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2 ORIGINAL Clip n Climb has revolutionized the niche sport of climbing and transformed it into an incredibly popular mainstream recreation. Our huge variety of exciting and colorful challenges have made climbing attractive and accessible to everyone. There are now 31 different Clip n Climb Challenges to choose from. More are under development and our latest innovation is the stunning Twister. Clip n Climb is a healthy action packed activity delivering WOW experiences that bring people back time and time again. Well over one million fun loving people have passed through the doors of Clip n Climb since the first one opened in PROFITABLE Clip n Climb - About Clip n Climb is a licensed business model that is proven, profitable and growing. It s a powerful people magnet that s delivering great results in North America, Europe, Asia and the South Pacific. If you own or operate an existing facility you can choose to install just some of our individual climbing challenges. That way your customers can enjoy the Clip n Climb experience without you developing a dedicated center. Clip n Climb generates strong cash flows and impressive profitability. It s a successful business model with a proven track record. Our cost effective marketing strategies and reliable ongoing support make Clip n Climb a unique and exciting commercial opportunity.

This means you won t have to spend time and money developing and documenting policies and procedures for your business.

3 GLOBAL When you partner with Clip n Climb you gain immediate access to proven operating systems. Consequently you need no prior knowledge of managing or marketing this type of activity in order to be successful. Clip n Climb comes with a comprehensive Operations Manual and Staff Training Program. This means you won t have to spend time and money developing and documenting policies and procedures for your business. Through experience we have gained a strong understanding of the market and we have developed powerful but inexpensive promotional activities that really drive revenue. All these advantages provide you with a reduction in risk when compared with setting up a completely new business on your own account. Clip n Climb - About PUZZLE MATS INFORMATION: - Dimensions: 100x100x4cm ± (1.5mm); - Hardness: ; - Colors: Blue/Red and Green/Red; - Special Colors on request.

RELIABLE Clip n Climb is designed to provide great experiences in a safe and welcoming environment.

4 RELIABLE Clip n Climb is designed to provide great experiences in a safe and welcoming environment. The Clip n Climb Customer Service Matrix sets out our service standards and priorities them Safety, Courtesy, Experience and Efficiency. Safety always comes first and we have carefully selected the materials that go into the manufacture and presentation of our unique climbing elements. The engineering behind the challenges and the layout of each Clip n Climb arena complies with best-practice international climbing wall standards. We use the best Automatic Belay system on the market to provide peace of mind. This is currently the Auto Belay which uses magnetic eddy current braking technology to provide climbers with a safe controlled descent to the ground every time. Clip n Climb - About

It encapsulates the essence of Clip n Climb healthy challenging fun for everyone.

5 WHERE IT ALL BEGAN This scene of the Clip n Climb arena in Christchurch, New Zealand was captured using a wide angle lens by photographer and climber, Lee Howell. It encapsulates the essence of Clip n Climb healthy challenging fun for everyone. Christchurch was the first Clip n Climb in the world when it opened to rave reviews in September 2005 and it continues to be every bit as popular today as it was back then. Clip n Climb - About

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With or without the aid of the yellow asteroids Good problem solving required

7 Aliens: Invaders from space provide a super fun challenge for astronauts of all ages. Optional LED lighting adds interplanetary atmospherics. With or without the aid of the yellow asteroids Good problem solving required Thinking before making each move Avoiding nasty aliens Reaching that friendly smiley face at the top of the world

The majority can be gripped in a variety of orientations and provide a good introduction to problem solving techniques

8 Amazing: This is a great challenge for first time visitors and for younger children. Positive handholds and footholds help to develop confidence. The majority can be gripped in a variety of orientations and provide a good introduction to problem solving techniques required when climbing. Three routes to the top. Suitable for climbing blindfolded! Figuring out the orientation of the holds Good balance and weight transfer A vertical maze to surprise and engage the brain A crazy challenge when blindfolded

9 Big Cheese: A crisp and colourful looking climb which enables smaller climbers to steadily weave their way to the top. The yellow route represents a major challenge even for taller climbers and requires great flexibility and problem solving abilities. Three routes indicated by the circle colour Transfer of weight in anticipation of the next move Swopping and matching of hands and feet Comfortable juggy handhold positions Heaps of options and lots of colour

rope. Just one thrilling way to top out on each challenge Strength and determination Plenty of stamina

10 Caving Ladder Tree Trunk Rope: Three individual climbing elements with different degrees of difficulty. A classic caving ladder, a tree climbing experience and the ultimate challenge of scaling up an 8m-9m rope. Just one thrilling way to top out on each challenge Strength and determination Plenty of stamina The feeling of being out there... no wall in front of you The energy and encouragement from your friends

One of our iconic climbs, Checkerplate offers the climber plenty of options on a unique terrain.

