Climbing Business Journal has been publishing informative articles and resources for managers of climbing walls since 2013. Below are direct links to over 200 of the best articles and resources by CBJ and CWA. Some of these are labeled as “branded content” but we include them here because they cover valuable topics regardless of their brand affiliation.
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| ARTICLE TITLE | TOPICS | AUTHOR | SOURCE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gyms and Trends 2021 Annual Report | start-up, expanding | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/gyms-and-trends-2021/ |
| How to Start a Climbing Gym Part 1: The Idea | start-up | Vertical Solutions | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/how-to-start-a-climbing-gym-part-1-the-idea/ |
| How to Start a Climbing Gym Part 2: Business Planning | start-up | Vertical Solutions | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/how-to-start-a-climbing-gym-part-2-business-planning-with-vertical-solutions/ |
| Step by Step: How to Start a Gym | start-up | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/step-by-step-how-to-start-a-gym/ |
| Climbing Wall Design Do's and Don'ts | start-up | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/climbing-wall-design-do-dont/ |
| Frequently Asked Questions About Climbing Walls | start-up | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/directory/walls/faq/ |
| The Business of Intelligent and Independent Climbing Gym Design | start-up | Futurist | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/the-business-of-intelligent-and-independent-climbing-gym-design-with-futurist/ |
| Franchising - A Unique Approach to Climbing Gym Ownership | start-up | The Gravity Vault | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/franchising-with-the-gravity-vault-a-unique-approach-to-climbing-gym-ownership/ |
| Launching a New Gym Case Study: From Lexington Part 1 | start-up | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/from-lexington-episode-1/ |
| Launching a New Gym Case Study: From Lexington Part 2 | start-up | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/from-lexington-episode-2/ |
| Launching a New Gym Case Study: From Lexington Part 3 | start-up | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/from-lexington-episode-3/ |
| Launching a New Gym Case Study: From Lexington - The Property Hunt | start-up | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/from-lexington-episode-4/ |
| Popping The Top | start-up | Connor Mills | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/popping-the-top/ |
| Interior Design Trends in Climbing Gyms: Walltopia's Top Picks | start-up | Walltopia | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/interior-design-trends-in-climbing-gyms-walltopias-top-picks/ |
| Gym Architecture the Italian Way | start-up | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/gym-architecture-the-italian-way/ |
| Parks Add Climbing Structures | start-up | Emily Attwood | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/parks-add-climbing-structures/ |
| Convince Stakeholders Building A Climbing Gym Is A Good Idea | start-up | Kristin Horowitz (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/convince-stakeholders-building-a-climbing-gym-is-a-good-idea |
| Great Wall Design: What Is It & How To Get It | start-up, expanding | Kristin Horowitz (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/great-wall-design-what-is-it-and-how-to-get-it |
| Corporate Expansion Part 1: What Gyms Need to Know | expanding | Jason Pill, Derek Larsen-Chaney | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/corporate-expansion-part-1-what-gyms-need-to-know/ |
| Corporate Expansion Part 2: Options for External Expansion | expanding | Jason Pill, Derek Larsen-Chaney | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/corporate-expansion-part-2-options-for-external-expansion/ |
| Corporate Expansion Part 3: Being Aware of Liability | expanding | Jason Pill, Derek Larsen-Chaney | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/corporate-expansion-part-3-being-aware-of-liability/ |
| How To Smartly Expand Your Business | expanding | Tino Fiumara | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/how-to-smartly-expand-your-business/ |
| Expansion Proximity | expanding | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/expansion-proximity/ |
| Why You Should Think About Scaling Up | expanding | Kristin Horowitz (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/why-you-should-think-about-scaling-up |
| Should You Crowd Fund Your Gym? | finances | Joe Robinson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/should-you-crowd-fund-your-gym/ |
| Climbing Wall Depreciation | finances | Tino Fiumara | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/climbing-wall-depreciation/ |
| Construction Costs are on the Rise | finances | Tino Fiumara | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/construction-costs-are-on-the-rise/ |
| Inflation Hits the Climbing Industry | finances | John Burgman | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/inflation-hits-the-climbing-industry/ |
| Top 5 Takeaways From Fitness Business Podcast About Investment | finances | Laura Allured (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/top-5-takeaways-from-fitness-business-podcast-about-investment |
| Making Better Gyms: 4 Key Insights on Physical Inclusivity | community | John Burgman | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/making-better-gyms-4-key-insights-on-physical-inclusivity/ |
