The practice of rock climbing has evolved profoundly over the past ten years. In France, they would be more than a million to climb regularly or occasionally, including 60% on the famous SAE, artificial climbing structures. A dynamic that is not about to run out of steam with the arrival of this sport at the Tokyo Olympics in 2020.

How to equip yourself, understand the scales of difficulty, master the basic techniques, climb safely, overcome the fear of falling, develop your strength, approach climbing with children... the two authors, respectively climbing instructor and vice-champion of the world of the discipline, share their know-how in this guide which answers all the questions that one can ask oneself. A completely updated new edition, including the essential equipment to have.