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The Benefits of Youth Climbing Competitions
Hear from our newest Hangar ambassador, Louise Flockhart, on her journey into competitive climbing from a young age.
The Crucial Role of Rest Days in Climbing
Whether you're scaling indoor walls or conquering rugged outdoor routes, it's undeniable that climbing demands a great deal of physical and mental exertion. In this blog, we'll explore why it's essential for climbers to take rest days, the benefits they offer, and how they contribute to long-term climbing success.
Matchworks extension
Get ready for some epic news you've all been wanting. The Climbing Hangar Matchworks is about to get even better with an exciting new extension in the works. We've got some cool surprises in store for you, and we can't wait to share all the details over the next few weeks. Got any questions? Take a look at our FAQ's.
The Hangar Games are back: The Ultimate Youth Climbing Showdown
We are thrilled to announce the return of The Hangar Games. Following the enormous success of last year's event, we're back with a bang for the second edition of this gripping competition. Find out more here.
Training with Leah Crane: Progress Through Play
Join Ged for his fun session with Olympic coach Leah Crane at Hangar Sheffield. We're all about embracing progress through play at The Hangar so take a look at these fun games and challenges that help you warm up, work on your footwork, improve your body positioning and exercise your mind, all in the name of training!
How the menstrual cycle can affect climbing performance
The menstrual cycle can have a significant impact on climbers. While everybody is different, there are a few key ways that the menstrual cycle can affect climbing performance and overall wellbeing. Find out more here.
Toast Ale: Fighting food waste, one beer at a time
In our latest blog, we’re shining the spotlight on our friends at Toast Ale, the B-Corp who stock Hangar fridges all over the UK with beer brewed from fresh surplus bread, donating all their profits to environmental charities fixing the food system and helping the planet.
How to boulder like a pro (ft. Shauna Coxsey
Check out some highlights from Ged's session last year with the one and only Shauna Coxsey and discover a few tips for bouldering like a pro.
Ode to the Beta Sprayer
A friendly face from the Hangar community hijacks the blog to present his ode to the hero of any climbing community: the beta sprayer.
Hangar to Hangar Charity Challenge: Climbing and Cycling for CAC
Polly, a 10-year-old from our Squad team in Hangar Exeter, has completed an amazing challenge across 5 days to raise money for Climbers Against Cancer. Find out more here.