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Indoor rock climbing

is a fun and safe sport for all ages. Climbing facilities provide a controlled, supervised environment where novice through professional climbers can exercise in an enjoyable way. Trained staff teach the necessary safety techniques, and climbing gear is available for rent or purchase. Thousands of indoor climbing gyms listed world-wide operate for you to enjoy. Take advantage of this fun sport!

A climbing wall

is an artificial structure comprised of shaped climbing holds that are attached to the surface both randomly and in specific routes. Before starting, a climber is secured with a safety harness to a climbing rope. It is then travels to the second person on the ground called a belayer. The belayer ensures the safety of the climber by controlling the tension, giving or taking as the climber ascends to the top. As climbers improve their climbing technique they usually purchase their own equipment. The basic items to get started include a pair of rock climbing shoes, a climbing harness, a belay device, and a chalk bag.

Climbing facilities

offer climbing classes in varying degrees of expertise. They are very popular venues for organized groups, like children's birthday parties or scout events. Some facilities offer high ropes courses which can be used by individuals or corporate teams. Portable walls, cargo nets, a zip line, Burma bridges, and other unusual features are representative of these courses. Climbing walls can be found in many locations, including inflatable play centers for families and kids. These large facilities specialize in party hosting for kids and are excellent way to introduce kids to indoor climbing.

The benefits from indoor climbing

are many. Climbing exercise engages all muscle groups simultaneously, including balance, which is as important as raw strength--but it's a "thinking challenge" too. Indoor climbers must figure out a doable sequence of moves to complete the route. Climbers learn mental control as their skills develop. Climbers often cross train in unrelated sports to enhance balance and endurance needed for excelling in climbing. An example of a cross training sport for high aerobic, cardio, and balance training can be found at trampoline centers. There are many large trampoline arenas where athletes of any discipline can train. Indoor climbing is fun, exciting, physically beneficial, mentally challenging, and socially enjoyable. Give indoor climbing a try and get hooked.

Cyberclimber

A fun online climbing game. Get your climber to the top!

Climbing Gym Listing

Huge directory--all indoor climbing gyms and climbing walls in the world.

Build a Climbing Wall

How to build a personal-use indoor climbing wall, planning and construction.

Build a Campus Board

Construct a campus board for intense workouts and improve your climbing level.

Climbing Training

Climbing Knots

Essential knot tying for indoor rock climbers.

Climbing Exercises

Sports Nutrition

Climbing Gear

Climbing Holds
Rock Climbing Shoes
Climbing Harnesses
Belay Devices
Climbing Ropes
Crash Pads
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Gear Manufacturers

All the manufacturers of the gear used in the sport.

Camping Accessory

Things to make it easier and more enjoyable camping.

Backpacking Tents

Tents for all types of uses and conditions and sizes.

Travel Backpacks

Diverse selection in sizes, application and functionality.

Sleeping Bags

Bags for any condition, temperature or environment.

Sports Clothes

Apparel for active people participating in extreme sports.

Climbing Resources

Climbing Competitions

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