Of course climbing is a fantastic physical exercise. It is a work out for your whole body, building strength and endurance. But did you know it can also be good to calm a busy mind.
As climbing is a challenge and you have to engage in problem solving, the boredom of exercise some people find when jogging on a treadmill simply isn’t there.
Studies show that climbing reduces the symptoms of depression, improves coping skills, and reduces anxiety more than other kinds of physical activity.
The mental aspects of climbing, such as decision-making, planning, and focus, reinforce the neural pathways in your brain and can improve overall mental function.
Are you worried about failing at work or a new project? By learning how to cope with failure when tackling a wall in a safe environment, you build the skills to challenge your fear of failure and more confident in taking risks and trying new things.
Climbing is particularly good for children and young people. A fast paced life and constant pressures to achieve can be a lot of stress on little shoulders. Rock climbing requires children to be fully focussed and concentrate on the immediate task. This mindfulness, by living in the present moment, can reenergise children and they can leave being able to face their situations with a clear head.
Have a passion for food, coffee & climbing?
We’re looking for a friendly, hardworking and reliable Cafe Assistant to join our team at Summit Up Climbing.
Get ready for an evening of big climbs, incredible adventures and inspiring stories from the world of climbing as the BritRock Film Tour comes to Summit Up Climbing Centre this December.
We’re looking for an experienced and confident Duty Manager to join the team at Summit Up Climbing Centre, Oldham. You’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the Centre, leading the team, maintaining high standards of safety and customer service, and helping deliver a welcoming and enjoyable experience for all our customers.