From Climbing · Corey Buhay · · 50s
Yangshuo Climbing Academy 2026
270 climbers learn advanced skills at China’s limestone crags in Arc’teryx’s 2026 event.
In brief
270 climbers learn advanced skills at China’s limestone crags in Arc’teryx’s 2026 event. 270 climbers gained climbing skills at Yangshuo’s limestone crags during Arc’teryx’s 2026 Climb Academy. Originally reported by Climbing.
2026 Yangshuo Arc’teryx Climb Academy
270 climbers gathered in China’s limestone arches for the 2026 event.
Global Climbing Education
Arc’teryx offers advanced mountain education through international climbing schools.
2026 Course Expansion
2026 added beginner trad clinics, bolting workshops, and big wall masterclasses.
Yangshuo’s Limestone Landscape
Yangshuo has 74 crags with nearly 2,000 climbing routes across limestone cliffs.
Climber Perspectives
Peng Zhou completed his first 5.12 and 5.14 routes in Yangshuo.
“I completed both my first 5.12 and 5.14 routes here, and it has left me with many wonderful memories.”
Community Connection
Climbers share meals and stories at Chinese-style round-table dinners.
“We always have a big, Chinese-style, round-table dinner with all the instructors before the event.”
Cultural Exchange
International climbers learn from Chinese counterparts as much as locals learn from global pros.
The big picture
270 climbers gained climbing skills at Yangshuo’s limestone crags during Arc’teryx’s 2026 Climb Academy.
