USA Climbing is excited to announce its 2026 National Championships schedule, including five events across the Elite, Para Climbing, Collegiate, and Youth Series. Within each of those series, the country’s top climbers will battle for the title of National Champion and inclusion on the 2026 National Teams. National Team athletes receive critical funding and support to represent the United States internationally, including at IFSC World Cups and World Championships. “We’re looking forward to sharing our biggest season yet with athletes and fans,” said Marc Norman, President & CEO of USA Climbing. “We’re grateful for the incredible support of our gym partners, who will host championship events across the country before we wrap up the season at USA Climbing’s own National Training Center in Salt Lake City.” 2026 Dates and Locations February 11–15 | YETI Climbing National Championships High Point Climbing and Fitness | Orlando, FL Event Resources February 28–March 1 | Para Climbing National Championships Momentum Climbing | Katy, TX Event Resources March 4–8 | National Team Trials Presented by The North Face Portland Rock Gym Beaverton | Portland, OR Event Resources May 21–24 | Collegiate National Championships Central Rock Gym | Kennesaw, GA Event Resources June 26–July 3 | Youth National Championships USA Climbing National Training Center | Salt Lake City, UT Event Resources Quotes John Wiygul, President of High Point Climbing and Fitness “We’re honored to host USA Climbing’s YETI Nationals at our brand-new facility in Orlando. This event will be an incredible opportunity to showcase our flagship gym on the national stage and put Florida on the map for competitive climbing.” Rees Williams, General Manager of Momentum Katy “The Para Climbing National Championships bring together the nation’s most inspiring and elite adaptive athletes to test their skill, strength, and determination on the wall. We’re honored to welcome competitors, routesetters, coaches, and fans from across the country for an unforgettable weekend of competition, community, and celebration of what’s possible in climbing. Join us as we cheer on these incredible athletes and showcase the spirit of inclusion, grit, and adventure that defines our sport!” Gary Rall, Owner & Founder, and Brendan Rall, Vice President, Sales of Portland Rock Gym “Portland Rock Gym is thrilled to partner with USA Climbing to bring National Team Trials to the Pacific Northwest. After hosting back-to-back Regional, Divisional, and National Youth Championships, we are proud of our proven ability to provide athletes and teams a world-class experience at our 65,000sqft Beaverton facility.” Alex Peacher, Chief Marketing Officer of Central Rock Gym “Central Rock Gym is thrilled to host the Collegiate National Championships! We are incredibly excited to welcome climbers from across the nation to CRG Kennesaw, and we look forward to a spectacular competition showcasing the talent and spirit of collegiate climbing. It’s going to be a fantastic event, and we can’t wait to share this experience with everyone.” Additional information, including spectator tickets and streaming schedules will be available closer to each event.
The 2025 USA Climbing Para Climbing National Championships kick off this weekend at Pacific Pipe in Oakland, CA! 145 registered athletes will compete for National Titles and spots on the Para Climbing National Team, with the opportunity to represent the USA at international World Cups. The Finals will stream live on Outside TV, starting at 11:00 a.m. PT on Sunday, March 2. In the booth providing commentary will be 10x Para Climbing National Champion Maureen “Mo” Beck, who has competed internationally with many of this event’s registered athletes for years. How To Watch (all times PST) Sunday, March 2 | Para Climbing National Championships 11:00 a.m. | Para Climbing Finals – LIVE on Outside TV
The Para Climbing National Championships return for 2025 and will be hosted at Touchstone Pacific Pipe in Oakland, CA, March 1-2. The top three (3) ranked athletes per gender in each category will go on to represent the U.S. as a part of the Para Climbing National Team, with the chance to compete in IFSC Para Climbing World Cups. “We’re over the moon about hosting Para Climbing Nationals at our flagship facility, Pacific Pipe, in Oakland,” said Ryan Moon, Events Coordinator + Programs Director of Touchstone Climbing. “We’re so thankful for the optimistic and refreshing energy the Para Climbing community brings to our gyms throughout the year so it’s extra special to have the opportunity to host such a monumental event on our home turf.” This will be the first Para Climbing National Championships since the International Paralympic Committee’s Governing Board approved the addition of Para Climbing to the Paralympic Sport Program for the LA28 Games, and is sure to bring fierce competition as the sport embraces its first-ever Paralympic cycle. Athlete registration will open on Monday, November 18. All event resources will become available on the Para Climbing National Championships landing page.