4 Reasons Why the Climbing Gym Can Be Your Home Away from Home
No matter how long the climbing gym has been in your routine, the more time you spend there the more you’ll discover just how much your climbing environment has to offer. Whether you're looking to get stronger, challenge your skills, learn something new, meet new friends, get some work done, or just take it easy in your down time, your local climbing gym can fit the bill! To help encourage and convince you that the gym is the place to be no matter what you're looking for, here are 4 reasons why the climbing gym can be your home away from home.
Your Climbing Gym Community
The more time you spend at the gym, the more familiar you’ll get with people, the physical space, any classes or programming your gym might offer, and the general goings-on of a gym's environment. The more folks you get to know the less your gym will be a space exclusively for getting a workout in, and the more it will become a social and community centered environment! Soon enough the gym becomes a place you can hangout and enjoy time with others as much as you enjoy your time climbing.
Getting to know the people climbing around you isn’t just great for finding others to hit the gym with. Your climbing community is full of the wisdom, skill, knowledge, and experience of all those around you! An important way you can care for your climbing community is by getting to know the people, interests, and needs that make up your gym. Volunteer for local competitions, partake in the food drive, attend that 5am fitness class! OK maybe not that last one… But this care will open you up to exponential learning and growth, and guarantees you will move further along in your climbing journey. Trust us, the community will keep you coming back to rock climbing!
Rock Climbing Can Provide a Brain Boost
If you’re craving a new challenge but can’t stomach another short lived hobby after your sourdough starter went sour, ditch the at home hobbies and hit the gym to dive deeper into the climbing world! Climbing gyms aren't just workout spaces, they're filled with information, resources, and tools for growing as a climber and connoisseur of outdoor adventure skills. Whether it's learning how to belay, new technique, strength building, or a brand new form of climbing like sport or lead, the climbing gym is filled to the brim with new and exciting learning opportunities. Outside of hands-on skills, there's plenty to learn about your gym and what it may offer, like local climbing events, resources, job opportunities, and more! Get that brain going with a new and challenging skill by checking out your gym’s clinics or other educational resources today! Not to mention, most climbers don’t stop at climbing… Many of us can’t get enough adventure so we mountain bike, ski, surf, skateboard, and hike. You name the activity and we bet you can find someone to join you.
Climbing Gyms Can Be Work Spaces
It can be hard to find time to get to the gym, especially when balancing work or school loads in your schedule. Instead of dividing your time by going to and from home, school, work and the gym, consider utilizing your climbing gym’s space for more than just climbing! Most gyms have hang out areas for resting, working, or watching the mayhem if you're a parent at a kid’s party. Utilize that space and bring some work with you next time you climb! Being able to take breaks back and forth between your to-do list and climbing can work wonders for your focus and help rest your body between extra tiring sets! Whether you need to get out of the house and into a new study space or you're just trying to fit in a hefty workload while still getting to the gym, this hack might just help you find that perfect, productive balance.
A Little Climbing Gym R & R
When you need a little down time but you're sick of sitting around at home, the gym can be the place to go! Whether you're feeling like a climb or not, getting to the gym offers the chance to engage with other climbers, learn or practice new skills, and maybe even sneak a peek at someone rocking that route you just can't seem to figure out. You don't have to be in the mood to climb to hang out while friends get on the wall (maybe you're in the mood to give a catch or spot!) or watch and learn while others practice new skills. You can get a good stretch in or a light non-climbing workout while you’re there, chat with climbers about routes or technique, check what new gear your gym’s shop is carrying, or talk to gym staff about upcoming programming! There’s so much to do at the gym besides just climbing, and the more time you spend there the more you’ll discover! Before long, your climbing gym will be your home away from home too.
