If you’ve ever found yourself clinging to a rock wall with sweaty hands, shaky muscles, and a racing heart, you’ve probably asked yourself: why on earth am I doing this? What is it about rock climbing that draws us in? What’s the point of all this effort to scale rocks and mountains?
In this blog, we’re going to dive into these questions and explore how this crazy sport benefits (and maybe even harms) us.
The Search for Challenge: Pushing Our Own Limits
For many, climbing is about testing yourself. Every route is a new challenge that pushes you out of your comfort zone. When you finally conquer that route that seemed impossible, the satisfaction is unreal. Climbing teaches us how to deal with fear and frustration and how to enjoy the process as much as the result. It’s an adrenaline rush and a confidence boost all rolled into one.
Connecting with Nature: Unplugging to Reconnect
In a world full of screens and concrete jungles, climbing gives us the perfect excuse to unplug and reconnect with nature. Climbing a wall isn’t just a physical workout; it’s a full experience. The feel of the rock, the sound of the wind, and the breathtaking views from the top fill you with energy and remind you how awesome it is to be alive. You can’t get that at a gym!
Benefits for Body and Mind: A Total Workout
Climbing is one of the most complete workouts out there. It builds strength, endurance, flexibility, and coordination. But it’s not all about the physical side. It’s a mental challenge too, forcing you to stay present, think through each move, and make quick decisions. Plus, it releases endorphins, reduces stress, and leaves you with a huge sense of well-being. It’s like yoga, but vertical!
The Climbing Community: A Group That Rocks
Climbing isn’t just for loners. It’s actually a super social sport. Sharing tough moments on a route, cheering on your friends from below, or celebrating together after completing a climb creates strong bonds. In a world where we’re often more disconnected, climbing gives you a real community where support and camaraderie are the norm. It’s like one big vertical family!
The Downsides? Nothing’s Perfect!
But, like everything in life, climbing has its downsides too. It can become an obsession, where some people start neglecting other areas of their life in the pursuit of the “perfect project” or the “hardest grade.” Plus, the environmental impact is something to think about. Trail erosion, trash, and respecting natural habitats are issues that climbers need to handle responsibly.
So, Why Do We Climb?
Everyone has their own answer. Some want to conquer their fears, others fall in love with nature, and many find climbing to be a form of active meditation. The truth is, this sport is more than just a physical activity; it’s a lifestyle, a way of expressing yourself and discovering who you are. And even though we may keep asking ourselves why we do it, maybe the real answer is in the act of climbing itself, always seeking that next adventure beyond the summit.
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(Translated by Google) We did the long track course with Santi. The guy is a machine, he explains very well and gives a lot of security. Totally recommended.
(Original) Hicimos el curso de vía larga con Santi. El tio es un máquina, explica muy bien y da mucha seguridad. Totalmente recomendado.
(Translated by Google) 100% recommendable. I signed up for the climbing fear management course and the experience has been entirely positive. In addition to the psychological part, we also work on more technical and practical aspects that I am sure will help me progress as a climber. Santi is an attentive and kind teacher who transmits experience in each of his actions. A luxury to learn from him.
(Original) 100% recomendable. Me apunté al curso de gestión del miedo en la escalada y la experiencia ha sido del todo positiva. Además de la parte psicológica, también trabajamos aspectos más técnicos y prácticos que estoy seguro me ayudarán a progresar como escalador. Santi es un profesor atento y amable que transmite experiencia en cada una de sus acciones. Un lujo aprender de él.
Messaged Santi to teach us lead climbing outside as it was our first time. He was very responsive with his communication and we sorted out a day to climb. We climbed at a really scenic location. Santi tought us most of the aspects required to perform lead climbing and was very patient, effective and an all round down to earth person. By the end of the day we were almost competent lead climbers. I would definitely recommend him if you want it learn how to climb or need a challenging route to climb with assistance.
The most beautiful setting with endless awe inspiring walls and valleys. We’re new to outdoor climbing and our instructor couldn’t have been better. Interesting, enthusiastic, patient and inspiring we felt like we were climbing with a friend who taught us so much and tailored our weekend amazingly to our ability. We felt challenged without feeling completely out of our comfort zone. So fun!
(Translated by Google) Cool!!! We will repeat for sure!!!
(Original)Genial!!! Repetiremos fijo!!!
(Translated by Google) It was the first time he had done something similar and it won't be the last. it is an experience to repeat
(Original) era la primera vez que hacía algo parecido y no será la última. es una experiencia para repetir
(Translated by Google) The best way to get started in rock climbing. We have felt super safe, everything very well explained and we have had a great time. 100% recommended!
(Original) La mejor manera para iniciarse en la escalada en roca. Nos hemos sentido súper seguros, todo muy bien explicado y nos lo hemos pasado genial. Recomendable 100%!
(Translated by Google) Climbing course in Via Larga with Santi. It was two days of pure learning and enjoyment. It tests you and corrects you with clear and concise modifications taking into account all kinds of details. Activity very well planned and worked in incredible environments. Great experience!
(Original) Curso de escalada en Via Larga con Santi. Fueron dos días de puro aprendizaje y disfrute. Te pone a prueba y te corrige con modificaciones claras y concisas teniendo en cuenta toda clase de detalles. Actividad muy bien planificada y trabajada en entornos increíbles. Gran experiencia!
Great experience. Santi arranged and communicated all the logistics very well. Giordano was a great instructor and made the experience fun and comfortable. Will recommend Southclimb.
(Translated by Google) Santi has accompanied us on this adventure of entering the world of the long way. The course has helped us practice the maneuvers and understand the why of each step and gain confidence! Super pedagogically and with a lot of joy and patience!!! Highly recommended!
(Original) El Santi ens ha acompanyat en aquesta aventura d'endinsar-nos al món de la via llarga. El curs ens ha servit per poder practicar les maniobres i entendre el per què de cada pas i anar agafant confiança! Super pedagògicament i amb molta alegria i paciència!!! Molt recomanable!
