Years have passed since the last time I did indoor and outdoor rock climbing. Probably in my early 20s back when I still weighed less and more agile. I was confident and so proud of myself that I easily would reach the top in no time. However, times have changed. Priorities shifted. Work took over.
I never imagined I would be back, facing those mini-blocks that must be conquered some few meters above the ground.
During my trip to Manila a few months ago for the Hive PH meetup, just before my return flight to Cebu, I met with a close friend from a company I used to work for. We haven't seen each other for 2 years so I was excited to hug her once again.
I thought I was meeting her for just a sumptuous dinner. I was wrong. An hour before our meetup, she asked me if I would go indoor rock climbing with her. Although she would pay for me, I was hesitant because of my knee. So I tried to escape by saying I said I didn't bring any shorts or pants and yet she volunteered to bring one for me. In the end, I said yes.
The location? ROX BGC. I relied on my Angkas driver to take me there.
R.O.X. (Recreational Outdoor eXchange) is a famous outdoor store with many outlets all over the Philippines. They have few branches that have designated areas for climbing alone. I think the wall here was so high probably 3 stories high. I forgot to ask about the prices for the said activity and gear rentals but one can always check their social media accounts to inquire.
After a couple of giggles, hugs, and introductions, we started the inevitable...
We chose our climbing shoes which must be half an inch less than our regular size and wore our harness. Then, the friendly staff/guide showed us how to belay. He took his time and gave clear instructions. He also made sure that we will be accompanied once we do it. Safety first after all.
I and my friend started our first climb on the easiest route or as I called it the beginner's level side. It was just a warm up but it was already intense for me due to lack of exercise. Once I reached mid-way, my heart started racing again. I know I was afraid of heights but despite the assurance that I wouldn't fall, I was still scared.
Nonetheless, I manage to reach the top thanks to my supportive friend and the motivation of eating Ramen after that activity. After my death defying experience on the Viking at Sky Ranch, this should have been easy-peasy but I was so wrong. Despite it all, I had so much fun and I still conquered the wall once again. 😆
I also had the experience of belaying my friend which I did a very poor job. 😂 My mind and arms was just not in sync.
Anyways, enough said. Watch the video and see how it went. You might be inspired to try it yourself.
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Wow, it's a spectacular experience, pure adrenaline.
Greetings
Have you tried wall climbing too?
Once in my life, at a holiday camp and it was a small wall compared to the one you climbed.
It feels spectacular when you get to the top.
Wow......Your leg strength in this challenge will be
tested its not easy .We have also wall climbing and rapelling in San Remigio Beach Club @indayclara .. permero rami ang ang oi..
Omg. Ma try nga. if only alam ko lng magmotor no! Sudlunon bitaw xa,
Yes lets go...puhon....
Wao!! Someone scared of heights won't be able to do this at all. You are really doing well, I love this
In the end, I just had to conquer my fear. Once I tried reaching the top twice, I felt at ease already. Will still share part 2 so stay tuned!
Thats what we say about been able to conquere your fear, i am happy you are able to conquere that fear of yours. i will eagerly be willing to see the part two, lol. And i am sure this time, you will go far than this.
my toxic self is thinking i can do this without any fear, but when i saw the video, you trying to reach the top, I was like ugh no.. i can't do that , I am afraid of heights jud
hahahah! but i love to try this kind of adventure pud for experience lang .. how much siya claire?
I can't help but smile throughout the video! ang fun mo tignan there hahaha
RAMEN IS THE NEW MOTIVATION! congrats reaching the top! whohoo! that's our claire!
If only you knew... grabeh kurog na sa ako legs katong hapit nako sa pinaka top. huhuhuhhahahaa. but still. na realize man sad nako, nga na kaya gani namo ang vikings, kaya rajud ning wall climbing.
Congratulations for reaching the top Miss. All for the RAMEN gyud ni.😆 Dili pa kaayo ni ready ha pero biliba sa endurance. This made me remember when I attended a leadership training and had this wall climbing as an obstacle, I almost reached the top but when I looked down, my spirit left my body. I did not reach the top.🤦
Lahi ra bitaw jud tong sauna oe na bata batan.on pata. and gaan gaan pa. haha. Unlike now, health and safety is priority compared to fun. Like extra careful najud ta aning panahuna. 😂 Omg. you made me remember, when I was climbing, I never looked down and it really help!
The way you're climbing and holding onto the holds, you don't seem to have forgotten your skills.
I was holding to dear life! 😂
I never tried this po, and watching you makes me want to try it! Sana kayanin ko po.
Best to do this with fun friends! Yung hindi KJ para tawa lng ng tawa.
Waaah so fun!! My friends and I are thinking about giving it a shot too. We've tried it before, and I must admit, I found rappelling more enjoyable hahaha
I had no idea there's one in BGC, even though I live nearby! We were considering indoor wall climbing in Circuit Makati, but since this one is much closer to our home, we might give it a try soon 😍 Good thing I saw this!
Ofcourse, iba pa rin yung gravity is doing the work 😂
Lets for this too on my next visit ha!
wahahaha kala ko ito yung nasa market market na rock climbing installation.
nice clara! isa ka nang successful titan! conquered the wall!
clara d best!
POWER?! hahahaha.
dami ko ng na conquer kulang nlng....😂
kulang na lang~ ??? 😏
I thought wala na to wallclimb sa ROX still exist pala, this is awesome! women strong! 💪😍
!LUV
I forgot how enjoyable this was buti nlng ininvite ako ng friend ko.
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! help(no space) to get help on Hive. InfoThis is something I really want to try way back when I was in highschool but opportunity never gave me the chance to try.
This time I don't know if I can still try this, I gained a lot of weight now, Wala Ng exercise and Ewan if pwede pa sa mga operada hehehe
try pa rin kahit ilang meters lng maabot mo. worth it parin para ma check mo na sa bucketlist mo. 😉
Hopefully someday Maka try din Ako.
Oh, you're such a brave woman @indayclara. I can't do that, I am afraid of heights. Hats off to those who can do this gyod. Malingaw ko magtan aw per dili ko ka dare jud even before when I was at my younger age.
Afraid man jud ko og heights but we will never conquer our fear if we never try. Ayun. Laki nlng wala pa na conquer. hahahaha.
Ahahahaha. I know soon you'll conquer such fear also @indayclara. Ikaw pa.
Havent returned to wallclimbing for at least a decade now. Hahaha. We have one nearby here in Pasig. Will definitely visit it soon. Thanks to this blog for reminding me.
A decade?! Looking forward what the wall climbing gym looks like in your place.
Grabe! easy lang for you. Strong naman pala 💪
even looking at the way this is, if i was the one i will be so scared of the height and i might just want to fall of it lol. this must have been a great experience after a while
Incredible experience, I hope the past is great, I really wouldn't dare because I'm afraid of heights and I'm more reserved.