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Events
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- TCA Barbie & Boulder Bash
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Thursday, August 20 at 5:00pm - Cycletherapist workshop
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Friday, April 3 at 2:00pm - Jerry Moffatt lecture
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Sunday, March 15 at 6:00pm - Not a leap year competition
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Saturday, February 28 at 10:00am - Chris Sharma lecture
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Thursday, February 26 at 5:00pm - Women's Night
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Saturday, February 21 at 6:30pm - TCA belated opening comp/party
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Saturday, January 24 at 1:00pm
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The Climbing Academy
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- The Climbing Academy
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- Bristol's dedicated bouldering centre
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- http://www.theclimbingacademy.com
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- 01179072956
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- Lower Belvedere House, Charlton St, Bristol, BS50FD
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There’s lots happening as always here at TCA and we’re really packing it in before xmas. December sees our first anniversary and we’re holding a special members day in celebration – see below for details, and we’ve a new weekday after-school session for 8-15 year olds. But first the news…
The Climbing Academy Youth Bouldering Squad
Sam, our Youth Development Officer and Youth Squad Manager, recently organized and conducted a series of youth team trials. After much deliberation and some very difficult decisions, we now have 16 young climbers that will represent The Climbing Academy at UK bouldering competitions. The squad members are aged from 10-16 yrs and will become a familiar site in the centre. Our first competition was at the recent Undercover Rock Climbing Festival and we’re pleased to report that everyone climbed well, with Hamish Potokar taking first place for the under 16s.
Airflow
We’ve recently spent more time thinking about our airflow and extraction and as a result we have installed another 3 fans in the centre with thermostatic control. When the temperature in the climbing area is raised to a certain point the new fans switch on automatically to increase the airflow inside the building.
Hard Wood
We are in the process of developing our very own fingerboard and campus rung range that should be on sale by mid December. There is a huge demand for this type of training apparatus and like everything at TCA, we’re taking our time to make sure they’re the best design and quality they can be at a very competitive price.
Hoodies and Tees
We’ve finally had our new delivery of TCA clothing, high quality and very reasonably priced. There are also female fit tees in orange and electric blue, and unisex vests in black.
Comp this Saturday
It’s the second round of the winter bouldering league this coming Saturday (21st). Our Boulder Club members and Youth Squad will be climbing from 10am to 12 and then it’s open to all our members who can start anytime between 12 midday and 2.30pm. You’ve 2 hours to complete 20 problems and there are prizes for winners of individual rounds as well as the overall league.
Every Saturday - Yoga for Climbers
We are running Saturday morning yoga sessions especially tailored for climbers, based on the Astanga form. These cost £5, start promptly at 9am and provide a great warm up for your climbing day.
Saturday 28th November – The Meltdown Lecture
We are hosting the Bristol leg of Patagonia’s Meltdown Series. This follows the story of two of the worlds top alpinists, Matt Helliker and Jon Bracey, who set out to climb 2 new routes in Alaska in the purest style possible. 7.30pm £7.50
Monday 30th November – James Pearson Open Coaching Clinic
James has made a name for himself as one of the UK’s brightest young climbing talents with repeats and first ascents of numerous hard and bold E9’s and E10’s. A North Face athlete, James has set himself the goal of climbing 9a next year, and will be on hand at TCA to help you with technique and any training advice that you need. Open sessions at 2-5pm and 7-9pm. There is no charge above normal entry fees.
Saturday 5th December – Tim Emmett Lecture – A Chunk of Spice
Tim is a true all-round adventure sportsman. He is a gifted athlete in both body and mind, and is never far from making the next wild mission or outrageous idea a reality. For his opening TCA lecture, Tim will be covering a broad spectrum of alpine cragging, from the Grand Capuchin in Chamonix, to Squamish and The Bugaboos in Canada.
Tim will also talk about the award winning film, Under The Eye Of The Jackdaw, in which he attempts a para-alpine ascent of one of the hardest ice routes in the world. Exclusive climbing for ticket holders from 6pm, lecture starts at 8pm. Adults £12.00 U18's £9.00
Saturday 12th December – Lucy Creamer Open Coaching Clinic
For many years Lucy has been Britain’s top female climber in traditional, sport and mixed climbing. 7 time British lead champion, E7 and 8a onsights and 8b+ redpoint are achievements that few in the world can match. Lucy will be available for a 2-5pm open session to help with technique and any other training advice that you need. There is no charge above normal entry fees.
Saturday 12th December – Women’s Night with Lucy Creamer
Lucy will be on-hand to coach our female members exclusively for our Women’s Night from 6.30-9pm. There is no charge above normal entry fees.
Monday 14th December – SW Schools Bouldering League R2
The 2nd round of our schools league – it will be very busy between 5 and 7pm on this evening.
Friday 18th December – Member’s Day
December sees TCA celebrate its 1st birthday and to give something back as a way of a thank you we are having a special member’s day. All registered members will not be charged an entry fee for their climbing session and there will be a new batch of complimentary hot mince pies every hour.
Coaching Club – Mondays 7-8pm – £10
This is a weekly and informal one-hour session coaching session that will help you meet new people, and consolidate, refine and improve the bouldering skills that you have already gained. It will help you to solve problems that you may be struggling with, and we will appraise and further recommend coaching courses when we feel you are ready. The session costs only £2.50 in addition to your normal entry and provides a great start to your evening’s bouldering.
Youth After-Schools Sessions - Tuesdays 4.30 to 6pm £7.50
This is a new Sport Unlimited style weekday session for all 8 to 15 year olds who wish to climb after school. No experience is necessary but booking is essential as there are only 10 available places per session.
Latest Ellis Brigham offer for TCA members
The latest Ellis Brigham offer for TCA customers is one that's certainly not to be missed. Five Ten have long been regarded as one of the top three rock shoe manufacturers and the Anasazi Verdi and woman specific Siren models are up there amongst the best. See the TCA blog for further details.
Anasazi Verdi
Normal price £79.99
Offer price £65.00
Siren
Normal price £69.99
Offer price £55.00
Xmas Goodies
With Xmas fast approaching we’ll make sure our small shop Is well stocked with great present-making goodies. Books, DVDs, Climb-On and chalk bags are all ideal stocking fillers, and if there’s anything specific you’re after, then let us know with a little notice and we’ll get it especially for you. We can also produce gift vouchers for any of our courses or memberships.
Xmas opening
We will be open normal hours over the xmas period with the exception of:
24th December – 12 to 6pm
25th December – closed all day
31st December – 12 to 6pm
1st January - closed all day
All of our events can be seen on the events page of the website (scroll to the bottom for a weekly calendar) at www.theclimbingacademy.com, and you can subscribe to the blog for the latest TCA news.
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The TCA team