| The Changing Face of Women's Nights | community | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/the-changing-face-of-womens-nights/ |
| Protests, Gyms and Tough Conversations: Ideas from Nonprofit Gyms | community | Joe Robinson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/protests-gyms-and-tough-conversations-ideas-from-the-cwa-community-call/ |
| How To Make Your Gym A Community Partner | community | Chris Oshinski (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/how-to-make-your-gym-a-community-partner |
| Projecting Anti-Racism – Your Gym’s Website and Community Values | community | Anaheed Saatchi (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/projecting-anti-racism-your-gyms-website-and-community-values |
| Shining Light On Eating Disorders In Climbing | community | Jake Byk (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/shining-light-on-eating-disorders-in-climbing |
| Women and Competitive Climbing: Creating Environments That Foster Growth | community | Hayley Moran (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/women-and-competitive-climbing |
| Projecting Anti-Racism: American Mountain Guides Association Affinity Programs | community | Anaheed Saatchi (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/projecting-anti-racism-american-mountain-guides-association-affinity-programs |
| The Best Member Appreciation Events Around - part 2 | community | Emma Walker (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/the-best-member-appreciation-events-around |
| How to Throw the Best Member Appreciation Events - part 1 | community | Emma Walker (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/How-to-Throw-the-Best-Member-Appreciation-Events |
| Projecting Anti-Racism: Asking for Free Labor | community | Anaheed Saatchi (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/Projecting-Anti-Racism-Asking-for-Free-Labor |
| Member Engagement Series: How to Start a Blog for Your Climbing Gym | community | Emma Walker (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/Member-Engagement-Series-How-to-Start-a-Blog-for-Your-Climbing-Gym |
| Tech Tools to Run Your Climbing Gym Virtually | community | Caleb Fitzgerald (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/Tech-Tools-to-Run-Your-Climbing-Gym-Virtually-During-and-After-COVID-19 |
| Ways to Keep Your Climbing Gym Community Engaged | community | Hilary Harris (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/8-Ways-to-Keep-Your-Climbing-Gym-Community-Engaged-During-COVID-19 |
| 6 Ways To Retain Your Members | community | Emma Walker (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/6-ways-to-retain-your-members |
| The Keys To Cultural Leadership | community | Chris Stevenson (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/the-keys-to-cultural-leadership |
| Meeting Social & Emotional Learning Goals Using Climbing | community | Headwall Group (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/meeting-social-and-emotional-learning-goals-using-climbing |
| The Powerful Potential Of A Positive Culture | community | Chris Stevenson (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/the-powerful-potential-of-a-positive-culture |
| Marketing Your Climbing Gym | marketing | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/marketing-your-climbing-gym/ |
| The Game of New Climber Retention | marketing | Joe Robinson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/the-game-of-new-climber-retention/ |
| Economics of Big Little Comps | marketing | Joe Robinson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/economics-of-big-little-comps/ |
| Building a Website For Your Climbing Gym | marketing | John Burgman | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/building-a-website-for-your-climbing-gym/ |
| 5 Social Media Faux Pas and How to Avoid Them | marketing | Marianne Post | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/5-social-media-faux-pas-and-how-to-fix-them/ |
| Hyped for Halloween | marketing | John Burgman | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/hyped-for-halloween/ |
| You Should Think About New Years Marketing Now | marketing | Jake Byk (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/you-should-think-about-new-years-marketing-now |
| The Olympics Are Coming – So Might A Membership Bump | marketing | Jake Byk (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/the-olympics-are-coming-so-might-a-membership-bump |
| 5 Marketing Techniques Every Gym Can Do | marketing | Emma Walker (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/5-marketing-techniques-every-gym-can-do |
| Building Brand Awareness For Your Climbing Gym | marketing | Megan Walsh (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/building-brand-awareness-for-your-climbing-gym |
| Marketing Tips To Capture And Keep New Year’s Resolution-Ers | marketing | Amanda Ashley (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/marketing-tips-to-capture-and-keep-new-years-resolution-ers |
| Child Care, Risk Management & Member Retention | marketing | Amanda Ashley (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/child-care-risk-management-and-member-retention |
| Cultivating Space: 10 Steps To Create And Maintain Cultural Relevancy | marketing | Elyse Rylander (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/cultivating-space-10-steps-to-create-and-maintain-cultural-relevancy |
| Lessons from Two Decades of Business | operations | Tino Fiumara | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/lessons-from-two-decades-of-business/ |
| Using Data to Make Connections in Climbing Gyms | operations | Klimbz | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/using-data-to-make-connections-in-climbing-gyms/ |
