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"Before this weekend, I never thought about participating in outdoor rock climbing. After my injury I always worried about hurting myself worse, so having a team of people who understand that and still accommodated me all the way from start to finish. You allowed me to accomplish something I really didn’t think was possible for myself. "This event got me out of my house and into the world even if only for weekend it meant the world to me and my family. "Thank you for everything this weekend, and thank you for helping instill that confidence I was searching for." -First time participant What an incredible weekend at our annual 9/11 Memorial Climb with veterans with service-related disabilities. Several veterans with service-related disabilities climbed outdoors for the first time, and everyone made it to the top of the wall multiple times! And the connection continued after the climbing ended—with dinner together, conversations around the campfire, and some well-earned time in the cold plunge and hot tub. Thank you to Move United and Muir Valley for their continued support of this event! Huge shout out to @andreawoodphotographer for always capturing such amazing photos!

Registration is open! Join us December 5–6 in Raleigh, NC for the 5th Annual Southeast Paraclimbing Competition & Training Camp. This two-day event is a chance to compete, build your skills, and connect with the adaptive climbing community in a fun, supportive environment. 📍 Raleigh, NC 📅 December 5–6, 2026 Register today at the link in our bio or visit our special events page at CatalystSports.org!

Spots are still available for our annual Veterans 9/11 Memorial Climb! Join us September 11–13 at Red River Gorge, KY for a weekend of outdoor climbing, community, and challenge with fellow veterans with physical disabilities. 🧗 Climbing gear provided 🏡 Accessible lodging included 🍽️ All meals provided 🙌 No prior climbing experience required Come be part of one of the longest-running Catalyst Sports' traditions! 👉 Register today at the link in our bio! Or visit www.CatalystSports.org/special-events #moveunitedwarfighter #adaptivesports

Adaptive youth programs are coming to Atlanta this summer! ☀️ Catalyst Sports is offering two FREE 4-week Saturday programs for youth ages 6–18 with physical disabilities. Participants will have the opportunity to build their cycling and climbing skills with all adaptive equipment provided and trained volunteers supporting them every step of the way. 🧗 Youth Climbing Program August 8, 15, 22, 29 10:00 AM–12:00 PM Central Rock Gym - Atlanta (@crg.atlanta) 🚲 Youth Cycling Program July 11, 18, 25, August 1 10:00 AM–12:00 PM 4342 Floyd Rd, Mableton, GA Find more details and register below: www.catalystsports.org/atlanta Questions? Contact macey@catalystsports.org

Every athlete deserves the freedom to choose their own path. Climbing. Cycling. Hiking. Paddling. Skiing. A recurring monthly gift helps keep adaptive sports opportunities growing across Catalyst Sports chapters. 🔗 Link in bio #CatalystSports #AdaptiveSports #Accessibility #OutdoorAdventure

Every parent deserves the opportunity to see their child reach new heights. These photos were taken at one of our first adaptive climbing clinics in 2013, and they still bring tears to our eyes. The pride on this parent’s face. The confidence on this athlete’s face. The moment they realized what was possible. That’s what Catalyst Sports is all about. Become a Catalyst Champion and help more athletes and families experience moments like these through adaptive sports. Link in bio.

We’re looking for volunteers! Catalyst Sports Atlanta is growing, and we’re looking for volunteers to help keep adaptive adventure accessible across our local programs. We currently need volunteers for: 🚴 Adaptive Cycling 🚵 Adaptive Mountain Biking 🛶 Adaptive Kayaking 🧗 Adaptive Climbing You do not need to be an expert athlete to get involved. We’re looking for people who are dependable, encouraging, and excited to help create inclusive outdoor experiences for people with physical disabilities. Volunteers help with everything from program setup and gear support to athlete assistance, encouragement, and creating a welcoming community at each event. If you love the outdoors, believe adventure should be accessible to everyone, and want to be part of a fun, mission-driven team, we’d love to have you join us. 👉 Interested in volunteering with the Atlanta chapter? Email macey@catalystsports.org or visit catalystsports.org/volunteer! Help us spread the word — tag someone who would make a great Catalyst Sports volunteer!

ENDS TONIGHT - This is your last chance to shop limited edition Catalyst apparel. Once it's over, it's gone! (Like, forever) 40% of every sale goes back to support our mission and the adaptive climbing, biking, and paddling opportunities we get to create. If you’ve been meaning to grab one, now’s the time. Shop the sale: https://illuminecollect.com/collections/catalyst-sports Ends Monday June 8th.

Rock L8 Outdoor Climb with the Red River Gorge Climbers Coalition 🧗‍♀️ Catalyst Sports (@catalyst_sports_louisville)and the @rrgcc are teaming to bring you a FREE outdoor climbing day at the Red River Gorge designed for adaptive climbers! 🙌 👇 Here's what you need to know: 📅 When: Saturday, June 13th, 10am-4pm. 📍 Where: The beautiful Red River Gorge, Kentucky! 🚐 Transportation from Louisville and Lexington will be provided by the @redrivergorgeshuttle – more details in the signup form! 🔗 Pre-register to participate and volunteer with the link in our bio!

Our Catalyst Sports Climbing Team showed up in a big way at the Paraclimbing World Cup in Salt Lake City this past month. 💥 We’re incredibly proud of how this team represented Catalyst Sports both on and off the wall. Here’s how our athletes finished: 🥈 Brayden Butler — 2nd, Men’s RP2 🥉 Ian Gleason — 3rd, Men’s RP3 • Gina Applebee — T-4th, Women’s B1 • Hannah Zook — 4th, Women’s RP1 • Jackie Stewart — 5th, Women’s RP1 • Natalie Sullivan — 8th, Women’s RP1 • Connor King — 16th, Men’s RP1 Big shoutout to @worldclimbingpara for hosting such an amazing event we can't wait for the next one! Photo Credits: @calebtimmermanphoto

Thanks to Misty Mountain, our Challenge for Access comes with a little extra motivation this year… 👀 Everyone who registers for Challenge for Access Atlanta and DC will be entered into a drawing for a free harness gift certificate from Misty Mountain! Challenge for Access is a one-day climbing and fundraising challenge supporting adaptive sports and outdoor adventure for people with physical disabilities. Form a team or climb solo Choose your goal: 5, 10, 20, or 50 routes in 3 hours Raise support + climb for access 📍 Atlanta – June 6 @ @crg.atlanta 📍 DC – June 28 @sportrock Alexandria Adventure belongs to everyone. Come be part of it! Register at the links in our bio!

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