New Olympic sports and where to try them in Asheville – AVL Today
The Paris 2024 Olympics will spotlight several new sports, including sport climbing, which has quickly become a favorite in Asheville. At Cultivate Climbing, you can dive into this Olympic sport with intro classes or clinics tailored for beginners, or take your skills outdoors with guided climbing adventures. Whether you’re new to the sport or looking […]
Cultivate Climbing shares opening date for bouldering gym and plans for third location – AVL Today
Cultivate Climbing has announced the opening date for its highly anticipated bouldering gym, the Foundy Bouldering Gym, which is set to open on November 1, 2024. This 13,000-square-foot facility will feature 8,000 square feet of bouldering space, along with a weight room, and a food, drink, and gear shop. In addition to this expansion, Cultivate […]
New rock climbing gym planned in Foundation Asheville warehouse will center on bouldering – Ashevegas
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New Routes: Asheville’s Original Climbing Gym Reopens with New Name and Focus on Inclusion – Blue Ridge Outdoors
Cultivate Climbing, formerly known as Climbax and Asheville’s first-ever climbing gym, has reopened with a renewed focus on inclusivity and community engagement. Since its relaunch, Cultivate has partnered with local groups such as NC BIPOC Climbers and Southeastern Queer Climbers, offering free classes, meet-ups, and discounted passes to foster a welcoming environment for everyone. These […]
The Outpost: Asheville’s newest music venue seeks permit for large permanent outdoor stage
The Outpost, Asheville’s newest outdoor music venue located on a 2.7-acre riverfront property, is seeking a permit for significant expansions, including the construction of a large permanent stage, enhanced parking, and renovations to its existing bar facilities. Co-owned by Devin deHoll of Asheville Adventure Company and Russ Keith of the Grey Eagle, The Outpost aims […]
Asheville’s original indoor climbing gym rebrands, welcomes diversity
Under new ownership, Cultivate Climbing, formerly known as Climbmax, has rebranded and is making strides to diversify Asheville’s climbing community. With a mission to break the white and male-dominated norm in the sport, Cultivate has initiated monthly meetups for queer, Black, and brown climbers, partnering with local groups like Southeastern Queer Climbers and NC BIPOC […]
Cultivate Climbing, formerly Climbmax, reopens RAD location under new name, ownership
Cultivate Climbing, formerly Climbmax Asheville, celebrated the reopening of its River Arts District location on September 10th under new ownership with updated equipment and facility upgrades. The relaunch also introduced a renewed commitment to inclusivity, aiming to create a welcoming environment for all climbers. The reopening event featured food, music, and plenty of climbing, highlighting […]