Bouldering rocks! 🚀
What is bouldering
Bouldering is a form of free climbing that is performed on small rock formations or artificial rock walls without the use of ropes or harnesses. While bouldering can be done without any equipment, most climbers use climbing shoes to help secure footholds, chalk to keep their hands dry and to provide a firmer grip, and bouldering mats to prevent injuries from falls. Unlike free solo climbing, which is also performed without ropes, bouldering problems (the sequence of moves that a climber performs to complete the climb) are usually less than 6 meters (20 ft.) tall. Traverses, which are a form of boulder problem, require the climber to climb horizontally from one end to another. Artificial climbing walls allow boulderers to climb indoors in areas without natural boulders.
Why to take up bouldering
There are many reasons you should try bouldering!
- 🧗♀️ It is a great form of exercise that uses your whole body
- 🧗♀️ It provides you with mental challeges as well
- 🧗♀️ You can do it on your own or with other people
- 🧗♀️ You can do it whenever you want!
Equipment you need
The only thing you need is a pair of climbing shoes! It may be useful to have some chalk too to get better grip but not absolutely necessary. You can get some online although I would recommend you try the shoes on, so go to a place like Decathlon.
Have a free taster session!
If you would like to try out if this sport is for you feel free to contact me for a free taster session!
If you would like to know more about bouldering...
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