Glossary of Climbing Terms
Climbing, like many sports, is full of its jargon. Flash? Crimp? Slab? Sometimes you just need a simple explanation especially if you’re a beginner climber or even a long-time member […]
Three Unexpected Benefits of Getting your Kid into Climbing
Rock climbing is a wonderful way to keep life in perspective. Getting your kid into climbing can give them the tools to succeed later in life, both mentally and physically. […]
Activities to Help Your Kids Unplug
In the modern age, it seems like everywhere you turn there’s another screen. From smartphones to tablets, laptops to TVs, our kids are constantly bombarded with digital distractions. How do […]
4 Essential Survival Skills Children Learn Through Rock Climbing
Example of a Survival Skill We want our children to be able to make knowledgeable decisions as they get older. What’s an example of a survival skill? A lot of […]
Benefits of Climbing
The popularity of indoor rock climbing has seen a virtual explosion in recent years. It seems like only yesterday when finding a climbing gym in your city was like finding […]
Top 10 Date Night Ideas in Albany & Latham, NY
Forget sitting silently in a movie theater next to someone you’re just getting to know! A date night should be about fun, connection, and shared experiences. Whether you’ve just matched […]
Top 5 Recovery Tips After Your First Climbing Session
Your First Climbing Session Congratulations, climber! You’ve just conquered your first climbing session—whether it was your first time ever or just the first of the season, you’ve tested your strength […]
Top 5 Kids’ Birthday Spots in Albany, NY
Planning a memorable kids’ birthday party for your child near Albany just got a whole lot easier! Whether your little one loves climbing, bouncing, exploring nature, getting creative, or diving […]
The Ultimate Guide to Climbing Terms
Climbing has its own unique language, full of technical jargon and slang that might seem confusing at first. If you’ve ever heard climbers talk about “sending a project,” “dyno-ing to […]
The Beginner’s Guide to Warming Up for Climbing (and Why It Matters)
If you’ve ever jumped straight into a climb without warming up for climbing, you’ve probably felt the effects—tight muscles, stiff fingers, and maybe even the dreaded flash pump that leaves […]