​Have you been curious to experience the thrill of a rock wall, but finding a climbing training facility or a climbing gym a challenge of its own?

The ClimbStation is a state-of-the-art indoor climbing machine that simulates the feel and challenge of climbing a real rock face. It was created by a team of engineers and its founder Kaarle Vanamo who wanted to bring the excitement and physical benefits of climbing to people of all ages and skill levels.
This unique climbing wall is equipped with an automatic rotation system that ensures climbers can safely climb to their climbing terrain without the need for a human belayer, bringing the operational cost and liability risks to their minimum. The system is also adjustable, allowing climbers to control the speed and angle of the climb, making it suitable for everyone from beginners to experienced climbers.
One of the best things about the ClimbStation is that it is highly customizable. The machine can be programmed to simulate a variety of climbing scenarios, from low-speed, easy beginner climbs to challenging overhangs and traverses. This means that you can get a full climbing workout, no matter your experience level, and in a relatively small footprint.
Another great feature of the ClimbStation is that it is highly versatile. It can be used for a variety of purposes, from individual training to group fitness classes. It can even be used for team-building exercises, making it a great option for businesses that want to encourage teamwork and communication among their employees.
Overall, the ClimbStation is an innovative and exciting way to experience the thrill of rock climbing, without the need for special equipment or access to a natural rock formation. Whether you're a seasoned climber or a beginner looking for a new challenge, the ClimbStation is worth checking out. Why not give it a try and see how high you can climb?

Continue reading what our Finnish client (City of Salo, Youth services are saying about our wall after having the wall since 2013)

"The Climbstation climbing wall has been in Steissi youth center (www.salo.fi) for almost ten years. Despite its age, it is still very popular and has many uses. Young people want to climb the wall almost every day and come back to climb the wall because of its versatility and playfulness.
Because the climbing wall offers many different challenges and varied climbing experiences, young people want to challenge themselves and their friends again and again. In connection with Steissi Youth center, there is also a classic climbing wall and a skate hall on the Tunnel side, but it sees much less use than Climbstation. Young people usually choose the Climbstation climbing wall instead of the classic climbing wall located on the skate hall area.
Young people from other, smaller facilities have also occasionally come to visit Steissi center to try out the Climbstation wall, because there is no such thing at other smaller youth facilities in Salo. 
I personally feel that the Climbstation is an essential part of the Steissi youth center, and without it, the space would immediately feel emptier."

Juho Pyörre  Youth-instructor
City of Salo, youth services
Mariankatu 12  24100 SALO 
044 778 4072  juho.pyorre@salo.fi  www.salo.fi
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​What better way to overcome isolation than by communing with nature. The physical and mental health benefits of mountain climbing are numerous, and even more so now that we're in recovery mode from COVID-19. 

Consider mountaineering and learning new skills

1. Improve yourself: Mountaineering is an incredible mental and emotional challenge. People who get into mountaineering often feel they’ve achieved something, and you know it is worth it. You feel sore and tired and will sleep better after.

2. Social aspect: Mountaineering is an inherently social sport. Whether biking, hiking, or climbing, you’ll meet new people.

3. ​See everything in a new perspective: Mountaineering takes you to places few others have been. Getting into the alpine can be a life-changing experience.

Read more about mountaineering Dr. Michael Graw's guide to the health benefits of mountaineering

​As the Covid-19 continues, it is good to test and develop new things such as the climbing surface with images. I think it's looking great. The printed climbing surface will become an option or even a new standard for all ClimbStation walls. Perfect for locations looking for attraction, thrill, and a beautiful billboard.

​Doing Research to have multiple colors or images on the climbing surface.
Just finished the installation of the first-ever made transparent climbing belt layer. This UV protected special clear and soft polymer material made in Finland.
The aluminum bars can be painted or printed at any image and this layer protects it. First tests are very promising, the feeling of the material is great although it does not have the texture as the original has. However, I think this is easier to clean as the surface is smooth.

