What is Anybody But Dudes?
Anybody But Dudes (“ABD”) are welcoming and supportive sessions for, well, anybody but dudes*! The goal is to meet new climbing partners, build skills, and encourage each other to be awesome.
* Yes, we realize that “anybody but dudes” is a sort of vague statement, but that’s kind of the point. People don’t fit neatly into perfect little boxes, and we don’t want to draw hard lines. The goal is to have inclusive and welcoming meet-ups for all the shes and theys and LGBTQ+ folks out there. If that’s you, come climb with us!
** Please note that N3C is OPEN TO ALL to climb during ABD, so, dudes should feel free to come and climb during these times. Just please be respectful of the ABD Group. (It’s the same as when we have other coached groups – like our youth climbing teams.)
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Anybody But Dudes – Indoor Sessions
Join this fantastic group of people on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6pm-8pm. Indoor sessions will continue throughout the summer on Tuesdays! The last Thursday session will be on May 29th.
These sessions are free with a membership or day pass.
What Indoor Sessions Look Like
We suggest arriving at 6pm to join our group stretching and engaging conversations, but you can show up whenever! Each week, we kickstart conversations with a silly question, before jumping into bouldering or rope climbing. We will alternate depending on participant preferences. At the end, we offer an optional mini workout to wrap up the session.
Meet the ABD Leaders!
Sarah Sallade
Co- Leader
I have been climbing for close to 20 years with varying levels of intensity. Now a mama of two small children it’s hard to find a climbing community. I wanted to start an ABD night to create a general sense of camaraderie, provide a platform to meet new partners, and ensure a welcoming atmosphere to both new and experienced climbers where we can all learn from each other.
Haley Chadburn
Co- Leader
Having discovered my love for rock climbing right here at N3C when I was 14 years old, the community holds a special place in my life. I am very excited to be involved in leading a group of incredible women and gender-nonconforming individuals. I hope to help foster an environment where we can encourage each other and learn new skills both indoors and out.