ABS Locals Results

November 17, 2009

We are psyched to announce that our 1st ABS locals compeition was our largest comp to date. We had 68 competitors and just as many spectators to make it a packed house. This comp is also the 1st time that we stripped the entire boulder of all 100 problems to set on a blank palette. Urban Rocks setters put up 50 new problems and with several new hold sets from E-grips to challenge the competitors, everyone had to bring their A-game to place. Locals Jimmy Webb, Kaisa Pietras, Jacob Fellers, and Grant Speers all placed first in their division despite stiff competition from climbers ranging from Atlanta to Knoxville. The comp finished up with a great raffle with gear from Mountain Hardware, Native Eyeware, Klime, La Sportiva, Evolv, and Frickson. Prizes ranged from t-shirts and a pair of La Sportiva shoes to several Mountain Hardware hoodies, beanies, an awesome backpack and a pair of Native Sunglasses.

A big thanks to all of our sponsors:

The North Face, Native Eyeware, La Sportiva, Mountain Hardwear, Klime, Mountain Khakis and E-grips - Without their support this comp would not have been possible!


Youth Competition Results:

Youth D:

MEN
3rd Micheal Newell
2nd Zach Galla
1st Grant Speer

WOMEN
2nd Jenna Holland
1st Katie Lyne

Youth C:

MEN
3rd Nathan Bramlett
2nd Billy Porter
1st Ryan Lowther

WOMEN
3rd Mollie Cole
2nd Sophia Nabb
1st Melanie Meier

Youth B:

MEN
3rd Matt McDonald
2nd Thomas Pitzel
1st Jacob Wilber

WOMEN
3rd Halley Mallory
2nd Laurel Mailman
1st Carina Claussen

Youth A:

MEN
3rd Ben Vanwinkle
2nd Brady Hart
1st Jacob Fellers

WOMEN
3rd Anne Holmes
2nd Michele Fredrikson
1st Isabelle Faus

Junior:

MEN
2nd Brennan Bull
1st Andrew Minnick

WOMEN
1st Victoria Nabb

Adult Competition Results:

Intermediate:

MEN
3rd Chris Lyne --
2nd Sam Bendriem
1st Caleb Higgonbotham

WOMEN
2nd Chandler Wells
1st Holly McMullen

Advanced:

MEN
3rd Jacob Mund
2nd Jake Higgonbotham
1st Nathan Drolet

WOMEN
1st Sarah Rennich

Open:

MEN
3rd Alexander Presten
2nd Brion Voges
1st Jimmy Webb

WOMEN
1st Kaisa Pietras

Routes this week

New Routes for Sept 21 - 25

Anchors start on the left side of the top rope area with the A anchor next to the bouldering area. At the lead wall the anchor letters start over again and are then referred to as "A2" etc., with M2 being the last anchor by the beginner wall.

Turn Up the VOLUME Competition Results!

On September 17th, 2009 climbers gathered at Urban Rocks Gym to pull down in plastic paradise for a chance to win some gear and cash. This competition would not have been possible without the help from our sponsors: Evolv, Mountain Khaki, La Sportiva and BlueWater Ropes. Thanks to Evolv, 4 place winners went home with a free pair of shoes and some raffle winners left with a new chalk pot and flip flops. Mountain Khaki sent every place winner home with a special discount card. Norm at La Sportiva hooked us up with the biggest raffle prizes of the night: a free pair of Sportiva shoes and a BlueWater Rope!

And to those wondering where the comp name came from…

No, it is not because we have an affinity to Christian Slater, although he did a wonderful acting job in the hit 90’s feature film ‘Pump Up the Volume’; but it is because we received a HUGE shipment of HUGE holds! Thanks to Etch and Nicros, our boulder is chock full of volume-sized holds, features and XXL holds now!

This event was the biggest comp that Urban Rocks has hosted to date with 45 competitors and just about as many spectators watching the show. Everyone competed very well and a couple of categories even tied making the results even more exciting. Competition winners were determined by totaling the top five hardest climbs of the night. In case of a tie, the top six problems were tallied and then the top seven problems, ect. There were three categories: Men’s, Women’s and Youth. Within the Men and Women’s categories there were four divisions: Recreational, Intermediate, Advanced and Open. Below are the place winners of the competition:

YOUTH
1st - Grant Spear *

* A special congratulation goes out to Grant for not only being the only youth competitor at this comp and doing extremely well, but also because he tied Men’s Recreational for 1st place as well.

