Just a few thoughts
Another week of great links for gym managers and staff – organizational culture, importance of certifications, new gear, new trade show, and a new podcast with longtime gym owner Patty Law. Also a nice variety of reads from ACC, an interview with top competitor Jesse Grupper, and more.
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Culture & Community
- Feb 14: Application Deadline for Competitive Climbing Team (Paradox Sports)
- We’ve Signed the Indigenous Field Guide, Here’s Why (AAC)
- Economic Impact Report: 2020 Ouray Ice Festival (AAC)
- Climbing Community Steps Up to Support Denver Gym (CBJ)
- Failure To Clip Into Auto Belay (AAC)
For Managers
- Podcast: Patty Law – From Belay Check to Gym Ownership (Kris Hampton, The Power Company)
- Organizational Climate vs. Weather (Gavin Heverly, Rise Above Consulting)
- The Indoor Climbing Industry Needs Certification (Heather Reynolds, CWA)
- 18 New Climbing Products and Services for Winter 2023 (CBJ)
- Registration Now Open for the Indoor Climbing Expo (CBJ)
Comp Scene
- Video: Jesse Grupper on 9b+, Team USA Rivalries, and IFSC Gold (Ascentionism)
- Should Climbers Face Strict BMI Rules? (Delaney Miller, Outside)
- National Coaching Certification Program Pilot (Christiane Marceau, CEC)
Training Tips
- Podcast: Ollie Torr — The Secret to Finger Strength (The Nugget)
- 5 Strategies to Sharpen Your Concentration (Eric Hörst, Training 4 Climbing)
- Plateauing? Here’s Why You Need to Keep a Training Logbook (Aaron Pardy, Gripped)
- Video: Are Climbers Wasting Their Time Training Core? (Hooper’s Beta)
