Your Route to CWA Membership
All the beta to get set up, feel connected, and start seeing value from your membership right away.
Good news, your gym is now a CWA member—welcome to the CWA community!
Your gym’s CWA membership means you now also have access to the tools, resources, and connections that support stronger teams and better climbing experiences.
We’ll help you get set up, explore what’s available to you, and show you how to tap into your network and start getting value right away.
Our goal is simple: help you feel confident, connected, and fully equipped from day one.
Start Utilizing Your Gym's CWA Membership
Create your Member Account
In order to start using your CWA membership, you will need to create a CWA account if you don't already have one. During the account setup, be sure to select your correct gym from the dropdown. Then, your gym's CWA admin/primary contact will need to go to their Member Compass and approve your account (located under their People tab).
Explore Member Compass
This is your home base for billing, resources, certifications, events, and connections across the industry.
Join a Virtual Member Orientation
Get a guided tour of your membership and ask questions live with our Membership Manager, Tilde Bombardo. Learn how to get started with everything and where to find the most valuable resources for your role and gym type. This orientation is open to any of your team members and is offered monthly with the first one kicking off June 2026!
Tools, Certifications and Resources to Strengthen Your Gym
Your CWA membership gives you immediate access to practical tools that support stronger operations, teams, and member experiences. These are some of our most-used resources — and they’re available to you right now.
The Value of Our CWA Community
You're now part of a connected network of gym owners, operators, routesetters, instructors, and industry partners who share ideas, solve challenges, and support one another every day. Because the best solutions in this industry are rarely built alone.
Member Directory
Find and connect with gyms, vendors, and professionals across the industry.
Community Conversations and Roundtables
Join peer discussions on operations, routesetting, leadership, risk management, and more.
Community Hub Forums
Access shared knowledge, conversations, and resources from fellow CWA members.
Member Only Benefits
Your CWA membership is built to support your day-to-day operations as well as the long-term strength of your gym. Here are a few member-only benefits you can start using right away: