Good Chalk Etiquette Part 4: What Indirock is doing to reduce chalk dust
For the first three parts of our Good Chalk Etiquette series, we’ve focused on the small things we can all do as climbers to reduce chalk dust. For Part 4, we wanted to share what we’re doing behind the scenes at IndiRock. With lots of climbers using chalk every day, some chalk dust is inevitable. […]
Good Chalk Etiquette Part 3: Brush More, Chalk Less
Does more chalk actually mean more grip? When a hold starts feeling slippery, it’s tempting to reach straight back into the chalk bag. But more chalk isn’t always the answer. Sometimes, your climbing brush might be more useful. What does chalk actually do? Climbing chalk helps manage moisture on our hands, which is why we […]
Good Chalk Etiquette – Part 2
What does good chalk etiquette actually look like? Last week, we kicked off our Good Chalk Etiquette series by looking at particulate matter, how climbing chalk contributes to it, and why reducing unnecessary chalk dust matters. This week, we’re getting practical with a few small habits we can all adopt when we chalk up. Before […]
Good Chalk Etiquette – Part 1
Small particulate matter and respiratory health – why it matters Have you ever noticed a cloud of chalk hanging in the air after someone tops a climb or claps their hands? It might disappear from sight after a few moments, but many of those tiny particles stay suspended in the air for much longer than […]
Summer Holidays at IndiRock: Unlimited Climbing, Great Value Offers & Spider-Man!
The summer holidays have arrived, and whether you’re looking for a fun family day out, or a new activity for yourself, IndiRock is the perfect place to climb this summer. With new routes set every week, there’s always a fresh challenge waiting for climbers of every age and ability. Plus, our gym is fully air-conditioned, […]
Coast to City: That’s a Wrap!
Coast to City has officially come to an end, and we’d like to thank everyone who made it such a great event.
Shaped by You: Introducing Our New Training Offer
We’ve been busy reimagining our training offer at Indirock Over the past few months, we’ve gathered feedback through surveys and free coaching trials, listening closely to what our community wants and needs. The result? A refreshed coaching programme designed to support every climber’s journey. A huge thank you to everyone who helped shape what comes […]
Indirock’s Impact Part 3: Opportunities for Young People
Four Years of Impact: Opening Doors for Young People In part 3 of our series celebrating Indirock’s impact as a social enterprise, we’re looking at our programme of support for vulnerable young people in Southend. This one’s especially close to our hearts. We believe that young people deserve real opportunities, not just good intentions. Our […]
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Indirock’s Impact Part 2: Reviving Our City Centre
Four Years of Impact: Bringing Energy Back to Southend Four years into bringing bouldering to Southend, we thought it was time to take stock of our impact. From day one, Indirock has always been a non-profit social enterprise, laser focussed on our three core aims: Inclusivity City centre revival Opportunities for young people In part […]