I was fortunate to meet up with LinkedIn´s Wellness Coordinator Mr. Jun Yoshida. Here is a brief video about our meeting. Mr Jun Yoshida speaks for the importance of our six tenets: 

1. Thoughts: Set intentions. Bring caring mindfulness to words, thoughts and actions.
2. Breathing: Belly rise on inhale, sink on exhale. Conscious breathing is an act of mindfulness.
3. Hydration: If you pollute, you must dilute! Half of your body weight in oz of quality water per day.
4. Nutrition: Macronutrient ratios matter; calorie do not. Picked, Pulled, Slaughtered, or Caught. Eat food, not products!
5. Movement: You are a dynamic being. Move in all planes of motion. Be active! 6 Primal Movement Patterns: Squat, Bend, Lunge, Push, Pull and Twist.
6. Rest: Aim for 7 to 8 hours sleep per night. Take active forms of rest throughout the day.

I would like to thank Mr. Jun Yoshida for these great advices how to keep strong, enjoy and stay in good health.

I wish everyone a healthy and a joyful day!

Br, Kaarle Vanamo

Workwear company called Fristad Kansas hired us for the second time to participate at their stand and to provide climbing for their customers. Indoor climbing is a great fun and interesting activity for the audience to follow. Finnbuild exhibition is targeted for the construction and manufacturing industry and for the exhibitor it is good to have an attraction that stands out from the competition. Finnbuild 2016 exhibition was a success for both parties. Fristads Kansas and ClimbStation. Check the video below and feel the atmosphere at Finnbuild 2016.

Indoor climbing is an increasingly popular form of rock climbing performed on artificial structures that attempt to mimic the experience of outdoor rock.
The equipment, the structure of the surfaces and the usage of the equipment makes indoor climbing easier to practice:  it can be more controlled in such a setting, indoor climbing is perhaps a safer and more friendly introduction to the sport.
Therefore, it may not only be practiced by professionals. Many rock gyms are open for birthday parties and youth teams. Some of them are not even considered to be rock gyms but are seeking for smaller climbing surfaces to be integrated to their spaces.
According to a recent research 1,000 people start climbing every day. Many are inspired by a new generation of climbers, the ones pushing the sport beyond its limits, who often train indoors.
Rock climbing, thanks in large part to the modern climbing gym, has suddenly started up the human performance curve toward athletic maturity. Is that a trend? We don’t know. We do know that there’s a buzz about this great activity, and people want lifestyle facilities that are not hardcore climbing gyms or outdoor training.

We see kids climbing on walls, trees, with or without any help all the time, without even realising how big of an effort does it take to “reach peak”. When we decide to go climbing or bouldering as adults, we remember our childhood when it seemed to be so easy. Then we go to the gym or find an outdoors climbing space and realise, that it is not a piece of cake at all!

Being full-body-exercise as climbing requires a large amount of endurance and physical strength. Some people may think that climbing is all about the upper-body however the footwork itself and the strength of the lower body are as important as the usage of the upper muscle mass.

Climbing is a low impact cardio exercise, which means that it will improve your breathing and heart rate will as well, while burning over 700 calories/hour.  Do you know what is the name of the path that a climber takes in order to complete the climb is called problem in bouldering? They’re called problems. No wonder, that the tricky maneuveurs used during climbing makes the sport ideal for improving problem solving skills and creativity and while increasing the flexibility of the used muscles as well.

Since it is a complex interaction of physiological and psychological factors, several scientific studies have been made about the different benefits of climbing. Some suggest that it may decrease symptoms of ADHD, improve memory, or function as a cup of coffee. In a nutshell: it is a mental and physical exercise. It is basically a competition between you and yourself. It does not matter how big or small steps you take, you develop after each movement you’ve been through. Climbing 100 metres one day will make you go higher on the next.

Of course just like in the case of any other sport, before starting such a serious workout, you need to do the warm-up properly. You have to be prepared that you may not step to the next grade without practicing and trying for more than once. Some beginners usually make the mistake of forgetting about using their lower body. Unless you are as good as Chris Sharma don’t forget to use your legs! Climbing is dangerous enough in itself – except if you climb on Climbstation –, so better not getting any sport injuries, don’t you think?

After reading so much about the health benefits of climbing, you should be having the urge for a little bit of exercising right now. Check out the closest gyms and climbing sights to you! If you are lucky enough they also have a Climbstation! If not, we will make sure it will be there one there sooner than later!

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