VOTE IN THE BMC AGM!! If you are a BMC member it is important that you vote. We support option A and here’s why: The BMC is a membership organisation. It means that if you pay for BMC membership or if you are a member of an affiliated climbing club, then you have a say in how it’s run. There are some very big changes proposed at this year’s AGM. … [Read more...]
Climbing Inspiration // 1920’s to 2010’s
We all know that you can't be what you can't see, so in today's post are some Youtube videos to help you visualise success. Vicarious experiences, seeing other achieve success, are critical to gaining self-efficacy. Feel Successful, Watch Others' Success Self-efficacy is the thing that makes us believe that we have it in us to do the things … [Read more...]
Why YOU should create a Women’s Climbing Group
Guest writer Lorna Potter, founder of Bristol Women Climbers, discusses her insights and suggestions in the set up of a women's climbing group. Women's climbing groups are are a great way to empower women and create a community for women to come together and build friendships around their love for climbing. I'm Lorna and I run Bristol … [Read more...]
Fancy Footwork: How to get better
Footwork is talked about so often by climbers, but even experienced climbers often don't know where to go to improve their footwork. Today's article is all about improving footwork. If we've missed something, leave us a comment and share your experience and knowledge with us and others. Why improve footwork? Footwork is typically the last skill … [Read more...]
Spring climbing in the Peak District
The weather is getting warmer and if you’re like me you are getting excited about getting outdoor climbing again. … [Read more...]
Winter sport climbing destinations
Winter is well and truly upon us, and the cold days are interspersed with mild, wet ones, making it pretty hard to get on the rock outdoors. … [Read more...]
The Environmental Climber
In a world where climate change is a real threat us climbers have to do our part to keep the environment we inhabit, and let’s be honest, take advantage of for our own pleasure, safe. Sometimes it is easy to forget to do certain things to maintain a fun but environmentally responsible balance but it’s actually pretty simple! … [Read more...]
My First Winter Climb
On January 19th 2013 an avalanche swept four people to their deaths in Glencoe. It was an event that shocked a great many people. Me included. I was on the mountain on that day. A year later I returned to Scotland to do a Winter Skills course. Trudging the long walk-in to the corrie and back, I began to reflect and piece together my response … [Read more...]
Getting out in Winter: Stay safe
Winter is here. If you are considering learning new skills to make the most of Scottish winter, or perhaps just thinking of going out with friends or family over the winter weekends, there are many ways to enjoy the winter season. Here's essential information from Mountain Rescue England & Wales about how to stay safe in during winter. … [Read more...]
Life-Climb Balance For The Single Parent
Work-climb-life balance can be tricky, especially if you have children or a demanding job. Whether your work is paid or voluntary (and in this I include caring and housekeeping roles), after long hours committed to this role it can feel hard to find the time to get to the wall let alone the energy to do so. … [Read more...]