Have fun climbing!

Here are a few tips to help you with some of the most common climbing techniques. Feel free to check back anytime if you’re feeling stuck on a route — a small adjustment or reminder might be all you need to unlock the next move!

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Heel Hook

What it is: Using your heel on a hold to pull yourself closer to the wall or support your body weight.

  • Place your heel firmly on the hold with your toes pointing slightly upward.
  • Engage your hamstring to actively pull with your leg, not just rest it there.
  • Use heel hooks to take weight off your arms, especially on overhangs or big volumes.
Toe Hook illustration

Toe Hook

What it is: Using the top of your foot (toe and shin area) to hook onto holds, helping stabilize your body.

  • Flex your ankle and keep your toes pointed upward for grip.
  • Engage your core and keep your body tight.
  • Adjust pressure to push or pull for balance.
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Dyno

What it is: A dynamic, explosive jump to reach far holds.

  • Set up with bent knees, arms engaged, eyes on your target.
  • Commit fully to the jump and drive with your legs and arms together.
  • Engage core, focus on the hold, and trust your movement.
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Mantle

What it is: Pressing down to push yourself up and over a hold, like getting out of a pool.

  • Shift your weight over the hold before committing to the press.
  • Push through your arms while stepping your feet up underneath you.
  • Useful for topping out or ledges.
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Edging

What it is: Using the edge of your shoe to stand on small holds.

  • Keep ankles firm, apply pressure through the shoe’s edge.
  • Use the inner or outer edge based on the move.
  • Stay stable and precise.
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Smearing

What it is: Relying on shoe friction on blank walls, especially for slabs.

  • Place shoe surface flat against the wall.
  • Keep weight centered, trust your shoes.
  • Small shifts in balance help a lot.

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