| The 24-Hour Climbing Gym | operations | Tino Fiumara | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/the-24-hour-climbing-gym/ |
| The Cost of a Nonprofit Gym | operations | Joe Robinson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/the-cost-of-a-nonprofit-gym/ |
| For the People, by the People: Why Co-Ops Survive | operations | Aaron Gerry | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/for-the-people-by-the-people-why-co-ops-survive/ |
| Optional Pay: 6 Lessons from a Pioneer | operations | Joe Robinson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/optional-pay-6-lessons-from-a-pioneer/ |
| Rental Shoe Love | operations | Joe Robinson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/rental-shoe-love/ |
| Cleaning Chemicals a Danger to Equipment | operations | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/cleaning-chemicals-a-danger-to-gear/ |
| Top Rope Risk And You | operations | Kristin Horowitz (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/top-rope-risk-and-you |
| Learn From The Pandemic: Paid Leave And More | operations | Kristin Horowitz (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/learn-from-the-pandemic-paid-leave-and-more |
| Control Risk In Your Gym The Right Way | operations | Paul Terbrueggen (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/control-risk-in-your-gym-the-right-way |
| CWA Auto Belay Position | operations | CWA | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/file/secure/auto-belay-position-paper---final-version.pdf |
| Specific Activities For Specific Outcomes | operations | Headwall Group (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/specific-activities-for-specific-outcomes |
| How to Create Business Plans That Move, Support, and Adapt | operations | CWA | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/How-to-Create-Business-Plans-That-Move-Support-and-Adapt |
| 5 Ideas For Making Your Gym More Eco-Friendly | operations | Megan Walsh (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/5-ideas-for-making-your-gym-more-eco-friendly |
| Chalk Dust: Mitigation & Source Control | operations | Amanda Ashley (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/chalk-dust-mitigation-and-source-control |
| The Two Keys To A Great Customer Experience | operations | Caleb Fitzgerald (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/the-two-keys-to-a-great-customer-experience |
| Where To Begin With Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion Initiatives | operations | Emma Walker (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/where-to-begin-with-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-initiatives |
| Making Lemons Into Lemonade: A Step-By-Step Guide To Handling Mistakes In Your Organization | operations | Chris Stevenson (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/making-lemons-into-lemonade-a-step-by-step-guide-to-handling-mistakes-in-your-organization |
| Job Board | human resources | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/jobs/ |
| Talent For Hire | human resources | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/talent/ |
| Holiday Gifts for Your Gym Staff | human resources | Zoe Leibovitch | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/holiday-gifts-for-your-gym-staff/ |
| Workers Organize America’s First Climbing Gym Union | human resources | Joe Robinson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/workers-organize-americas-first-climbing-gym-union/ |
| Develop Leadership Pipelines | human resources | Paul Terbrueggen | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/develop-leadership-pipelines-part-1 |
| Practical Strategies For Training Staff | human resources | Bix Firer & Pat Brehm (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/practical-strategies-for-training-staff |
| How To Hire Effectively: Part 1 | human resources | Paul Terbrueggen (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/how-to-hire-effectively-part-1 |
| How To Hire Effectively: Part 2 | human resources | Paul Terbrueggen (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/how-to-hire-effectively-part-2 |
| The Intangible Benefits Of Working In A Climbing Gym | human resources | Chris Oshinski (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/the-intangible-benefits-of-working-in-a-climbing-gym |
| Managing Middle Management | human resources | Paul Terbrueggen (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/managing-middle-management |
| Why Weekly Meetings Help Your Team Succeed | human resources | Hayley Moran (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/why-weekly-meetings-help-your-team-succeed |
| Mentoring Your Staff Is Critical And Here's Why: Part II | human resources | Brendan (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/mentoring-your-staff-is-critical-and-heres-why-part-ii |
| Mentoring Your Staff Is Crucial And Here's Why: Part I | human resources | Brendan (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/mentoring-your-staff-is-crucial-and-heres-why-part-i |
| Your Team Is More Valuable Than You Think | human resources | Jake Byk (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/your-team-is-more-valuable-than-you-think |
| Promote Mental Wellbeing In The Workplace | human resources | Holly Chen (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/promote-mental-wellbeing-in-the-workplace |
| Burnout Culture: Defining The Problem And Potential Solutions For Climbing Gyms | human resources | Amanda Ashley (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/burnout-culture-defining-the-problem-and-potential-solutions-for-climbing-gyms |
