Three things I wish someone had told me before starting Rock Climbing

After 11 months of Rock Climbing I want to share what I wished I'd known at the start.

First: fear of heights even indoors at first — it hits earlier and harder than the internet suggests. Budget for it practically and mentally. Second: the crash pad for bouldering you buy first will probably be wrong — ask your coach before spending money. Third: French sport grades is the foundation everything else builds on, but it looks boring from the outside. Resist the temptation to rush toward advanced mantling before the fundamentals are solid.

the outdoor climbing community is the reward for getting through all of that. It's worth it.