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Bouldering vs Top-Rope: Which Style of Climbing is Right for You?
At Approach, you don’t have to choose right away. Many climbers start with one style, fall in love with the other, or enjoy switching between the two depending on their mood or training goals.
Jun 185 min read
Benefits of Enrolling Kids in a Rock Climbing Summer Program
Your kid climbs everything they’re not supposed to. Chairs, shelves, railings—nothing’s off-limits. Instead of fighting it, send that...
May 273 min read
Mastering Dynamic Moves: A Guide to Explosive Climbing Techniques
Let’s break down how you can start performing explosive climbing techniques without flailing through space like a confused penguin.
May 14 min read
How to Train for Outdoor Climbs at an Indoor Rock Gym
Whether you're prepping for a weekend trip to or dreaming of the epic walls at Red River Gorge, your training can begin right here at...
Apr 143 min read
5 Tips for Transitioning from Sport Climbing to Trad Climbing
The transition from sport climbing to trad climbing can be scary! There's a ton to learn! From how to place gear, anchor building,...
Feb 5, 20243 min read
Climbing Footwork Fundamentals
When you're rock climbing, how much attention are you paying to your feet? It should probably be more! Let’s go over some climbing...
Oct 30, 20233 min read
Benefits of Adaptive Rock Climbing
Once uncommon to see adaptive climbers in a rock climbing space, there are now programs specifically designed to equip and facilitate...
Sep 14, 20233 min read
Rock Climbing Books To Pair with Climbing Films Plus Bonus Reads
We're going to go out on a limb and say the most-read climbing books are guide books, and while they are masterpieces, there are many...
Aug 4, 20234 min read
4 Tips to Place Better in Your Next Climbing Comp
One of the reasons climbing is a great sport for adults is the accessibility to competition . Many of us grow up competing in various...
May 8, 20233 min read
5 Reasons Why Gymnasts Make Great Rock Climbers
Gymnastics and rock climbing may seem like two vastly different sports, but there are many similarities between the two. Both require...
Apr 6, 20234 min read
Top 5 Tips for Beginner Climbers
There is no one path to take as a beginner climber. Everyone's experience differs depending on their goals, background, etc. But there...
Feb 28, 20234 min read
How to Prepare for a Bouldering Competition?
Training properly will be the biggest challenge in preparing for a bouldering competition. But pre-competition training is critical.
Feb 9, 20233 min read
What Is Adaptive Rock Climbing?
Adaptive climbing opens the world of rock climbing to everyone, regardless of physical, mental, or developmental challenges. Using...
Jan 24, 20234 min read
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