| Creating A Positive Workplace Culture For Safety In The Climbing Gym | human resources | Aaron Gibson (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/creating-a-positive-workplace-culture-for-safety-in-the-climbing-gym |
| How To Advocate And Bring Mental Health Awareness To Your Gym | human resources | Megan Walsh (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/how-to-advocate-and-bring-mental-health-awareness-to-your-gym |
| Effective Workplace Training | human resources | Aaron Gibson (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/effective-workplace-training |
| How To Maximize Your Staff Training Budget | human resources | Amanda Ashley (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/how-to-maximize-your-staff-training-budget |
| Shifting The Indoor Climbing Industry From Dirtbag To Professional | human resources | Nicole Brandt (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/shifting-the-indoor-climbing-industry-from-dirtbag-to-professional |
| Building Your Team's Performance And Cooperation With Some Simple Activities | human resources | Headwall Group (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/building-your-teams-performance-and-cooperation-with-some-simple-activities |
| Streamlining Development In Indoor Climbing Gyms | human resources | Nicole Brandt (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/streamlining-development-in-indoor-climbing-gyms |
| Retention Strategies To Reduce Employee Turnover | human resources | Amanda Ashley (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/retention-strategies-to-reduce-employee-turnover |
| What Makes A Great Manager? | human resources | Emma Walker (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/what-makes-a-great-manager |
| Closing The Gender Gap: What Climbing Can Learn From The Tech Industry | human resources | Eva Kalea (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/closing-the-gender-gap-what-climbing-can-learn-from-the-tech-industry |
| 2022 Grip List Awards | routesetting | Jonathan Littauer | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/2022-grip-list-awards/ |
| Grip Report Monthly: New Climbing Holds & Volumes | routesetting | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/category/grip-reports/ |
| Apps for Routesetting Management in 2022 | routesetting | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/apps-for-routesetting-management-in-2022/ |
| The Career Path of a Professional Setter (Truth Behind the Trade – Chapter 3) | routesetting | Dave Wetmore | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/the-career-path-of-a-professional-setter-truth-behind-the-trade-chapter-3/ |
| Selling Movement: Routesetting Is a Product (Truth Behind the Trade – Chapter 2) | routsetting | Dave Wetmore | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/selling-movement-routesetting-is-a-product-truth-behind-the-trade-chapter-2/ |
| Professional Routesetting: The Truth Behind the Trade (Chapter 1) | routesetting | Dave Wetmore | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/professional-routesetting-the-truth-behind-the-trade-chapter-1/ |
| Competition & League Setting vs. Regular Gym Turnover | routesetting | Louie Anderson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-setter-comps-league-setting-vs-regular-gym-turnover/ |
| Why Circuit-Style Grading Is Good for Business | routesetting | Devin Dabney | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/why-circuit-style-grading-is-good-for-business/ |
| The RIC Scale, and How to Use It in Your Routesetting Work | routesetting | Devin Dabney | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/the-ric-scale-and-how-to-use-it-in-your-routesetting-work/ |
| How to Set Better Routes for Children | routesetting | Jonathan Littauer | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/how-to-set-better-routes-for-children/ |
| Tricks to Keep Easier Climbs Interesting | routesetting | Louie Anderson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-setter-tricks-to-keep-easier-climbs-interesting/ |
| Routesetting Today: 5 Trends From This Year’s Setter Showdown | routesetting | 360 Holds | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/routesetting-today-5-trends-from-this-years-setter-showdown-with-360/ |
| Building Community Engagement Through Routesetting | routesetting | Louie Anderson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-setter-building-community-engagement-through-routesetting/ |
| Tips for Getting Hired As A Routesetter | routesetting | Louie Anderson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-setter-tips-for-getting-hired/ |
| Evolution of The Climbing Hold | routesetting | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/evolution-of-the-climbing-hold/ |
| Avoid These Common Routesetting Mistakes | routesetting | Louie Anderson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-setter-avoid-these-common-mistakes/ |
| Routesetting Skills to Learn on Day One | routesetting | Louie Anderson | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-setter-skills-to-learn-on-day-one/ |
| Rope Access Rigging Headed for Setters | routesetting | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/rope-access-rigging-headed-for-setters/ |
| 9 Routesetting Essentials | routesetting | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/9-routesetting-essentials/ |
| Video: Austin Bouldering Project Epic Opening Set | routesetting | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/abp-epic-opening-set/ |
