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The Climbing Wall Association is a trade association dedicated to protecting, connecting, and educating the indoor climbing industry.

Representing the interests of indoor climbing businesses globally, the CWA ensures that people are empowered with the tools to bring climbing to their community. We support this through certification and industry standards, governmental advocacy, community-building, and sharing industry news and best practices.

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Chalk Dust in Indoor Climbing Gyms: Strategies

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Dec 23

CWI Virtual Course - December 24 Details

Dec 30

Quarterly Routesetting Roundtable Webinar 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM MST Details

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Certification Summit | South WAH, PRS, CWI Details

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SURVIVE & THRIVE WORKSHOP

You're not alone! Join our community of industry professionals on an exclusive platform where you can access on-demand sessions, connect with vetted industry contacts, and collaborate on common challenges.

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CORONAVIRUS RESOURCE HUB

We're gathering resources to help you address operational and business issues related to COVID-19. We're constantly updating this hub with articles and Community Call recordings as they are available.

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Membership Assistance Program Sponsors

In order to support indoor climbing gyms during the COVID-19 pandemic, we are currently offering a Membership Assistance Program. This allows you a 1 year membership with the CWA for free. Please join us in thanking our amazing sponsors who made this program a reality.

Thanks To Our CWA Sponsors!

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Monument Sports Group Insurance Programs

The CWA provides member-exclusive insurance programs in the indoor climbing industry. Maintaining the availability and price stability of insurance in the market are critical objectives of our programs.

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NEW Certification Dashboard!

The Certification Programs from the CWA are ever-evolving. Descriptions of the different offerings, prerequisites, and more can be found on the new Certification Dashboard below.

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The CWA Community Hub

Log in to the Community Hub, the CWA's member-only site for questions, courses for Certifications, webinars, and more. It's free and open to all members of the CWA. Find the answer to any indoor climbing industry questions.

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