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10.07.21

Climbing in the Olympics

As climbing reaches the Olympics for the first time, find out about the format and ones to watch.

28.06.21

Is it possible to climb with kids?

We spoke to parents at TCA to find out how they’ve faced and conquered the challenge of climbing with kids. From encouraging them to making time for yourself. Here's how to make it work.

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15.06.21

TCA squad – challenging, friendly, rewarding

Owen Taylor tells us about his time in the youth climbing team

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27.04.21

Top tips for climbing outside

If you are new to climbing outdoors or thinking about starting we have gathered some useful tips to help you stay safe and confident.

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25.03.21

I didn’t expect to be learning a new sport at my age!

We talk to parents of kids who climb in our squad about how climbing has impacted their lives.

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18.03.21

Staying safe at TCA

We are here to keep you as safe as possible. Take our safety quiz, find out about coaching or just refresh your knowledge and skills.

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16.03.21

April reopening – finally!

TCA centres reopen in April and we can't wait to welcome you back.

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15.03.21

Climbing is great for mental health

Tom Stabbins reflects on the ways in which climbing has helped his mental health

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10.03.21

Climbing hard and saving lives

TCA climber, Dr Ry McHenry's had an incredible 2020. In between heavy shifts in ICU he managed one of his best climbing years to date

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01.03.21

The secrets of safer belaying

Watch our talk: We discuss the pros and cons of different devices, skill-fade, why accidents happen and offer practical ideas for practising and improving your belaying safely.

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27.02.21

Let’s go outside

A useful skip through lots of the things you should be thinking about if you're starting to climb outside. With guide and coach Trev Massiah

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20.02.21

Forgetting to clip auto belay – an interview

Climbing on auto belay is a safe sport, if it is done correctly. But lose focus and any one of us could forget to clip. We speak to Sam about her accident and what we need to do as climbers to stay safe.

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19.02.21

Finding the positive: the psychology of climbing

Watch our free Q&A Hazel Findlay. Get tips to deal with stress and create a positive mindset. Stay safe and make progress by managing your comfort, stretch or panic zone.

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18.02.21

Manuals for the mind

Here is our recommended reading list to help you get calm, collected and ready for your ascent.

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02.02.21

Sheffield Adventure Film Festival – watch online

Watch the very best of 2020's ShAFF from the comfort of home and help TCA.

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27.01.21

Finding your Edge: mental wellbeing and climbing

Rewatch our first online event with Hetty Key who shared results from her research into mental wellbeing and the outdoors and talked about the Women's Trad Festival

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26.01.21

Call of Duty Warzone tournament

Join other TCA climbers for a mighty private tournament for fans of Call of Duty warzone.

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19.01.21

Climbing as therapy

Pete Burrows from The University of Bristol looks at the science behind the benefits of exercise and climbing.

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14.01.21

Free yoga sessions

Follow along with two free yoga sessions from the amazing Anna Beata Yoga

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12.01.21

Lockdown Training

Keep spirits up with these ideas to help you train at home...or not!

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12.01.21

Hazel Findlay on Mental Health and Climbing

Hazel shares her thoughts on why climbing is so good for your mental health and what can you do to stay positive in lockdown.

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08.01.21

Mental health and mindset videos

Find ways to overcome fear, push past challenges and be inspired through sport to improve your mental wellbeing.

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07.01.21

Sound advice

We have gathered a playlist of podcast episodes that delve into the topics of mental health, climbing and the mind.

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06.01.21

Focus on mental health and climbing

Taking time to reflect on the benefits of sport and mental health and examining climbers' negative self-talk.

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21.12.20

New pricing for 2021

TCA introduces simpler pricing for the new year - to create fairer access

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26.10.20

Extended opening times in Glasgow

Find the right time to climb and help create space

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09.09.20

Chalk and coronavirus

Research shows climbing chalk is unlikely to transmit coronavirus

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08.09.20

Dumbarton Rock

As the brand new Dumby guide hits the shelves, co-author and TCA staff member John Hutchinson shares his personal connection to the Clyde's iconic climbing venue.

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07.08.20

How do I buy a punch card?

We explain how you can pre-pay for visits in advance, minimising the need for interaction at the front desk and reducing wait times.

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06.08.20

My Lockdown Motivation

Young Scottish competition climber Hannah Kerr tells us about her lockdown.

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