Climbing Strength Assessment

Elevate Your Climbing Game with Expert Insights

Unlock Your Potential to Become a Stronger, Injury-Free Climber!

What is the Climbing Strength Assessment For?

The Climbing Strength Assessment is designed to evaluate your climbing-specific strength, flexibility, and technique. This comprehensive assessment helps identify areas for improvement, allowing for a personalized training program that enhances performance and reduces the risk of injury. By analyzing your climbing mechanics and physical capabilities, our physiotherapist will provide targeted recommendations to optimize your climbing experience.

Who is the Climbing Strength Assessment For?

The Climbing Strength Assessment is suitable for climbers of all levels, from beginners to experienced athletes. Whether you’re looking to improve your skills, prepare for a climbing competition, or address specific concerns related to climbing, this assessment will provide valuable insights and guidance tailored to your goals.

What Conditions Can the Climbing Strength Assessment Benefit?

The Climbing Strength Assessment can be beneficial for a variety of conditions, including:

  • Overuse injuries (e.g., tendonitis, finger injuries)

  • Joint pain (shoulders, elbows, wrists)

  • Muscle imbalances or weaknesses

  • Recovery from previous climbing injuries

  • Technique-related issues impacting performance

What Does the Climbing Strength Assessment Session Look Like?

Each Climbing Assessment session lasts approximately 60 minutes and includes:

  1. Initial Consultation: Discuss your climbing history, goals, and any current concerns.

  2. Physical Evaluation: A thorough assessment of your strength, flexibility, and range of motion, focusing on climbing-specific movements.

  3. Technique Analysis: Review of your climbing technique, including footwork, body positioning, and movement efficiency.

  4. Personalized Recommendations: A tailored program that includes strength training, flexibility exercises, and technique improvement strategies to enhance your climbing performance.

Our assessment includes the following tests utilizing VALD Technology:

  • Upper body pull strength

  • Max crimping and pinch strength

  • Rate of force development/contact strength

  • Lower body power and stability

What Types of Climbing Sessions Are Available?

  1. Climbing Physiotherapy: A one-on-one session focusing on your fixing your injuries via manual therapy and tailored rehab exercises

  2. PhysioCoaching for Climbers: Specialized strength & conditioning sessions that focus on your weaknesses to prevent injuries and improve physical performance

  3. Follow-Up Assessments: Retesting the Climbing Strength Assessment to objectively measure your physical strength gains and see your improvement