Upcoming Events
Access Fund's Climbing Advocacy Conference 2025
Catch CIC at this year’s Climbing Advocacy Conference!
While many of us will be attending the conference we will also be at the following envets:
April 4th, 1:00 - 2:00 PM - Lunch / Affinity Member Meet-Up
April 4th, 5:00 - 6:30 PM - Table at the Social Hour & Awards Ceremony*
April 5th, 12PM - Outdoor Climb, The Havens, Mt. Lemmon. The Mountain project link is here. Those interested in attending should send an email to hello@climbingincolor.org and azqcctucson@gmail.com. Participants climb at their own risk and will need to sign a waiver.
*We are looking for a couple volunteers to table at this event. If you are interested please reach out to Mike Pham, mike@climbingincolor.org or on WhatsApp!
See the full schedule and other details here.
Gym Meetup | Rocks & Ropes BIPOC Climb Night
What: Our next People of Color Climb Night will be at Rocks & Ropes
When: Saturday, April 19, 2025 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there!
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rocks & Ropes has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: Rocks & Ropes members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Where: Rocks & Ropes Gym, 330 S. Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ
Venue Info: Rocks & Ropes has top ropes, lead climbing, bouldering, and a fitness area.
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
CIC x GMG | Outdoor Climbing on Lemmon
Join CIC for an Introduction to Outdoor Climbing Trip!
On April 26th, we will meet in the morning at the parking area at Le Buzz and then head up the mountain to climb at the crag(s). All skill levels are welcome!
Granite Mountain Guides will provide instruction at the crag for those new to outdoor climbing, as well as any equipment that you may need.
Only $35/person for guided instruction and equipment rental. Please note that helmets will be required for climbing and belaying.
CIC is subsidizing the cost of the Guides for the day!
Sign-up here!
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid BIPOC Climb Night
What: A climb night for BIPOC individuals and allies!
When: Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Please see the link below if you are new to the gym! Registration is only required if you have never been to Rock Solid. Please see Admission below.
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, make sure to visit their website to fill out a waiver. If you'd like a pass to cover the cost of a day pass please reach out to us!
Returners: Rock Solid members are free and do not need to register, $21 day pass for returning users ($18 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes) If you'd like a pass to cover the cost of a day pass please reach out to us!
Where: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Shirts for sale: CIC t-shirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the gym portion of the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rocks & Ropes BIPOC Climb Night
What: Our next People of Color Climb Night will be at Rocks & Ropes
When: Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there!
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rocks & Ropes has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: Rocks & Ropes members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Where: Rocks & Ropes Gym, 330 S. Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ
Venue Info: Rocks & Ropes has top ropes, lead climbing, bouldering, and a fitness area.
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid BIPOC Climb Night
What: A climb night for BIPOC individuals and allies!
When: Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Please see the link below if you are new to the gym! Registration is only required if you have never been to Rock Solid. Please see Admission below.
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, make sure to visit their website to fill out a waiver. If you'd like a pass to cover the cost of a day pass please reach out to us!
Returners: Rock Solid members are free and do not need to register, $21 day pass for returning users ($18 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes) If you'd like a pass to cover the cost of a day pass please reach out to us!
Where: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Shirts for sale: CIC t-shirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the gym portion of the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rocks & Ropes BIPOC Climb Night
What: Our next People of Color Climb Night will be at Rocks & Ropes
When: Saturday, August 16, 2025 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there!
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rocks & Ropes has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: Rocks & Ropes members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Where: Rocks & Ropes Gym, 330 S. Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ
Venue Info: Rocks & Ropes has top ropes, lead climbing, bouldering, and a fitness area.
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid BIPOC Climb Night
What: A climb night for BIPOC individuals and allies!
When: Saturday, September 20, 2025 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Please see the link below if you are new to the gym! Registration is only required if you have never been to Rock Solid. Please see Admission below.
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, make sure to visit their website to fill out a waiver. If you'd like a pass to cover the cost of a day pass please reach out to us!
Returners: Rock Solid members are free and do not need to register, $21 day pass for returning users ($18 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes) If you'd like a pass to cover the cost of a day pass please reach out to us!
