ClimbUnity is non-profit initiative by 3RD ROCK to increase the diversity within climbing. We offer free coached climbing sessions to Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic participants as well as LGBTQIA+ climbers.
Our goal is to expand the climbing community, to make it more diverse, and to make it somewhere that everyone can see someone like themselves, and can feel part of something bigger and most importantly, have fun :)
The programme is open to Black, Asian and Minority Ethnics participants aged 18 or over. This is so that once you have finished the course, you are able to climb by yourself.
Gender exclusive sessions will be available as well as mixed, please let us know your preference.
These sessions are completely free. We have arranged free wall entry and shoe hire with the venue, and our coaches will be giving you their best advice completely free as well
Sessions will run regularly, with the first planned at the end of June 2023. Register your interest to get more details.
Nope, none at all. We will give you all the information and knowledge you need while on our sessions. No previous experience of any kind is required to take part.
Our sessions are offered at a variety of venues and cities across England, although our initial focus is near our HQ in Belper, just outside Derby. If you would like to check availability for a region or city please contact us via community@my3rdrock.com
These sessions will last for an hour and a half, but there is no need to stop there. Once you have finished the session, you will be a fully registered climber and will have the ability to continue on your own or come back any other time.
Your favourite 3RD ROCK clothing :-)
Climbing is much like the gym, all you need is some flexible and comfortable clothing. However, it can get quite cold so be sure to bring plenty of layers!
The wall surfaces can be quite rough so avoid any thin tearable materials, and you will need to remove all jewelry before starting the session.
Send us an email to community@my3rdrock.com explaining who you are, why you want to join the sessions, and we will be in touch. If you want to join as a coach, or to support the programme, feel free to drop us an email as well.