Mountaineering Ireland is thrilled to invite young climbers to embark on an unforgettable adventure through a series of grassroots competitions taking place this April, May, and June 2024. Join us for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and the thrill of conquering fresh problems.
In collaboration with Boulder World Belfast, a vibrant and welcoming indoor bouldering gym, we present the BWMI Youth Boulder Series – a platform for young climbers of all skill levels to showcase their talent and passion for climbing in a social competition setting.
Participants, accompanied by their adult guardians, will be immersed in a dynamic atmosphere where they’ll have the chance to tackle a diverse range of boulder problems meticulously crafted to challenge agility, strength, and problem-solving abilities. Whether you’re a beginner seeking to build confidence or a seasoned crusher craving mind-bending challenges, there’s something uniquely tailored for everyone in this series.
So, grab your chalk bag, pick up your scorecard, and join us for a day filled with bouldering competition, forging new friendships, and, above all, having an absolute blast! Adults – bring your shoes too!
Grade range of problems roughly Font 5+ – Font 6c
This is a fun, friendly beginner competition and should be used as an intro into competition climbing and a feeder into the Youth Climbing Series. If you placed in the Top 3 in your youth category in the 2023 YCS or are a current member of the Irish Youth Squad or Irish Youth Team you are NOT eligible to compete in this series.
Young Climbers will compete in the usual YCS age categories
Category. Born.
Youth E. 2016/2015
Youth D. 2014/2013
Youth C. 2012/2011
Youth B. 2010/2009
Youth A. 2008/2007
Junior. 2006/2005
All climbers and adults supervising will need to complete the Boulder World online forms prior to arrival:
https://eleisure.sportsoft.co.uk/boulderworldbelfast/Account/RegistrationFormsList?userType=0
A video demo will be sent out in email regarding –
Comp Format, How to climb a comp problem, How to score a comp problem, How to judge a comp problem and how to enjoy a comp.