| Video: Secrets of World Cup Setting | routesetting | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/video-secrets-of-world-cup-setting/ |
| Anderson Revises Routesetting Manual | routesetting | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/louie-anderson-revises-routesetting-manual/ |
| 7 Reasons Why Gyms Still Need Premium Holds - Now More Than Ever | routesetting | Premium Holds | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/7-reasons-why-gyms-still-need-premium-holds/ |
| How To Write A Routesetting Resume | routesetting | Hayley Moran (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/how-to-write-a-routesetting-resume |
| How Do You Decide What Colors To Set Your Walls? | routesetting | Paul Terbrueggen (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/how-do-you-decide-what-colors-to-set-your-walls |
| Give A Meaningful Performance Review To Your Routesetters | routesetting | Hayley Moran (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/give-a-meaningful-performance-review-to-your-routesetters |
| Why Building Your Network As A Routesetter Matters | routesetting | Hayley Moran (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/why-building-your-network-as-a-routesetter-matters |
| (Route)Setting Good Standards – Create More Empathy In Your Routesetting | routesetting | Hayley Moran (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/routesetting-good-standards-create-more-empathy-in-your-routesetting |
| (Route)Setting Good Standards – Staff Clinics Help Your Gym | routesetting | Hayley Moran (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/routesetting-good-standards-staff-clinics-help-your-gym |
| Boost Your Setting Team’s Creativity With These 5 Exercises | routesetting | Hayley Moran (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/boost-your-setting-teams-creativity-with-these-5-exercises |
| Commercial Gyms Need Chief Routesetters | routesetting | Jake Byk (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/commercial-gyms-need-chief-routesetters |
| (Route)Setting Good Standards – Prevent Burnout, Support Your Team | routesetting | Hayley Moran (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/routesetting-good-standards-prevent-burnout-support-your-team |
| (Route)Setting Good Standards – Expectations & Communication | routesetting | Hayley Moran (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/routesetting-good-standards-expectations-communication |
| (Route)Setting Good Standards – Professional Development Days | routesetting | Hayley Moran (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/routesetting-good-standards-professional-development-days |
| Self-Care For Routesetters (And Anyone Experiencing Burnout) | routesetting | Amanda Ashley (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/self-care-for-routesetters-and-anyone-experiencing-burnout |
| Gender, Variety, And Growth In Routesetting | routesetting | Willis (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/gender-variety-and-growth-in-routesetting |
| Diversity = Variety: What Does It Mean For Commercial Routesetting? | routesetting | Willis (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/diversity--variety-what-does-it-mean-for-commercial-routesetting |
| Focus On Workplace Safety – Eye Protection For Workers In Climbing Facilities | routesetting | Aaron Gibson (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/focus-on-workplace-safety--eye-protection-for-workers-in-climbing-facilities |
| One Small Step (Or How A Close Call Changed My Routesetting Life) | routesetting | Peter Zeidelhack (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/one-small-step-or-how-a-close-call-changed-my-routesetting-life |
| The Three Most Important Pieces Of Personal Protective Equipment For Climbing Wall Workers | routesetting | Aaron Gibson (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/the-three-most-important-pieces-of-personal-protective-equipment-for-climbing-wall-workers |
| Balancing The Business, Creativity, And Labor Of Routesetting | routesetting | Amanda Ashley (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/balancing-the-business-creativity-and-labor-of-routesetting |
| Beyond Fall Protection: Risk Management For Climbing Wall Workers In The Gym Environment | routesetting | Aaron Gibson (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/beyond-fall-protection-risk-management-for-climbing-wall-workers-in-the-gym-environment |
| Training Board Hold Systems | programming | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/training-board-hold-systems/ |
| Prefabricated Climbing Walls for Training Boards | programming | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/prefabricated-climbing-walls-for-training-boards/ |
| How to Build a Successful Comp Team | programming | Amanda Ashley | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/how-to-build-a-successful-comp-team/ |
| The Evolution of the Fitness Class | programming | John Burgman | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/the-evolution-of-the-fitness-class/ |
| 10 Ways to Improve Your Climbing Gym's Youth Program | programming | John Burgman | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/10-ways-to-improve-your-climbing-gyms-youth-program/ |
| Tips to Prepare Your Youth Programs for Summer: Operations and Logistics | programming | Zoe Leibovitch | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/tips-to-prepare-your-youth-programs-for-summer-operations-and-logistics/ |
