The 2025 IFSC Asian Youth Championship Concludes Successfully

From August 20 to 24, the 2025 IFSC Asian Youth Championship was held at the Guizhou Caihu International Climbing Center in Guanshanhu District, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province. A total of 211 young climbers from 14 countries and regions, including China, Japan, South Korea, and Indonesia, competed in three disciplines—bouldering, lead, and speed—across the U17 and U19 categories. They showcased the passion and beauty of climbing with strength and skill.

Opening Ceremony

Photo by Yang Yimin

As an A-level event officially certified by the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) Asian Council, this competition represents the highest level and most authoritative youth climbing competition in Asia. It also marks another top-tier international climbing event hosted by Guizhou, following the 2024 World Youth Climbing Championship.

Group Photo of Athletes

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Known as a "karst climbing paradise," Guizhou combines its abundant natural rock wall resources with professional facilities, making it a dream destination for climbing enthusiasts worldwide.

Competition Scene

Photo by Wen Yilin

The competition venue was designed in harmony with both the city and nature, with the climbing walls blending seamlessly into the surrounding modern architecture. This created an ecological sports landscape where "the rock walls are nestled in the park, and the park is nestled in the city." The routes were built using world-class wall construction technology, certified by the IFSC and integrating the best practices from both domestic and international experts. They not only replicated the challenges of Olympic-level competitions but also ensured safety for training purposes.

Competition Scene

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Follow the event to Guizhou. Alongside this competition, the organizers curated a series of activities combining sports, culture, and tourism, offering athletes and spectators an immersive and refreshing city experience.

Competition Scene

Photo by Yang Yimin

With the conclusion of the event, Guizhou's international profile in climbing continues to grow. From the challenges of natural rock formations to the precision of artificial wall competitions, and from the rise of local talents to the gathering of global athletes, Guizhou is leveraging sport climbing as a bridge to showcase the unique charm and boundless potential of China's "Mountain Park Province" to the world. (Author: Wen Yilin)