Special Event: Kilter Cup @ FA Block 37!

We’re meeting up at First Ascent Block 37 for a very special edition of our meetup: the Kilter Cup!

This month’s event is being held in memory of beloved community member, Bryan Nguyen. It’s a chance to come together in Bryan’s spirit—sharing challenge, connection, and joy through climbing. All proceeds will go to Bryan’s family to support them during this difficult time.

We’ll be taking part in the monthly Block Kilter Competition, with divisions for all skill levels:

Divisions:
Intermediate: V0–V5
Open: V6+

Qualifications:

• 3 climbs per competitor
• 2 minutes and 3 attempts per climb
• Difficulty increases with each climb
• Climbing order determined at random
• Climbers can watch others during qualifications

Finals:

• Top 5 climbers from each division advance
• 2 minutes per climb, NO attempt limit
• Climbers held in isolation before their turn
• Climbing order based on qualification results
• Prizes for top 3 finishers!

Skill level:
All climbers are welcome! We do recommend a baseline of about a V3 flash level for the best competition experience.

We’ll meet by the front desk at 6:00pm to check in and warm up together.

Hope to see you there! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

Quick notes:

• We’re not affiliated with the gym. You’ll need to pay for a day pass or use your membership, and make sure you’ve got the right gear (climbing shoes).
• If it’s your first time, come early—they’ll run you through a quick safety orientation.
• Be cool. We have a zero-tolerance policy for harassment or bad vibes.
• Climbing does come with some risk. When done safely, it’s an awesome sport and a great way to meet people—but always put safety first.