| Tips to Prepare Your Youth Programs for Summer: Marketing and Sales | programming | Zoe Leibovitch | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/tips-to-prepare-your-youth-programs-for-summer-marketing-and-sales/ |
| The Power of High School Climbing and the ASCL in Colorado | programming | Aaron Wilcox | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/the-power-of-high-school-climbing-and-the-ascl-in-colorado/ |
| An Invitation to Thrive: Wisconsin's High School Climbing League | programming | Trevor Russell | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/wisconsins-high-school-climbing-league-an-invitation-to-thrive/ |
| Are Birthday Parties Worth It? | programming | Tino Fiumara | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/birthday-parties-worth-it/ |
| Can We Actually Coach Climbing Remotely? | programming | Kris Hampton | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/can-we-actually-coach-climbing-remotely/ |
| More Gyms Embrace Sensory-Friendly and Autism-Friendly Climbing Programming | programming | John Burgman | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/more-gyms-embrace-sensory-friendly-and-autism-friendly-climbing-programming/ |
| Creating Safe Spaces In Indoor Climbing Coaching | programming | Hailey Caissie (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/creating-safe-spaces-in-indoor-climbing-and-coaching |
| Indoor Climbing Coaching and Parkinsons - A Case Study | programming | Chris Oshinski (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/indoor-climbing-coaching-and-parkinsons-a-case-study |
| Welcome Adaptive Climbers In Your Gym | programming | Hailey Caissie (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/welcome-adaptive-climbers-in-your-gym |
| Coach Taylor Reed On Training Adults With Intention | programming | Chris Oshinski (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/coach-taylor-reed-on-training-adults-with-intention |
| Coach Your Coaches With This Five Week Plan | programming | Hailey Caissie (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/coach-your-coaches-with-this-five-week-plan |
| Lessons For Climbing Coaches From Olympian Kyra Condie | programming | Hailey Caissie (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/lessons-on-coaching-from-olympian-kyra-condie |
| How Coaches Can Apply LTAD To Every Generation | programming | Hailey Caissie (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/how-coaches-can-apply-ltad-to-every-generation |
| Learn Some Rock Gym Pro-Gramming Tips | programming | Hailey Caissie (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/learn-some-rock-gym-pro-gramming-tips |
| Coaches – Here’s a Climbing Game That Invents Itself | programming | Headwall Group (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/coaches-heres-a-climbing-game-that-invents-itself |
| Managing Youth Behavior Issues In The Gym Part 2 | programming | Headwall Group (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/managing-youth-behavior-issues-in-the-gym-part-2 |
| Managing Youth Behavior Issues In The Gym | programming | Headwall Group (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/managing-youth-behavior-issues-in-the-gym- |
| Timing Is Everything: Age-Appropriate Training For Kids | programming | Heather Reynolds (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/timing-is-everything-age-appropriate-training-for-kids |
| Making Your Gym More Inclusive – Adaptive Climbing Edition | programming | Holly Chen (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/Thrive--A-Climbing-Business-Blog |
| Considerations for Returning to Youth Programming | programming | Headwall Group (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/Considerations-for-Returning-to-Youth-Programming |
| Activities For Adult Meetup Programs | programming | Headwall Group (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/activities-for-adult-meetup-programs |
| Long Term Athlete Development: From Good To Great In Climbing | programming | Heather Reynolds (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/long-term-athlete-development-from-good-to-great-in-climbing |
| Sequencing Activities For Youth Climbing Programs | programming | Headwall Group (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/sequencing-activities-for-youth-climbing-programs |
| Climbing Gym Programming 101 | programming | Nicole Brandt (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/climbing-gym-programming-101 |
| Indoor Climbing Programs For Boomers, Part II - Tips For Boomer Instruction | programming | Tom (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/indoor-climbing-programs-for-boomers-part-ii---tips-for-boomer-instruction |
| Indoor Climbing Programs For Boomers, Part I - The Boomer Opportunity | programming | Tom (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/indoor-climbing-programs-for-boomers-part-i---the-boomer-opportunity |
| Team Dynamics: Managing Different Ages/Abilities On A Small Team | programming | Amanda Ashley (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/team-dynamics-managing-different-agesabilities-on-a-small-team |
| 5 Programs Your Members Wish You'd Offer | programming | Emma Walker (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/5-programs-your-members-wish-youd-offer |
| It’s Not A Cakewalk: How To Develop A Birthday Party Program | programming | Amanda Ashley (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/its-not-a-cakewalk-how-to-develop-a-birthday-party-program |
| Optimizing Belay Lessons For Member Acquisition | programming | Christopher (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/optimizing-belay-lessons-for-member-acquisition |