Where: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Shirts for sale: CIC t-shirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the gym portion of the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rocks & Ropes BIPOC Climb Night
What: Our next People of Color Climb Night will be at Rocks & Ropes
When: Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there!
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rocks & Ropes has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: Rocks & Ropes members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Where: Rocks & Ropes Gym, 330 S. Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ
Venue Info: Rocks & Ropes has top ropes, lead climbing, bouldering, and a fitness area.
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid BIPOC Climb Night
What: A climb night for BIPOC individuals and allies!
When: Saturday, March 15, 2025 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Please see the link below if you are new to the gym! Registration is only required if you have never been to Rock Solid. Please see Admission below.
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, make sure to visit their website to fill out a waiver. If you'd like a pass to cover the cost of a day pass please reach out to us!
Returners: Rock Solid members are free and do not need to register, $21 day pass for returning users ($18 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes) If you'd like a pass to cover the cost of a day pass please reach out to us!
Where: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Shirts for sale: CIC t-shirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the gym portion of the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rocks & Ropes BIPOC Climb Night
What: Our next People of Color Climb Night will be at Rocks & Ropes
When: Saturday, February 15, 2025 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there!
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rocks & Ropes has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: Rocks & Ropes members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Where: Rocks & Ropes Gym, 330 S. Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ
Venue Info: Rocks & Ropes has top ropes, lead climbing, bouldering, and a fitness area.
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid BIPOC Climb Night
What: A climb night for BIPOC individuals and allies!
When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Please see the link below if you are new to the gym! Registration is only required if you have never been to Rock Solid. Please see Admission below.
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, make sure to visit their website to fill out a waiver. If you'd like a pass to cover the cost of a day pass please reach out to us!
Returners: Rock Solid members are free and do not need to register, $21 day pass for returning users ($18 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes) If you'd like a pass to cover the cost of a day pass please reach out to us!
Where: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Shirts for sale: CIC t-shirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the gym portion of the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rocks & Ropes Climb Night + Gear Giveaway!
What: Our next Climb Night + Gear Giveaway will be at Rocks & Ropes with AZWCC and AZQCC!
When: Saturday, December 21, 2024 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there!
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rocks & Ropes has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: Rocks & Ropes members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Where: Rocks & Ropes Gym, 330 S. Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ
Venue Info: Rocks & Ropes has top ropes, lead climbing, bouldering, and a fitness area.
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Outdoor Trip | Red Rocks Camp + Climb
CIC is heading to Red Rocks!
Climbing in Color is headed to Red Rocks with Granite Mountain Guides!
Click the link below to read about the details and to sign up on GMG’s website:
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid BIPOC Climb Night!
What: We are doing a second climb night at the end of October at Rock Solid. Since this night is near Halloween, costumes are encouraged!
When: Friday, October 25th 2024 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: this one is informal and is not listed on RS's calendar like our usual climb nights. Registration is not required unless you are new to the gym! Please see Admission below.
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, make sure to visit their website to fill out a waiver. If you'd like a pass to cover the cost of a day pass please reach out to us!
Returners: Rock Solid members are free and do not need to register, $21 day pass for returning users ($18 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes) If you'd like a pass to cover the cost of a day pass please reach out to us!
Where: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Shirts for sale: CIC t-shirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the gym portion of the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rocks & Ropes BIPOC Climb Night!
What: Our next People of Color Climb Night will be at Rocks & Ropes
When: Saturday, October 12, 2024 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rocks & Ropes has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: Rocks & Ropes members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Where: Rocks & Ropes Gym, 330 S. Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ
Venue Info: Rocks & Ropes has top ropes, lead climbing, bouldering, and a fitness area.
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid BIPOC Climb Night!
What: Join our monthly Tucson BIPOC Climb Night at Rock Solid!
When: Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rock Solid has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $14! (Great opportunity to come try climbing if you’ve been eager)
Returners: Rock Solid members are free, $18 day pass for returning users ($16 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes)
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Address: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Pool Party and Potluck
What: A casual social event - bring a dish from your culture or any favorite dish to share! Dont forget to bring a swimsuit, sunscreen, and towel for the pool!
