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Hold the Doors Open: Behind the Wrench With Sydney McNair

Holly Yu Tung Chen - June 7, 2023

Grip Reports

New Climbing Holds and Volumes of June 2023: Grip Showcase Pittsburgh Edition

Climbing Business Journal - June 4, 2023

legal

Jason Pill – Legal Challenges Come With Growth – CBJ Podcast

expansions

From Garage Wall to National Chain: Monk Expands in the Netherlands

CWA

CWA Summit 2023 – Observations From the Floor

2023 CWA Summit Buyer's Guide

Buyer's Guides

32 Highlights From the CWA Summit 2023 Expo Hall

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Are Markets Approaching Saturation? Behind the Desk with Lucas Kovalcik at The Gravity Vault

INSIDER NEWS & JOBS WEEKLIES

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Insider News

Climb Insider: webinar for managers and more

Climbing Business Journal - June 1, 2023

Just a few thoughts Attracting qualified staff and keeping them around is a core challenge for many climbing gyms and our...

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Climbing Jobs Weekly

Work in Management Positions at Sender One – Climbing Jobs Weekly 2023 June 1

Climbing Business Journal - June 1, 2023

CBJ hosts the most active job board for climbing businesses and organizations. Below are the latest posts from this...

CBJ PARTNER RESOURCES - click to see all partner resources

gym projects

Citywall – Sustainable Climbing Walls With a Personal Touch

Citywall - May 16, 2023

Just like a skilled artist needs a good canvas, a quality climbing gym needs...

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holds

The Rise of Grizzly Holds: From Routesetting and Coaching Together to Selling Holds in an International Market

Grizzly Holds - May 12, 2023

“Grizzly Holds: Coming Soon,” their first Instagram post, dated October 13th, 2018, says. Pictured...

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finance

3 Things to Do and Not Do When Developing a Climbing Gym: Ryan Studio’s Insider Tips

Ryan Studio - May 5, 2023

Developing a climbing gym project and bringing your dream into reality is never the...

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CLIMBING GYM PROJECTS - click to see all gym projects

Ask A Lawyer

Commercial Leases: A Climbing Gym Owner’s Guide to Negotiation Tactics, Common Pitfalls, Legal Issues

Jason Pill and Kyle Mosey - May 12, 2023

When it comes to commercial leases, gym tenants can often feel overwhelmed by the concepts and clauses found in the contracts presented to them....

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New “Mom-and-Pop” Gym Designed to Have a “Warm and Organic” Feel

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New Bouldering Gym Opens Next to “the Birthplace of Sport Climbing in the U.S.”

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Movement Purchases Multiple Summit Gyms in the Dallas Area

acquisitions Climbing Business Journal - April 21, 2023

Bouldering Gym’s Expansion Is “A Silver Lining to an Unfortunate Natural Disaster”

expansions Climbing Business Journal - April 11, 2023

INTERVIEWS WITH CLIMBING BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS - click to see all interviews

education

Louie Anderson – Revitalizing Routesetting for the Next Generation – CBJ Podcast

Holly Yu Tung Chen - May 19, 2023

Today's guest is Louie Anderson, a setter who needs no introduction, but we're going to introduce him anyway for the listeners who may be...

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Dave Hudson – Coaching Youth Through the Ages – CBJ Podcast

coaching John Burgman - April 26, 2023

Sierra McMurry – Routesetting on Common and Uncommon Ground – CBJ Podcast

diversity equity inclusion Holly Yu Tung Chen - April 7, 2023

Stay True to Your Core: Behind the Desk With Pete Sancianco at Rock Spot

interviews Naomi Stevens - March 29, 2023

“More Keys to Route Setting;” A Behind-the-Scenes Interview With Jacky Godoffe

competitions John Burgman - March 24, 2023

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holds

Ascension of a “Sup’r” Exciting New Hold Brand

Sup'r Climbing - April 28, 2023

gym projects

The Benefits of Climbing Wall Remodels: Insights From EP

EP Climbing - April 7, 2023

equipment

Re-Covering in 2023: Strati Climbing Breathes New Life Into Gym Flooring

Strati Climbing - March 17, 2023

LATEST DATA & PRODUCT REPORTS

Gyms and Trends Report 2022

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Gyms and Trends 2022

Gym List Awards 2022

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2022 CBJ Gym List Awards

2022 Grip List Awards

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2022 Grip List Awards

Grip Reports

New Climbing Holds and Volumes of April 2023

Winter 2023 CBJ Buyer's Guide

Buyer's Guides

18 New Climbing Products and Services for Winter 2023

PRESS RELEASES & MARKETPLACE - click to see all releases

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CWA

CWA Debuts New Community Hub

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Announcing the Artist Crash Pad Collab Project

Malawi Climb Night at The Spot Denver from Global Climbing Initiative

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Malawi Climb Night at The Spot Denver from Global Climbing Initiative

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John Perry Joins Gnarly Nutrition as Head of Marketing

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Full Circle: The Pad Climbing Opens The BoardRoom in Santa Barbara,...

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press release

Set New Challenges with Infinity PU holds from Climbing Gym Heaven

Setter Summit and Grip Showcase 2023

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Setter Summit 2.0 Combines With Grip Showcase In Salt Lake City

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Join Paradox Sports for their 2nd Annual Adaptive Climbing Summit!

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Here’s the EP Climbing Scoop: Sweet Range Sundae’s

TOP RECENT JOB POSTS - click to see all jobs

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June 6, 2023

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May 31, 2023

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May 31, 2023

Customer Experience Manager – Opening Lakewood Location

May 31, 2023

Senior Marketing Manager

May 30, 2023

Head Route Setter

May 25, 2023

Level 2 Coach

May 24, 2023

Full Time Routesetter

May 23, 2023

Director

May 17, 2023

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LATEST ARTICLES

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Insider News

Climb Insider: congrats Natalia and stuff from Louie

Climbing Business Journal - May 25, 2023

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Climbing Jobs Weekly

Director Positions at Sportrock – Climbing Jobs Weekly 2023 May 25

Climbing Business Journal - May 25, 2023

equipment

9 Routesetting Essentials

Climbing Business Journal - May 19, 2023

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Insider News

Climb Insider: it’s Summit and World Cup week!

Climbing Business Journal - May 18, 2023

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Climbing Jobs Weekly

Resole Climbing Shoes at New England Resoul – Climbing Jobs Weekly...

Climbing Business Journal - May 18, 2023

Setter Summit and Grip Showcase 2023

Event Reports

Route Setters: Don’t Miss the Next Setter Summit and CBJ Grip...

Climbing Business Journal - May 17, 2023

Grip Showcase 2023 Pittsburgh at Iron City

Event Reports

CBJ Grip Showcase Pittsburgh – The Results Are In!

Climbing Business Journal - May 16, 2023

Hiring and Retaining Your All-Star Team webinar

Climbing Gym Management Series

“Hiring and Retaining Your All-Star Team” Webinar on May 23

Climbing Business Journal - May 12, 2023

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Insider News

Climb Insider: CWA Summit and other trade show updates

Climbing Business Journal - May 11, 2023

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Climbing Jobs Weekly

Supervise Logistics with Flashed – Climbing Jobs Weekly 2023 May 11

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