BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Eventin//Event Calendar//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT UID:97e2ff0e8379859a2dea8b837ae221d8@mindfulnessoutdoors.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Therapeutic Climbing with Molly DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 3\, 2027 · 6:00–7:30 PM · Allez Up Ver dun (4137 boulevard LaSalle)$60 Early Bird (until January 6\, 2027) · $75 regular · Equipment and gym access included\nClimbing has a way of bringin g up everything we usually keep tucked away: fear\, self-doubt\, the urge t o give up\, and the quiet satisfaction of trying anyway. This introductory evening uses those moments on purpose. In a small\, supportive group\, you' ll learn the basics of bouldering while practising simple ways to notice yo ur breath\, steady your nerves\, and trust yourself a little more with each move.\nNo climbing experience is needed\, and there's no pressure to get t o the top. You decide how high you go.\nWhat you'll do\nWe'll start by gett ing settled: a short grounding exercise to help you arrive\, notice how you r body feels\, and check in with any nerves. Then Molly will walk you throu gh the basics of bouldering\, including how to move on the wall\, how to re st\, and how to climb down or let go safely onto the mats.\nFrom there\, yo u'll try some beginner climbs at your own pace\, with pauses to reflect on what you notice. What does your mind say when a move feels hard? What happe ns to your breath when you're unsure? Climbing asks for your full attention \, which makes it a natural place to practise being present.\nWhy it works for beginners\n\nYou don't need any experience. We start with the absolute basics.\nBouldering walls are shorter than rope-climbing walls and have thi ck padded mats underneath\, and you choose how high to climb.\nThe group is small\, so Molly can support each person individually.\nEverything is incl uded: equipment\, chalk\, and gym access.\nThere's no performance\, no comp etition\, and no "right" way to do it.\n\nMore than a climbing lesson\nMost climbing lessons measure progress by technique\, strength\, or how high yo u get. This evening is different: the focus is on what you notice\, how you respond to challenge\, and what the experience brings up for you. Molly le ads with patience and close attention to how people are feeling. While this introductory evening isn't a therapy session\, it offers a taste of how cl imbing can be used to explore fear\, build resilience\, and strengthen self -trust.\nMeet your guide: Molly\nMolly has spent many years guiding people through outdoor education and adventure-based personal development\, includ ing running climbing programs. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical Me ntal Health Counseling with a focus on Adventure-Based Therapy from Prescot t College\, and she brings an experiential\, body-centred approach to every thing she teaches.\nOn the wall\, Molly is patient and encouraging. As a va lued member of our Mindfulness Outdoors team\, she'll make sure you're in c ompassionate and supportive hands.\nRead Molly's full bio →\nWant to go f urther? Climbing Therapy starts March 31\nThis evening is also an introduct ion to Molly's Climbing Therapy program. Over five two-hour sessions on Wed nesday evenings\, starting March 31\, 2027\, you'll use guided climbing and reflection to explore patterns of fear\, confidence\, focus\, and self-tru st\, and practise new ways of meeting challenges on and off the wall.\nThe program is designed for people managing anxiety\, rebuilding self-confidenc e\, or looking for a different way to work with stress. It's offered only o nce or twice a year\, and space is limited.\nCurious? Bring your questions to the evening\, or text "CLIMBING" to 514-619-4542 for more details.\nWho it's for\nThis evening is for anyone curious about climbing\, especially if you've felt intimidated by it\, or if fear\, self-doubt\, or stress someti mes hold you back. Adults of all ages are welcome. You don't need to be esp ecially strong or fit. If you have concerns about an injury or your body's ability to climb\, email us at contact@mindfulnessoutdoors.org and we'll b e happy to talk it through.\nBefore you come\n\nWhat to wear: Comfortable c lothes you can stretch and move in. \nGetting there: Allez Up Verdun is at 4137 boulevard LaSalle\, about 2 minutes from De l'Église metro. (Map)\nA rrival: Please arrive by 5:45 PM to check in and sign the gym's waiver.\nLa nguage: The event is led in English. Molly is comfortable in French\, so yo u're welcome to ask questions or chat with her en français.\nRefunds and c ancellations: Email contact@mindfulnessoutdoors.org.\nParticipation is at y our own risk.\n\nIf the ticket price feels out of reach\, email us at conta ct@mindfulnessoutdoors.org and we'll be happy to explore options.\nIf you'v e ever looked at a climbing wall and thought "not for me\," this is a gentl e way to find out what happens when you try. We'd love to see you there.\nI nterested in the full program? Learn more about Climbing Therapy or text "C LIMBING" to 514-619-4542. LOCATION:Allez Up Verdun (4137 boulevard LaSalle) DTSTAMP:20261001T232938Z DTSTART:20270203T230000Z DTEND:20270204T003000Z END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR