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, Why is it so difficult to decide on what grading system to use in a climbing gym? Indoor climbing gyms continue to open every year and more people begin their climbing journey on plastic. As a result, the language we use to describe indoor climbing difficulty is continuously evolving. For... Continue Reading
Staff and members alike often share a common complaint: too many children. While striking a balance between child-focused offerings and your adult population is challenging, with intention it can be executed beautifully. Article At A Glance Writer: Tuesday 'Kirby' Kahl,... Continue Reading
Sponsored post. Learn more about how RacePak, an athletic food distributor specifically designed for climbing gyms, can help you provide the best retail snack solutions for your gym. Continue Reading
Ashley Routson discusses the pros, cons, and some suggestions for the use of auto-belays in indoor climbing gyms. Continue Reading
Indoor climbing coaches can benefit from a deeper understanding of kids with disabilities to help them succeed in your indoor climbing gym. Continue Reading
The Headwall Group brings us the first article in a five-part series on using programming to build community through climbing and non-climbing events in indoor climbing gyms. Continue Reading
Boulder, Colo., 12/18/2023 – The Climbing Wall Association (CWA) is excited to announce Sasha DiGiulian as the opening keynote speaker at the 2024 CWA Summit. Two more keynote speakers are planned and their announcement is forthcoming, DiGulian will set an exciting tone for the indoor... Continue Reading
The Climbing Wall Association has expanded its Board of Directors by four members, bringing the total up to nine. Learn about the new board members and the role of the CWA Board of Directors. Continue Reading
The Climbing Wall Association is excited to welcome a new addition to our team, Maddie Hodge, as our new Events Coordinator. Continue Reading
How employee retention in indoor climbing is tied to the growing professionalization of our industry. Also, some helpful tips on how to pay and understand the needs of your employees. Continue Reading
The conclusion of a two-part series on belay devices in indoor climbing gyms, focusing on risk mitigation, rescues, the importance of the break rope, personal responsibility, and freedom of choice. Continue Reading
Learn how climbing gyms can best support USA Climbing events, with handy checklists, categories, and tips to make sure your event is a well-planned success. Continue Reading
