Climbing Professionals Will Convene in Salt Lake City Again

For those who work in the climbing industry—for gyms, suppliers or other businesses—our big week is almost here.

Climbing professionals from around the globe will be convening in Salt Lake City, Utah, next month for this year’s CWA Summit, the event’s second edition in the city. Since 2007, the Climbing Wall Association has organized this annual gathering—which provides a combination of professional development, networking, and an expo hall filled with a multitude of the latest and greatest goods for climbing walls. Want to build a climbing gym? Manage a gym, or work at one? There is something at the 2025 CWA Summit for you.

Events At Local Climbing Gyms & Walls

The CWA Summit is always a busy week packed with activities all over town…

April 13-14: Routesetting clinic at USAC Training Center
April 15: Attendee Kickoff Gathering at The Front SLC
April 17: “King Lines” routesetting clinic at USAC Training Center
April 17: Walltopia Rattlesnake Rodeo After Party at Momentum Fort Union
April 19: Closing Celebration & Beaster Bunny Ropes Comp at The Front SLC
At Momentum: Attendees can enjoy free climbing; look for the day pass in the CWA Summit swag bag
At Bouldering Project: CWA Summit badge holders can enjoy free access

2025 CWA Summit

This year’s CWA Summit will be held at the Salt Palace Convention Center in downtown Salt Lake City on April 14-18. The days prior will be filled with certification events and pre-conferences—opportunities for in-depth learning across a spectrum of topics.

It’s not too late to attend! It’s best to register in advance to save time and money. Once online registration is closed, walk-up registration is available with day passes. There are room deals still available at the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City.

Download the App (scan the QR code)

The Summit app is a must-have, allowing you to plan your schedule, message attendees and presenters, research sessions and exhibitors, and win Attendee Reward prizes! Note: The app uses your local time zone, so the schedule may be misleading if you are not yet in the Mountain time zone.

Highlights and What’s New This Year…

$75 Connect Pass: A discounted pass to experience the Trade Show Floor, networking, and shorter education sessions on Friday only.
Pre-Conferences: Arrive early for certifications and in-depth education sessions for owners, managers, setters, coaches and instructors.
Women’s Fireside Chat: For the third year, this space is held for all women and nonbinary people of the climbing industry.
Walltopia Rattlesnake Ramble After Party at Momentum Fort Union: Check out the newest SLC gym while climbing and networking with peers. Free drinks, good music, a mechanical bull, and free tattoos!
Read more about what’s happening at the 2025 CWA Summit

Combined Schedule of Events

SUNDAY APRIL 13

8:00am to 8:00pm – Routesetting clinic at USAC Training Center

MONDAY APRIL 14

8:00am to 4:30pm – CWA Certifications
8:00am to 8:00pm – Routesetting clinic at USAC Training Center

TUESDAY APRIL 15

8:00am to 4:30pm – CWA Certifications
9:00am to 4:00pm – Pre-Conferences
7:00pm to 9:30pm – Attendee Kickoff Gathering at The Front SLC

WEDNESDAY APRIL 16

8:00am to 12:00pm – Pre-Conferences
2:00pm to 4:00pm – Registration & Welcome Reception
4:00pm to 5:00pm – Opening Plenary with Sonnie Trotter
5:00pm to 9:00pm – Happy Hour on Trade Show Floor

THURSDAY APRIL 17

7:00am to 8:00am – Morning Yoga
8:00am to 9:30am – Roundtables
8:00am to 3:00pm – “King Lines” routesetting clinic at USAC Training Center
9:45am to 4:00pm – Education Sessions
12:00pm to 6:00pm – Trade Show Floor Open
4:00pm to 6:00pm – Happy Hour on Trade Show Floor
8:00pm to 11:00pm – Walltopia Rattlesnake Rodeo After Party at Momentum Fort Union

FRIDAY APRIL 18

7:00am to 8:00am – Morning Yoga
9:00am to 10:15am – Community Hub Sessions
9:00am to 10:00am – Coffee with CWA Leadership
9:00am to 3:30pm – Trade Show Floor Open
10:30am to 11:45am – Product Presentations
12:00pm to 2:00pm – Women’s Fireside Chat Luncheon
2:00pm to 3:15pm – Community Hub Sessions
3:30pm to 4:00pm – Closing Plenary
5:00pm to 8:30pm – Closing Celebration & Beaster Bunny Ropes Comp (Pro Finals) at The Front SLC