Our Climb Fit Academy is the performance team of the Climb Fit gyms which span 3 locations across Sydney.
Our goal is to provide youth athletes with a space to train specifically for competitions, to improve their own climbing skills, and to meet other climbers with similar mentalities and attitudes. The Academy is coordinated and coached by Tahlia Harsdorf.
If an athlete is accepted into the Academy team for 2024 they will be expected to compete for Climb Fit in any major competitions.
If your child is interested, please fill out our Expressions of Interest form.
Trials for 2025 will be in the Summer holidays
There are so many aspects to climbing. People see the mental and physical side but the community and lifestyle have played such an important part in my life. All the most important people in my life I have met at Climb Fit. I’ve been here for over 20 years! It’s like one big family.
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I was ranked top 15 in Australia from 1996 for around 10 years
Climbing is a rare, all-round compound sport that challenges mind, body and cardio fitness. “Sport is the school of life” and you grow as a person through participating. It makes you a better person in day to day life and in the long run.
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I’m a drone cinematographer
I love climbing because it keeps you fit - inside and out
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I love Biology
Climbing gives me chance to hang with friends outside in the sunshine and gets me away from my phone and laptop.
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I used to play the triangle in my school band
Climbing is the perfect combo of all the things I love - the outdoors, flexibility, composure and socialising with like minded people
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My grandparents were gypsy travellers in the UK
Love how climbing can be a mix of ages and ability - but all share the same passion
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still have my first teddy
I love all the cool new people and new friends you make being a part of the climbing community
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my taste in music is the best
Climbing for 34 + years, route setter and designer of climbing holds. Creating movement that is enjoyable and challenging really stimulates the brain and gives people and incredible natural high
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I used to be a hippie
Recently won the 2019 Tour de Corde Pumper competition. I love the crew at Climb fit - members and staff are awesome and create a great community atmosphere.
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I love baseball
Climb Fit coming to the Shire has meant I can turn an occasional pass time into a hobby.
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broke 1 toe chasing my dog up the stairs - I’ve done this twice!
I like climbing itself for the flow that comes from a well-executed climb, a moment where you can get out of yourself, and upon reaching your goal, relax and enjoy the view.
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I don’t climb the wall, the wall climbs me
Climbing has taken me to some of the most beautiful parts of the world that I would not have seen if I wasn’t a climber.
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I spent my summers in Turkey and can speak Turkish
I love how climbing can be a challenging workout where you forget you are exercising and you just have fun.
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I can talk for hours about coffee
Love the challenge of climbing, being outdoors and high exposure routes.
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joined the army at 16
I like climbing because of the balance between the physical and mental effort it takes to try really hard when you’re a bit freaked out.
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My favourite kind of movie is a disaster film - no matter how bad it is
Love climbing not just for the PUMP but also the intense focus, persistence, measurable progress and thrill factor.
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some people have kids, my boys are a “stuffed” bear and pig
Why I like Climb Fit/climbing: Climb Fit has been my second home for as long as I can remember. I'm just the kid that never left!
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I'm a writer!
Why I like Climb Fit/climbing: Fun, social, exercise all rolled into one!
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I have heterochromia (my eyes are both a different colour!)
Climbing is a fun and challenging way to stay fit mentally and physically. The friends you make in this blissful community and hard to come by anywhere else.
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When I was a young wart hoooggg (around 4) I fell off the top of a really high bed and landed straight on top of my head... that probably explains things.
Why I like Climb Fit/climbing: Climb Fit is more than just a gym, it a community. The people you meet at Climb Fit are my favourite part of the gym.
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I once had a pet duck named Peking who I raised from hatching
I enjoy being up high, climbing is just the best way to get there,
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I love reading science fiction
I like the personal challenge climbing presents and allows you to overcome
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I play guitar
There are so many aspects to climbing. People see the mental and physical side but the community and lifestyle have played such an important part in my life. All the most important people in my life I have met at Climb Fit. I’ve been here for over 20 years! It’s like one big family.
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I was ranked top 15 in Australia from 1996 for around 10 years
Love Climbing because the people are fun, wild and whacky - I feel like I fit in.
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This year I have set more meters of climbs than I have actually climbed
Climbing is a lovely way to experience the outdoors but sometimes it’s nice to train inside, and Climb Fit has a very friendly atmosphere.
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I have a PDH in Volcanology
Climbing is great because you are working out and having fun at the same time.
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I want to own my own accounting firm when I graduate
Climb Fit is a huge Community of smiles and support
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I studied for almost 9 years at uni
Climb Fit is rad because of the old school setting, good playlists, family vibe.
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I threw my all my belongings including my passport into a river in Nepal
I love Climbing because of the people, the fitness, the community spirit.
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I was in a scene for sesame street.
I love climbing for the fun and the challenge and the amazing community.
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I’ve played the flute in a performance staged on the Great Wall of China
Climbing is a rare, all-round compound sport that challenges mind, body and cardio fitness.“Sport is the school of life” and you grow as a person through participating. It makes you a better person in day to day life and in the long run.
Random fact:
I’m a drone cinematographer
Love the adventure of climbing and the community of Climb Fit.
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I’m studying to be a teacher and I am a tragic Nick Cave fan
I love the challenge (Physical and mental), the movement and that no two routes are quite the same. The community is pretty special too! I’ve met so many lovely people since I started climbing.
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I speak Spanish & French. I’ve climbed outdoors in 6 different countries.
Inspirational management staff. You couldn’t ask for a better working environment or better bosses..
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I love coffee slightly more than is considered normal
I love getting strong with my friends at Climb Fit.
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I have 2 diplomas in music
I love the adrenaline rush you get after conquering a seemingly impossible climb.The mixture of the gym, bouldering and top roping at Climb Fit lets you keep everything balanced and always gives you something to do.
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I am super allergic to peanuts
Climbing is the best way I know to quieten the mind
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I try to understand weird things - quantum mechanics is my secret obsession
I love Climbing because I am secretly a monkey in disguise.
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I really like bananas
Growing up at Climb Fit has been the best! Our community is like one big happy family. With all ages, backgrounds, goals and personalities. Come say hi!
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I have to eat Laksa once a week
I Like Climb Fit because of the community - it’s my second (maybe first) family. I love climbing because it’s an excuse to get outdoors to the mountains and eat the wraps from Altitude Cafe at Blackheath.
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I am very strong
I love Climb Fit for the social vibes and community.
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I have abseiled off a carpark
I really enjoy how dynamic climbing is. It challenges you physically and mentally; you can climb indoors and outdoors; be competitive or recreational; you can travel and build a social support group within the amazing community.
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I’m an Accredited Exercise Scientist. Personal training with Sam available at Climb Fit.
I love the atmosphere at Climb Fit. Plus it’s a great way to exercise!
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I am state sailing champion
Climb Fit is where I grew up. I started climbing at 14 years of age and was taken under the wing of the crew here. It’s a special family vibe that is rare!
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I was part of Ninja Warrior AUS Season 1
Climbing is great because I like overcoming challenges and it continuously blows my mind how capable people are at scaling things. And every step of the way is so inclusive.
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I have never moved house.
Why you love climbing/Climb Fit? I feel like I have grown a lot as a person through rock climbing. It’s been a safe place for me to push my physical and mental boundaries and also make wonderful, lasting friendships. I don’t know where I’d be without climbing or Climb Fit.
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I am a polish citizen and can speak German
