Climbz: an inclusive climbing movement for disabled and neurodivergent young people
Climbz is an inclusive climbing movement, developed by Access Sport, the national sports inclusion charity, and climbing organisations to support disabled and neurodivergent young people to experience the life-changing benefits of climbing and bouldering.
What is it?
Climbz supports local climbing and bouldering centres to create adapted and sustainable pan-disability climbing and bouldering offers. The programme also supports centres to be more inclusive and welcoming to disabled young people. It is run by Access Sport and delivered by community climbing venues.
Who is it for?
Climbz focuses on supporting disabled young people aged 5-25, as well as those with long-term health conditions. Every climbing and bouldering centre or club has a bespoke offer suited to their community's needs, developed with our team's support.
How does it work?
Climbz supports local volunteers and coaches by ensuring they are confident in inclusive climbing delivery and help build a strong base of disabled climbers. Climbers participate in this fantastic sport in a welcoming, flexible, non-judgmental environment where the offer is tailored to each individual's needs.
Moving forward, Access Sport want to collaborate with individuals and organisations that share their commitment to inclusion. To get involved, please complete the form below, and we will be in touch.
Supporting NICAS Ascend
Access Sport have also supported NICAS in developing the UK’s first disability inclusive climbing and bouldering award scheme – NICAS Ascend. The scheme is designed to be a flexible introduction to climbing where disabled participants can become more competent at their own pace.