Helpful Things to Know:

• It’s not only called climbing. It will be referred to as “Sport Climbing” in the Olympics.
• 20 men and 20 women will be competing in three separate disciplines: speed climbing, bouldering, and lead climbing.
• Scoring is determined by multiplying the placements from each discipline. The athlete with the lowest overall number wins gold. For example, if a climber places 2nd in speed, 5th in bouldering, and 3rd in lead climbing, their total score would be 2 x 5 x 3 = 30.

When and Where to Watch:

The Sport Climbing event will be held from Tuesday, August 3rd to Friday, August 6th with the Olympic Opening Ceremony on Friday, July 23rd. You can stream live coverage of the Olympics on NBC. 

Tuesday, August 3rd - Starts at 1am PDT / 4am EDT
Men’s Combined Qualification – Speed: 1am PDT / 4am EDT
Men’s Combined Qualification – Bouldering: 2am PDT / 5am EDT
Men’s Combined Qualification – Lead: 5:10am PDT / 8:10am EDT

Wednesday, August 4th - Starts at 1am PDT / 4am EDT
Women’s Combined Qualification – Speed: 1am PDT / 4am EDT
Women’s Combined Qualification – Bouldering: 2am PDT / 5am EDT
Women’s Combined Qualification – Lead: 5:10am PDT / 8:10am EDT

Thursday, August 5th - Starts at 1:30am PDT / 4:30am EDT
Men’s Combined Final – Speed: 1:30am PDT / 4:30am EDT
Men’s Combined Final – Bouldering: 2:30am PDT / 5:30am EDT
Men’s Combined Final – Lead: 5:10am PDT / 8:10am EDT
Men’s Combined Victory Ceremony

Friday, August 6th - Starts at 1:30am PDT / 4:30am EDT
Women’s Combined Final – Speed: 1:30am PDT / 4:30am EDT
Women’s Combined Final – Bouldering: 2:30am PDT / 5:30am EDT
Women’s Combined Final – Lead: 5:10am PDT / 8:10am EDT
Women’s Combined Victory Ceremony

Take a nap before you get your favorite late-night snacks and maybe some chalk to help with those sweaty hands while you watch climbers from all around the world compete in the freakin’ Olympics! Best of luck to Kyra Condie, Brooke Raboutou, Colin Duffy, and Nathaniel Coleman.  We’re rooting for you, Team USA!

Bonus content: check out this video filmed at Sender One LAX on How to Sport Climb like an Olympian featuring Josh Levin and the Try Guys!

We’ve put together a list of change-makers, entrepreneurs, artists, and educators to check out and follow. In addition, discover LGBTQ-focused organizations to support that are advocating and fighting for equal rights.

8 ACCOUNTS TO FOLLOW

8 oRGANIZATIONS TO SUPPORT

LGBTQ Center Orange County

www.lgbtqcenteroc.org

Their mission is to advocate on the behalf of the OC LGBTQ communities and provide services that ensure its well-being and positive identity.

Los Angeles LGBT Center

www.lalgbtcenter.org

They are building a world where LGBTQ people thrive as healthy, equal, and complete members of society.

Equality California

www.eqca.org

They bring the voices of LGBTQ+ people and allies to institutions of power in CA and across the US while striving to create a world that is healthy, just, and fully equal for all LGBTQ+ people.

It Gets Better Project

www.itgetsbetter.org

This nonprofit organization aims to uplift, empower, and connect LGBTQ+ youth around the globe through storytelling and building community.

Transgender Law Center

www.transgenderlawcenter.org

The largest national trans-led organization, TLC changes law, policy, and attitudes so that all people can live safely, authentically, and free from discrimination regardless of their gender identity or expression.

The Trevor Project

www.thetrevorproject.org

Founded over two decades ago, The Trevor Project is the leading global organization that responds to the crisis of LGBTQ youth suicide.

