ASCEND Climbing

10/19/2026

10/18/2026

We asked climbers at ASCEND South Side what they’re working on! Have you tried any of these climbs?

10/13/2026

Boulders! ASCEND South Side’s Fall Bouldering League kicks off this week and we still have a few spots open! Registration closes Tuesday 10/20.

Get all the details at ascendclimbing.com/leagues.

10/10/2026

📣 ROUTESETTING ROUNDUP 📣 Keeping you apprised of the constant churn of routes. Browse images to see gym maps and photos of some recently set walls! For all the details, visit ascendclimbing.com/accessalerts.

POINT BREEZE
◀️ Last Week: Lanes 12, 13, 22, 23, 40, 41, U-Wall 4B+1B
▶️ This Week: Lanes 14, 15, 16, 21, 39 (Tues), Island 3A+4A (Thurs)
↗️ Next Week: Lanes 1, 2, 3, 4, 17, 20 (Tues), U-Wall 2B (Thurs), Fill In Lanes 1-4 (Thurs)

SOUTH SIDE
◀️ Last Week: Desk Arch, L Comp, Top Rope
▶️ This Week: Comp, Prow, Arch Vert L (Mon/Wed), Top Rope (Fri)
↗️ Next Week: Arch Vert R, Window Arch, Coffin (Mon/Wed), Top Rope (Fri)

10/09/2026

Don't be scared of trad climbing - come take our workshop on Halloween weekend, lead by coach Scott! This in-depth clinic will cover traditional climbing equipment, placement, anchors, and leading. Learn how to use and trust “trad” climbing gear like the pros!

Students will learn the skills to safely and confidently place and evaluate traditional climbing gear, how to make traditional "SERENE" anchors, how to lead traditional climbs, and the basics of single-pitch traditional climbing. For more details and to register, visit https://www.ascendclimbing.com/blog/trad-climbing-anchors-gear-placement-clinic

10/09/2026

This is what true friendship looks like! 🟦 A reminder to celebrate your friend's achievements in grand ways. Next time you Venmo them for dinner, consider mailing an oversized check to commemorate the event! 😆

Congrats to all the recent belay tag holders! 🎉 Happy climbing!

10/07/2026

ASCEND South Side's Bouldering League starts next week! We're so excited. On top of the weekly treats/retail discounts and a league t-shirt, competitors will get to push themselves on the wall in a supportive and fun environment. Learn more and register to join the fun at ascendclimbing.com/leagues.

Need help assembling your team? Come climb tonight 10/7 between 6-8p to meet other solo competitors. Grab a name tag at the front desk and climb near the new set area to find some new friends!

10/03/2026

📣 ROUTESETTING ROUNDUP 📣 Keeping you apprised of the constant churn of routes. Browse images to see gym maps and photos of some recently set walls! For all the details, visit ascendclimbing.com/accessalerts.

POINT BREEZE
◀️ Last Week: Lanes 10, 11, 24, 25, Island 1A+2A, DZ Ropes
▶️ This Week: Lanes 12, 13, 22, 23, 40, 41 (Tues), U-Wall 4B+1B (Thurs)
↗️ Next Week: Lanes 14, 15, 16, 21, 38, 39 (Tues), Island 3A+4A (Thurs), Lanes 17, 20 (Thurs)

SOUTH SIDE
◀️ Last Week: Top Out L Mushroom, Wave, Entrance L
▶️ This Week: Desk Arch, L Comp (Mon/Wed), Top Rope (Fri)
↗️ Next Week: Comp, Prow, Arch Vert L (Mon/Wed), Top Rope (Fri)

10/02/2026

Feeling stuck, intimidated, or simply looking to level up your climbing? Join coaches Damu and Logan for an 8 week Bouldering Training Camp built for climbers looking to see measurable progress and learn new training tactics.

This program starts and ends with a proper pre- and post-assessment, so you'll see exactly how far you've come. Your cohort will train together and everyone will get a personalized training plan with supplemental training assignments between classes. We'll work with you to identify your strengths, weaknesses, and climbing goals. From there, our coaches design a training curriculum built on the latest training methods, focusing your time and effort where they'll pay off the most.

This program is ideal for climbers who can climb in the ASCEND Yellow Circuit or above, and who have been climbing for at least six months. Learn More + Register at: https://www.ascendclimbing.com/blog/bouldering-training-camp-fall-2026

10/01/2026

We've got two awesome outdoor climbing trips this weekend! Get outside with ASCEND at ascendclimbing.com/getoutside.

⛰️ Saturday, October 3 | McConnells Mill | Trip 1: Outdoor Climbing Experience (for beginners) | This trip has been discounted for only $95! | 7 spots remain

⛰️ Sunday, October 4 | Frank Curto Park (PGH) | Trip 4: Gym To Crag (sport climbing anchors) | This trip (and all fall trips) is 20% off! | only 1 spots remains