What we’re about
This is a group for anyone interested in climbing, fitness, yoga, or just hanging out with a cool group of people! All skill levels are welcome, so don't be shy. We look forward to meeting others that we can climb with, whether indoors or outdoors. We also love yoga, cycling, running, slacklining, playing games, and just having fun getting to know new people in an inclusive environment.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- QFTW Climbing Affinity SessionASCEND South Side, Pittsburgh, PA
This free climbing session is intended for those in our community who identify as QFTW (Queer, Femme, Trans, Women). All ages, abilities, members and guests are welcome to come!
Join ASCEND as we celebrate our diverse communities with Affinity Sessions — a climbing session, twice a month, dedicated to individuals who haven't always had equal access to or treatment within the sport. It's a space dedicated to intentional inclusivity, not exclusivity, and we invite you to participate and be a part of these efforts.
- *1st (BIPOC) + 3rd (QFTW) Saturday each month, 6p-8p
- Events rotate each month between South Side and Point Breeze
- Please register for session HERE.
- Rotating between BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) + QFTW (Queer, Femme, Trans, Women)
- These climbing sessions are free and are intended only for those in our community who identify with the affinity groups listed.
To learn more about our Affinity Sessions and to register, please visit ascendclimbing.com/equity.
- ASCEND Run Club (South Side)ASCEND South Side, Pittsburgh, PA
ASCEND Run Club formed in April 2017. We're a casual group of climbers who are also born to run! We meet every Monday evening near ASCEND Pittsburgh's front desk at 5:45p to mingle and warm up, and take off promptly at 6p! If you're late, you better be fast ;) Typically, everyone starts together and links with similar paces for a 3, 5, or 7 mile run around the South Side, ending back at ASCEND. But occasionally we spice things up and head to the Point, to the top of Mount Washington, or hit the trails in the South Side Park! Any and all are welcome and you do not need to be a member of ASCEND to participate. Spread the word!
In order to participate in Run Club you must register and complete the ASCEND Clubs Waiver, which is different than the ASCEND Facility Waiver. Get all the details and links at ascendclimbing.com/runclub.