When: Saturday, August 24th at 1pm - 4pm
Where: Tiff Tom’s House - email hello@climbingincolor.org, DM her in the WhatsApp group, or DM our instagram to get the address. Let us know your name and how many people you are bringing in your message. There are cats at this household, just so you know.
Who: All are welcome - bring friends, family, allies!
Gym Meetup | Rocks & Ropes BIPOC Climb Night!
What: Our monthly People of Color Climb Night at Rocks & Ropes
When: Saturday, August 17, 2024 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Non-Rocks & Ropes members, click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rocks & Ropes has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: Rocks & Ropes members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Where: Rocks & Ropes Gym, 330 S. Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ
Venue Info: Rocks & Ropes has top ropes, lead climbing, bouldering, and a fitness area.
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rocks & Ropes POC Climb Night!
People of Color Climb Night!
People of Color-dedicated climb night at Rocks & Ropes!
What: Our monthly People of Color Climb Night at Rocks & Ropes
When: Saturday, Jun 22, 2024 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Non-Rocks & Ropes members, click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rocks & Ropes has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: Rocks & Ropes members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Where: Rocks & Ropes Gym, 330 S. Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ
Venue Info: Rocks & Ropes has top ropes, lead climbing, bouldering, and a fitness area.
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid POC Climb Night!
What: Join our monthly Tucson People of Color Climb Night at Rock Solid!
When: Saturday, May 18, 2024 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rock Solid has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $14! (Great opportunity to come try climbing if you’ve been eager)
Returners: Rock Solid members are free, $18 day pass for returning users ($16 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes)
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Address: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Outdoor Climbing | Mt Lemmon Half Day
Join us for Climbing in Color’s half day of outdoor climbing on Mt Lemmon with Granite Mountain Guides!
On Saturday, May 18th, we will meet in the morning at 9 am at Le Buzz on Tanque Verde Rd, at the base of Mt Lemmon, before heading up the mountain.
This half day clinic is meant to introduce new or returning climbers to outdoor rock climbing before our big climbing and camping trip to Red Rocks this November.
Granite Mountain Guides (@granitemountainguides) will provide instruction at Mt Lemmon. Space is very limited.
What: Half Day of outdoor climbing at Mt Lemmon
When: May 18, 2023 | 9am - 3pm
Where: Meet at the east side Le Buzz promptly at 9am, then drive up to Mt Lemmon
Who: Sign up for instruction on how to climb outdoors with Granite Mountain Guides! CIC is subsidizing the cost of the instructors! 😍 Sign up with the link above.
Cost: $30/person for guided instruction and equipment rental
Gym Meetup | Rocks & Ropes POC Climb Night!
People of Color Climb Night!
People of Color-dedicated climb night at Rocks & Ropes!
What: Our monthly People of Color Climb Night at Rocks & Ropes
When: Saturday, Apr 27, 2024 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Non-Rocks & Ropes members, click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rocks & Ropes has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: Rocks & Ropes members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Where: Rocks & Ropes Gym, 330 S. Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ
Venue Info: Rocks & Ropes has top ropes, lead climbing, bouldering, and a fitness area.
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Higher Ground 2024 Fundraiser
Climbing in Color is celebrating its 5th anniversary with its 3rd annual fundraiser!
This is a VIRTUAL event - anyone anywhere can join. Click on the button below to visit our Give Lively page and sign up for the challenge!
Create a profile and set a personal climbing goal for April 24 - May 25, 2024.
Share your profile with friends, family, and brands you know to raise funds to sustain Climbing in Color’s mission of getting People of Color climbing!
The top three fundraisers will get to pick from an amazing array of raffle prizes, generously donated from our sponsors. For each $50 raised by participants, one raffle entry is earned (example: $150 raised=3 raffle entries). Our raffle prizes include item such as rope, Osprey packs, chalk, gift cards and prize baskets to gear shops and bars, yoga class passes, and more!
Gym Meetup | Rocks & Ropes POC Climb Night!
What: Our monthly People of Color Climb Night at Rocks & Ropes
When: Saturday, Feb 3, 2023 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rocks & Ropes has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: Rocks & Ropes members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Venue Info: Rocks & Ropes has top ropes, lead climbing, bouldering, and a fitness area.
