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The Bangkok Clutch competitions are a two-day bouldering tournament that will take place November 7–8, 2026 in two gyms in Bangkok. Qualifiers take place on November 7 at Balance Prime in the Sathorn district, while the semifinal and final are on November 8 at Balance Climbing on Rama 9. Spectators can attend the final day for free; on the qualifying day, only competitors and staff are admitted to the gym.
The tournament is presented by Balance Climbing and Balance Prime. Competitors will go through qualifying on the bouldering routes, after which the competition continues with the semifinal and finals. If you plan to attend as a spectator, plan on Sunday, November 8, since that is when the final stages open to spectators take place.
Competition format
The tournament offers four categories. The Youth category is for competitors under 14. The Origins and Intermediate categories are open to those 14 and older; for Origins, the listed requirements also include little or no competition experience and no status as a national team athlete. The Open category admits competitors aged 15 and up with competition experience.
On the qualifying day, competitors will climb 50 boulders. For competitors, it is a chance to test themselves on a series of routes, and for spectators, a chance to see how athletes handle different challenges on the wall. Qualifying for the Youth category is scheduled for 09:00–11:00. The first round for the Origins, Intermediate and Open categories is listed in the schedule from 12:00 to 14:30.
On the second day, the semifinal and final are scheduled. Stage names follow the organizer’s program; check the current schedule and any possible changes before your trip.
When and where
Qualifying will take place on November 7 in the Balance Prime gym, Sathorn district. Venue address: 9th floor of the Sathorn Prime Building, 26 Naradhiwas-Rajanagarindra Road, Yannawa, Sathorn, Bangkok, 10120.
The semifinal and final will be held on November 8 in the Balance Climbing gym on Rama 9. Address: 1st floor of The Shoppes at Belle shopping center, 131 Rama 9 Road, Huai Khwang district, Bangkok, 10310.
The venues are in different districts, so allow for moving between them on different days. For planning your trip around the city, it helps to check the guide to transport in Bangkok. The organizer warns that the schedule and format may change.
Participation requirements
Spectator admission is free on November 8. On November 7, only competitors and staff are admitted to the gym for qualifying, so this day is not suitable for spectators to attend freely.
The participation fee depends on the category: 1,390 baht for Youth and Origins, 1,590 baht for Intermediate and Open. For the Intermediate category, competitors must not be national team athletes; for the other categories, the age and experience specified for each category are taken into account.
Detailed information about travel and city routes can be checked against the guide to Bangkok. Before your visit, check with the organizer whether the time, format and access conditions have changed.
Frequently Asked Questions ❓
When do the Bangkok Clutch competitions take place?
The competitions are scheduled for November 7 and 8, 2026. Qualifying will take place on November 7, and the semifinal and final on November 8. The organizer may change the schedule.
Can I attend the qualifying round as a spectator?
On November 7, only competitors and staff are admitted to the gym. The final day, November 8, is open to spectators, and admission that day is free.
How much does it cost to take part in the tournament?
The fee is 1,390 baht for the Youth and Origins categories, and 1,590 baht for Intermediate and Open. Eligibility depends on age and experience in the chosen category.
Conclusion
The Bangkok Clutch competitions bring together qualifying, the semifinal and the finals in bouldering at two venues in Bangkok. If you want to watch the final stages, come on November 8: admission for spectators is free that day.