We saw some seriously impressive strength and technique on show. Thanks James for talking us through a para-climber's perspective, and signposting your work in the space.
Thank you so much for uploading this video! My girlfriend and I got into climbing the last couple of years and we are expecting a boy that is missing his right hand. After many sad thoughts it is so inspiring to see James climbing and it gives us a lot of hope and joy!
Really great to hear you’re both loving climbing, and Nathan and I second James, hopefully your little boy loves climbing too and he’ll be burning us all off in no time. 🎉
Great video. I really enjoyed seeing James' technique with balance and different body position, as well as toe hooks to slow moves down or reduce pressure on the arms, and drop knees - essentially bringing in more technique than a climber with two hands typically would. That orange problem at the end was amazing. I'm probably going to watch this a few times and I've a friend who could benefit from ir. I found the Leeds Paraclimbing Club after watching a video on this channel.
Totally agree! James’ technique is so solid and that intuitive understanding of good climbing movement is clear to see watching him climb. Really glad it was a good watch for you, and honestly so so great to hear you found the club here on RUclips. 😊😊
I can assure you that the steep overhang at 6:05 definitely felt harder than most other V2s in that gym. Having tried it, while it looked easy with the positive holds, the holds were somewhat far apart so it's not really a easy V2 unless you're really tall or have good reach.
Great video! Love seeing how everyone finds a way to climb that suits their body and their strengths, paraclimbing definitely deserves more attention and I hope all gyms become more accessible to all climbers.
I enjoy watching paraclimbing comps, but I never thought of the fact that the different categories have different types of holds and things. Of course it makes sense, I just never thought about it! Fun video :)
Finally!!!! Yup!! In sports we risk ourselves and bodies every session, it is only natural to invigorate our adapters, they can easily be any one of us. Especially in climbing. I would hate to lose a fellow to the couch after such valiant life.
It's so cool to see paraclimbing content, I started climbing recently and I'm disabled. A lot of the classic learning tips don't always fit my disability, I feel embarrassed at the gym sometimes because I look weaker than I should be due to paralysis in my lower legs. But I realise the things I'm managing are victories every time I go and finding what works for me is going to take time. And the grades don't mean anything when it brings me so much joy Thanks for spotlighting such an awesome climber
Yees, go! Grades are for people who don't bother to define their own measure of success, and to be honest, a bit lame. If you set and reach your own goals, thats worth so much more! And do not hesitate to still project with strong, non-disabled people. Maybe ask them to imagine them doing the route in crocs, they will be in awe of you and can probably help you with shoulder/body positions! :D
@@bemde that is actually a really good idea, it can be nerve wracking to ask people to help you think outside the box for technique but putting it like that seems way less intimidating haha
Very impressive! Forgive my ignorant question, but why don't paraclimbers use prosthetics for their missing limb? Are prosthetics just not good enough yet, or are there other reasons?
Happy to contribute to this one. A lot of leg amputees will use a prosthesis as it helps with support but as there is so much pulling involved in the arms, I actually think it would be more of a hindrance than a help for me, particularly when I am used to using one hand and can still get good purchase of it:)
Good to hear James’s story and background 😊 Really inspiring to all climbers and interesting listening to him talking about his experience as being a Para climber. Thank you Hannah and Nathan :)
I am SO impressed by James’ climbing style. The balance, body positioning and toe hooks he used to adapt the beta to his body were amazing 🤩 so inspiring to see someone who is so good at finding ways to climb that suits them!
Love that. Huge respect to James! Ich really hope to see more people with different, well abilities and contitions in my local gym. Everyone would profit from it, as we can all have different skillsets, depending on our body type. Having that variety is key for a healthy community :)
As a visually impaired climber I am happy to see paraclimbing represented. For me finding the next holds is the biggest challenge. If you have to start searching where the route goes it costs a lot of energy. But climbing is a lot of fun and a good training for coordination, balance and core strength. Sadly there are almost no competitions here in Germany with classes for blind and visually impaired climbers. There simply seem to be too few of us who are interested in competitions. With no depth perception I transitioned into sport climbing, because it is really hard for me to judge how high I am in a boulder if I want to jump down. The rist of injury is just too high.
Hey Markus - Have you spoke to any of the German Paraclimbing team?
7 месяцев назад
@@JamesRudgeParaclimber I am in contact with one of the organizers of the German Masters. He gave me a lot of information regarding classification and so on. But I still got to get a hold of the paraclimbing trainer the local section of the DAV (Alpine Association) is supposed to have. Unfortunately I was sick for the last two weeks.
