06/26/2026
What does access look like? When we talk about climbing access, you might think about sustainable trails, working with land managers, or leave no trace principles. Another very important aspect of climbing access is creating an environment where all members of our community feel safe and welcome to participate in the sport we all love.
This Pride month, we're proud to highlight some awesome local organizations that create spaces for LGBTQ+ climbers to build connections and remind our community that accessing climbing is for everyone! Check out their pages and show them some love and appreciation!
Capital Climbers
Capital Climbers is an LGBTQIA+ and Allies group that's geared towards providing a casual, social environment for anyone interested in rock climbing. Check out their IG and Facebook group for meetups!
Unmatched Athlete
Unmatched Athlete is a Maryland-based non-profit encouraging LGBTQ+ and allied youth (ages 5–18) to get active! We offer year-round sports & fitness programming, including our monthly Climbing Days across the DMV, thanks to our amazing partners at Movement Gyms. Support their mission and follow or click the link in their bio to donate/learn more.
Baltimore Q***r Climbers
Baltimore Q***r Climb (BQC) is a community dedicated to making climbing more accessible for q***r people. We reduce financial barriers, build connections, share skills and knowledge, and create spaces where q***r climbers can grow—from the gym to the crag. Through events, partnerships, and mutual support, Q***r Climb helps more q***r folks try climbing, get outside, and feel like they belong in the climbing community.
d**e climb
D**e Climb meets monthly at DCBP (and occasionally other gyms!) and is open to all genders and experience levels. Their meetups include discounted or free gym passes for guests attending. Follow their Instagram for event updates!
Stonewall Climbing DC
Stonewall Climbing is a nonprofit organization that meets regularly at gyms across the DMV. Membership is free and gives access to discounted gym passes, a variety of programming indoors and outdoors, and a safe space for all races, sexual orientations, genders, ages, and abilities.