Address: Rocks & Ropes Gym | 330 S. Toole Ave | Tucson, AZ
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid POC Climb Night!
What: Join our monthly Tucson People of Color Climb Night at Rock Solid!
When: Saturday, Jan 20, 2024 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rock Solid has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $14! (Great opportunity to come try climbing if you’ve been eager)
Returners: Rock Solid members are free, $18 day pass for returning users ($16 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes)
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Address: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Social Event | Jingle & Mingle Potluck
Join us for our end of year potluck!
Bring a dish and friends/family. Meet Climbing in Color folks, eat good food, make new friends, plan climbing sessions together.
When: Saturday Dec 16th at 6:00-9:00pm
Where: Email hello@climbingincolor.org for address
What: A casual social event - bring a dish from your culture, or any favorite dish to share!
Who: All are welcome - bring friends, family, allies!
Gym Meetup | Rocks & Ropes POC Climb Night!
What: Our monthly People of Color Climb Night at Rocks & Ropes
When: Saturday, Dec 2, 2023 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rocks & Ropes has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: Rocks & Ropes members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Venue Info: Rocks & Ropes has top ropes, lead climbing, bouldering, and a fitness area.
Address: Rocks & Ropes Gym | 330 S. Toole Ave | Tucson, AZ
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid POC Climb Night!
What: Join our monthly Tucson People of Color Climb Night at Rock Solid! In conjunction with AZWCC, we are also hosting a gear give away with new and gently used climbing and camping gear from our generous community donors.
When: Saturday Nov 18, 2023 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rock Solid has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $14! (Great opportunity to come try climbing if you’ve been eager)
Returners: Rock Solid members are free, $18 day pass for returning users ($16 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes)
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Address: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gym Meetup | CIC + AZWCC Joint Meetup
What: Join our joint meetup with AZWCC at the BLOC! We are also hosting a gear give away with new and gently used climbing and camping gear from our generous community donors. Informal happy hour to follow.
When: Thursday Nov 2, 2023 | 6:30-8:00pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, the BLOC has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: the BLOC members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Venue Info: the BLOC is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Address: the BLOC | 8975 E Tanque Verde Rd #155 | Tucson, AZ 85749
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Outdoor Meetup | Cochise Stronghold 2023
Join us for Climbing in Color’s Outdoor Meetup at Sweet Rock!
We are so excited to see you at our yearly outdoor event! Join CIC for our outdoor climbing and camping trip in Cochise Stronghold! On Saturday October 7th, we will meet in the morning at 9 a.m. at Sweet Rock crag. All skill levels are welcome!
Granite Mountain Guides will provide instruction at Sweet Rock. Then, in the evening, we will head to our campground for more fun!
What/When/Where:
October 7th from 9am to 5 pm, climbing at Sweet Rock in Cochise Stronghold. For those interested, we will be setting up camp in the evening, once we are done climbing. There are plenty of camping spots available, and we will find one for the entire group.
Admission:
$25/person for guided instruction (includes equipment rental for those that need it). CIC is subsidizing the cost of the instructor!
Sign Up:
To sign-up for climbing, please click the link below. Space is limited, so sign-up ASAP!
Please also RSVP at the link below with the following information: names of people attending, whether you will be camping, if you’re interested in carpooling (and if you have a vehicle available), and whether you need any equipment for camping or anything else.
[Please note: ALL participants for this event will be required to wear a helmet while climbing and belaying. Let us know if you need one!]
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to hello@climbingincolor.org.
We are always open to any comments, questions, or concerns you may have going into our events and we will do our best to accommodate any requests you might have.
Thank you again for joining CIC & GMG and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid POC Climb Night!
People of Color Climb Night!
What: Join our monthly Tucson People of Color Climb Night at Rock Solid!
When: Saturday Sep 16, 2023 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rock Solid has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $14! (Great opportunity to come try climbing if you’ve been eager)
Returners: Rock Solid members are free, $18 day pass for returning users ($16 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes)
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Address: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741
Gym Meetup | Rocks & Ropes POC Climb Night!
People of Color Climb Night!
People of Color-dedicated climb night at Rocks & Ropes!