I’m glad you enjoyed the video with James, and interesting to hear about your experience with climbing and bouldering with a visual impairment. Hopefully greater representation overall and work like the work James is doing for inclusive climbing leads to more people with adaptive needs finding climbing and being able to participate competitively. 😊
7 месяцев назад
@@hannahmorrisbouldering I'll try to establish an inclusive climbing group at our local gym. But it will take some time. And unfortunately the building isn't really accessible because of a lot of stairs. But at least we have a paraclimbing trainer. Regarding competitions, it would be nice to have some smaller ones on the national level. But it seems like the German Masters is more or less the only national comp with classes B1-B3 and then there are only international competitions. Which sounds quite intimidating if you are just starting out, to be honest. But who doesn't like a good challenge? ;-)
Great climbs. Amazing how you read climbs for yourself and find a different way. The 'hello Brian' surprised me (I'm Brian) Personalised RUclips video. Climbing at Yonder too
Awesome video! Thanks for giving everyone the possibility to see what it's possible to do on the wall with or without arms legs etc! I'm assisting climbers at Dynamo Camp (seriousfun children'network camp in Italy) and it's a privilege to see how happy climbers are when, after thinking that they cannot climb, they do it!!!
We saw some seriously impressive strength and technique on show. Thanks James for talking us through a para-climber's perspective, and signposting your work in the space.
Thank you so much for uploading this video! My girlfriend and I got into climbing the last couple of years and we are expecting a boy that is missing his right hand. After many sad thoughts it is so inspiring to see James climbing and it gives us a lot of hope and joy!
Thats awesome! Great that you know before as well. He's going to crush 💪
Really great to hear you’re both loving climbing, and Nathan and I second James, hopefully your little boy loves climbing too and he’ll be burning us all off in no time. 🎉
Remember he can be a perfectly happy human, the hand won't change that
If it helps, my boyfriend was born with one hand too. He used to be an athlete & is the most wholesome person I know - plus loads of arm-related jokes
This was so much fun! Thank you both for having me on 😄
Our absolute pleasure! Great to try the boulders together & hopefully see you soon ☺️
Yo dude sick attempt on that blue slab doubt I could manage that balanced start.
Great video. I really enjoyed seeing James' technique with balance and different body position, as well as toe hooks to slow moves down or reduce pressure on the arms, and drop knees - essentially bringing in more technique than a climber with two hands typically would. That orange problem at the end was amazing.
I'm probably going to watch this a few times and I've a friend who could benefit from ir.
I found the Leeds Paraclimbing Club after watching a video on this channel.
Totally agree! James’ technique is so solid and that intuitive understanding of good climbing movement is clear to see watching him climb. Really glad it was a good watch for you, and honestly so so great to hear you found the club here on RUclips. 😊😊
Body positioning at its finest👍. Impressive performance and mindset in James' approach to the boulder problems ;)
I can assure you that the steep overhang at 6:05 definitely felt harder than most other V2s in that gym. Having tried it, while it looked easy with the positive holds, the holds were somewhat far apart so it's not really a easy V2 unless you're really tall or have good reach.
Such a cool video. Thank you HMB for including more para climbing, I think you are one of the only channels that does this and it is great to see
I appreciate that! Glad you enjoyed the video :)
It's not only inspiring to see how people pursue what they like despite their handicaps. I also love seeing such different approaches to bouldering :D
thank you for the video Hannah, its educational and inspiring at the same time. Great content as always. was great seeing you at the Hang!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching, and nice to see you too :)
Great video! Love seeing how everyone finds a way to climb that suits their body and their strengths, paraclimbing definitely deserves more attention and I hope all gyms become more accessible to all climbers.
I enjoy watching paraclimbing comps, but I never thought of the fact that the different categories have different types of holds and things. Of course it makes sense, I just never thought about it! Fun video :)
Wow this is eye-opening
Love to see it! Keep on crushing!
Astonishing effort on that orange comp block, I had a few goes on that and didn't get far.
It was absolutely nails! 😅
love the energy james
wow......
cannot say a word..
just ....SALUTE !
James is a legend - loved watching this
Finally!!!! Yup!! In sports we risk ourselves and bodies every session, it is only natural to invigorate our adapters, they can easily be any one of us. Especially in climbing. I would hate to lose a fellow to the couch after such valiant life.
It's so cool to see paraclimbing content, I started climbing recently and I'm disabled. A lot of the classic learning tips don't always fit my disability, I feel embarrassed at the gym sometimes because I look weaker than I should be due to paralysis in my lower legs. But I realise the things I'm managing are victories every time I go and finding what works for me is going to take time. And the grades don't mean anything when it brings me so much joy
Thanks for spotlighting such an awesome climber
Yees, go! Grades are for people who don't bother to define their own measure of success, and to be honest, a bit lame. If you set and reach your own goals, thats worth so much more! And do not hesitate to still project with strong, non-disabled people. Maybe ask them to imagine them doing the route in crocs, they will be in awe of you and can probably help you with shoulder/body positions! :D
@@bemde that is actually a really good idea, it can be nerve wracking to ask people to help you think outside the box for technique but putting it like that seems way less intimidating haha
A lot of great insight into para-climbing that I’d not known otherwise, thanks for sharing!
