Everything you need to know to start bouldering
We want to take the fear out of your first climb by tackling some of those initial questions you might have like what is bouldering and what should I wear!
Winter League Final 2026
Our biggest league final yet – eight categories, including the debut of our new 45+ Men and 45+ Women categories. A few of the heats came right down to the last bloc and few of you came up from the last qualifying spot to take the win. Whatever happened on your night, thanks for being…
Climbing Everest for charity
One of our community is doing something incredible on May 9th — and we wanted to make sure you knew about it. He’s attempting to climb the equivalent height of Mount Everest in a single day, raising money for the Paediatric Neuroscience Ward at LGI and The Yorkshire Brain Tumour Charity. This one’s close to home. Read his story.
Bloc Party 2025 Write Up
chalk, psych, community A Recap of City Bloc’s Bloc Party 2025 Each year, Bloc Party somehow gets bigger and better, and 2025 was no exception. The air was thick with chalk dust and buzzing with energy as we brought together climbers of all levels for a day of challenging routes and community spirit. From athletes…
Summer League 25 Final
competition and community City Bloc’s Summer League 2025 Final Close battles, decider blocs, no-tex challenge, and non stop crushing – the Summer League Final on Friday September 5th was intense from start to finish. Ben & Alfie set problems that pushed everyone hard, and the competitors showed up ready to send. Here are the results…
Summer League 2025 Is Here
As the sun (finally) shows up over Leeds and the crash pads start drying out, it can only mean one thing – City Bloc’s Summer League is back. After the electric atmosphere of the Winter League Final, we’re riding that high straight into another season of chalky palms, friendly rivalries, and good vibes at the…
Masters of Anti-Gravity: 18 Birds You Might Spot at the Crag This Summer
As summer approaches, more than just warm weather arrives at the crag – the air fills with birdsong. While we’re busy fighting our way up problems, it’s easy to forget the feathered creatures around us. But with a little patience, we might catch a glimpse of these magical beings in action. The UK is home…
Winter League 24-25 Final
competition and community City Bloc’s Winter League 2024/25 Final: What a Night Flashes, toe hooks, tie breaks, big energy and bigger effort – the Winter League Final on April 4th absolutely delivered. The blocs, set by Ben, Eugenie & James, brought the challenge and the climbers Brought the psych. Here’s how it all went down……
From Cold Holds to Strong Gains: Winter Training Tips from Climbing Personal Trainer Alfie Wyman
For many climbers, winter can be a challenging time to summon the motivation to train. However, for others, it offers the perfect opportunity to dive into outdoor climbing adventures and reassess our training strategies to maximize gains. In this blog, we’re joined by CityBloc resident and climbing personal trainer at Begin Again Training, Alfie Wyman….
Breath Work, Body Tension, and Rhythm: 3 Subtle Techniques to Elevate Your Bouldering
Climbing is not just about strength and technique drills. It’s about mastering the subtleties of energy, control, and rhythm. Whether you’re tackling steep overhangs or delicate slabs, three core elements can often make or break your performance: breathwork, body tension, and rhythm. These frequently overlooked techniques provide the foundation for stability, power, and fluidity on…
