

With the summer season right around the corner, many of us are coming off a rainy spring season, completely ready for that beach and pool weather. A great way to

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Northern, VA Climbing Summer Camps

Spring has sprung and the summer season is right around the corner here in Northern Virginia. For parents, that means the kids will be out of school for summer break

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3 Reasons to Join a Competitive Youth Climbing Team

As the weather warms and climbers eagerly anticipate the shifting seasons, the distinction between bouldering and sport climbing becomes paramount in competitive climbing circles. Each discipline has its dedicated season,

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How Do Auto Belays Work

How Do Auto Belays Work

If you have been to a rock climbing gym that offers roped climbing, you may have noticed something weird on the wall.  An auto belay setup is not necessarily discrete;

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The Difference Between Fitness Center vs. Gym

The Difference Between Fitness Center vs. Gym

Modern gyms are more than just free weights, kettlebells, and pull-up bars. Today, fitness centers have become increasingly equipped with the latest and greatest tools to help you achieve your

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