Bristol Youth Squad

The TCA Bristol Youth Squad comprises 30 young climbers who have been selected to represent The Climbing Academy (TCA) at local, national and international climbing competitions. 

There is a busy competition calendar that includes events such as the British Mountaineering Councils ‘Youth Climbing Series’ (BMC YCS), Blokfest and the Junior British Bouldering Championships. 

Although competitions are great fun and are a clear and tangible way to demonstrate the abilities of our athletes, they are just a small part of bouldering and climbing. We want the team to experience all aspects of the sport, so members are regularly taken to some of the UK’s top outdoor climbing and bouldering locations. When possible we also run squad trips to notable outdoor climbing areas, such as the Peak District.

Take part

SQUAD SELECTION

The squad year runs from 1 January to 31 December. Squad selection is held around end of November/start of December each year. There are no prerequisites, so any climber aged 8-16 can attend team selection. As long as you’re within the age limit for YCS events, you’re eligible to apply for the squad. Please refer to YCS for more details on age categories.  

Squad selection date

2024 Squad Selection will be held on Mon 25 November @ The Mothership and Wed 27 November @ The Church. Book a place on squad trials:

Roped Round @ The Church
Bouldering Round @ The Mothership

Entry is £5 per booking per climber. Climbers can choose to participate in one or both events. Read more on our blog.

To find out more about our climbing squad, please email bristolcoaching@theclimbingacademy.com or click here. You can follow the team on Instagram and photos from squad trips & competitions can be found here!