Sport involving climbing natural or artificial rock formations
Uncontrolled swinging away from rock face
IntermediateSafety technique controlling rope for climbing partner
BeginnerGrip using fingertips on small edge holds
IntermediateMost difficult section of a climbing route
IntermediateDynamic movement launching to distant hold
AdvancedExtending leg for balance without weight-bearing
IntermediateCompleting route successfully on first attempt
AdvancedRating system indicating climbing difficulty
BeginnerUsing heel to pull body up or maintain position
AdvancedClimbing while placing protection and trailing rope
IntermediateClimbing move pressing up onto ledge like getting out of pool
IntermediateGrip squeezing hold between thumb and fingers
IntermediateSection of climb between belay stations
IntermediateChallenging route worked on over multiple attempts
AdvancedMuscle fatigue in forearms from sustained gripping
IntermediateCompleting route cleanly after previous practice
AdvancedClimbing path up rock face or artificial wall
BeginnerSuccessfully complete a route without falling
IntermediateUsing top of foot to pull or maintain position
AdvancedClimbing with rope anchored above the route
Beginner