Group of climbers watching a boulderer work a problem on the bouldering wall at Shift Climbing

Chalk Up: Climbing Guides, Training Tips, and Local Stories

August 24, 2026

How do different difficulties work in climbing? What are Circuits and V-grades.

This guide breaks down the three essential elements of any bouldering wall, including the holds, the angles, and the circuit system.
August 17, 2026

What Are the Different Climbing Movements and Styles? A Beginning Climber’s Guide to Getting Started

If you are new to climbing, it’s easy to assume that climbing is just about pulling yourself upward using raw strength. In reality, bouldering is a masterful game of body geometry.
July 27, 2026

Bouldering vs. Rope Climbing (A Basic Guide)

Should you choose a dedicated bouldering gym, or a facility that offers rope climbing?