Salt Lake City will host the inaugural event of the World Climbing Para Series from May 15-16 at Momentum Indoor Climbing Fort Union. This event, featuring top adaptive climbing talent, is part of a series previously known as the IFSC Para Climbing World Cup. Emily Seelenfreund, a recent gold medalist from the Para Climbing World Championships, highlighted the excitement of competing before a local crowd. Details about this year's series remain limited, but last year's event included stops in Innsbruck and Laval. Competitors will be categorized by numbered sports classes based on their disabilities.

By the Numbers
  • The World Climbing Para Series opens in Salt Lake City on May 15-16.
  • Emily Seelenfreund won gold at the Para Climbing World Championships in Seoul in 2022.
State of Play
  • This is the second consecutive year Salt Lake City is the opening city for the series.
  • The series features various sports classes for adaptive climbers, including visual impairment and amputee categories.
What's Next

The live stream of the Salt Lake City event will be available on World Climbing's YouTube channel, potentially expanding audience engagement and participation. Future events in the series are likely to build on the momentum generated in Salt Lake City, possibly leading to increased visibility for adaptive sports.

Bottom Line

The World Climbing Para Series represents a significant step forward in promoting adaptive sports, highlighting the talents of climbers with disabilities. The event not only showcases exceptional athletes but also strengthens community support for inclusivity in sports.