Reading Indoor Bouldering - All Abilities Welcome!
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Discover Bouldering: Climb, Connect, Conquer!
The end of summer always brings out a sense of change. Fresh goals and aspirations present themselves to us. Perhaps it is to improve your fitness, find more joy, adjust your work/life balance, strengthen your social connections, or simply chill (with a bit sweat) after a long day of work. Regardless of your motivations, bouldering is an ideal opportunity to meet these aims.
The beauty of bouldering lies in its simplicity: you don't need ropes or a harness, just some climbing shoes (which can be hired at the centre) and a drive to get the top and overcome some trepidation. It's also a fundamentally social experience, with most of the session spent discussing how to solve particular climbing routes ("bouldering problems") or catching up with each other in between climbs. Bouldering is a great way to get into the world of climbing, come and see what all the fuss is about!
All skill levels are welcome. The climbing gym features a wide range of problems for all levels. If you're new to climbing, we've got you covered with tailored guidance, boosting your skills and confidence while ensuring your safety on and around the wall.
Experienced boulderer? Dive in and embrace the challenges independently. Just remember to follow the center's rules for your own safety.
Our ethos is inclusivity. I keep our group tight-knit to foster connection and mutual support.
These events will take place at the Climbing Hangar in Reading.
Bouldering sessions at the Reading Climbing Hangar take place once a week:
- First week of the month will see either a Fri-Gay or a Wednesday session taking place.
- Each subsequent week (2, 3 and 4) will see sessions running on a Wednesday evening.
If you have never climbed at the Climbing Hangar in Reading before, you must book an induction slot:
- https://www.theclimbinghangar.com/locations/reading - follow instructions to book an induction slot around the time that this event starts.
- You also need to complete the waiver form that is linked in the confirmation email once you've booked an induction slot.
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What to bring
The only specialist bit of equipment you need are climbing shoes. If you don't own a pair, you can hire these from the bouldering centre.
Wear appropriate sports clothes:
- Shorts/tracksuits that are flexible and allow a range of comfortable movement.
Jewellery or accessories such as rings, watches, chains or bangles should be removed before beginning the session to prevent injury.
Padlock for the lockers to keep valuables safe.
Food & drink
Bring a bottle of water - a water fountain is available to refill your bottle. We usually stop mid-way through the session for a quick snack, drink, and chat in the climbing centre cafe.