James effortlessly tries out a route set by fellow climbers
It is reported that the new wave of bouldering enthusiasm brought by James will unfold in four cities—Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, and Yangshuo—starting in October. James Kassay will share his experiences in outdoor and international bouldering competitions around the world. This will not only allow outdoor and climbing enthusiasts to “climb in the same city and gym,” but also let them experience more surprises on-site. After the Guangzhou stop, the next sessions will take place at the Rock Dance Space Bouldering Gym in Shanghai, the ShouTi Shoupang Climbing Gym in Beijing, and the 2013 KAILAS Yangshuo Climbing Festival. Stay tuned.
About James Kassay – Australia’s Top Bouldering Athlete
James started climbing at the age of ten, which changed his life and made climbing an indispensable part of it. Over the past 18 years of his climbing career, he has represented the national team in 17 world-class competitions. He has completed many of the world’s most difficult bouldering routes, including the world-renowned V16 boulder problem: Australia’s Wheel of Life Direct. Aside from climbing, James runs his family’s climbing gym and serves as a coach for the Australian Junior National Team, taking on the challenging task of nurturing young talent. James Kassay’s major personal achievements are as follows:
Natural Rock Walls – Top Five Personal Ascents
1. Wheel of Life Direct V16 – Australia – First Ascent
2. Wheel of Life Sector V15 – Australia
3. Sleepy Rave V15 – Australia
4. Esperanza V14 – USA
5. Sidewaze Daze V13 – France
Competition Climbing – Top Five Personal Ascents
1. 5th Place, IFSC World Cup Slovenia (2013)
2. 13th Place, IFSC World Cup Austria (2012)
3. 13th Place, IFSC World Cup USA (2012)
4. Champion, Australian Bouldering Championship (2012)
5. Champion, Australian Difficulty Climbing Championship (2011)
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