DECEMBERFEST'24

December 7th, save the date!! THE route competition at Allez Up in Pointe-Saint-Charles is back. It's not just climbing for the pros, there will be routes for all levels.And to top it all off, we're also planning games, a dj, pizza, beers and an after-party.

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ROUTES & GAMES

It’s that time of year to say thank you and celebrate the holiday season together with Decemberfest.

If you’ve never experienced Decemberfest, it’s a friendly competition with the vibe of a major event. It’s big, but stress-free! Picture tons of prizes to win through climbing games… you get the idea.

*Please note: Accompanying persons, coaches and fans are also welcome throughout the day, including the finals. They will have free access to the gym and can come and support their favorite competitors!

ROUTE CLIMBING COMP FOR ALL CLIMBERS

Once again this year, the Decemberfest will bring together climbers of all levels in 3 categories:

CITIZEN: (5.7 to 5.10+ / top rope) for climbers who want to compete for fun without pressure. 20 routes, in scramble format - the best 5 routes will count towards the final score.

ADVANCED: (5.11 to 5.12+ / lead) for climbers who want to make it a little spicy. 2 qualifying routes - flash-format with a pre-established order - the top 6 will qualify for the final.

OPEN: (5.12 + and + / lead) for climbers who aren't at their first rodeo. 2 qualifying routes - flash-format with a pre-established order - the top 6 will qualify for the final.

Everything will be in the festive spirit, with the gym entirely reset in Christmas colors.

*PLEASE NOTE: to take part in the competition, you must be accredited with Allez UP in Top Rope (citizen only) or Lead.  There will be no accreditation on the day of the event, so make sure you have done your test in advance

 

FINALS

The finalists (6 women and 6 men) in the Advanced and Open categories with the best results in the qualifying rounds will face off on the ultimate route.

The atmosphere will be great, with a crowd of spectators + a live dj-set + the gym plunged into darkness with only the spotlight on the climbers!

Podium finishers in all 3 categories will win prizes from our partners: Arc'Teryx - La Sportiva - Black Diamond.

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FUN & GIFTS

Decemberfest is all about bringing people together. And so that everyone can enjoy the moment and receive gifts, we've spiced up the competition with some climbing games!

Some of you will remember the classics : the Milk Crate Tower or the Gri-Gri Race! The good news is that they'll be there, but we've also got some fun and challenging new ones in store for you.

PROGRAM & COMPETITION REGISTRATION 

 

PROGRAM / SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7th

 

  8:30 - 16:30 : climbing comp - all categories

 

COMPLETE SCHEDULE

 

17:00 - 19:00 : break - launch of games + pizza + beers 

19:00 - 21:00 : finals - Advanced category (Women and Men) and Open category (Women and Men)

21:00 : awards ceremony - all categories 

from 21:15 : after party at 4 Origines Brewerie

 

*please note: this schedue is subject to change

 

PROGRAM / SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8th

 

  8:30 - 16:00 : coupe Quebec - B-C (D1) and JR-A-B (D2) categories

 

COMPLETE SCHEDULE

 

 


LINKS AND REGISTRATION DETAILS / SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7th

 

CITIZEN I 5.7 to 5.10+ / top rope:

 

REGISTER - MIXED

 

 

AVANCED I 5.11 to 5.12 / lead :

 

REGISTER - WOMEN   REGISTER - MEN 

 

OPEN I 5.12+ et + / premier de cordée :

 

REGISTER - WOMEN   REGISTER - MEN

 

 

LINKS AND REGISTRATION DETAILS / SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8th

FQME

 

*we invite you to register in the category that corresponds to your level of climbing / you can only register for 1 qualifying wave (limited number of places) / in the interest of fairness, we reserve the right to change a competitor's category if their level proves to be unsuitable.