| Buyer's Guides: New Climbing Products & Services | retailing | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/category/gear-reports/ |
| Sell Products In Your Gym Without Being Pushy | retailing | David Gladish (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/sell-products-in-your-gym-without-being-pushy |
| Apply The Bell Curve To Predict Retail Sales In Your Gym | retailing | Paul Terbrueggen (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/apply-the-bell-curve-to-predict-retail-sales-in-your-gym |
| Help Your Customers Buy Your Gear This Season | retailing | Hailey Caissie (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/help-your-customers-buy-your-gear-this-season |
| 10 Tips To Merchandise Your Retail Shop | retailing | Todd McCormick (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/10-tips-to-merchandise-your-retail-shop |
| Engaging Staff On Retail Engages Customers, Too | retailing | Todd McCormick (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/engaging-staff-on-retail-engages-customers-too |
| The 13th Month: Retail In Climbing Gyms | retailing | Todd McCormick (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/the-13th-month-retail-in-climbing-gyms |
| The Art of Product Selection | retailing | Todd McCormickin (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/the-art-of-product-selection |
| 5 Retail Items Your Gym Should Be Selling | retailing | Emma Walker (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/5-retail-items-your-gym-should-be-selling |
| Why Data Privacy Matters for Gyms | legal | Gregory Reda | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-lawyer-why-data-privacy-matters-for-gyms/ |
| Anatomy of Documenting an Accident | legal | Ruthie Rivers, Granite Insurance | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/anatomy-of-documenting-an-accident-by-granite-insurance/ |
| The Law of Employee Pay | legal | Jason Pill | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/the-law-of-employee-pay/ |
| What's an Employee? | legal | Ruthie Rivers, Granite Insurance | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/whats-an-employee-granite-insurance-weighs-in/ |
| Volunteer Ins & Outs | legal | Ruthie Rivers, Granite Insurance | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/volunteer-ins-and-outs-with-granite-insurance/ |
| Why Corporate Formation Matters | legal | Jason Pill | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/why-corporate-formation-matters/ |
| Spotting Employment Discrimination | legal | Jason Pill | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/spotting-employment-discrimination/ |
| Navigating Intellectual Property Law | legal | Jason Stearns | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/navigating-intellectual-property-law/ |
| Is Your Gym Guilty of Music Piracy? | legal | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/is-your-gym-guilty-of-music-piracy/ |
| Should Politics Mix with Climbing? | legal | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/should-politics-mix-with-climbing/ |
| A Public Relations Primer | legal | John Burgman | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/a-public-relations-primer/ |
| Avoiding Risks with Hourly Pay and Overtime | legal | Jason Pill | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-lawyer-avoiding-risks-with-hourly-pay-and-overtime/ |
| The Legality of Scholarship Programs | legal | Jason Pill | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-lawyer-the-legality-of-scholarship-programs |
| Gym to Crag Risk Management | legal | Ruthie Rivers, Granite Insurance | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/gym-to-crag-risk-management-with-granite-insurance/ |
| 4 Ways To Reduce Risk in Your Gym | legal | Bill Zimmerman | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/4-ways-to-reduce-risk-in-your-gym/ |
| Gym Waivers and Employee Tattoos | legal | Jason Pill | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-lawyer-gym-waivers-and-employee-tattoos/ |
| Should Gyms Be Reporting Accidents? | legal | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/should-gyms-be-reporting-accidents/ |
| Your Legal Duty of Care | legal | Reb Greg | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/your-legal-duty-of-care/ |
| Monument Rolls Out Insurance Innovations | legal | Monument Insurance | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/monument-rolls-out-insurance-innovations/ |
| Teach Your Staff About Duties Of Care | legal | Brendan (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/teach-your-staff-about-duties-of-care |
| Address Broken Rules In The Gym | legal | David Gladish (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/address-broken-rules-in-the-gym |
| CWA Now Offering Canadian Insurance | legal | CWA | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/cwa-now-offering-canadian-insurance |
| Be Prepared For Crisis At Your Gym | legal | Robert Angell (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/be-prepared-for-crisis-at-your-gym |
| Legal Challenges for Billing in the Fitness Industry | legal | Garnet Moore (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/billing-challenges-in-the-fitness-industry |
| CWA’s Public Policy Agenda: Protecting Our Sport | legal | Robert Angell (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/cwas-public-policy-agenda-protecting-our-sport |
| Covid-19 News & Resources for Climbing Walls | Covid-19 | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/climbing-wall-manager-guidebook/covid-19-resources-for-climbing-walls/ |
