Indoor climbing provides year-round opportunities for climbers. Sheltered from the weather, the climber can practice in a controlled environment while receiving instruction. Learn how to indoor climb in this climbing video.
Focus on your footwork
Stay relaxed
Remember to breathe
Josh is an avid climber that resides off the coast in central California. He has managed for a mountaineering sports company for several years and loves the sport.
JOSH HARING: Hi, I am Josh and today I am going to talk about indoor climbing. Now, indoor climbing for me is never as good as climbing outside and getting outside and getting a little dirty with some friends. But the neat thing about indoor climbing is you can do it all year round. I am fortunate to live in California where outdoor climbing is usually an option 365 days a year. But some of you guys, you might be living in Chicago or the East Coast or places where the weather can get a little tricky at times, indoor climbing is a great alternative to keep your strength up throughout the year and to also practice the basic fundamentals of climbing. Another advantage of indoor climbing is that there are oftentimes instructors who are ready and willing to help beginner climbers all the way up to the expert and advanced. You can usually rent your climbing shoes, harness or anything else you might need for a great day of climbing. Indoor climbing gyms can also be diverse. They have spots for bouldering and even top roping. When you are climbing, you should really focus on your feet and your footwork. Always be looking ahead, where are you going to be, where are your next move is going to be. Remember, any place you put your hand is a great spot to put your feet. If your fingers can get in there, your climbing shoe can. Always breathe, it is important to breathe. Stop if you need chalk. In climbing, it is important to relax. If your body is relaxed, you are going to be a much more smooth and much more fluid climber. When you start to panic and start to sweat a little bit, it definitely detracts from your ability to climb.
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