La Sportiva World Tour
The La Sportiva UK Tour kicks off right here at The Font Wandsworth. Two days of free workshops led by some of Britain's best climbers, plus the chance to get your feet into the latest La Sportiva shoes before you buy.
Whether you're looking to improve your technique, hear from the athletes, or just try out some new rubber — this weekend is not one to miss.
Free Workshops
All workshops are free to attend. Yes really! Book your free spot below.
Friday 22 May
Dynamic Movement with Louis Parkinson Louis is one of the most respected coaches and climbers in the UK — a former GB team member, founder of Catalyst Climbing, and someone widely regarded as one of the best in the world at teaching dynamic movement. If you want to understand timing, commitment and how to make those moves click, this is the workshop for you.
Training for Climbing with Neil Gresham Described by Steve McClure as Britain's most well-known and respected climbing coach, Neil has been coaching and writing about performance climbing for over 30 years. He's climbed E11 trad, put up 8c+ sport routes in his mid-40s, and coached British junior champions. Expect practical, no-nonsense insight into training smarter and climbing better.
Saturday 23 May
Footwork with Billy Ridal Billy is one of Britain's most exciting and well-rounded climbers, a former GB team member with 8 years of international competition experience, British champion, European finalist, and World Championship semi-finalist. He's since taken that competition pedigree onto real rock, bouldering 8C and making a free ascent of The Nose on El Capitan. Come learn footwork from someone who's done it all.
Training for Climbing with Neil Gresham A second chance to get coached by one of Britain's most trusted voices in climbing performance. See Friday's description above.
Dynamic Movement with Thea Cameron Thea is a current GB Climbing Team member and La Sportiva UK athlete competing at the highest level on the international circuit. Come learn dynamic movement from one of Britain's top competition climbers.
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Footwork with Rhys Conlon Rhys is one of the most exciting young talents in British climbing, a La Sportiva UK athlete and GB team competitor who has reached European Youth Cup finals and made his debut on the senior World Cup circuit. Don't be put off by his age; this is someone at the sharp end of performance climbing. Book here →
Free Shoe Demo
Across both days you'll be able to try the latest La Sportiva climbing shoes on the wall before you commit. Get expert advice on fit and performance, and find out which shoe suits your climbing style, straight from the people who know them best.
Talks & Insights
Throughout the weekend the La Sportiva team and athletes will be sharing insights into training, performance and the gear behind it. Keep an eye on the schedule for timings.
All workshops are free. The centre is still open for normal climbing during this event. The Font's standard entry applies for the day if you wish to climb.
Spaces for workshops are limited — book early to avoid missing out.