Physical inactivity among children is becoming one of the greatest challenges facing modern society. As a result, municipalities, schools, kindergartens, public institutions and private investors are increasingly looking for sustainable solutions that promote physical activity, motor development and healthy lifestyles.

One of the most effective investments is a climbing wall. Modern climbing walls provide children with a safe, engaging and educational environment while supporting long-term health, physical literacy and personal development.

Today, climbing has become an essential part of modern sports infrastructure and is increasingly included in the construction and renovation of schools, kindergartens, sports centres, community facilities and multi-purpose sports halls throughout Europe.

Why is climbing important from an early age?

Climbing is one of the most natural forms of human movement. Children instinctively enjoy climbing playground equipment, trees and obstacles. A professionally designed climbing wall allows them to develop these natural abilities in a safe and controlled environment.

Regular climbing helps children develop:

• balance and coordination,
• overall body strength,
• concentration,
• spatial awareness,
• self-confidence,
• perseverance and problem-solving skills.

One of the greatest advantages of climbing is that children learn through play. Every completed climbing route represents a new achievement, strengthening confidence while motivating them to continue being physically active.

Climbing walls as part of modern educational facilities

An increasing number of kindergartens, primary schools and secondary schools are integrating climbing walls into their sports and educational programmes. Climbing is an excellent addition to physical education classes, extracurricular activities and active school breaks.

Climbing walls can be installed in:

• school gymnasiums,
• multi-purpose sports halls,
• outdoor sports facilities,
• playgrounds,
• sports parks,
• recreation and community centres.

Because every project is custom designed, climbing walls can be adapted to both small and large spaces.

Low bouldering walls or high climbing walls?

The choice depends on the age of the users, educational objectives and available space.

Low (Bouldering) Climbing Walls

Bouldering walls are the ideal solution for kindergartens, primary schools, children’s sports centres and recreational facilities.

Their advantages include:

• no ropes or harnesses required,
• suitable for younger children,
• high level of safety,
• certified safety mats or impact-absorbing flooring,
• unlimited possibilities for creating climbing routes of different difficulty levels.

Children can develop confidence without fear of heights, while teachers can easily integrate climbing into physical education programmes.

High Climbing Walls

High climbing walls are designed primarily for primary and secondary schools, climbing clubs, sports centres and training facilities.

They include:

• top anchors,
• belay systems,
• certified intermediate anchor points,
• safety equipment,
• components designed in accordance with EN 12572 European Standard.

They are suitable for physical education, climbing training and competitions.

Climbing develops social and life skills

Although climbing can be an individual sport, it strongly encourages teamwork, communication and responsibility.

Through climbing, children develop:

• communication skills and respect for rules,
• responsibility towards themselves and others,
• teamwork and cooperation,
• independence,
• confidence when solving new challenges.

For this reason, many educational institutions include climbing as part of programmes that promote social development and life skills.

Safe and certified sports equipment

Safety is the highest priority when designing educational climbing facilities.

All Citywall climbing walls are designed and manufactured in accordance with the EN 12572 European Standard for both bouldering and high climbing walls.

Following installation, every climbing wall undergoes structural testing to verify safety and stability.

We use premium-quality materials suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications, ensuring excellent durability and resistance to weather conditions and intensive daily use.

Endless possibilities with climbing holds

One of the greatest advantages of a climbing wall is its flexibility.

Climbing holds can easily be:

• repositioned,
• replaced,
• rotated,
• added or removed,

allowing teachers and instructors to create completely new climbing routes whenever needed.

This enables schools to continuously adapt climbing activities to different age groups, skill levels and educational objectives without investing in new equipment.

A sustainable investment for municipalities and public projects

Installing a climbing wall is a long-term investment in educational and sports infrastructure.

Thanks to their durability, low maintenance costs and year-round usability, climbing walls are increasingly included in projects funded or supported by:

• municipalities,
• ministries,
• European Union funding programmes,
• public tenders,
• sports federations,
• public institutions,
• private investors,
• architects and construction companies.

A climbing wall adds long-term value to educational facilities while supporting healthier, more active communities.

Citywall – Over 30 Years of Experience in Climbing Wall Design and Construction

For more than three decades, Citywall has specialised in the design, engineering, manufacturing and installation of custom climbing walls throughout Slovenia and across Europe.

