I’ve recently picked up climbing as a hobby (3 weeks ago) and I’m struggling to do the majority of the V3s that I attempt. I’m able to do V1s and V2s pretty easily, but there are specific techniques or tricks in V3s that I guess I haven’t picked up yet (e.g. crimping, heel hooks, dynos).
Do you folks have any suggestions or routines on how to improve and progress? How was your first experience with climbing?
Edit: Thanks a ton for the advice! It seems I’ve been spoiled by my progression from v0-v2, so I was expecting v3 to take a similar amount of time. It seems that I’ll need to think a lot more about these problems!
V3 and v4 are typically where beginners find themselves struggling.
What you may find helpful is watching skilled climbers on YouTube or in your gym. I like Magnus and Bouldering Bobats on YouTube. Seeing how skilled climbers approach problems can be helpful for learning techniques.
If your gym offers classes, sign up! It’s a great way to learn with a group and improve directly.
Ultimately, it took me a few months of climbing before I was easily doing V3’s.