Out & Equal: Workplace Advocates

www.outandequal.org

They work exclusively on LGBTQ workplace equality by partnering with Fortune 1000 companies, government agencies, and organizations across industries and diverse missions.

GLAAD

www.glaad.org

For over 30 years, GLAAD has led a dynamic media force that takes on challenging issues to inspire cultural change while rewriting the script for LGBTQ acceptance. They aim to create a world where everyone can live the life they love.

CELEBRATE PRIDE WITH SENDER ONE & DONATE TO THE HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN

We're matching up to $1,000 in donations for the Human Rights Campaign!

For every Pride item purchased in June AND July, $2 will be donated to the @humanrightscampaign. Choose from our Pride tank (available in two colors), an Organic Climbing chalk bag with a Pride patch, or get the Pride patch on its own! Contribute in person or online. 

We asked a few dads some questions about fatherhood and climbing. Check it out below!

Happy Father's Day!

What are some of the biggest challenges of being a climber and father, or being a climber's parent?
Being old and frail. Just kidding. Probably the cost. It's not a cheap activity, especially if your kid travels for competitions. But also being old and frail.

Do you mainly climb with your kids, or do you have your own group of climbing friends?
I climbed with my kid when he was around my ability, but he has since eclipsed me in capability so we don't session together as much. I do enjoy taking him outdoors and supporting him as he works on projects. So, I have a small dad group that I climb with and there's a mom group that I sometimes get adopted by. 

What is your favorite thing about being a climbing dad?
I love being a climbing dad. One of the best things is seeing your kid grow and develop as a human in the context of being a competitive climber. Being involved with the youth competition climbing community and having great friendships with the families both near and far. Earlier I mentioned the cost but there's also a great reward to having an activity that you share with a son or daughter that gets you active and outside.

Do you have any advice for other climber dads?
You can't force a kid to like something you like. But you can give them opportunities to explore and keep it fun so they're willing to try it and discover if they truly like it themselves.

What are some of the biggest challenges of being a climber and father, or being a climber's parent?
The challenges were much greater when he was younger since sleep deprivation was a real thing. While I can’t just pick up and go climbing whenever and wherever I feel like it, I value my time climbing more and try to make several trips a year and make them count. Although I’m outside on real rock a lot less, I love gym climbing at Sender One – and it’s great to see the young climbers progressing so quickly through the grades!

Did you start climbing before your child? If so, how was it introducing them to climbing?
I started climbing around 1999 or 2000 at Mission Cliffs in San Francisco and have pretty much been climbing for the last 21+ years. I took a break in 2008, when Mateo was born, but never fully stopped climbing. I think I brought Mateo to the climbing gym before he could really walk, and he started climbing as soon as he could pull himself up.

What is your favorite thing about being a climbing dad?
I love seeing the children of climbers excel at climbing. It’s great to see them grow and achieve so much in the sport.

Do you have any advice for other climber dads?
Patience. While everything may seem to take much longer, your priorities and appreciation of climbing (and the outdoors in general) will shift in countless positive ways. It’s not only about “the send,” but also the memories of being outside together, climbing on the same rock, and enjoying the beauty and movement of our sport with family and friends.

How do you balance fatherhood and climbing?
It’s not too difficult to be a climbing dad because climbing is an activity we all can enjoy together. It helps that while my daughters are with their youth teams, I can climb too. In other sport/activities, I have to drop them off and pick them up, or just wait around.

What are some of the biggest challenges of being a climber and father, or being a climber's parent?
I wish my daughters can belay me, but they are too young and lightweight for now. Another challenge is having to constantly buy climbing shoes because they go through them so fast.

Do you mainly climb with your kids, or do you have your own group of climbing friends?
I climb with other parents when my girls have climbing practice. 

