Rock climbing is a physically and mentally demanding sport, one that often tests a climber's strength, endurance, agility and balance along with mental control. It can be a dangerous activity and knowledge of proper climbing techniques and usage of specialised climbing equipment is crucial for the safe completion of routes. Because of the wide range and variety of rock formations around the world, rock climbing has been separated into several different styles.
Most climbers choose to wear specialized rubber climbing shoes which are often of a smaller size and basic protective equipment is a climbing rope. Some climbers choose to wear a specialized climbing helmet to protect them from falling rocks.
Rock climbing is an activity in which participants climb up, down or across natural rock formations and artificial rock walls. The goal is to reach to the endpoint of a usually pre-defined route without falling