11 Checkerplate: Bright colourful LED lights reflect brilliantly off the metallic checkerplate surface to create another visually stimulating Clip n Climb challenge. One of our iconic climbs, Checkerplate offers the climber plenty of options on a unique terrain. Three routes indicated by the collar colour Handhold options... palming, undercling and pinch Careful climbing and problem solving is required Bright lights and bling Lots and lots of ways to climb

The circular hold is designed to be functional in any one of four orientations to enable excellent

12 Cloud 9: A visually whimsical interpretation of a scattering of clouds which provides for the use of a unique Clip n Climb hold. The circular hold is designed to be functional in any one of four orientations to enable excellent routesetting. Three routes indicated by the colour of the holds Accurate use of hold orientation Jugs, side pulls and under clings Ascending through the clouds Plenty of rest places to admire the view

A great challenge that requires focus and determination to get all the way to the top.

13 Dark Tower: Extremely popular Clip N Climb element which provides a night-climbing experience. Fluro holds light up the routes to the top with the help of UV lights. A great challenge that requires focus and determination to get all the way to the top. Three routes indicated by the fluorescent hold colours Careful foot placement Bridging and balance Climbing in the dark Glow in the dark holds

the top via either the white or dark green diamonds.

14 Diamonds: A stunning chessboard backdrop make Diamonds another attention grabber. The towball holds provide a different tactile experience for climbers who negotiate their way to the top via either the white or dark green diamonds. Three routes indicated by the colour of the diamonds Route checking before starting Good body movement and flexibility Move like a chess figure Cold steel handholds

Requires application of opposite pressure on the walls.

15 Dome Chimney: A climb requiring a different technique to all the others. Bridging feet on holds on opposite sides, pushing down with the arms and using the legs to drive upwards. Requires application of opposite pressure on the walls. Three routes indicated by the dome colours Use of stemming, bridging and palming to get to the top Thinking ahead to maintain momentum Facing out from the wall instead of at the wall Descending down the narrow chimney

16 Dry Ice: A unique climb designed to reflect the ice axe technique used in real ice climbing. Climbers place their axes in holes in the top of each hold, which also doubles as the foothold and work their way steadily up the climb. Three routes indicated by the hold colour Great sense of balance and body movement Ability to anticipate required transfer of weight Feel good factor of beating this awesome challenge The ice axe experience

This is a Double Element that is designed for 2 climbers.

17 Face to Face: Very popular element utilising commercial gauge clear acrylic to provide a stimulating and highly original climbing challenge. Heaps of options for interactive fun with climbers on both sides striving to be first to the top. This is a Double Element that is designed for 2 climbers. Three routes indicated by the colour of the holds Climber needs to work out how to position their body to maintain balance Use the slopers, jugs, side pulls and underclings to good advantage Race your mate to the top Challenge your mate to mirror your moves

Coloured holds determine the degree of difficulty on this one Big moves required depending on

18 Hexed: Climb the honeycomb created by these unique hexagonal shaped holds. A visually stimulating challenge that offers many different routes to the top. Coloured holds determine the degree of difficulty on this one Big moves required depending on the colour of the route Balance and good coordination required Deciding which coloured route to choose Really positive hand holds

19 Inflated: Double sided challenge with a real difference... colourful permanently inflated tubes with holds on both sides. Climbers make it difficult for each other by creating unpredictable movement as they bounce and climb. This is a Double Element that is designed for 2 climbers. Three routes indicated by the hold colour Bullet proof holds but slippery sloping foot holds require careful and precise placement Maintaining balance during transitions while the tubes are bouncing in and out Bright and breezy challenge with unusual climbing holds Laugh a minute action on this constantly moving wobbly wall

There are a choice of two different routes up to the cargo net and then climbers face the task of grappling their way to

20 Jungle Gym: A tough physical challenge that has proven to be a natural draw card for climbers of all ages, male and female. There are a choice of two different routes up to the cargo net and then climbers face the task of grappling their way to the finish. This is a Double Element that is designed for 2 climbers. Two routes to the cargo net Strong arms and determination Stamina and good use of the core muscles A satisfying commando style challenge Crack this one and become a hero

This challenge requires good balance and strength combined with patience and determination.