RECREATIONAL – Women’s
1st - Rachel Gilson
2nd - Summer Wofford

RECREATIONAL – Men’s
1st - Tyler Wilson
2nd - Alex Snider
3rd - Nathaniel Bankhead

INTERMEDIATE – Women’s
1st - Brooke Hadden
2nd - Chandler Wells
3rd - Bethany Sizemore

INTERMEDIATE – Men’s
1st - Andrew Bryne **
2nd - Daniel Gonser **
3rd - Tim Willison **

ADVANCED – Women’s
1st - Ashley Hamilton

ADVANCED – Men’s
1st - Jacob Fellers
2nd - Al Smith
3rd - Robby Gambrell

OPEN – Women’s
1st - Kasia Pietras

OPEN – Men’s
1st - Jimmy Webb
2nd - Brion Voges
3rd - Jeremy Walton

** Due to a miscalculation on our part, the Men's Intermediate category winners that were announced at the competition were incorrect. The appropriate changes have been made and we apologize for any inconvenience that this caused.

A big thanks goes out to all of our sponsors, the competitors and anyone else who brought this comp together!

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After School Sessions

The After-School Programs are 6 weeks long, with a one and a half hour session per week. The sessions run from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm and includes ages 5-15 years old. The program will focus on individualized attention with 1 instructor per 5 students. We believe that climbing is unmatched in building confidence, problem solving abilities, trust and physical fitness all at the same time.

The After school Program is $150 for each six weeks session and participants also receive membership privileges during the duration of the program. Parents wishing to buy a membership during the same time will receive 20% off our monthly membership price.

Sessions

Session 1 - September 14 - October 23
Session 2 - November 2 - December 11
Session 3 - January 11 - February 19

For more information about the specific activities for each age group ad days of the week that they meet please visit the After School Program link below.

Urban Rocks Gym's After School Program

Summer Bouldering Sessions

Up for some night climbing?


During the month of August we will be running a special Summer Sessions bouldering rate. Beat the heat and bugs and start training for fall! With 3,000 square feet of bouldering and over 100 problems to choose from you should be crushing strong by September!

DETAILS:

When: Weeknights
Time: 7 pm - 10 pm
Price: $10.00*

*Bouldering Only

1st Week of Summer Camp...

Our first week of Summer Camp was a great success! With the help of camp directors, Trevor Childress, Warren Hulsey and Nathan Steele all the kids had a great time challenging themselves on the ropes.

We would also like to say thanks to the kids that attended the camp - we could not have gotten a more excited group, always ready to try whatever challenge we threw at them. They all made great improvements throughout the week learning to trust the ropes, improving their climbing techniques and rappelling off our boulder.

For more information on the remaining Summer Camps visit our website or call us at 423.475.6578

Indoor Rock Climbing Summer Camp

New 3 Month Memberships

We are adding a 3 month prepaid membership to our Membership options. Details...

Adult 3 Months: $175

Student 3 Months: $155

Couples 3 Moths: $312 + $30 per child (12 and under)

1 Parent and 1 Child 3 months: $225 + $30 per additional child

Check out our website for all of our membership and day rate options

- Urban Rocks Gym Website

- Memberships and Day Rates

- Specials & Discounts

Rock Climbing for Kids

Bring your kids in for Urban Rocks Kid's Climb Time:
Kid's Climb Time is held every Tues & Thurs from 1PM - 4PM. During this time an Urban Rocks staff member will belay your child for free. Climbing Pass and Rental Gear prices still apply and climbs will be on a first come basis. Parents must remain in the gym during their children's climb time to supervise.

Learn to manage the ropes yourself:
This is a good option if you think you will be coming more than once and/or would like to spend quality time with your kids. There is a one time $15 fee for a belay class. The class takes 30 minutes and is offered during our regular hours until 8PM on weekdays and 6PM on weekends. NO reservations required.

Let an Urban Rocks staff member belay your child:
The cost is $20 for an half hour or $30 for an hour. Regular Climbing Pass & Rental Gear prices still apply.


