Summer League Final 2026
Friday 4 September was the day all the graft culminated in a live final. 37 finalists across eight categories, four hours of action and a Female 45+ shootout that went to six climbs. Here’s how every category finished.
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 eyeing the cash prizes to newcomers just there for the fun,…
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…
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…
Bloc Party 2024 Write Up
full weekend comp Bloc Party Gets Bigger and Better Each year, Bloc Party somehow gets bigger and better, and 2024 was no exception. We decided to crank things up a notch by turning this year’s event into a two-day competition. Inspired by the World Cup format, Saturday saw climbers battling it out in the qualifiers,…
Falling Like the Leaves of Autumn: Climbing Through a Season of Change
Autumn is a season that arrives with quiet insistence, softening the edges of the world. The leaves dissipate in a radiant display, the air chills as the rain encourages its prevalence, and the long days of summer slip into memory. Autumn is a season of transformation; a time to reflect on what we hold onto,…
Vibram Repair Tour at City Bloc Leeds – Free Climbing Shoe Resoling
City Bloc Leeds is psyched to host the Vibram Repair Tour, where Vibram’s mobile workshop and expert cobblers will offer FREE CLIMBING SHOE RESOLING. We’re also excited to announce the arrival of our in centre Vibram Resoling Station, making shoe repair accessible year-round for our climbing community. Event Highlights • Dates: Monday 25th to Wednesday…
From the Wall to the World: How Bouldering Helps Us Take On Real-World Challenges
For many of us, the climbing gym provides a space in which we can lose ourselves for the evening, stepping away from the stresses of daily life, and immersing ourselves into an activity which stimulates us both physically and mentally. Within these chalky colourful walls, we find a sense of harmony, community, and opportunities for…
Building Blocs: Why technique beats strength
What is Building Blocs? Building Blocs is a session designed to help you consistently improve and develop as a climber. It’s free for unlimited monthly and annual passholders but also available at a drop-in price for those without a pass.It’s simple: want to get better? Come to Building Blocs. The Struggle with Progression One of…