Did you start climbing before your child? If so, how was it introducing them to climbing?
I had an Intro to Climbing class at Sender One LAX. My girls saw photos from the session and wanted to check it out. During winter break, I took them to Sender City on their first visit, then to the gym the next day. After that, I got them both a 5 punch card and they were hooked, climbing about 6+ hours on each of those punches. 2 weeks later, my oldest daughter, 8 years old at the time, tried out for the Comp Team and made it. 

What is your favorite thing about being a climbing dad?
Seeing my girls challenge themselves is fulfilling. Watching my daughter climb 13s isn’t bad either. 

Do you have any advice for other climber dads?
I used to want my girls to push harder grades and even lead climb more. Now I want to make sure they are enjoying it, and don’t get scared or frustrated. An important piece of advice: learn to give a soft catch when lead belaying your child if they are very light.

How do you balance fatherhood and climbing?
Tough one! Climbing comes first!! (lol) No, seriously, being a father always comes first. But we do like to climb!

What are some of the biggest challenges of being a climber and father, or being a climber's parent?
I always wanted my kids to excel at whatever they were doing, whether it was climbing or anything else.  But there's a fine line between inspiration and being overbearing.  I try to find that line.

Do you mainly climb with your kids, or do you have your own group of climbing friends?
I mainly climb with my own friends but Emily and I still get to the gym occasionally. It's a great father/daughter experience.

Did you start climbing before your child? If so, how was it introducing them to climbing?
No, I started climbing at the same time they did.  In fact, the kids' desire to climb was what got me into it.

What is your favorite thing about being a climbing dad?
The climbing community is a wonderfully healthy place for adults and kids.  So I really enjoy the comradery and community.  So does Emily.

Do you have any advice for other climber dads?
Just have fun!!

Sender One is proud to be an Asian-American-owned business and we'd like to highlight a number of other AAPI-owned businesses, many of which are local and part of our community. Wherever your origins may be, it takes drive, commitment, and courage to create a business of your own so we're offering our support and celebrating their achievements!

FOOD & DRINK

JJ² Bakery

www.jjbakeryusa.com

East meets West! JJ Squared Bakery uses various Asian ingredients and applies French pastry techniques creating harmony between east and west. They offer different traditional Asian breads, cakes, and desserts. Each bakery product is handcrafted and freshly baked for the best quality.

2370 Crenshaw Blvd
Torrance, CA 90501

Ms Chi

www.mschicafe.com

Ms Chi Cafe™ showcases Chef Shirley Chung’s passion for progressive Chinese American cuisine. In addition to her unique culinary creations inspired by traditional authentic northern-style dumplings, noodle bowls, fried rice, specialty Boba and milk teas, and coffee drinks; Chef Shirley’s personality shines in the house-made Mr. Chi Chinese spiced pastrami and scallion pancake sandwich plus her Top Chef winning dish –Jumbo Cheeseburger Potstickers with a tomato bacon jam.

3829 Main Street
Culver City, CA 90232

Bird & Barrel

www.birdnbarrel.com

Bird & Barrel opened its doors in 2020 in Downtown Santa Ana. Their purpose is to create a family-run, community-driven establishment specializing in poultry-centric cuisine, focused on Asian fusion delicacies, and to introduce the local community to our unique flavors.

305 East 4th St. Ste 105 
Santa Ana, CA 92701

Mix Mix Kitchen Bar

www.mixmixkitchenbar.com

Award-winning Chef Ross Pangilinan presents Mix Mix, a globally inspired dining concept presenting dishes that see influence from traditional French and Italian to modern Filipino cuisines.

300 N. Main Street
Santa Ana, CA 92701

Maivino

www.maivino.com

Fancy bagged wine delivered to your door.
Maivino was started with the belief that wine traditions limit the potential of wine.  At Maivino, they seek to make great wines more accessible by abiding by the following tenets - great wines can come from anywhere and wine traditions that are worth keeping are ones that benefit either the drinker, the earth, or the wine.

