World Extreme Games pump up the adrenaline
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Life in Shanghai can be pretty extreme on its own, when even crossing the street or getting on the Metro can be a daredevil adventure. With the growing popularity of heart-racing extreme sports all over the city, you can enjoy the real excitement of pushing the boundaries on what it means to be human by experiencing sports that are both physically and mentally demanding.
The world’s most prestigious action sports competition, Kia World Extreme Games 2015 will return to Shanghai for the ninth time over five thrilling days from April 28 to May 3.
As one of the most action-packed sports competitions taking place in Shanghai, the Kia World Extreme Games is an annual must for fans of such sports. More than 200 top athletes from 25 countries and regions will compete in the games.
Extreme Carnival
Free climbing? Go!
Extreme sports mean …
Generally speaking, extreme sports mostly refer to BMX (bicycle motocross) racing, skateboarding, inline skating and climbing.
BMX
Skateboarding
Inline skating
Climbing
Where to try climbing in city
As one of the earliest climbing gyms in Shanghai, it has both indoor and outdoor walls. All the walls have different colors to distinguish the degree of difficulty. The green wall is said to be the easiest. Professional coaches will guide climbers. The gym often holds rock climbing activities and lectures to promote the sport. It also has a venue in Zhenjiang, Jiangsu Province.
Scan the QR code or visit www.idealshanghai.com/venues/11881/ for more info.
Owned by the famous sportswear brand The North Face, it is one of the best high-end climbing gyms in Shanghai. Located near Nanjing Road Pedestrain Mall, it draws numerous visitors to enjoy the trendy place with a modern design, complete climbing facilities and professional coaches.
Scan the QR code or visit www.idealshanghai.com/venues/17154/ for more info.
Beginners will find this facility a good introduction to the sport since its climbing walls are not so high or difficult. Climbing walls are white with colorful holds in various shapes. The coaches are skillful and provide some useful tips. Video game machines are provided during rest periods.
Scan the QR code or visit www.idealshanghai.com/venues/11880/ for more info.
As a trailblazer in the sport, it has been open since 1997. Its six climbing walls are designed according to international standards. Their different colors represent different levels of difficulty. You can choose a wall according to your climbing skills. It also has a spacious training room with Nordic landscapes.
Scan the QR code or visit www.idealshanghai.com/venues/11582/ for more info.
Climbing tips
When you’re climbing, you’re defying not only the laws of gravity but also redefining your possibilities and overcoming your limitations. Climbing is all about movement in a different kind of terrain than what we find in our normal lives — the vertical world.
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