artificial climbing structure

Fixed or movable indoor or outdoor surface used by climbers as a rock face to practice their sport as a leisure or competitive activity.

belay beam

Piece at the top of an artificial climbing structure that supports the belay ropes.

route judge

Person who ensures safety and observes the climbers’ maneuvers.

president of the jury

Person who supervises all competition activities and presides over any disputes.

timekeeper

Person who ensures that the route is climbed within the set time frame.

belayer

Person who protects the rock climbers from falling and ensures they do not swap information during an event.