England Climbing Trials | 6 & 7 December
The England Climbing Trials are the key selection event for the England Climbing Foundation and Development Programmes. Aimed at young athletes in the U13 and U15 age categories, the Trials offer a great opportunity to test their skills, grow through competition, and take part in a fun and supportive environment designed to encourage their long-term development in the sport.
Taking place at 270 Climbing Park (Bentham Ln, Gloucester GL3 4UD) on the 6 & 7 December 2025, the England Climbing Trials is open to athletes' who are resident in England & Wales who would like to be considered for selection to the England Climbing Team programmes in 2026. All competitors must be a current member of the BMC to enter.
Registration opens: 29 October 2025
Registration closes: 19 November 2025
Entry
Click here to enter (entries open on the 29 October)
Categories
U13’s (2014/2015)
U15’s (2012/2013)
Dates
U13’s (2014/2015) - Saturday 6 December 2025
U15’s (2012/2013) - Sunday 7 December 2025
Fee
£36 per discipline, please ensure to complete registration for the disciplines you would like to compete in. If you would like to compete in both disciplines, please register for both.
If you have yet to do so, you will need to register for an account with Vertical Life before entering. To register, click here. For support, watch our 'How to' guide here.
Format
Lead (U15) Top Rope (U13): 2 routes flash format (with demo videos)
Boulder: 5 boulders, flash format (with demo videos), 4 mins climbing time, 4:15 mins rest time.
No finals.
Coach Registration
Information to follow.
Exceptional Circumstances
Where a pre-selected athlete (Foundation programme only) is injured or unable to compete due to illness please in the first instance contact the Pathway Manager by email: sophie.cox@thebmc.co.uk
Selection Documents and programme information can be found here.
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