Just a few thoughts
It’s a big week for the climbing industry in France – Salon de l’Escalade happens this weekend in Paris. Hope it’s a great gathering for all who attend! If you work in gyms, or Here in the US we’re getting ready for the 2nd Indoor Climbing Expo in March, then the annual CWA Summit in April.
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Community
- Podcast: A Wicked Good Chat with Campbell Harrison (Circle Up with Allison and Kyra)
- Climbing Outdoors? Get a Guide – Seriously, It’s Worth It (Hunter Price, Movement Gyms)
- The Zoo at Red River Gorge Closes Indefinitely (Ryleigh Norgrove, Outside)
Comp Scene
- Feb 7-9: UIAA Ice Climbing World Youth Championships in Ouray
- USA Climbing Announces Location for 2025 National Team Trials (CBJ)
- Will new World Cup quota system dampen Japan’s dominance? (Lacrux)
- Olympic Champion Leonardo Among Candidates for the World Games Athlete of the Year Award 2024 (IFSC)
Industry Scene
- Jan 11-12: Salon de l’Escalade (Paris)
- 2025 CWA Summit Keynote Announced (CBJ)
- REI Exits Experiences Business, Eliminating 428 Jobs (Kate Robertson, Shop-Eat-Surf-Outdoor)
- German Alpine Association and Messe Friedrichshafen renew partnership (Vertical Pro)
For Owners & Managers
- Jan 22: The Growth Journey – Best Practices for Expansion Webinar (Approach, CBJ)
- Asana Shares Its Latest Flooring Innovations—and the Values That Influenced Them (Asana Climbing, CBJ)
- Building a High-Performance Team – Recruiting Best Practices for Climbing Gyms (Gavin Heverly, Rise Above Consulting)
For Coaches & Gym Staff
- Jan 27: Gym Operations & Customer Experience Roundtable (CWA)
- Mar 24-25: Mental Training for Climbing Professionals (Warrior’s Way)
- Getting Your Team Prepared for Onsight Bouldering Competitions – The Short Beta (Jason Chang, CBJ)
- Routesetters Working With Coaches – Part 3 (Carter Smith, CWA)
Training Tips
- Climbers’ Biggest Mental Challenges (Neely Quinn, TrainingBeta)
- The Hidden Value of Sending More (Kris Hampton, The Power Company)
- Climb Your Project Sooner – The Art of Execution (Kris Hampton, The Power Company)
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