Rock Climbing Training Boards

The strength of your fingers, shoulders, and forearms can be greatly improved through the use of Rock Climbing training boards, which are also called campus boards. Training boards are especially useful when practicing Bouldering because this requires maximum and swift power moves.

Positioned at an angle 20 degrees at most, training boards have horizontal rails placed in a ladder-like formation. Rock climbers go up or down the training board with the use of their hands. A variety of training techniques can be used such as using the fingers alternately when climbing.

Making Training Boards
Training boards come in various forms, and different materials can be used. Training boards can be constructed in any chosen location as long as it meets the set requirements. These include standard measurements in height, width, and angle. The boards should be at least 8 - 10 feet high. The width, on the other hand, should be two feet at the minimum.

The fall zone should also be primarily considered. Hard surfaces are out of the option for fall zones. Opt for fine sand or wood chips. If you do not wish to construct your own training board, you can simply purchase it. There are training boards already available in the market. Some of these are compact, so these can be mounted anywhere you like.

Care and Maintenance
Like any other piece of Rock Climbing Equipment, training boards need proper care and maintenance. Loose bolts or support stress should be properly fixed. It is also beneficial to remove the moisture out of the structure. Mechanical dehumidifiers can be used. Training boards can make any room dusty, so rather than putting it in a living room, you might consider the basement.


Training boards are inexpensive and easy to build. Moreover, a board can be constructed inside the comforts of your own home, and you can even bring it with you when traveling. Hence, training boards are very convenient. So if you are serious in your sport, consider improving your strength as well as the condition of your body by using training boards for Rock Climbing Training.

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