A library of the best climbing education, training and just fun videos from our expert team of climbers here in Leeds, Yorkshire.
A classic move famously recognised from one of the most famous sport routes in the world; La Rosa Et La Vampire in Boux (8B), France. The move is an extreme cross-through which is a staple technique in any climber’s toolbox. This line was first sent in 1985 and is the reason we know and love…
Kilter Boards have been around for a few years now and have gained popularity all over the world. The Kilter Board Instagram account has over 30,000 followers and reposts content from America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. The reason it is so popular is easy to see, as it not only has around 500 holds that…
“Yorkshire Spotting” could be described as half-arsed spotting or basically pointless. Spotting isn’t typically encouraged indoors – after all, that’s what mats are for. But, if you’re outside sitting on the soft, green grass impersonating a proper spot or enjoying your sandwich while your friend is slapping their way up a boulder, you are executing…
Lingo: “Taz Flick” aka “Pogo” Using your leg as a pendulum to gain upwards momentum. Named after Jamie Cassidy (Taz) who seems to be able to use them for every single move How to use Taz Flick in a sentence:You – “No way is this 6A, I have to crank that heel like I’ve got…
How well can you toe-hook on a 70° wall wearing trainers or hire shoes? Which top-end shoes perform best when standing on edges or smearing? Find out, as our Director Ben Meeks puts 5 contrasting climbing shoes to the test in a variety of different scenarios to experiment which perform the best. Watch till the…
We did a spin on the classic game Wheel Of Fortunes at City Bloc. Watch on to find out how we used the basis of this classic game show, to challenge ourselves when setting boulder problems. I mean, what happens when you have a time-limit of 15 minutes to set a V7 Dyno? Featuring in…
What happens when 2 professional route setters; Ben Meeks and Ayesha Khan, challenge themselves to set a boulder problem, which the other person can not climb? The only rule is that they MUST be able to climb the problem which they have set. Watch and find out! If you’re itching to get to the Bloc…
This 30 minute core exercise workout is designed for climbers by City Bloc’s in-house yoga teacher and climbing coach Freya Thomas. It is a must for your climbing training.
A fingerboard training session to try at home (or at our wall) to improve your skills and strength to climb. This is part of our Get Bloc Strong series, with CityBloc owner and ex GB Climber Ben Meeks. Ben shows a “maximum hang” finger board session. This follows on nicely from Ayesha’s finger board warm…
Want to improve your climbing at home? CityBloc team member Ayesha’s shows us her tried and trusted Hangboard warm up routine. On especially cold days, or if you’re feeling a little stiff, feel free to do as many sets as you need of any of the following exercises. None of these should be uncomfortable or…