RAF Bouldering Championships

On Jan 18th, 17 service personnel from RAF Odiham participated at the RAF Bouldering Champs in Swindon, competing against over 150 climbers from across the three services.

This event saw the most challenging route setting seen this year, with every individual being pushed to their climbing limits. Overcoming the competition and demonstrating their personal skill, the team from RAF Odiham did exceptionally well with podium places in three of the Men’s categories and placing in the top ten in others. Particular congratulations go to;

Flt Lt Scarlett – 2nd Masters

(Over 35)

Cpl Stock – 2nd Men’s Open (25-35)

AS1 Hall – 1st Men’s Under 25s

AS1(T) Waller – 3rd Men’s Under 25s

The fantastic showing from the club puts us in good stead for the RAF Lead Climbing Champs this May, a fantastic event that proceeds a weekend of mountaineering/ climbing in the Peak District, where we are hoping to put in a strong team at all levels of ability and be competitive for the Stn award.

The RAF Odiham Climbing Club aims to introduce RAF Odiham personnel to the challenges and excitement of indoor and outdoor rock climbing. On Tuesdays we meet at a local climbing wall to focus on development and progression of climbing skills and strength. On Thursdays we run instructional sessions on the

Odiham climbing wall specifically aimed at novices where you can learn the fundamentals of climbing in a safe environment. Ever fancied rock climbing but been too intimidated or scared by the technical requirements? Contact either Flt Lt Joshua Richardson or Cpl Sam Fillingham-Doyle and come and have a go at a worthwhile and exhilarating sport!

Ever fancied rock climbing but been too intimidated or scared by the technical requirements? Contact either Flt Lt Joshua Richardson or Cpl Sam Fillingham-Doyle and come and have a go at a worthwhile and exhilarating sport!