The Future of Climbing

2025

With the rise in the number of private climbing gyms and climbing’s inclusion in the Olympics, this rapidly changing sport now faces a truly unique dilemma: the increase in popularity of indoor climbing gyms alongside the current threat of closures for outdoor climbing areas all over the world. Starring Cédric Lachat, this documentary film explores the evolution of climbing and the legacy left for future generations.

Country

France

Awards

Best Climbing Films

The biggest challenges in climbing today aren’t the actual routes, but problems associated with its exponential growth at fragile crags outdoors. With his usual verve Lachat explores these increasingly pressing problems, and while no clear answers are provided, this is a thought-provoking film, ideal for both newcomers and experienced climbers alike.