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Western Cape Climbing Invites junior climbers to a Boulder and Lead climbing Competition:
(U8 to U14 ages)

Boulder - 30 November Bloc11 Paarden Eiland
Lead - 1 December CityROCK Cape Town

Discover the Power of Sport Climbing: 

Elevate Your Body, Mind, and Connection to Nature Sport climbing offers more than just a workout; it’s a lifestyle, a connection to the outdoors, and a way to be part of a thriving community. Not only does it provide outstanding health benefits—working nearly every muscle group—it also strengthens mental clarity, focus, and resilience. Each climb is like solving a puzzle that invites you to be fully present and mindful, bringing a sense of accomplishment and inner calm and rewards you with a unique sense of accomplishment and self-discovery. But the benefits don’t stop at the gym. Climbing outdoors opens up breathtaking landscapes and unique natural experiences. It’s an invitation to explore, breathe fresh air, and feel connected to the world in a meaningful way. Sport climbing can help you step outside and reconnect with nature’s beauty, making every climb an adventure. And it’s a sport best shared. Families and friends can cheer each other on and build lasting friendships in an encouraging community. Whether you’re looking for an active lifestyle, mental escape, or connection with others and the outdoors, sport climbing has it all. Grab your shoes, find a wall, and see where this journey can take you—indoors, outdoors, and beyond.

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BOULDER

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LEAD

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SPEED

ABOUT US

The SA National Climbing Federation is the official organization leading and governing competition Climbing in South Africa.

Perhaps our most important role is to provide the official path for competitive climbers to attain, provincial and national sporting colours and the path to the Olympic Games.  To this end we are affilliated with SASCOC, the International Climbing Federation (IFSC) and sunscribe to the Olympic Code.  Currently we are represented by provincial federations in five provinces, Gauteng, Western Cape, Kwazulu Natal, Eastern Cape and Mpumalanga.

 

The primary objectives of the SANCF are centered around fostering growth in the number of climbers and enhancing the competitiveness of our athletes. Firstly, we aim to promote the sport of climbing by assisting our clubs and provincial members to develop outreach programs, training camps, and competitions at various levels to attract new participants and encourage them to embrace climbing as a recreational activity. 
 

Furthermore, we are dedicated to investing in the development of our athletes by developing specialized coaching, performance analysis, within the regions and clubs and supporting their participation in national and international competitions. Through these initiatives, we aim to cultivate a vibrant climbing community, nurture talent, and elevate our region's overall standard of sport climbing.

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