SIGN UP:
Come down to Pavilion Park on Saturday morning prior to your heat and sign up in-person at the Hive tent, next to the bouldering wall.
Registration opens at 9 AM — once Heat 1 fills up, you’ll be slotted into Heat 2. Registration closes at 12PM and heat 2 finishes at 1:30PM sharp.
Max competitors per heat: 30 (across all categories M/F/NB)
All climbers will be expected to read and sign a special event waiver at the time of registration.
Climbers younger than 19 should arrive with their parent or legal guardian in order to complete the Youth Acknowledgement of Risk And Responsibility and Informed Consent. Otherwise, the parent or legal guardian may read, print and sign the Youth AoR to send with their child, available below.
QUALIFIERS:
Qualifiers will run in two heats — 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM — so competitors can enjoy shorter waits and more chances to send.
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Format: A lineup of numbered dynos, each increasing in difficulty based on various factors—distance, style, hold types, and technique.
You get 3 attempts per dyno.
Your top 5 scores make up your total for the round.
FINALS:
The top 6 competitors from each category (M/F/NB) will move on to Finals.
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Didn’t make the cut? Come back and join the hype squad! Finalists will battle it out in front of a roaring crowd.
SIGN UP:
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Swing by Pavilion Park Sunday morning and sign up at the Hive tent near the bouldering wall. First come, first served — Heat 1 will fill fast!
Max competitors per heat: 30 (across all age categories)
Last call to register is 12:00 PM
Climbers should arrive with their parent or legal guardian in order to read and sign the Youth Acknowledgement of Risk And Responsibility and Informed Consent. Otherwise, the parent or legal guardian may read, print and sign the Youth AoR to send with their child, available here.
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QUALIFIERS:
Kids will face a series of dynos increasing in difficulty, with 3 attempts per dyno.
Top 5 scores count toward their total.Â
FINALS:
The top 6 dyno-ers in each age group will move on to Finals!
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Whether they’re competing or spectating, kids will get a full day of challenge and celebration.
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Prizes include Hive youth program passes, gear giveaways, and loads of community kudos.
We’ll also have some fun mini-comps and crowd prizes to keep the energy high.
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The Climb Academy is getting ready to host an exciting lineup of events throughout the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) area.
Get tips from world class athletes at our free educational seminars, get hands-on with Arc'teryx products at our ReBIRDâ„¢ booth and visit our event partners at the vendor village. Check out the complete schedule below.
Parking is very limited near Pavilion Park so we highly encourage you to ride your bicycle or walk to the evening events. OurSquamish will be onsite offering free bike valet.
All events take place at a variety of locations around Squamish at varying times. Please ensure you're noting the location of the event you're planning on attending and give yourself enough time to move between events.
We will have a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage options available for sale during the events onsite at Pavilion Park including Backcountry Brewing, Strait & Narrow Cocktails, Cinco Drink Co., Hard 't', Athletic Brewing and more. Please, drink responsibly.
Pavilion Park becomes a lively downtown vendor village all Academy weekend, filled with community partner activations, games, live music, youth climbing opportunities and more.
Come visit the Arc'teryx ReBIRD booth, the Arc'teryx footwear booth and connect with partners such as Petzl, Edelrid, C.A.M.P. and many more.
Yoga In The Park is led by Annie Martinello, a seasoned yoga therapist with 23 years of experience.
These classes will be tailored to meet the diverse needs of climbers and runners alike, expect a blend of flowing sequences, gentle somatic yoga movements, and restorative yin yoga postures.
Embrace mindfulness through breath connection throughout the class, beginning with a grounding moment to centre and check in. Ending with a blissful 5-minute savasana for deep relaxation and rejuvenation.
Through ReBIRDâ„¢, we service, care for, and give our gear multiple lives, so performance stays at its peak beyond a single adventure, season, or individual.
Visit our new Arc’teryx ReBIRD™ booth to learn more on how we keep great gear in the outdoors and out of landfills.
Shop our exclusive RESALE collection and talk to our experts who will be on site to repair and service your gear.
Step into obsessive design and comfort at our footwear booth, where every step is a statement.
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From sleek and technical designs to unparalleled support, discover the perfect pair of Arc’teryx shoes to elevate your next mission.
Check out our new line of shoes at our footwear booth and have the chance to win a free pair!
The Squamish Access Society (SAS) is a volunteer-driven non-profit that protects and promotes access to climbing in Sḵwx̱wú7mesh.