Glad you enjoyed it ☺️☺️
Very impressive! Forgive my ignorant question, but why don't paraclimbers use prosthetics for their missing limb? Are prosthetics just not good enough yet, or are there other reasons?
Happy to contribute to this one. A lot of leg amputees will use a prosthesis as it helps with support but as there is so much pulling involved in the arms, I actually think it would be more of a hindrance than a help for me, particularly when I am used to using one hand and can still get good purchase of it:)
@@JamesRudgeParaclimber Thanks for the answer, I appreciate it! :)
How do you tape your arm? Is the blue under the tape padding of some sort? @@JamesRudgeParaclimber
Wow this is honestly inspiring and amazing to see. What a great climber, and a great video as always!
Glad you enjoyed it! It was a fun session & nice to get to chat to James before the competition ☺️
Think I saw James at flashpoint Bristol the other day and dude was crushing it!
Most likely! Good to hear 😊
Good to hear James’s story and background 😊 Really inspiring to all climbers and interesting listening to him talking about his experience as being a Para climber. Thank you Hannah and Nathan :)
Glad you enjoyed it and enjoyed getting to know James, we’re stoked to follow his competition climbing season this year! ☺️
Fascinating insight on paraclimbing. Learned a lot from this video. Thanks to you and James!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I am SO impressed by James’ climbing style. The balance, body positioning and toe hooks he used to adapt the beta to his body were amazing 🤩 so inspiring to see someone who is so good at finding ways to climb that suits them!
Totally agree!
Way to actively seek out and challenge your weaknesses, really cool to watch!
Love that. Huge respect to James! Ich really hope to see more people with different, well abilities and contitions in my local gym. Everyone would profit from it, as we can all have different skillsets, depending on our body type. Having that variety is key for a healthy community :)
EXCUSES are not something you hear from Rudge, I can imagine the insane amount of inspiration it must be to watch him in person; such a cool dude
Just one like isn’t enough. Lot of love for this video ❤❤❤❤❤
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As a visually impaired climber I am happy to see paraclimbing represented. For me finding the next holds is the biggest challenge. If you have to start searching where the route goes it costs a lot of energy. But climbing is a lot of fun and a good training for coordination, balance and core strength. Sadly there are almost no competitions here in Germany with classes for blind and visually impaired climbers. There simply seem to be too few of us who are interested in competitions.
With no depth perception I transitioned into sport climbing, because it is really hard for me to judge how high I am in a boulder if I want to jump down. The rist of injury is just too high.
Hey Markus - Have you spoke to any of the German Paraclimbing team?
@@JamesRudgeParaclimber I am in contact with one of the organizers of the German Masters. He gave me a lot of information regarding classification and so on. But I still got to get a hold of the paraclimbing trainer the local section of the DAV (Alpine Association) is supposed to have. Unfortunately I was sick for the last two weeks.
I’m glad you enjoyed the video with James, and interesting to hear about your experience with climbing and bouldering with a visual impairment. Hopefully greater representation overall and work like the work James is doing for inclusive climbing leads to more people with adaptive needs finding climbing and being able to participate competitively. 😊
@@hannahmorrisbouldering I'll try to establish an inclusive climbing group at our local gym. But it will take some time. And unfortunately the building isn't really accessible because of a lot of stairs. But at least we have a paraclimbing trainer.
Regarding competitions, it would be nice to have some smaller ones on the national level. But it seems like the German Masters is more or less the only national comp with classes B1-B3 and then there are only international competitions. Which sounds quite intimidating if you are just starting out, to be honest. But who doesn't like a good challenge? ;-)
Was planning on going to this comp but ended up being in Sheffield. Hope you had a good time!
Great climbs. Amazing how you read climbs for yourself and find a different way. The 'hello Brian' surprised me (I'm Brian) Personalised RUclips video. Climbing at Yonder too
Allllrightt
Great video as always, been and given James a follow will enjoy seeing more of you all crushing it 👏👏👏
Awesome! Thank you!
Such a cool video! Thanks for that 🙏😊
Our pleasure!
Wow !
It was awesome to meet and chat with you at this Kendal Mountain Festival. Watching James climb throughout this event was truly inspirational.
Really nice to meet you too! :)
Its so cool to see this
Hes so good in front of the camera and great para climber.
Natural! It was great to spend a morning filming with James ☺️
Great climbing & good vibes 👌
Thank you, glad you enjoyed the session 🙌
Awesome video! Thanks for giving everyone the possibility to see what it's possible to do on the wall with or without arms legs etc! I'm assisting climbers at Dynamo Camp (seriousfun children'network camp in Italy) and it's a privilege to see how happy climbers are when, after thinking that they cannot climb, they do it!!!
Didn't match though