🚀 Elevate Your Climbing with World-Class Route Setting Workshops

We’re thrilled to welcome Andrian, a National Route Setter (Level 2 MAS) with years of international experience, to deliver two exclusive workshops at our gym.

Andrian has set routes across Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Dubai, working with top climbing facilities such as Camp5, Balance Climbing, and international competitions. His expertise spans from youth programs to elite competitions, with a proven track record as a Head Route Setter, Chief Setter, and Competition Climber.

🌟 Why Join These Workshops?

• Learn from the Best: Andrian has set for world-class events including the Battle of the Boulder, CRANK Lead Competitions, ASEAN Climbing Championships, and more.

• Proven Competitor Insight: As an accomplished climber himself (podium finishes in Lead and Boulder competitions), Andrian brings the dual perspective of both athlete and setter.

• Hands-On Learning: These workshops aren’t just theory. You’ll be shaping holds, testing moves, and gaining the tools to design routes that are creative, challenging, and accessible.

• Tailored Guidance: Whether you’re new to route setting or want to sharpen advanced skills, Andrian’s coaching approach ensures every participant leaves with actionable techniques.

🧗 Workshop Highlights – Foundations of Route Setting (Rope Climbing Edition at The Edge)

We’re proud to host Andrian for an intensive 2-day workshop at The Edge. This program focuses on rope route setting, giving participants the skills to design, plan, and test routes for both commercial gyms and competitions.

🌟 What You’ll Learn

Day 1 – Rope Setting Foundations

• Introduction to rope route setting & safety protocols

• Wall, hold, and volume selection

• Hands-on practice: setting easy & mid-grade rope routes

• Movement principles and route flow

• Understanding the climbing audience and setting for varied skill levels

Day 2 – Advanced Rope Setting & Forerunning

• Efficient workflows and grading awareness

• Planning sport routes: hold choice, move design, and crux placement

• Rope safety standards and tool use

• Identifying good vs. poor sport routes

• Forerunning techniques for lead and top-rope climbs

• Group testing, feedback, and refining routes for accessibility and challenge

👤 Who Should Join?

• Aspiring rope route setters building their foundation

• Experienced setters looking to refine their craft

• Gym staff & coaches expanding their skills

• Climbers curious about the process of rope route design

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