| Lessons Learned from the COVID Crisis (Vol 1): Have a Growth Mindset | Covid-19 | John Burgman | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/lessons-learned-from-the-covid-crisis-vol-1-have-a-growth-mindset/ |
| Lessons Learned from the COVID Crisis (Vol 2): We Are Better Together | Covid-19 | John Burgman | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/lessons-learned-from-the-covid-crisis-vol-2-we-are-better-together/ |
| Should Gyms Give COVID-19 Orientations? | Covid-19 | John Burgman | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/should-gyms-give-covid-19-orientations/ |
| Can Gyms Require Vaccination? | Covid-19 | Jason Pill | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-lawyer-can-climbing-gyms-require-vaccination/ |
| Hiring in the Age of COVID | Covid-19 | Jason Pill | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-lawyer-hiring-in-the-age-of-covid/ |
| COVID-19 and Liability | Covid-19 | Jason Pill | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-lawyer-covid-19-and-liability-for-climbing-gyms |
| Can Gyms Ask Sick Customers to Leave? | Covid-19 | Jason Pill | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-lawyer-can-gyms-ask-sick-customers-to-leave |
| Ask A Lawyer: Consequences for Gyms That Stay Open | Covid-19 | Jason Pill | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-lawyer-consequences-for-gyms-that-stay-open/ |
| Study Showing Chalk Reduces Virus By 99% Now Peer Reviewed | Covid-19 | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/study-showing-chalk-reduces-virus-by-99-percent-now-peer-reviewed/ |
| Keeping Your Gym's Services Valuable During the COVID-19 Closure | Covid-19 | Manny Escalante | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/keep-your-gym-valuable-during-covid-19/ |
| Consequences for Gyms That Stay Open | Covid-19 | Jason Pill | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/ask-a-lawyer-consequences-for-gyms-that-stay-open/ |
| What To Expect From A Vaccine Mandate | Covid-19 | Jake Byk (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/what-to-expect-from-a-vaccine-mandate |
| Holding Climbing Events In The COVID Era | Covid-19 | Jake Byk (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/holding-climbing-events-in-the-covid-era |
| Communication Strategies for Mask Requirements | Covid-19 | Holly Chen (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/Communication-Strategies-for-Mask-Requirements |
| What happens when someone at my gym tests positive? | Covid-19 | Emma Walker (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/What-happens-when-someone-at-my-gym-tests-positive |
| How to Plan Activities for Groups and Teams During COVID | Covid-19 | Headwall Group (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/How-to-Plan-Activities-for-Groups-and-Teams-During-COVID |
| Climbing Gym Workplace Health & Safety for COVID-19 Part II | Covid-19 | Aaron Gibson (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/climbing-gym-workplace-health-and-safety-for-covid-19---part-ii |
| Climbing Gym Workplace Health & Safety for COVID-19 Part I | Covid-19 | Aaron Gibson (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/climbing-gym-workplace-health-and-safety-for-covid-19---part-i |
| Adjusting to the New Realty: How to Avoid and De-Escalate Customer Conflicts | Covid-19 | Emma Walker (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/Adjusting-to-the-New-Reality-How-to-Avoid-and-De-Escalate-Customer-Conflicts |
| Adjusting to the New Reality: How to Communicate with Your Customers | Covid-19 | Emma Walker (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/Adjusting-to-the-New-Reality-How-to-Communicate-with-Your-Customers |
| Membership Communications During Gym Closures | Covid-19 | Laura Allured (CWA) | CWA | https://www.cwapro.org/blog/Membership-Communications-During-Gym-Closures |
| Climbing Shoe Rental Fleets | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/climbing-shoe-rental-fleet-options-in-2022/ |
| Prefabricated Climbing Walls for Training Boards | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/prefabricated-climbing-walls-for-training-boards/ |
| Training Board Hold Systems | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/training-board-hold-systems/ |
| Buyer's Guides: New Climbing Products & Services | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/category/gear-reports/ |
| Climbing Wall Builders | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/resources/walls |
| Padded Flooring & Facility Equipment | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/resources/flooring |
| Autobelays, Rigging & Ropes | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/directory/auto-belays-ropes-rigging/ |
| Holds, Macros & Volumes | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/directory/climbing-holds-and-climbing-volumes/ |
| Gym Consulting, Services & Software | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/directory/services-software/ |
| Training Advice & Tools | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/directory/coaching-training/ |
| Gear, Climbing Shoes & Skin Products | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/directory/climber-gear/ |
| Guide Services, Books & Apps | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/directory/climbing-guide-services-books-apps/ |
| Media Outlets | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/directory/climbing-media-outlets/ |
| Organizations & Non-Profits of Climbing | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/directory/organizations-of-climbing/ |
| Climbing Gym Map | suppliers | CBJ | CBJ | https://www.climbingbusinessjournal.com/directory/map |