21 Jungle Vines: Similar in nature to Spaghetti Junction but with much longer ropes and slatted footholds which require an altogether different climbing technique. This challenge requires good balance and strength combined with patience and determination. Three routes indicated by the rope colour Strong arms and good core muscles Steady legs and ability to hang out from the wall Commando style challenge Swinging on the ropes

Participants have a go at the lower level before moving up to the higher one to gain the admiration of spectators and a huge sense of achievement.

22 Leap of Faith: This is an immensely popular element which is a real personal challenge for many. The goal is to climb up the central pole and onto the jump platform from where the participant leaps out to catch hold of the trapeze. Participants have a go at the lower level before moving up to the higher one to gain the admiration of spectators and a huge sense of achievement. The position of the Trapeze can quickly and easily altered to suit the physicality and confidence of each participant. A mental and emotional challenge Courage, and the support and encouragement of others An adrenalin pumping challenge Diving into space from the top of a pole

A very different but ultimately satisfying experience. Hands go in the crack.

23 Lighting Crack: Beautifully presented climbing wall in the form of a lightning bolt. Climbing a crack is a unique challenge for climbers and the offset nature of this feature makes it even more interesting. A very different but ultimately satisfying experience. Hands go in the crack. Two options for footholds indicated by colour Side pull technique with both hands in the crack Angled crack demands good body positioning to maintain balance A unique climbing experience Just getting to the top of the lightning bolt

constant focus, specially when tackling the red route Three routes indicated by the hold colour Strong fingers for the

24 Morse Code: Climb the message that says Clip N Climb is fantastic fun! A disarmingly simple looking climb but one that quickly turns into quite a challenge with rubber holds that require constant focus, specially when tackling the red route Three routes indicated by the hold colour Strong fingers for the round pinch holds Good use of leg muscles to drive the climber up to the next hand hold Work out the message with the use of the Morse Code Alphabet Try climbing just the dots!

25 Orbital: A unique interactive challenge thanks to some clever technology in the background. Each of the offset discs rotates to the left and right leaving little time for thinking or resting on the way to the top. Got to move quickly to beat this challenge By using the holds on the rotating discs Speed and good balance Fast hands and accurate footwork Maintaining your balance Spinning your way to the top

indicated by the colour behind the holds fronts Stamina required while identifying the orientation of the holds Patience to work

26 Red Square: Climbing is all about problem solving and the solution is not immediately clear with this challenge. All the hold fronts are the same and it is only by careful inspection that the various routes to the top are revealed Three routes indicated by the colour behind the holds fronts Stamina required while identifying the orientation of the holds Patience to work through the maze of jugs, underclings and side pulls Hold pattern has the look of the popular Tetris game Discovery that this challenge is not as simple as it looks

Challenging for fit and flexible adults who can work their way to the top via the most difficult route using the

27 Skyscraper: One of the most popular Clip N Climb elements. Excellent first climb for younger climbers who can go straight up the middle as if they were climbing a ladder. Challenging for fit and flexible adults who can work their way to the top via the most difficult route using the under-cling handholds Three routes indicated by coloured squares Climb with hands and feet in same colour squares Climb using under-cling handholds Stunning bright lights and colour Can be climbed like a ladder

The rope ends are now fitted with a handhold to provide a positive grip for climbers Three routes indicated by rope colours

28 Spaghetti Junction: Short trailing ropes and organic foothold shapes with shallow edges make this an exciting and physical challenge. A great work out for both arms on a climb that requires balance and strength. The rope ends are now fitted with a handhold to provide a positive grip for climbers Three routes indicated by rope colours Routes twist and wind up to the top Angled foothold surfaces create additional difficulty Funky looking got to climb it challenge Action packed ascent with lots of swinging

Usually set-up in pairs but can be installed as a single element with the Timer being used to decide who climbed fastest The

29 Speed Climb: Hugely popular with Clip N Climb customers of all sizes and age groups. It provides for the naturally competitive instincts within us all. Usually set-up in pairs but can be installed as a single element with the Timer being used to decide who climbed fastest The fastest way you can, all the holds are available Getting good solid handgrips first time every time Placing feet quickly to provide the drive and energy to climb quickly Race your mate to the top Beat your own PB (personal best)

balance and careful footwork to avoid the drop No hands, with hands, and blindfold Staying calm

30 Stairway to Heaven: This is a signature element within Clip N Climb and one that is always busy. No hands required, climbers are challenged instead to walk their way to the top, using steady balance and careful footwork to avoid the drop No hands, with hands, and blindfold Staying calm and well balanced Good footwork and body position Scaling the wobbly poles Jumping off the top pole

Foot placement like the side challenge is on sloped steel rails.