CLIMBING

ONCRUX

www.oncrux.com/

ONCRUX not only offers performance liquid chalk that sanitizes, but also a variety of performance chalk products. 
With the onset of the global pandemic, we wanted to help athletes adapt to a new environment.  We wanted to offer peace of mind to those who continue to pursue their passions and hobbies.  As athletes, we understand the impact premium prices and subpar products have on training.  We want customers to feel confident and safe when working towards their goals.

Comfortable Adventures

www.comfortableadventures.com

Their mission is to produce low-impact, high comfort hemp goods to modern outdoors womxn in the pursuit of comfortable adventure.
Powered by hemp, they're taking a natural approach to adventure apparel with a focus on sustainability, transparency, and inclusion. They have pledged and stand in solidarity with the Outdoor Industry CEO Diversity Pledge.

Artifact Climbing

www.artifactclimbing.com

It's about the weekend road trips to the local crag with the homies. The relentless support from your crew as you send that one project that kept you up at night. The late-night taco runs after a Tuesday night gym session. Beer.
It’s these kinds of stories that inspire us in everything we create.
It’s about the culture. The friendships. The community.

Dynamite Starfish

www.dynamitestarfish.com

Offering unique designs on t-shirts and tanks, which are carefully chosen for softness, comfort, and the least environmental impact. All our tees are screen-printed by hand (most times by the artist/owner) in Los Angeles, California.

ART & HANDMADE GOODS

Wynne the Pooh

www.wynnethepooh.com/

Your typical crazy plant and cat lady, but she also makes pots.
Wynne is a software engineer, and started learning pottery in 2018 at a little ceramics lab in Los Angeles called slab la. Since then, she's fallen in love with creating all kinds of pottery, especially zigzag pots, and donut vases.

Ariel Lee Art

www.leeariel.com

Ariel Lee is an artist and illustrator based out of Southern California. Her unique style captures beautiful landscapes that many climbers are familiar with like Joshua Tree and the Eastern Sierra.

Milk and Honey

www.milkandhoneyclay.com

Milk and Honey is a passion project inspired by a desire to bring awareness to the injustice of human trafficking. For each pair of earrings and accessories that are purchased, 20% of the profit will be donated to anti-human trafficking non-profit organizations in the U.S. and around the world. Every earring and accessory is handmade and crafted with love & care to promote purchasing with a purpose. Our hope is that you would feel incredibly beautiful, proud, empowered about wearing or using your Milk and Honey clay pieces.

Anni Crafts

www.theknittinghelpdesk.com

Anni is a master knitter, instructor, knitwear finisher, holiday stocking extraordinaire, and pattern writer. She loves starting with a fresh skein of yarn, so new and full of potential. The sweater, scarf, stocking, hat, or blanket that emerges brings her a sense of joy. As a knitting instructor, she creates opportunities for others to work with their hands and craft something they can be proud of. She considers herself a beginner sewer and has sewn over 3000 masks during the pandemic. Anni's goal is to design, knit, and sew a capsule wardrobe for herself.

PS: You can also find her working as a Customer Experience Specialist and Community Coordinator at Sender One SNA!

As a climbing gym, Sender One fosters physical health and wellness on a daily basis, but we also understand that as a whole, “there is no health without mental health,” as the World Health Organization states.

If you are struggling with mental illness you may feel stuck or that you are all alone in your journey. While apps and podcasts are not a replacement for therapy, they can provide genuine help to guide you through a myriad of problems, disorders, and more. Some apps and many podcasts let you connect to the world of others going through similar battles. Within moments it is now possible to have tangible tools at your fingertips. Check out this list of phone apps and podcasts that address everything from depression and anxiety to eating disorder recovery and more.

