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Futurist: Climb Iowa’s Key to Adding a Gym with Confidence

Climbing Business Journal - March 13, 2020

The idea that climbing gyms only thrive in markets with outdoor climbing has long been debunked. Since America’s first commercial climbing gym opened in...

This post comes to you amidst uncertain times. Here at Venga, we’d like to offer our services to gyms however we can, whether that...

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Climbing Leagues: Digital Solution by MyClimb

Climbing Business Journal - March 20, 2020

At MyClimb, we have developed an ultimate digital solution for gyms to run climbing leagues. Our software takes the busywork of running a league...

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1Climb Brings Climbing to More Youth in Denver

Climbing Business Journal - March 6, 2020

By Matt InmanI recently had the opportunity to visit the J. Churchill Owen Boys & Girls Club in Denver, Colorado. December 17 marked the...

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Grip List 2020: Register Your Brand for New Exposure

Climbing Business Journal - March 9, 2020

Spring always brings new life and new hope to the northern hemisphere. Trees bud and bloom, the weather warms, and routesetters and climbing hold...

How to Start a Climbing Gym Part 2: Business Planning with Vertical Solutions

expansions Climbing Business Journal - February 28, 2020

Gyms and Trends 2019

acquisitions Climbing Business Journal - February 9, 2020

2019 CBJ Gym List Awards

expansions Climbing Business Journal - February 9, 2020

CBJ Membership Has Benefits

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High Drama Book Review: Climbing Gyms Grew Alongside the Sport

Scott Rennak - February 19, 2020

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How to Start a Climbing Gym Part 1: The Idea with Vertical Solutions

Climbing Business Journal - February 1, 2020

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Get Your Brand In Front Of Climbing Gyms

Climbing Business Journal - November 17, 2019

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Joe Robinson - March 13, 2020

The Birth of the ABS Comp Circuit – by John Burgman

Joe Robinson - March 6, 2020

Coronavirus Shakes Up Pathway to Tokyo – by IFSC

Joe Robinson - March 6, 2020

Should Gym Climbers Fear COVID-19? – by Kevin Corrigan

Joe Robinson - March 6, 2020

Complete 2020 Olympic Format – by John Burgman

scottrennak@gmail.com - February 27, 2020

Inside Look on USAC Plans – by John Burgman

Joe Robinson - February 21, 2020

Coronavirus Impacts World Cup Circuit – by IFSC

Joe Robinson - February 21, 2020

US Youth Climbers: Do they start competing too early? – by Taylor Reed

scottrennak@gmail.com - February 18, 2020

Storybook Ending to Grossman’s Bouldering Season – by John Burgman

Joe Robinson - February 11, 2020

Review of German Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation Manual – by Taylor Reed

scottrennak@gmail.com - February 2, 2020

No Birthday Parties at This NYC Gym – By Kai Burkhardt

scottrennak@gmail.com - January 29, 2020

Community, Culture at the Modern Climbing Gym – By Caroline McCloskey

Joe Robinson - January 24, 2020

Sender One Joins ABD Belay Movement – By Paul Hwang

Joe Robinson - January 24, 2020

Why Brooke Raboutou is an Olympian – By Alex Macon

Joe Robinson - January 16, 2020

Bair Hometown Hero at USAC Combined Champ – By John Burgman

Joe Robinson - January 16, 2020

Gyms, Brands Team Up for Outdoor Awareness – Access Fund

Joe Robinson - January 16, 2020

Registration Now Open for CWA Summit 2020

scottrennak@gmail.com - January 11, 2020

Route Setter Magazine Issue 2 Now Available

scottrennak@gmail.com - January 11, 2020

Opinion: Nostalgia Hits Comp Climbing – John Burgman

scottrennak@gmail.com - January 11, 2020

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Climbing Gym Resources During COVID-19 Outbreak

Climbing Business Journal - April 8, 2020

LIST OF U.S. CLIMBING GYMS THAT ARE CLOSEDThank you to Sarah Preston and Sydney Smith for helping to keep this list current. Thanks Jon...

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Optimism Solves Problems: Behind the Closures with Don Campbell

John Burgman - April 8, 2020

Behind the Closures…is a series that interviews gym owners, managers and employees during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic—and looks at how the situation is impacting...

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Tips to Prepare Your Youth Programs for Summer: Marketing and Sales

Zoe Leibovitch - April 3, 2020

By Zoe LeibovitchThe Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is impacting climbing worldwide, but there are some things you can do while your climbing gym is closed....

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Family—and Climbing Family—Come First: Behind the Closures with Jesse Waldorf

John Burgman - April 1, 2020

Behind the Closures…is a new series that interviews gym owners, managers and employees—and looks at how the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is impacting facilities...

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Does Your Climbing Gym Need Funding?

Climbing Business Journal - March 28, 2020

We can appreciate how difficult this time is for climbing gym owners. Revenue drops, expenses remain, and doubt can fill the air. One minute...

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Successful Climbing Leagues: Case Studies with Venga

Climbing Business Journal - March 27, 2020

This post comes to you amidst uncertain times. Here at Venga, we’d like to offer our services to gyms however we can, whether that...

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Things You Can Do While Your Climbing Gym Is Closed

Scott Rennak - March 25, 2020

Stuck at home with extra time on your hands? Don't let yourself get bored.Below you'll find ideas for things to do when closed, and...

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Tokyo 2020 Olympics Postponed Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

John Burgman - March 24, 2020

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and officials involved in organizing the Tokyo 2020 Olympics announced today a collective agreement to postpone the Tokyo Olympic...

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Please Support These North American Climbing Gyms During COVID-19

Climbing Business Journal - March 22, 2020

Thank you Access Fund for requesting this. Below you will find a list of North American climbing gyms, every one of them can use...

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Setting Your Own Way: Behind the Wrench with Tony Agnelli

Jackie Hueftle - March 20, 2020

Behind the Wrench…is an ongoing series that interviews the “rock stars” of the climbing industry, the routesetters at the gyms. This time Jackie Hueftle―a...

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Tokyo 2020 Olympics Postponed Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

John Burgman - March 24, 2020

Competition and community behind the desk at CityROCK in Colorado Springs, CO

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John Burgman - February 28, 2020

Routesetting Should Be Fun—It’s Not Brain Surgery: Behind the Wrench with Alison Krayer

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