We provide complete turnkey solutions, including:

• concept development,
• climbing wall design,
• engineering,
• manufacturing,
• installation,
• after-sales support.

Our portfolio includes:

• climbing walls for kindergartens,
• climbing walls for primary schools,
• climbing walls for secondary schools,
• indoor climbing walls,
• outdoor climbing walls,
• bouldering walls,
• commercial climbing gyms,
• firefighter training towers,
• rescue training facilities,
• military and civil protection training structures.

Every project is individually designed according to the available space, user groups and long-term objectives of the client.

Planning a New Sports Infrastructure Project?

Whether you are planning a new kindergarten, school, sports centre, municipal facility or community project, Citywall can help you develop a safe, durable and future-proof climbing solution.

Our team works closely with municipalities, architects, educational institutions, contractors and investors to deliver climbing facilities that inspire movement, learning and healthy lifestyles for generations to come.

 

We’d be happy to discuss your ideas and help you develop the right solution for your community or organization.

📧 info@citywall.eu
📞 +386 41 953 855

 

Thanks to Tadeja from Citywall, my little sister Julija and I got an invitation to work in a small gym in Chongqing. It has been a long-time wish of mine to return to this beautiful city, where I kept coming back for the World Cup circuit from 2012 until 2018. I never really liked big cities, but Chongqing left a wonderful impression on me.

After a long journey and almost missing a few connecting flights, we finally arrived in Chongqing. We were warmly welcomed by Maxine and Eric Wu, who took us straight to our hotel. Since the Magic Lab gym was within walking distance, we went to take a quick look at it. It had a very nice energy—a good selection of holds, just the right size for a friendly atmosphere, and neighbors who feed and take care of the local cats. Of course, the cutest one ended up becoming the gym cat. We had a typical Chinese dinner downstairs after meeting the man of the house, Eric. We shared stories about our lifestyles over a few light Chinese beers and ended up chatting late into the night with some more drinks and great conversation.

I slept in late since we had no work on day two. I skipped breakfast and met Maxine and Julija in the lobby around midday. Maxine was our guide for the day, taking us to some great spots around the city. We visited some beautiful places I hadn’t seen before, and I got the feeling that China has truly grown into a great, modern place. More importantly, our guide Maxine was fantastic. She was happy to take us around, and her warm energy made the whole experience so much more interesting. The weather was also on our side, as they had been having many rainy days—a complete contrast to the weather Julija and I were used to from the World Cups years ago. Eric joined us later for the massage, and our day finished in the city center after midnight, sipping wonderful cocktail at the exact place that had left the biggest mark on my heart during my very first visit to Chongqing.

 

Friends, Climbing & Chongqing

 

Day three was a workday. We showed up late in the morning to readjust some boulders, which we later climbed on in front of a crowd. People were impressed by our climbing and listened carefully to the talk we gave together with Eric. He highlighted some of the milestones of our climbing careers, and we gave away some gifts from our sponsors, Illusion and Karpos. We also signed posters and took photos with our fans. We wrapped up the day with a traditional hot pot for dinner and went to bed to recharge.

 

The next day was my favorite. We rearranged some boulders and gave lessons to the locals. It was an incredible crowd that absorbed all of our knowledge. It was a relatively small group of climbers, and since we had enough time, I believe we managed to share almost all of our tips with every single one of them during a full day of hanging out. Later, we met up with our closest friends in our hotel room to play games, and we ended the night clubbing until 6:00 in the morning.

Luckily, we had until midnight the next day to set 11 boulders each. We filled up every empty space on the wall and set some incredible problems for the local community. We explained the movement and ideas behind the boulders in front of the camera, and gave away our last autographs and gifts to the locals.

We then had two days left to explore the nature and other sights around the city. Our hosts, whom we could by now call good friends, took us to a spot where we finally got to touch some real rock. Despite the poor weather conditions, we managed to send some sport routes up to 7c. The climbing was tough due to the high humidity, but it was still a lot of fun. Afterward, we experienced more of the local cuisine, went to a spa, and spent the entire next day shopping and eating. We received some meaningful gifts from our friends and left Chongqing with warm hearts and a difficult goodbye—even though we know we are going to see each other again soon.

 

Jernej Kruder x Citywall