Sport Climbing Guides

General Knowledge

What is Sport Climbing?

Sport climbing is a style of free climbing whereby the lead climber clips quickdraws and their rope into permanently installed (fixed) protection bolts they ascend.

After arriving at the top of the climb, the leader clips their rope into bolted anchors and is either lowered off or abseils down.

In the event of a fall, a knowledgeable and adequate belayer, the bolted protection and the climbing rope, work together to arrest the leader’s fall before they can hit the ground. 

Training

climber lying down resting watching other boulderer

How Often Should You Be Climbing?

One of the most attractive things about the sport of rock climbing is how quickly you can advance. Climbing is a sport that comes naturally to many, and new climbers usually experience rapid progression. Beginners often race through easy to

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Let’s Talk About Edge Safety

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Sport Climbing Guides

What is Sport Climbing?

Sport climbing is a style of free climbing whereby the lead climber clips quickdraws and their rope into permanently installed (fixed) protection bolts they ascend.

After arriving at the top of the climb, the leader clips their rope into bolted anchors and is either lowered off or abseils down.

In the event of a fall, a knowledgeable and adequate belayer, the bolted protection and the climbing rope, work together to arrest the leader’s fall before they can hit the ground. 

Training

climber lying down resting watching other boulderer

How Often Should You Be Climbing?

One of the most attractive things about the sport of rock climbing is how quickly you can advance. Climbing is a sport that comes naturally to many, and new climbers usually experience rapid progression. Beginners often race through easy to

Read More »