Climbing and abseiling as a trust test
Climbing and abseiling are no longer summer activities you do once on a team day. At Crossing Belgium they are stages in an expedition where trust in your team literally hangs on a rope.
You don't need to know how to climb to take part. You need to be willing to let your teammate lower you. That is what makes this discipline so powerful in a team context.
Why this type of stage lingers
Gear, briefing and experienced guides on every technical stage. No experience required.
In an abseil you step over the edge because your teammate and your gear are holding you. You don't forget that.
The Meuse valley and the Ardennes offer real climbing walls. No indoor, no built structure.
Whoever really isn't ready takes the support role. Everyone takes part, in the way that fits.
How it works
The organiser isn't called Climbing Managers by accident. Climbing is in this event's DNA. Over ten years of experience with mountain expeditions — the safety standard for the climbing and abseiling stages is high.
Frequently asked
No. You get a full briefing, gear and guidance. What you do need is willingness to push a bit past your comfort zone.
The 3+1 format lets that team member take the support role during climbing and abseiling stages.
The focus is on executing correctly under guidance, not on climbing grade. Anyone willing can do it.
Sturdy trail-running or hiking shoes with good grip. Full details in the gear list.
Climbing & abseiling × Crossing Belgium
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