Bouldering

Tickets are now sold out for this event! Please join the waitlist, and you will get an email if a place becomes available. Leadership, Resilience, and Real-Time Performance with Atherio’s Ben Stocken **Date:** Tuesday 24th February 2026 6:15-9 PM UK Time **Location:** [1 Warwick by Maslow’s](https://share.google/MnxwD6w1PqaJ512K6) [Sign up here!](https://founders500.com/session/what-leaders-wont-talk-about-but-need-to-know/) Building a business is one of the hardest things you will ever do and one of the most rewarding. This evening is an honest, inspiring conversation for founders at any stage who want a real insight into what it actually takes to build, lead, and keep going. Set in the beautiful surroundings of Maslow’s, this is not a polished keynote or surface-level success story. It is a candid, interview-style conversation with Ben, founder of Atherio, about the realities of entrepreneurship, including the failures, the struggles, the wins, and the journey in between. ### Why This Event Matters Ben has spent over 20 years advising FTSE 250 companies and fast-growth businesses, and as the founder of Atherio, he knows first-hand the pressure of building something from the ground up. A former England Rugby coach and extreme endurance athlete, including summiting the world’s 10th deadliest mountain and completing the Marathon des Sables, Ben brings a rare perspective on leadership, resilience, and performance under pressure. This conversation will explore: * What Ben learned the hard way as a founder * Leadership mistakes, setbacks, and defining moments * What success really looks like beyond the highlight reel * How founders can lead themselves and their teams through uncertainty You will leave with practical insight, fresh perspective, and the reassurance that you are not alone on the journey. ### Event Flow **6:15 PM Doors Open** Join us for a welcome drink and relaxed networking at Maslow’s. **6:45 PM Interview with Ben** A candid, heart-to-heart conversation on founding, leadership, and growth. **8:15 PM Community Mix and Mingle** Stay for informal networking and meaningful conversations with fellow founders. **9:00 PM Doors Close** ### Who Should Attend * Founders at any stage, from idea to scale * Entrepreneurs navigating challenges or growth * Leaders curious about the real journey behind building a business Come as you are. Learn from lived experience. Leave inspired, grounded, and connected. *** Thank you to our founding partner [Signal](https://www.thesignalgroup.com/signal-ventures) for making this event happen.\ [Sign up for the event here!](https://founders500.com/session/what-leaders-wont-talk-about-but-need-to-know/)

WELCOME OFFER- BRING A FRIEND FOR FREE! Yoga is Better Together:). Slow flow yoga for climbers, who want more ease, focus and fluidity on the wall. We build mobility and flexibility for greater reach and smooth movements. Beginner friendly and intentionally paced, we will integrate breath work and mindfulness to stay calm and connected, inside and out. Non climbers are welcome to join too:). Mats, belts & blocks are provided. Please book on maikesyogaatelier.com 60min session, £16 10% discount for HarroWall climbers ‍♀️

The London Mountaineering Club's weekly club night at Westway takes place every Tuesday. There will be many more of us at the wall than listed on this event. To find us, look for people wearing an LMC T-shirt. This is a friendly meetup for competent climbers (at all levels of aspiration) to find people to climb with. If you have not climbed at Westway before, you will need to pass Westway's safety test before you can climb unsupervised. If you are unsure whether the centre will allow you to climb unsupervised please message the event organiser on Meetup in advance. We may be able to arrange supervision for you to climb without passing the test but this depends on club members being available to supervise and places will be limited. The London Mountaineering Club does not charge for this event but you will need to pay the entry fee to Westway and for any gear hired. Details of the Westway climbing wall are available on the [Everyone Active website](https://www.everyoneactive.com/centre/westway-sports-fitness-centre/climbing/) including [prices](https://www.everyoneactive.com/centre/westway-sports-fitness-centre/?activitySearch=casual%20climb).

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Mix up your week the best way possible with a Wednesday night climb. A member of the team will be on hand to give tips, work routes and provide some laughs. This session is mainly aimed for beginner's, whether you have never climbed before or you want to pick up where you left off couple years ago, rest assured whatever your level or ability, one of our trained instructors will be at hand to help. The aim of the session is to climb with like minded folk, learn the best way to climb possible, and hopefully get a little stronger. For those that RSVP we have arranged £16.50 entry (this includes shoe rental) to City Bouldering on Wednesday evening if you come along with us as a meetup group! You must RSVP by 6.30pm on the day of the event to get this discount. As we have to provide a list of names. You can always join on the door too. If you don't have shoes you can rent them there on the day also.

If you've been bouldering before and want to practise or get more into the sport then this is for you! We will help beginners with tips and always have an experienced coach on the meetup. Come along to join us for a social climbing session on Wednesdays. We have arranged £9.50 entry to City Bouldering on Wednesday evening if you come along with us as a meetup group! We will probably stay and have a drink there as they are extending the Happy Hour Beer offer - £5 a pint - until closing for attendees. you must RSVP by 6.30pm on the day of the event to get this discount. As we have to provide a list of names. You can always join if you don't you would just pay full price. if you don't have shoes you can rent them there on the day also.

