Find Your Climbing Crew: Support and Sisterhood in the Wild
We're more than just climbing. Whether you're navigating your first boulder or crushing a new route, you'll find a group of women here who push, cheer, and lift each other up.
We started CLAW to create a space for women in outdoor sports, and we quickly realized how much we all needed it. This video touches on our mission to challenge stereotypes and build a supportive community.
This is what it looks like to unplug and be present. Our festivals are a chance to escape the wifi and connect with nature and each other in the beautiful forests and boulder fields.
Even the local dogs join our crew! Here, a furry friend accompanies our group of young climbers as they explore the boulders of Hampi.
From morning warm-ups to cheering on a climber, this video captures the high-energy, supportive vibe of our Hampi festival. The stoke is real, and we're ready for the next one!
Our crew, all smiles after a great day of climbing. Partnering with brands like Decathlon helps us spread our message and grow our community of empowered women climbers.
A group of friends posing together under a rock. These are the bonds forged at our festivals, built on shared challenges and lots of laughter.
We didn't realize how much women wanted a space to just climb with other women until we created it. This video speaks to the core of why CLAW exists: to foster a unique, supportive, all-female environment.
All smiles from the CLAW crew. We are a diverse group of women united by our love for the outdoors and our support for one another.
Connecting with new people is a huge part of the festival experience. Here, participants share a laugh during some downtime, building the friendships that define our community.
A duplicate of 60, this image emphasizes the laughter and lighthearted moments that are just as important as the climbing.
About Our Community: Find Your Crew
The climbing happens, sure, but the real magic is the cheering squad behind you. Whether you’re on your first boulder or your fiftieth, you’ll find a group of women who don’t care if you fall—they care that you’re up there trying. When you get down, you won't be alone; you’ll be met with a group that’s ready to celebrate the moment your feet finally find their hold.
When we started CLAW, we knew we wanted to climb, but we didn't fully realize how much we all craved a space that felt safe, loud, and unapologetically ours. Our community isn't built on being the 'best' climber; it's built on being a supportive one.
Why Our Community Matters
We know that walking into a male-dominated sport can be intimidating. That’s why we’ve stripped away the pressure. At our festivals in Hampi, Badami, and Sethan, the environment is purposefully different. You’ll see it in the way we handle the gear and the way we warm up together—it's collaborative, not competitive. We believe that if you can feel safe enough to fall, you’ll eventually feel brave enough to send it.
Beyond the Rock
Our festivals are a total reset. When you join us, you’re not just signing up for climbing routes; you’re signing up for campfire stories, yoga sessions in the morning, and long, honest conversations that don't happen in the daily grind. We host groups of all levels, from absolute beginners to seasoned pros. The 1:5 instructor ratio ensures you get the attention you need to stay safe, but the real instruction comes from the women standing next to you, spotting you and shouting encouragement.
Come As You Are
We provide the crash pads, the ropes, and the chalk, but you bring the energy. Whether you're looking for a new hobby, a way to build confidence, or just a group of friends who want to spend time outdoors, this is your place. We’re an NGO, so every festival helps us fund outreach programs to make climbing accessible to more women and girls across India. If you’re ready to get sweaty, get a few scrapes, and make friends who will cheer for you louder than anyone else, we’re waiting for you. Chale?
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