THE COMPETITION IS ON
American Scholastic Climbing League (ASCL) will hosting a local competition at Gripstone on November 8th, 2025.
Gripstone will be closed during the event from 8am-12pm, and will then open to public from 12pm-8pm.
There will be 20 boulders and 20 routes set at the gym for the competitors. These routes are off-limits to the competitors until the day of the competition but will remain available for non-competitors. Routesetting for the competition starts on October 27th and ends on November 7th. All routes/boulders set for the competition will be clearly marked and we ask that all ASCL competitors stay off of them until the competition. All competitors AND spectators must have a current waiver on file before they can enter the facility
Registration is $25 per competitor.
Who can compete?
If you are a competitor through ASCL then you can compete in the local competition here at Gripstone.
How do I register?
Please use the provided link above to register for the ASCL local competition. The link will take you to our RGP booking window which will collect payment and information. Registration fee for the competition is $25 per person.
Are competitors allowed in the facility before the comp?
Yes. However, competitors are not permitted to attempt any of the routes/boulders that will be used in the competition.
How does check in work?
Check in begins at 8:00 am. Please check in at the front desk before entering the facility. ALL participants and spectators must have an active waiver at Gripstone prior to entering. Waivers can be filled out here. If participants have not pre-registered, as long as competitors have qualified, they can do so at the front desk on the day of.
Are spectators allowed?
Spectators are welcome all day. Stop by to watch your kids climb or enjoy the friendly competition. The only thing we ask – please fill out a waiver prior to entering the facility. ALL spectators are required to fill out a waiver and check in at the front desk to enter Gripstone. That can be done here.
Do I need to get a Gripstone certification to belay for the comp?
We will not be administering belay test on the day of the competition. We will be honoring belay certifications from other facilitys (valid ONLY on the competition day) provided that belayers meet Gripstone’s minimum age requirements to belay. Gripstone staff reserves the right to revoke belay privileges due to unsafe technique.
Can I climb while the comp is going on?
Gripstone will be closed to both members and the public during the event and will open back up at 12pm on November 8th. Climbing is reserved for competitors only from 8am-12pm.
What belay device can I use at Gripstone?
At Gripstone, you must belay with an ABD only. There is NO exception to this rule.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this, please email info@gripstonecs.com or kegan@gripstonecs.com