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Youth Series

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On 13 December, GRIP hosts a round of the national youth competition (NKBV Jeugd Series).  During this round, youth climbers aged U11-U21 will be tested on 20 competition boulders ranging from 5A/B to 7A, with NKBV judges on-site to keep score.

Schedule

  • 09:00 Check-in
  • 09:45 Briefing by the head judge
  • 10:00–13:30 Competition
  • 14:00–14:30 Award ceremony

Participation
€13.50, pay at GRIP on the day. Registration is via the NKBV website. Membership is not required, but a competition account is needed.

Register

Route setting
The competition only takes place in the West Wing. Boulders will be removed on Wednesday (10/12), and the competition boulders will be set on Thursday (11/12) and Friday (12/12). Keep in mind that there will be fewer boulders to climb during those 3 days in the West Wing.

Competition day
The West Wing is reserved for participants until 14:30. The rest of the gym remains open as usual, and the West Wing reopens to everyone after the event.

GRIP OPEN 2025

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What a fantastic day! From the packed qualification round to an unforgettable final at the Wave, the atmosphere in the gym was incredible. Every year, the level of climbing seems to rise, and this edition was no exception.

A big thank you to all the talented and passionate climbers who took part and made the day so special. We also want to thank everyone who came by to watch, cheer, and support — your energy truly made a difference. And of course, congratulations to all the finalists for delivering such an exciting show.

You can find all the photos from the event on our Facebook page.

Period Power Clinic

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On November 14th from 19:00 to 21:00, we’re hosting a special guest workshop focused on how to train effectively during the different phases of your menstrual cycle. The workshop is for women who want to better understand their bodies and tailor their training for improved performance and overall well-being. Men are welcome too, perfect if you want to learn alongside your partner.

Here’s what you can expect:
• Practical insights to adapt your training to your cycle
• Tips to recognize patterns in energy and strength
• A supportive environment to learn and share experiences with other women

The workshop costs €20. Sign up below!

Register

GRIP OPEN 8/11

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Our legendary GRIP OPEN is coming up! A huge competition open to everyone, with boulders from 6A in all styles across a variety of walls and angles. Join and experience the incredible community atmosphere and the epic final, where top 6 men and top 6 women battle it out on exciting comp-style boulders.

Details:

  • Participation: €25, including a special edition GRIP OPEN t-shirt. Pay on the day (card only)
  • Qualification (13:00–17:30): 30 boulders ranging from 6A
  • Food (16:30–19:00): Choose your food option in the sign-up if you’d like to eat with us
  • Finals (19:00–21:00): Top 6 men and top 6 women advance to the finals.
  • Prize pool: €2000

We’d love it if you sign up early so we know how many t-shirts to order.

Register

Slab Fest recap

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First-ever Slab Fest — and what an introduction it was!
We couldn’t have wished for a better debut. A massive thank you to everyone who came out and showed just how strong the love for slabs is. The energy in the gym was electric, and the commitment on the walls was next-level.

The finals brought together some of the biggest names in the Dutch climbing scene, and they did not disappoint! The top 6 men and top women battled it out on our adjustable Black Boards, all climbing the same boulders. With 1.5 hours to top as many problems as possible, it was action-packed from start to finish.

Congratulations to the winners:
Men
🥇 Paul Brand
🥈 Mattis Eisenkolb
🥉 Tijn Exalto

Women
🥇 Bibi Hamers
🥈 Amber Schiffeleers
🥉 Geke Havermans

Want to relive the day? Check out all the pictures and videos on our social media.

Slab Fest 13/9

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GRIP’s first dedicated slab competition with nothing but technical slab boulders. With the amount of slab walls at GRIP, we want to throw the biggest and best possible competition for all slab-lovers. Expect multiple styles of slabs, lots of high-end holds and volumes, and special guest route setters.

Details:

  • Date: September 13
  • Participation: €15
  • Qualification (14:00–19:30): 30 boulders ranging from 6A to 8A
  • Finals (20:00–21:00): Top 6 men and women battle it out on the Black Boards (our adjustable walls)
  • Prize pool: €2000

Spread the word and sign up now!

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New rental gear

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We’ve expanded our rental selection with even more options for your next bouldering adventure! You can now rent:

  • Three different crashpads and a top mat
  • Extendable brushes
  • Climbing shoes from various top brands

Check the table below for full details and pricing.

Ready to rent?
Call us at 024 737 0460 or drop by the gym to book your gear!

Alien Head 14 June

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Join us on June 14th from 13:00–17:00 for another round of awesome boulders and good times with the community! No need to register — just show up and try to top as many boulders as you can. With 25
problems from 5A to around 8a, there’s something for most levels.

See you there!