31 Steelworks: Great looking element with two distinct and steely challenges. On the back wall the climber must grapple their way to the top using the red bars. Foot placement like the side challenge is on sloped steel rails. The side climb is like climbing the inside of a door jamb Two distinct climbs... back wall and the sides Strong arms and good footwork Use of opposing forces using both hands and feet Great satisfaction in beating these slippery challenges Cheesegrater descent if you don t keep your elbows in!

Traditional bolt-on climbing holds require climbers to utilise a variety of techniques Three routes indicated by

32 The Crag: Beautifully sculpted in fiberglass this element gives climbers an opportunity to climb a natural looking rockface. The features provide additional challenges as the climber works up to the overhang at the top. Traditional bolt-on climbing holds require climbers to utilise a variety of techniques Three routes indicated by the hold colour Careful foot placement Good choice of hand grips Looks like the real thing Feels like a real challenge

There is no right or wrong way to climb Triffid, it all depends on the size of the climber.

33 Triffid: A super interesting organic looking wall that is one of the more challenging elements in the Clip N Climb portfolio. The large three dimensional holds invite climbers to grip them in many different ways. There is no right or wrong way to climb Triffid, it all depends on the size of the climber. Micro features on the shapes provide extra handhold opportunities Anyway you can or just using the central core Good problem solving skills Strong fingers and leg muscles Enjoying a real jack and the beanstalk challenge The tactile excitement of the triffid shapes

A double sided element which accommodates 2 climbers at the same time.

34 Twister: An absolutely stunning and powerful visual attraction. Twister is not only a centre piece of any Clip N Climb, it is a great climbing challenge. A double sided element which accommodates 2 climbers at the same time. On one side the holds are jugs and on the other side underclings There are many interesting ways to get to the top of Twister Delicate footwork Good sense of balance Discovering new ways to the top Peeping round the corners at the other climber

A novel challenge that reflects the need for climbers to transfer their centre of gravity over their lead foot

35 Velcro: Wearing gloves with a huge Velcro Dot on the palm, the climber presses them against the special carpet to provide balance. A novel challenge that reflects the need for climbers to transfer their centre of gravity over their lead foot before moving on Three routes indicated by the disc colour Accurate placement of Velcro gloves to ensure balance Good footwork and transfer of weight Trying to hang on to that surface Doing it till you finally beat it

Vertical Drop Slide: This slide is an out of the ordinary experience. Each participant is kitted out in a skydive suit ( to control the amount of friction ) and a helmet.

This is a challenge of choice and participants can let go at any time they choose.

36 Vertical Drop Slide: This slide is an out of the ordinary experience. Each participant is kitted out in a skydive suit ( to control the amount of friction ) and a helmet. Then they hold on to a handlebar and are pulled up the face of the slide using a winch controlled by a Clip N Climb supervisor. This is a challenge of choice and participants can let go at any time they choose. Participants going to the top of a 9 metre slide will have 3 metres of freefall before engaging seamlessly with the slide and through the radius and up to the end of the slide Routes to the bottom Just the one Holding on to that handlebar The courage to give it a go Dropping into the void from a great height Enjoying the truly exhilarating adrenalin rush

The transfer between vertical and traverse is another challenge in its own right Three routes by choice of handhold.

37 Zigg Zagg: This climb has a snakes and ladders look to it but involves a series of challenges. Traversing from left to right and vice versa with vertical sections in between, the climber weaves their way to the top. The transfer between vertical and traverse is another challenge in its own right Three routes by choice of handhold... jug, undercling or pinch Core muscles are required to stay close to the wall Shuffling traversing technique Frequent changes of direction Thrill of traversing on the edge

38 Aliens 1.2 x 2.2 meters Big Cheese 1.2 x 2.2 meters Checkerplate 1.2 x 2.2 meters Cloud x 2.2 meters Diamonds 1.2 x 2.2 meters Dry Ice 1.2 x 2.2 meters Hexed 1.2 x 2.2 meters Skyscraper 1.2 x 2.2 meters Spaghetti 1.2 x 2.2 meters Triffid 1.2 x 2.2 meters Clip 'n Climb - Kids Equipment

Climbing outside the box

Climbing outside the box Catalogue of Challenges Contents... Aliens Amazing Astroball Big Cheese Caving Ladder TreeTrunk Rope Checkerplate Cloud 9 Dark Tower Diamonds Dome Chimney Dry Ice Face to Face