Sign up now to save your spot - limited spaces. Details below:
What: Our monthly People of Color Climb Night at Rocks & Ropes
When: Tentatively set for Saturday, Aug 19, 2023 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rocks & Ropes has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $15! (Great opportunity to come try climbing!)
Returners: Rocks & Ropes members are free, $10 day pass for returning users
Where: Rocks & Ropes Gym, 330 S. Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ
Venue Info: Rocks & Ropes has top ropes, lead climbing, bouldering, and a fitness area.
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Gear Collection & Give Away
Gear Collection & Give Away
In collaboration with AZWCC, CIimbing in Color, The Bloc, Rock Solid and Rocks & Ropes gyms, we are hosting temporary gear collection sites in Tucson.
What is a gear collection site? A place to bring new and gently used gear that is collected and given away to fellow climbers. Please clean your gear before you drop it off. There will also be disinfectant spray near each collection box.
How can you contribute? You can donate your used and new climbing shoes, chalk bags, camping equipment, clothes, tape and safe hardware. Please no harnesses, rope or helmets.
Where can I donate? Visit any one of the three rock gyms in Tucson; Rock Solid, Rocks & Ropes or the Bloc and look for our donation box and poster. We are collecting gear for the next two months (August & September 2023)
What will happen to the gear? Once all the gear is collected, Climbing in Color and AZWCC will be hosting gear give aways at their monthly meet ups throughout the month of November. You can attend in November to look over all the available gear and take what you need. Check the rock gym calendars for meet up times or visit www.climbingincolor.org or www.azwcc.org/tucson for more info.
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid POC Climb Night!
People of Color Climb Night!
What: Join our monthly Tucson People of Color Climb Night at Rock Solid!
When: Saturday Jul 15, 2023 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rock Solid has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $14! (Great opportunity to come try climbing if you’ve been eager)
Returners: Rock Solid members are free, $18 day pass for returning users ($16 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes)
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Address: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid POC Climb Night!
People of Color Climb Night!
What: Our monthly People of Color Climb Night at Rock Solid!
When: Saturday, Jun 17, 2023 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rock Solid has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $14! (Great opportunity to come try climbing if you’ve been eager)
Returners: Rock Solid members are free, $18 day pass for returning users ($16 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes)
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Address: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741
Shirts for sale: CIC tshirts and crop tops will be available for sale at the meetup :) $25-45 sliding scale.
Outdoor Climbing | Mt Lemmon Half Day
Join us for Climbing in Color’s half day of outdoor climbing on Mt Lemmon with Granite Mountain Guides!
On Saturday, June 17th, we will meet in the morning at 8 am at Le Buzz on Tanque Verde Rd, at the base of Mt Lemmon, before heading up the mountain.
This half day clinic is meant to introduce new or returning climbers to outdoor rock climbing before our big climbing trip to Cochise this October (stay tuned for details!).
Granite Mountain Guides (@granitemountainguides) will provide instruction at Mt Lemmon. Space is very limited.
What: Half Day of outdoor climbing at Mt Lemmon
When: June 17, 2023 | 8am - 2pm
Where: Meet at the east side Le Buzz promptly at 8am, then drive up to Mt Lemmon
Who: Sign up for instruction on how to climb outdoors with Granite Mountain Guides! CIC is subsidizing the cost of the instructors! 😍 Sign up with the link above.
Cost: $25/person for guided instruction and equipment rental
Gym Meetup | Rock Solid POC Climb Night!
People of Color Climb Night!
What: Join our monthly Tucson People of Color Climb Night at Rock Solid!
When: Saturday May 20, 2023 | 4:30-6:30pm
Registration: Click below to save your spot! (Choose the event date on the calendar). See you there 🤗
Admission:
New to the gym: If it’s your first time to the gym, Rock Solid has kindly offered a discounted admission and rental gear package at only $14! (Great opportunity to come try climbing if you’ve been eager)
Returners: Rock Solid members are free, $18 day pass for returning users ($16 student/military discount, $5 for rental shoes)
Venue Info: Rock Solid is mainly a bouldering gym with auto belays and a fitness area
Address: Rock Solid Climbing & Fitness | 3949 W Costco Drive | Tucson, AZ 85741