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They collaborate with the District of Squamish, BC Parks, land managers, and the local community to keep trails open, anchors safe, and crags respected. From replacing bolts to distributing wag bags, SAS champions sustainable climbing and land stewardship. They also organize community events, advocate for climbers, and build connections across amongst climbers in the Sea to Sky.
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Learn more or become a member to support Squamish climbing!
Join SLCC Ambassadors from the Squamish Nation for a 1 hour guided stewardship walk.
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Cultural ambassadors working at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre, are passionate about sharing stories and song with those around them.
On this walk, you will hear stories and songs as they share the history of the land and how we can all be stewards of the land we all recreate on.
Join us at Pavilion Park for a live recording of The Enormocast with Matilda Söderlund, hosted by Chris Kalous—a well-known podcaster, climber, and musician from Carbondale, Colorado.
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Over the past decade-plus, his show "The Enormocast" has featured deep and engaging interviews with most of the biggest names in climbing (as well as misfits, dirtbags, and fringe-dwellers) with millions of downloads.
Chris sits down for a live show with Matilda Söderlund, to hear what she has been up to and any climbs she has on her hit list while in Canada. A 2025 addition to our Arc'teryx athlete family, Matilda hails from Sweden and has become the only Swedish woman, so far, to climb 9a.
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Learn more about Matilda, her very own climbing gym and how she's inspired more women to get into climbing!
Bring the kiddos to Pavilion Park for a fun-filled afternoon of climbing and crafts.
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Whether they're new to bouldering or already scaling walls, this is a chance for young climbers to try out the wall, get messy with tie-dye, and turn into their favourite animal with face paint.
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This event is open to all and free to join — just show up and let the fun begin! Climbing will be set at a beginner to intermediate challenge level.
Our kid-friendly bouldering wall is open and staffed. Harnesses? Not needed. Stoked energy? Absolutely. Limited supervision on-site, parents must remain present and available.
Young climbers should arrive with their parent or legal guardian, in order to complete the Youth Acknowledgement of Risk And Responsibility and Informed Consent. Parents sending their youth with another responsible adult may read, print and sign the Youth AoR to send with their child, linked below.
Join the Climb On team as they explore the techniques and tools designed to equip climbers with advanced rappelling techniques for scenarios involving retrievable single-rope descents, blocked rope systems, and efficient rope retrieval.
Participants will learn to manage full-length rappels using taglines and explore solutions for real-world challenges such as rope damage, length limitations, and complex anchor setups.
Alannah Yip and Will Gadd are at the POW Canada booth to share stories about memorable climbs, finding resilience in the mountains, and what it means to Protect Our Winters all year round.
Protect Our Winters Canada brings a fresh and non-partisan voice to the climate movement.
Our mission is to unite and mobilize outdoor enthusiasts, athletes, brands, resorts and businesses to protect the places and experiences we love. Our ambition is to become one of the most influential voices for climate in Canada.
The Hive’s Dyno Comp is back for 2025!
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Join us at Pavilion Park for dynamic climbing, high-flying finals, and a whole lot of community energy.
Registration is open from 9AM-12PM. Finals are 4–6 PM then awards 6–6:30 PM. Spectators are not only welcome but highly encouraged!
SIGN UP:
Come down to Pavilion Park on Saturday morning prior to your heat and sign up in-person at the Hive tent, next to the bouldering wall.
Registration opens at 9 AM — once Heat 1 fills up, you’ll be slotted into Heat 2. Registration closes at 12PM and heat 2 finishes at 1:30PM sharp.
Max competitors per heat: 30 (across all categories M/F/NB)
All climbers will be expected to read and sign a special event waiver at the time of registration.
Climbers younger than 19 should arrive with their parent or legal guardian in order to complete the Youth Acknowledgement of Risk And Responsibility and Informed Consent. Otherwise, the parent or legal guardian may read, print and sign the Youth AoR to send with their child, available below.
QUALIFIERS:
Qualifiers will run in two heats — 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM — so competitors can enjoy shorter waits and more chances to send.
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Format: A lineup of numbered dynos, each increasing in difficulty based on various factors—distance, style, hold types, and technique.
You get 3 attempts per dyno.
Your top 5 scores make up your total for the round.
FINALS:
The top 6 competitors from each category (M/F/NB) will move on to Finals.
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Didn’t make the cut? Come back and join the hype squad! Finalists will battle it out in front of a roaring crowd.