Check out our RATES page at UrbanRocksGym.com for Climbing Pass and Rental Gear prices.


Supervised Child Care:
Child Care for climbers is now available at Urban Rocks. Let our certified staff supervise your children in a fun, safe atomosphere while you catch up with friends and climb without distraction! The upstairs lounge area will be gated off during the child care sessions and will have toys, activities & children's movies for their entertainment.

Other Things to Know...

Children under 18 MUST have an Urban Rocks Waiver signed by their PARENT. No exceptions. A copy of our waiver can be downloaded from our website. Also children under 12 are not allowed on the boulder unless given exclusive permission by Urban Rocks Management.

STEELE SENDFEST COMP RESULTS

ON May 29th, 2009, Urban Rocks Gym hosted the Steele Sendfest bouldering competition as a fundraiser for the S.C.C's purchase of cliff-line in Steele, AL. The night turned out great with competitors of all ages and abilities alongside plenty of spectators who came to show their support. All of the setters brought their "A game" and set 50 new boulder problems getting all of the competitors psyched! After the 3 hours of competing, everyone chowed down on pizza and anxiously awaited for their raffle ticket to be called. Due to the wonderful sponsorship from La Sportiva, 5.10, Chaco, Mammut and Patagonia we had 25 raffle prizes to pass out ranging from liquid chalk and headlamps to tote bags, frisbees and a free pair of Spportiva shoes!

By the end of the night, competitors and spectators helped Urban Rocks raise $500 for Steele and the S.C.C. Thanks to the most generous donations from La Sportiva, 5.10, and Chaco, all finalists went home with a FREE pair of shoes! Thanks again to everyone who came out, gave their support and helped to make this a really great competition. We look forward to seeing you all at our next event here at Urban Rocks Gym!

Below is a list of the finalists from the comp:


Youth (12 and Under)
1st - Anna Fox
2nd - Evan Fox
Teen – Women’s
1st - Chandler Wells
Teen – Men’s
1st - Jake Higginbotham
2nd - Jacob Fellers
3rd - Clint Clayton
Young Adult – Women’s
1st - Kelly Fuller
Young Adult – Men’s
1st - Lucas Kindervater
2nd - Jacob Mundy
3rd - Zachary Pyke
Adult – Women’s
1st - Hope
Adult – Men’s
1st - Jason Ruble
Master’s – Men’s
1st - Chris Erber
2nd - Ron Nance
3rd - John Fox
Open (V7+)
1st - Jeremy Walton
2nd - Kit Buckley
3rd - Ryan Carl

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Final Steele Comp Flyer

FinalSteeleComp Flyer
Originally uploaded by Urban Rocks

Climb Higher - An Adaptive Climbing Program

If you entered into Urban Rocks Gym in Chattanooga, TN within the time frame of March 16 through April 20th, you witnessed personal achievement. Rock/Creek partnered with Chaco, along with Urban Rocks Gym, Outdoor Chattanooga, and Therapeutic Recreation Services for Chattanooga Parks and Recreation, to host a program called "Climbing Higher" an adaptive climbing program for individuals with a variety of cognitive and physical disabilities in the area. The program occurred at Urban Rocks Climbing Gym, on Monday evenings, starting at 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Click on the video below to watch an evening at Urban Rocks, during a Climbing Higher Program session.

The 'Climbing Higher' Adaptive Climbing program is being held with the purpose of providing a unique outdoor opportunity for individuals with a variety of cognitive and physical disabilities to showcase what Ability is all about. The goal of the "Climbing Higher" Adaptive Climbing Program is to provide participants with an opportunity to learn basic climbing skills, provide socialization with peers, and enable them to participate in rock climbing independently in their leisure time. The First Session is designed for individuals with cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities. This three-week session will run: March 16, March 23, and March 30. The Second Session is planned for individuals with physical disabilities. This three-week session will run: April 6, April 13, and April 20."

Chris Gibson, co-owner of Urban Rocks Gym reports, "the program went very well with a turnout of about 10-12 individuals each week. During the first week, you can tell a few participants are apprehensive with climbing, and it seems by the third week, they were ready to clip themselves in and go climbing!"

This program offered the opportunity for diverse communities to unite and share their love for adventure. Rock/Creek and Chaco have a long standing relationship with community involvement. Chad Wykle from Chaco and Dawson Wheeler, co-owner of Rock/Creek, both heavily emphasize its importance.

