Wall Climbing is an adventure sport in which artificials holds are fitted to a wall and people can climb these walls as a sport. Safety is provided by using ropes and anchors. Walls are generally made of plywood, concrete slabs or multiplex boards. NALS has innovated by fitting the holds on an existing brick wall - a technique rarely used in the industry. This saves cost and time for the institution.

Several contours and inclinations can be designed and built into the wall, which will add to the thrill and challenge elements.

Like an other sport, Wall Climbing is meant to challenge the mind and body. Wall Climbing is an excellent form of recreational and social activity.

Climbing is a wonderful activity that gives multiple benefits - builds endurance and strength, burns calories, accelerates weight loss and improves mental strength - particularly perseverance and resilience, to name a few.

Some of the other benefits of Wall Climbing:

• Combines cardio and strength into a single workout
• Strengthens and tones muscles
• Reduces stress and anxiety
• Improves flexibility
• Prevents chronic disease
• Helps conquer fear and improve ability to handle risk
• Improves self belief, confidence, self esteem, perseverance and resilience

Climbing walls can be established in the following places:

1. Schools, Colleges, Universities, Corporate facilities
2. Malls and public places
3. Condominiums and gated properties
4. Sports centers
5. Indoor gyms, etc

Yes, NALS has the ability to develop Climbing Wall infrastructure on existing brick walls. NALS can design, install and operate the wall.

Please write to seshadri@nals.in

Rocks are natural challenges not often available in a city. Whereas, wall climbing is an artificial challenge that can be created even in a small room. The convenience of going to a nearby wall climbing facility is making this sport very popular. Whereas, for rock climbing one may have to travel out of the city and this may require permissions from authorities and necessitate the need for a group.

The holds are generally made out of synthetic compounds.

This is done in order to absorb sweat from the fingers and palm. If not done, one can lose grip on the rock surface or holds.

Safety is an important parameter in Wall Climbing as a fall from heights can injure the climber very seriously. Ropes and anchors are used to keep the climber safe. Expert supervision is crucial in maintaining safety aspects of Wall Climbing
 

Holds are fitted to the wall using t-nuts. Holds can be removed, replaced when required.

Wall Climbing when performed inside a building or gymnasium is called Indoor Climbing. This is normally required in those countries where the climate outdoors is very cold or hot such as in Europe, America, the Middle East, Australia, etc. In India, outdoor climbing is possible for most of the year. Further, the existing side wall of many a building can be used to build an artificial climbing wall.

In general, wall climbing championships have the following formats:

• Bouldering - wherein the climber will move up the wall with self anchors
• Speed Climbing - The climber is belayed from the top

Yes, NALS offers wall climbing championships in the following formats:

• Open format - any person between the ages 6 ~ 50 yrs can register and participate
• Closed format - This is for intra and inter school, college, corporate or any other group

Also, there are other formats of championships within the above formats:

• Individual
• Team

1. NALS offers customised training programs during weekends - one can register for the same. See the Home page of this website for more details
2. Strengthening the body is an important process in preparing for Wall Climbing. Some of the areas one should cover are:
   • Cardio vascular fitness
   • Upper body strength - arms, shoulders, chest
   • Core - abdomen and back
   • Endurance and stamina

Yes, NALS offers the following two certificate programs for Wall Climbing enthusiasts.

• Basic Wall Climbing Program
• Advance Wall Climbing Program

There are several benefits, such as:

1. Learning a rare skill in the field of adventure sports
2. Getting into part time or full time careers in the field of Wall Climbing
3. Experiencing the joy of motivating others to reach their full potential
4. Knowledge of ropes, knots, anchoring and belaying
5. Improved physical and mental fitness and overall health

Yes, NALS offers the following two types of memberships:

1. Silver member
   • Individual
   • Family
2. Gold member
   • Individual
   • Family

Yes, guests may have to pay a fee for using the wall. Contact the wall climbing facility in-charge on site, for details.

Yes, after payment of visitor fee on the site. The “pay per use” rates are available with the site in-charge.