Join us at Pavilion Park for a live recording of The Enormocast with Arc'teryx athletes Vikki Weldon and Emilie Pellerin, hosted by Chris Kalous—a well-known podcaster, climber, and musician from Carbondale, Colorado.
A Canadian double header - these two have pushed the boundaries of climbing for years and are not stopping anytime soon.
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Dive into the passions and pursuits that have helped them with an incredible list of achievements including their push to complete the ACMG Rock Guide Certifications right after this year's Academy.
Learn the basics of using nutrition to optimize your performance during a day at the crag with sports dietitian, Amity Warme.
We will break down the primary function of each macronutrient, the role each plays on a day of climbing, and how to strategize the type and timing of food intake to fuel your body and feel your best!
In support of Pride Squamish, Project Pride and all of the amazing effort they put into local events and advocacy for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, come hang out with the community for a happy hour social.
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Friends and allies welcome to the family and dog friendly patio. Mingle, connect and learn more about the resources available in the Sea to Sky.
This hike is open to non-binary, gender non-conforming, trans masculine, trans feminine folks and all other non-cis folks.
Join Mountain Mentors for a moderate hike starting at the top of the Sea to Sky Gondola, led by Mountain Mentor board member Rain Scott, who is trans masculine and non-binary.
We will ride up the Sea to Sky gondola together and meander along the Sky Pilot Valley Trail as one group, at the speed of the slowest people. This 10km hike will take 3-4 hours plus a lunch break. A pass to ride the gondola up and down is included in your registration.
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Bring water, lunch, clothes for the weather, and sturdy runners or boots.
Mountain Mentors’ vision is backcountry spaces where everyone belongs and feels safe.
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We offer 1:1 mentorships in hiking, climbing, back country skiing and split boarding. Our core programming is open to all marginalized genders.
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Historically, most people who have participated in Mountain Mentors programs have been cis women. We are in the process of actively making changes in our organization so that more trans and non-binary folks feel safe and welcome to apply as mentors and mentees.
This hike is led by one of Mountain Mentor’s board members, Rain Scott, who is trans masculine and non-binary. Other trans and non-binary folks who have been mentors or mentees with Mountain Mentors will be co-leading with them.
It’s the kids’ turn to fly!
Our first-ever Hive Youth Dyno Comp kicks off Sunday with dynamic challenges tailored to younger climbers.
Expect the same stoke, same wall, and same format — just scaled for the next generation.
Registration opens at 10:00AM.
The Dyno Comp starts at 1:30PM and goes until 3:30PM, with awards starting at 3:45 PM.
Family, friends, and fans are welcome to cheer on the next wave of dyno stars!
SIGN UP:
Swing by Pavilion Park Sunday morning and sign up at the Hive tent near the bouldering wall. First come, first served — Heat 1 will fill fast!
Max competitors per heat: 30 (across all age categories)
Last call to register is 1:30PM
Climbers should arrive with their parent or legal guardian in order to read and sign the Youth Acknowledgement of Risk And Responsibility and Informed Consent. Otherwise, the parent or legal guardian may read, print and sign the Youth AoR to send with their child, available here:
QUALIFIERS:
Kids will face a series of dynos increasing in difficulty, with 3 attempts per dyno.
Top 5 scores count toward their total.Â
FINALS:
The top 6 dyno-ers in each age group will move on to Finals!
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Whether they’re competing or spectating, kids will get a full day of challenge and celebration.
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Prizes include Hive youth program passes, gear giveaways, and loads of community kudos.
We’ll also have some fun mini-comps and crowd prizes to keep the energy high.
 What does it mean to climb with history on your back?
Assyrian climber and community organizer, Shara Zaia, shares a live reading from Sharp Edges, a poetic documentary exploring identity, mental health, and resilience in the Assyrian diaspora through the lens of climbing.
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From navigating racism and erasure to finding resilience on the wall, this conversation will explore how movement and storytelling can be both a form of resistance and restoration.
Come ready for storytelling, discussion, and reflection on what it means to hold space for complexity.
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Leave with new connections and perspectives, as well as a limited edition signed film poster from Shara Zaia.
Take a deep dive into the art of climbing shoe performance with Nathan Hoette from SCARPA.
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Explore the intricacies of foot mechanics, material selection, and the unique shaping that goes into building the highest performing climbing shoes on the planet.
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Learn how shoe performance translates to more precise footwork and more efficient climbing.
Unlock the secrets to increased contact on a variety of footholds