APPS

Insight Timer

Meditation, Yoga, & Sleep

With 90,000 free guided meditations, you can meditate on Insight Timer for as long as you want without ever paying a cent.
Most meditation apps say they’re free but the reality is quite different; once the starter pack finishes they quickly lock you out. We offer the largest free library of guided meditations on earth and the world’s most loved meditation Timer, for free.

https://insighttimer.com/meditation-app

Happify

Stress & Worry

How you feel matters! Whether you're feeling sad, anxious, or stressed, Happify brings you effective tools and programs to help you take control of your feelings and thoughts
Their proven techniques are developed by leading scientists and experts who've been studying evidence-based interventions in the fields of positive psychology, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy for decades.

https://www.happify.com/

Youper

Self-Guided Therapy

Youper was born from the idea that everyone can become the best version of themselves, like being a super you. In fact, Youper comes from the combination of the words You + Super. We’re using Artificial Intelligence to empower people to take care of their mental health.
Their vision is to provide everyone on the planet with Youper to be by their side in their journey towards happiness.

https://www.youper.ai/

I Am Sober

Sobriety

Track your sobriety with a community that understands what you’re going through.
Build new daily habits and learn from others who are making changes happen.

https://iamsober.com/

Rainn

Survivors of Sexual Violence

The RAINN app gives survivors of sexual violence and their loved ones access to support, self-care tools, and information. The app’s “Hotline” feature can connect you directly with one-on-one support from a trained support specialist on RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline via phone or online chat. The app’s “Self-Care” section contains exercises to help you take a moment for yourself as you heal. The app’s “Learn” section includes helpful information on sexual violence topics, finding and giving support, and healing.

https://www.rainn.org/content/new-rainn-mobile-app

Recovery Record

Eating Disorder Management

Recovery Record is a smart eating disorder recovery app that fits into your life and links with your treatment team to help you achieve lasting recovery. The app, which has been evaluated in clinical trials, is now available for you to use in connection with your treatment team.
You might not be sure if you have an eating disorder or if this is right for you. That is OK. No matter your situation, if you'd like to overcome an eating disorder or have a better relationship with food or your body, Recovery Record was designed to help!

https://www.recoveryrecord.com/

PODCASTS

The Happiness Lab

You might think more money, a better job, or Instagram-worthy vacations would make you happy. You’re dead wrong. In "The Happiness Lab" podcast, Yale professor Dr. Laurie Santos will take you through the latest scientific research and share some surprising and inspiring stories that will forever alter the way you think about happiness. She's changed the lives of thousands of people through her class "Psychology and the Good Life," and she'll change yours, too.
Are you ready to feel better?

https://www.happinesslab.fm/

The Hilarious World of Depression

A show about clinical depression...with laughs? Well, yeah. Depression is an incredibly common and isolating disease experienced by millions, yet often stigmatized by society. The Hilarious World of Depression is a series of frank, moving, and, yes, funny conversations with top comedians who have dealt with this disease, hosted by veteran humorist and public radio host John Moe. Join guests such as Maria Bamford, Paul F. Tompkins, Andy Richter, and Jen Kirkman to learn how they’ve dealt with depression and managed to laugh along the way.

https://www.hilariousworld.org/

The Mental Illness Happy Hour

Comedian Paul Gilmartin hosts a weekly, hour-long audio podcast consisting of interviews with artists, friends, and the occasional doctor.
The show is geared towards anyone interested in or affected by depression, addiction, and other mental challenges which are so prevalent in the creative arts.
Paul’s hope is that the show and this website will give people a place to connect, smile, and feel the return of hope. The biggest myth about mental illness is that you are alone and there is no help.

https://mentalpod.com/

Terrible, Thanks for Asking

You know how when someone asks "How are you?" you just say "Fine,” even if you’re totally dying inside, so everyone can go about their day?
“Terrible, Thanks For Asking” is the opposite of that. Nora McInerny asks real people to share their complicated and honest feelings about how they really are. It’s sometimes sad, sometimes funny, and often both.

https://www.ttfa.org/

If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you're having suicidal thoughts, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area at any time (National Suicide Prevention Lifeline).