The largest climbing festival in the history of Spain, Climbing Madrid 2024, has been a resounding success. Promoted by the Community of Madrid y with the collaboration of the Arroyomolinos City Councilthe event has had prominent sponsors such as Renfewhich has been a fundamental pillar thanks to its commitment and support for the talent and improvement of athletes.
Climbing Madrid, a celebration that has united professional climbers, amateurs and enthusiasts
For a week, Arroyomolinos became the epicenter of climbing, offering more than 60 hours of exciting activities in a festival that combined live music, sports and gastronomy in an unparalleled environment. Furthermore, the Spanish Difficulty and Paraclimbing Championship It was a waste of talent and effort on the part of the Spanish athletes.
Spanish Difficulty Championship / .
Inspiring conversations with renowned climbers
Renfe brought us to Climbing Madrid interesting conversations and motivational interviews from international figures such as the North American climber Chris Sharma and the two-time bouldering world champion, the British Shauna Coxsey. With a master of ceremonies, the renowned climber and mountaineer from Madrid Carlos Suarez.
This space for conversations added experience and passion for a sport that unites people from all over the world.
Professional climbers Chris Sarma and Carlos Suárez / .
The Spanish Difficulty Championship
The imposing wall of international competition – certified by the IFSC-, which was used for the Championship, witnessed impressive movements full of technique, strength and dynamism, like the one that gave victory to Iziar Martínez in the last step before reaching the top, earning unanimous applause from the public for his exceptional execution; like Mikel Linacisorio, who impressed everyone in attendance by overcoming a particularly complicated roof section thanks to his good tactics and determination, thus securing first place in the Spanish Difficulty Championship. Likewise, the youth categories under 14, under 16 y sub 18 They were a true exhibition of new talent.
Paraclimber in the Spanish Paraclimbing Championship / .
For its part, the paraclimbing competition inspired everyone with stories of improvement like that of Sergio Aznáreza blind and autistic climber who was competing for the first time, or that of Good Muñoz, who discovered climbing as part of his rehabilitation after an accident, becoming a hobby. Athletes with various disabilities who showed that there are no barriers when it comes to passion and effort. What there is no doubt is that these athletes left the level of paraclimbing in Spain very high.
Quiz: discover your knowledge about climbing
During the Climbing Madrid event, attendees were able to enjoy, thanks to Renfeof an entertaining contest for test their knowledge about this exciting sport that is climbing. And so, they had the opportunity to demonstrate their skill by answering questions from three different levels of knowledge.
He enthusiasm of the participants and the good atmosphere that was experienced at the event generated a relaxed atmosphere and full of good moments. The winners of the contest were presented with different prizes.
Contest- knowledge about climbing / .
popular wall
But, Climbing Madrid was not only for climbing professionals. a wall of boulder 5 meters high and 30 meters wide It was available for everyone to experience climbing completely free of charge. Under the supervision of specialized instructors, both beginners and amateurs were able to enjoy the sport in a safe and welcoming environment. Total 7,700 people tested this structure similar to that used in Spanish Cup.
Climbing on the popular wall / .
The gastronomic and musical offer It was another strong point of the festival. A variety of food trucks offered culinary delights while different music bands and DJs kept the atmosphere lively throughout the week. Every day was a celebration for all the senses.
Chris Sharma and Shauna Coxsey: popular wall display / .
2024-06-21 07:03:14
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