**Start climbing into a positive space.** We are back on Sunday 1st March for our London peer-to-peer support session. Facilitated by our lovely volunteers, we will be meeting in the cafe area of Rise Climbing by 12.30pm. Sessions are 2 hours long and are open to everyone, whether you climb often or would like to try for the first time. Follow [this link](https://circularclimbingcollective.co.uk/booking/) and scroll down to our London sessions to book a space! **What is Circular Climbing Collective?** CCC is a climbing collective that focuses on mental health peer support. Our aim is to create non-judgemental spaces where climbers and non-climbers can connect, share and listen to better understand their mental health. **What to expect** Our sessions are led by 2 volunteer facilitators, Noa and Josh, and capped at 8 attendees. We ask everyone to attend the session from start to finish, 12:30pm - 2:30pm. We start our sessions with a warm-up for the mind and for the body, where we introduce the space, our guidelines and ourselves. We then head out into the gym to climb, wander and talk. We have no expectations of participants to climb or share, just to be present with one another. Some weeks are packed with conversation but maybe lack time on the wall or vice versa. Finally, we finish up with a warm down - stretching and checking in with ourselves and each other. We sometimes use this time to practice gratitude or reflect on our paths ahead. **Who can attend** Our sessions are open to anyone aged 18+, no matter where you are on your journey with mental health or how much climbing experience you have. Whether you've simply never climbed before and are looking to meet new people in an inclusive space, or are struggling with self-esteem, grief, loneliness, unemployment or anything else, you are welcome at Circular Climbing Collective. **Booking** To book a slot, follow [this link](https://circularclimbingcollective.co.uk/booking/) and scroll down to our London sessions. The price is just the same as a usual climb at Rise, with pre-paid members being free. The price includes free shoe hire! We also offer two fully funded entries at every session, these are trust based and open to all. We are still working out this system, so for now please contact the Rise team to access a free slot! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out at circularclimbingcollective@gmail.com or DM us on instagram, [@circularclimbingcollective](https://www.instagram.com/circularclimbingcollective/) All questions and requests welcome. We would love to support with any adjustments to ensure our sessions are inclusive for you. Love, Team CCC ⭕

Join OutdoorLads popular weekly Thursday Bouldering evening at The Arch in Bermondsey. OutdoorLads London boulderers welcome all members of the LGBTQ+ community You'll be meeting with a supportive group of 5 to 10 plus boulderers who are always happy to introduce complete beginners or solve difficult bouldering problems with enthusiasts. We usually follow up with a pub visit. This event is for members of all levels of experience and all are welcome to come along to any of the sessions. Bouldering is a form of climbing where instead of long high routes, the 'problems', as they are referred to, tend to be shorter and focus on technique, balance, body positioning and sometimes power. Because of this different emphasis, bouldering doesn't have the hassle of climbing with ropes, harnesses and belaying, which makes the activities excellent for newcomers to the sport. If you're a seasoned climber you won't need convincing about the benefits of bouldering, but for those who've never climbed more than a staircase, the benefits are wide ranging: from the physical - improved strength, tone, balance, power and coordination; mental - problem solving, focus, concentration and body awareness; to the emotional - relaxation, a sense of achievement and a feeling that mind and body are working together perfectly ('feeling psyched'). On top of all this, bouldering tends to be a very social sport where you can hang out with mates and each have a go as you feel regardless of what level you climb at.

Join OutdoorLads weekly Saturday bouldering morning event at Vauxwall West - please check our main event page on our website (link in the comments below). We welcome all members of the LGBTQ+ community, and you will be socialising with a supportive group boulderers who are always happy to introduce complete beginners to the sport or solve difficult bouldering problems together. This event is for members of all levels of experience and all are welcome to come along to any of the sessions. Bouldering is unique. There are few sports out there that offer a mental and physical challenge no matter what skill level you are at. Each route consists of several holds that the climber uses, focusing on problem-solving and technical movements to help them reach the top. No two routes are ever the same, and the colour-coded system indicates the difficulty level, so there's a climb for everyone to enjoy! If you have never tried bouldering before, please ensure that you have gone through the centre's safety and induction video beforehand (https://londonclimbingcentres.co.uk/pre-register/) as you will be required to answer a few safety questions when registering at the centre.

Meeting Room 2b, Main Library Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. We desire to cultivate a space where all questions are welcome and each person is treated with compassion and respect.

Calling all founders, CEOs, lawyers, doctors, and entrepreneurs to join our special *Founder Edition* of Sip & Read meetup event. Let's sip on fine wine and discuss our first book **The 5AM Club- Own Your Morning Elevate Your Life, by Robin Sharma**. We will pair this book with our favorite wine at **Wine on High** and engage in thought-provoking discussions on startup businesses and entrepreneurship, and network with like-minded individuals in a cozy book club setting. Come prepared to discuss this month's book. At the end of each book club meeting, we will take next book and venue suggestions from the participants for the next meeting. Whether you are a book lover, women entrepreneur, or a content creator, this event is perfect for sharing ideas and insights with other funders and founders in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Sign up now to reserve your spot! *Fun fact! This meetup was established in 2015 and had over 1,000 members. I had to shut down operations while attending law school, but we're back!!*

Join us at Losing Weight in Columbus at Bloc Garten on a Saturday afternoon. This will be an active and engaging day, in lieu of our weekly check in. Why climbing you may ask? Because that's what I know best, and also since its and indoor sport, its great for a winter time hobby! Join us and find out what it's all about! We'll also do a brief check in to see how everyone is doing. Day passes cost 23$ + 7$ shoe rental fee for a total of 30$ [https://5.life/bg/](https://5.life/bg/)

Join us for our Sunday Meditation Service - !' Or join us on Facebook Live! Our Facebook Page is Golden Lotus Yoga for Spiritual Awareness