"We had the means to be a support through money set aside from fundraisers. Each year we raise money with Rock/Creek promotions and pool the profits to give back to the community. Both Rock/Creek and Chaco were approached by Outdoor Chattanooga and Therapeutic Recreation with this unique opportunity in mind and portions of the funds were distributed toward the program's needs" Chad says.
Dawson states, "It was not a difficult decision when it came to supporting Climbing Higher. We heard about the need, and agreed on the importance of extending out to all forms of community needs."

Elaine Adams, Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator, and Jessica Crowe, Therapeutic Recreation Intern, organized the assistance of UTC Physical Therapy student volunteers. The students' qualifications aided in a safe and meaningful experience for every participant. Elaine testifies to the inspiring stories from parents and caregivers about personal achievements. "The greatest part about this program is the opportunity for our participants to do something like this. Of course the concept of climbing is about getting to the top and it's a success, but why else do you climb? It's about physical fitness, hanging out with your friends, and that part about it is huge. To have that ability to come and have fun is therapeutic in itself."

The positive experiences will not stop with this program. Every purchaser of a pair of promotional Rock/Creek Chaco sandals contributed to these programs. Rock/Creek consumers can walk with pride, knowing a portion of their purchases will undoubtedly be given back to the community.


For more information about the recreation opportunities provided by the Department of Parks and Recreation, visit https://www.chattanooga.gov/PRAC/30_255.htm

For more information about Outdoor Chattanooga, visit http://www.outdoorchattanooga.com/

View Chaco inventory in Rock/Creek stores, or online at http://www.rockcreek.com/chaco-sandals/

To see more photos from Climbing Higher, visit
http://www.flickr.com/people/rockcreek/

Summer Membership Specials

From May 1 - June 30 you will have a chance to buy a 3 Month Prepaid Summer Membership. This is a great opportunity to beat the summer heat with our fully air conditioned faciltiy and new weekly routes and boulder problems.

Details:

Students: $135
Adult: $150

1 Parent & Child: $210 (+ $45 per additional child)
Couples: $270 (+ $30 per additional family member)


All new Summer Memberships will also recieve a Rock/Creek 30% off coupon for one item of their choice!

New Special Deals at Urban Rocks!

Early Bird Special
What: Come in early, beat the crowd and reap the benefits!
When: Saturday and Sunday mornings before noon
How Much: $10 Adult Day Pass / $14 with gear
$8 Junior Day Pass / $10 with gear (12 yrs and under)


Friday Night College Night
What: Come in with a college ID and save some cash!
When: Friday nights from 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
How Much: $10 Day Pass / $12 with gear


Saturday Family Night
What: Bring yourself and anyone you consider family to save!
When: Saturday Nights from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
How Much: $10 Adult Day Pass / $14 with gear
$8 Junior Day Pass / $10 with gear

May 29th - Boulder Comp Fundraiser for SCC's Purchase of Steele, AL

As any avid South Eastern climber knows, the SCC has been raising money to purchase Steele, AL to secure public access to an undeveloped cliff line in Alabama. The SCC has passed the half way mark for funds needed for the project and has about $26,000 to go. Everyone here at Urban Rocks wants to see the SCC meet their goal so everyone gets new rock to climb!

In order to show our support, Chattanooga's Urban Rocks Gym will be hosting a bouldering comp fundraiser for the SCC's purchase of Steele.

The comp will be a Citizens Format, with divisions as follows:

Category	Description
Open	v7+
Older Adult	40+
Adult	29 -39
Young Adult	18 -28
Teen	13 - 17
Kids	12 & under

The Details

Date: Friday - May 29, 2009

Time: The Comp will run from 6pm - 9pm with awards and prizes at 9:30

Cost: $15 Entry Fee:

- $10 of your fee will be going straight to the SCC
- $ 5 will go in the pot for each category's winner!

We are planning for Mens and Womens categories in each division, but that really depends on your turnout.

So load up the car and head to the 'Nooga for a night of fun!

For those locals that have been toying with idea of a gym membership, we will be waiving our start-up fee for our recurring membership for all participants. If you have any questions about our memberships, check out our website Urban Rocks Gym or give us a call at (423) 475-6578!

