World Climbing: Why IFSC Changed Its Name?
After nearly two decades shaping the international competitive landscape of climbing, the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) has officially changed its name to World Climbing. The rebrand launched on December 10, 2025 and marks a dramatic shift in how the IFSC presents…
Understanding Bouldering Climbing Grades: How Difficult is that Route?
For both beginner and seasoned climbers, there is one question that will cross both climbers minds: How difficult is the route? the answer comes in the form of climbing grades, a system that rates the difficulty of a climbing route…
2025 IFSC World Cup Quotas: New Era for Qualifying
The International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) announced at the end of 2023 a major overhaul of the qualification system for the 2025 Climbing World Cup season. The new 2025 IFSC World Cup quotas is set to have a significant…
2024 IFSC European Championships Bouldering: France’s Avezou and Meignan Take Gold
On August 30th, the village of Villars in Switzerland hosted many talented and exceptional professional climbers for the 2024 IFSC European Championships bouldering competition. After an intense speed competition yesterday, the crowd was excited to see some more climbing as…
