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A graphic with Christmas lights, baubles and stylised mountains.

21.10.26

Christmas opening times and gifts at The Climbing Academy

Bring your family to The Climbing Academy this Christmas

The very first climbs in the cave at The Newsroom - early promo shots before the full set was created pre-opening in 2011 - featuring Alan Cassidy and Rob Sutton. (Copyright Brilliant Pictures 2011)

15.10.26

15 years of The Newsroom, TCA Glasgow

Take a walk down memory lane as we celebrate 15 amazing years of TCA Glasgow.

A young climber on a technical climb with a very high left heel hook concentrating hard.

13.10.26

Teen Bouldering Passport

Unsupervised bouldering access for 14-15 year olds

Kids Summer Holiday Climbing

08.09.26

October Holiday Climbing for Kids in Glasgow

Keep your kid active during the October Holiday break

A boulderer holds himself off the ground by gripping an angular volume (whilst low over mats) with his focus on the next move.

31.08.26

Two Weeks Free For New Customers

Brand new to climbing? Pay for your first visit at The Climbing Academy, and climb free for two weeks in Bristol, Glasgow and Chippenham.

Student climbing

07.08.26

Claim Your £20 Student Month at TCA!

Climb into a new term...

A climber focuses on her next bouldering move with an intense look

21.07.26

Student Fridays at TCA

£10 climbing every Friday after 3pm at all TCA centres.

A smiling TCA staff member holds a timer display during the finals of a bouldering comp - they are seated on the mats surrounded by spectators.

15.06.26

TCA Winter Series Bouldering Comps 2026-27

The TCA Winter Comp Series returns — four rounds of fresh bouldering problems, community and fun across Glasgow and Bristol.

A man with grey hair and well defined muscles is seen bouldering from behind

03.06.26

Why Climbing is the Ultimate Workout for Physical and Cognitive Health

Climbing is a full-body workout that builds strength, balance, and cognitive skills. Discover how climbing supports physical and mental health

Person climbing at Queer Climbing Social at TCA

19.05.26

Celebrating Pride Month with Glasgow Queer Adventures

We have 50 free spaces on our Queer Climbing Socials in June at The Newsroom and The Prop Store

Kids Summer Holiday Climbing

19.05.26

Kids’ Summer Holiday Climbing Glasgow 26

Fun, supervised holiday climbing for kids aged 5–12 in Glasgow. Sessions from £13. No experience needed — book online.

Open Boulder Social at TCA

24.04.26

Boulder Socials at TCA

Join the Boulder Socials at The Climbing Academy! Available in Glasgow and Bristol

Open Days at TCA

15.04.26

Glasgow Open Day – FREE Climbing

If you’ve been thinking about trying climbing, now’s the perfect time with TCA Glasgow's Summer Open Days.

A person climbing on an indoor climbing wall at a queer climbing social

17.03.26

Queer Climbing at TCA Glasgow

Join the Queer Climbing Social at The Climbing Academy! Hosted by Glasgow Queer Adventures

Two climbers sporting Glasgow Queer Adventures t-shirts. We see their torsos, one facing us smiling and one facing away from the camera.

17.03.26

Belonging on the Wall: Glasgow’s Queer Climbing Community

Climbing is more inclusive, joyful and empowering than ever. Find out more.

We see a young boy shyly smiling while he holds a rope.

23.02.26

Easter holiday climbing in Glasgow – 2026

Looking for some fun Easter activities to get the kids moving?

An aerial shot of the bouldering, trad and sport climbs at Dumbarton Rock by Edge Photography

14.02.26

The Dumby Project

Regular TCA photographer Ewan Grant (Edge Photography) tells us more about his documentary about Dumbarton Rock.

Two people on a date in the climbing centre

20.01.26

Date Night Alternatives – Climbing

Looking for a fun and unique date idea? Discover why climbing at TCA is the perfect way to connect, challenge, and create unforgettable memories together!

The picture focuses on a climber looking strong on an overhang, while comp competitors look at other problems

11.01.26

TCA Glasgow winter bouldering comps

Find out more about Autumn/Winter 25-26 comps at TCA Glasgow

06.01.26

Griptonite app – TCA

Try our powerful and fun app to log climbs, track progress and take part in challenges.

A little boy is focussed looking up as he climbs

20.12.25

Family activities – 50% off first 2 visits

Looking for fun family activities to do with kids? Try indoor climbing – and get 50% off your first two visits!

The Climbing Academy Glasgow Open Days

16.12.25

The Climbing Academy Glasgow Open Day – FREE Climbing

If you’ve been thinking about trying climbing, now’s the perfect time with TCA Glasgow's Open Days.

A man gives. thumbs up as he climbs on an auto belay

15.12.25

Climbing for Mental Wellbeing: Common Wheel at TCA

How Common Wheel uses climbing to support mental wellbeing, build confidence and reduce isolation through inclusive sessions

2 climbers smile as they climb on our Twister problem at a Fun Comp

11.12.25

Get fit… But make it fun, in Glasgow!

Getting started in climbing is easy... and it's fun!

Holds on a spray wall - training board.

08.12.25

Glasgow Board Socials

Don't just climb harder this year. Train smarter with 2 new board social.

A roped climber makes a dynamic move with a high foot.

27.11.25

Winter offer: 25% Off TCA Courses

If you’ve been thinking about learning to climb or taking your skills to the next level, now’s the perfect time.

A climber looks up intensely at the next hold during a comp

26.06.25

Everyone is Welcome at TCA

Climbing should be for everyone. We’ve always worked hard to create spaces that are welcoming, supportive, and inclusive – whether you're climbing for the first time or have been training for years.

A climber stays on the wall horizontally, with a high left toe-hook above them

05.06.25

Why Indoor Climbing Is the Best Alternative to the Gym

78% of TCA climbers said that climbing had significantly improved their lives.

04.06.25

We made stickers!

Buy them because you love climbing. Buy them because you love TCA. Buy them because your laptop deserves better.

A climber hangs onto a wall bouldering, low over soft mats.

03.06.25

Taking Pride in Inclusivity

To celebrate Pride month, TCA are putting on some queer friendly offers

A woman looks intently up to the next hold while bouldering.

27.05.25

Climbing Towards Net Zero

How TCA Is Leading with Data-Driven Sustainability

Three boys from a recent Urban Uprising session.

08.05.25

TCA’s Partnership with Urban Uprising

At TCA, we believe climbing is for everyone—and that belief is at the heart of our partnership with Urban Uprising.

The Mothership

85 Barrow Road
Bristol
BS5 0FD

0117 907 2956

Mon-Fri: 7am-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)

Sat-Sun: 8am-8pm
(Peak 8am-3pm)
The Newsroom

124 Portman Street
Kinning Park, Glasgow
G41 1EJ

0141 429 6331

Mon-Fri: 7am-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)

Sat-Sun: 8am-8pm
(Peak 8am-3pm)
The Church

St Werburgh's Church
Mina Road, Bristol
BS2 9YQ

0117 941 3489

Mon-Fri: 12pm-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)

Sat-Sun: 9am-6pm
(Peak 9am-3pm)
The Prop Store

Unit B2, 24 Craigmont Street
Maryhill, Glasgow
G20 9BT

0141 429 6331

Mon-Fri: 10am-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)
Sat-Sun: 8am-8pm
(Peak 8am-3pm)
The Arc

Westmead Lane
Chippenham
SN15 3HZ

01249 471182

Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri : 11am-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)

Wed : 9.30am-10pm
(Peak 3-8pm)

Sat-Sun: 9.30am-6pm
(Peak 9.30am-3pm)