Climbing has emerged as a rapidly growing and dynamic sport within the global sports market, gaining significant popularity due to its inclusion in major sporting events, its appeal to adventure enthusiasts, and its accessibility as both a competitive and recreational activity.
Climbing involves ascending natural rock formations or artificial climbing walls using physical strength, technique, and mental focus. It is divided into several disciplines:
Sport Climbing: Climbing pre-equipped routes with fixed anchors for protection.
Bouldering: Climbing short, challenging routes (called “problems”) without ropes, typically on small rock formations or artificial walls.
Speed Climbing: Racing to the top of a standardized route as quickly as possible.
Traditional Climbing: Placing removable protection gear while ascending natural rock formations.
Indoor Climbing: Practiced in climbing gyms, which has become a gateway for many to the sport