EVOLV Dyno Comp Results

Ryan and Jimmy at the Evolv Dyno Comp
Originally uploaded by Urban Rocks

A big thanks goes out to everyone who came out to support Urban Rocks, Evolv and most importantly the SCC's purchase of Steele, AL! The Evolv Dyno comp raised $100 to help out the SCC with their Steele purchase.

There were 12 dynos set-up for the comp and climbers kept track of how many dynos they successfully climbed (awarding flash points for those who sent on the first go!) The results from the comp are as follows:

1st Place:	Jimmy Webb
2nd Place:	Jake Higginbotham
3rd Place:	Ryan Carl

Thanks to Evolv and Kurt Smith, 1st and 2nd places walked away with a FREE pair of Evolv climbing shoes and 3rd place walked away with a new Evolv chalk bag, flip flops and a travel mug. Congratulations to the winners!


Don't forget that the Stone Alliance Tour is coming up on May 2nd. Come check it out for a sneak peek at three of the newest climbing videos featuring climbs all around the world! Get your tickets at Urban Rocks Gym now!

Stone Alliance Film Tour

Urban Rocks Gym is proud to bring the Stone Alliance Film Tour to Chattanooga:


Three internationally celebrated filmmakers join forces to bring you some oft he best climbing action from all over the globe. Strap into your seta for an edge-of-your-seat show featuring the top climbers, the best crags and the coolest action that will get your finger itching to get out and grab some stone. Featuring segments from Masters of Stone 6, The Players, and Herakleia!

Details:

@ Urban Rocks Gym
May 2, 2009
8 pm - 10 pm
$10 (in advance)
$12 ( at the door)



2009 Stone Alliance Film Tour from Brian Solano on Vimeo.

Evolv Shoe Demo and Dyno Competition

Wednesday, April 16th 2009

Kurt Smith, everyone's beloved EVOLV rep, will be setting up a shoe demo of the latest climbing kicks. The demo will last all evening and will be followed up by an Evolv sponsored Dyno Competition. The comp will have a $5 entry fee with all proceeds going to the SCC to help with the purchase of Steele, AL. All comp prizes will be provided by Kurt and Evolv. Come show us what you've got and support a new crag!

Urban Rocks Preview - by Craig Walker

Urban Rocks from Craig Walker on Vimeo.

Now Offering Childcare for Urban Rocks Climbers!

Beginning --- April 1st, 2009


Mon. & Weds. Nights
6 pm – 7:30 pm


Members: $5
Non-members: $8

*Flat Rate: whether you child is there for 30 minutes or the whole time it is still the same price



DETAILS:

- Ages 1 – 5

- 6-child max

- Parents don’t need to make a reservation, but one must be made in order to guarantee a spot

- Parents are responsible for snacks, changing diapers and picking up their child promptly at 7:30

- Care provider will be certified in CPR and first aid

- There will be some kid’s DVDs, coloring books and activities provided, but feel free to bring amusement for them as well.

Urban Rocks Gym Comes to the Chattanooga Market

Urban Rocks Gym comes to the Chattanooga Market!

April 26th is Chattanooga Market's first opening weekend for 2009 and Urban Rocks will be there to offer free climbing to the public. We are revamping the walls design and adding all new climbing holds.

What to expect when you visit Urban Rocks at the Chattanooga market:

- Fill out a waiver (a parents signature is required if under 18 years of age)

- Harness up with the provided gear

- An Urban Rocks employee will belay you on your first climb for free

- Climbing after that is $3 for every 2 climbs

So come out and support your local farmers and businesses by stopping by the Chattanooga Market!

Urban Rocks - a new blogger

Urban Rocks Gym just joined Blogger!

Keep posted to the blog to stay up to date with the goings on at Urban Rocks.

What you can expect to see on our blog:

- News of special events and upcoming classes

- A heads up on specials on day passes and gear

- What's new with the routes and the boulder

- A gallery of photos filtered through our Flickr account

- Videos of new boulder problems to get psyched on

- Links to climbing related articles and other web content that we find interesting

- And much much more

After reviewing the suggested tips and tricks for Blogger it sounds like there are endless possibilities for the blog to keep viewers interested. Although it might be a slow process at first we hope the blog meets all of our viewers expectations!