DECEMBERFEST'24 x COUPE QUEBEC

This year, Decemberfest is combined with the Coupe Québec, adding a special touch to the competition. Here’s what to expect:

On December 7, 2024, we’re inviting youth from Category A and Jr Division 1 to join the Open category. The top climbers from these categories will have the chance to qualify for the Decemberfest Open finals, with 4 reserved spots for A-Jr athletes across all categories by gender. Participants in the A-Jr Division 1 category must register directly through the FQME, following the official rules and Running Order published for the event. They’ll follow the same guidelines as other Decemberfest participants.

On December 8, 2024, the Pointe-Saint-Charles climbing center will be closed to host two additional competitions as part of the Coupe Québec:

  • D1 for categories B and C
  • D2 for categories A and Junior

All Coupe Québec athletes must register directly via the FQME and ensure all registrations and licenses are up-to-date to participate.

JOIN OUR VOLUNTEER CREW

Join our team of volunteers and experience Decemberfest from the inside. Whether it's greeting participants, beeing a coordinator, belayer or judging. 

In exchange for your help, a Decemberfest'24 t-shirt, climbing passes for Allez UP and snacks / softs during your workday.

REGISTER
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GYM SCHEDULE AND CLOSURES

To set up an event of this scale, we need some time for preparation. We’re planning partial and/or full closures during the week leading up to the event:

  • Monday 2nd: Open
  • Tuesday 3rd: Partial closure
  • Wednesday 4th: Partial closure
  • Thursday 5th: Full closure
  • Friday 6th: Full closure
  • Saturday 7th: DECEMBERFEST
  • Sunday 8th: Coupe Québec
  • Monday 9th: Back to normal, gym opens at 6:30am

During this time, our VERDUN and MILE END gyms will remain open as per their regular schedules.

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FAQ

WHEN WILL THE RUNNING ORDER BE AVAILABLE?

On December 5th, the running order will be available to all open and advanced climbers via our website and email.

WHAT IS THE CITIZEN FORMAT?

It's a scramble of 20 routes, flash format.  There is no order to complete the routes, but they will be numbered in order of difficulty.  You'll have 3.5 hours to complete 5 routes.  Your 5 best results will be counted. Citizen comp is Top Rope only. Each route will be separated into 3 zones (2+Top) to refine the scores in case of a tie.

 

IN CITIZEN, CAN I TRY ROUTE MORE THAN ONCE?

Yes, but before giving a 2nd try on a route, no participant must be waiting to give his/her first try. All participants who have not made the first attempt have priority to climb the route.

 

IN CITIZEN, DOES MY 2ND TRY COUNT IN MY TOTAL?

 

Yes, but keep in mind that before giving a 2nd try on a route, no participant must be waiting to give his/her first try. All participants who have not made the first attempt have priority to climb the route.

 

CAN I STAY ALL DAY?

No, sorry. To give everyone registered a chance to climb, you'll need to keep to the schedule you chose when you registered.

CITIZEN CLASSIFICATION

The routes are the same for all categories: Men and Women. However, there will be a podium and prizes for each gender.

JUNIOR RANKING AND CATEGORIES

There will be a junior ranking even if the competition is not sanctioned. However, there will be no podium or prizes for these classification.

An appropriate box will be filled in on the participant's scorecard

JR - Participants born in 2005 or 2006 // A - Participants born in 2007 or 2008 // B - Participants born in 2009 or 2010 // C - Participants born in 2011 or 2012 // D - Participants born in 2013 or 2014

DO I NEED TO BUY TICKETS FOR THE FINAL?

No, the final is open to all and free of charge.

IS IT POSSIBLE TO ONLY TAKE PART IN THE GAMES AND ACTIVITIES?

Games and activities are reserved for competitors (regardless of category).

WILL THERE BE FOOD AND DRINKS?

Starting at 5:00 p.m., there will be pizza, beverages and beer for sale. Our fridge will also be stocked with our usual range of sandwich and pastrie.

WHERE'S THE AFTER-PARTY?

Next door, at microbrewerie Les 4 Origines 1300 rue Saint-Patrick

WILL ALLEZ UP SUPPLY THE ROPES?

Yes, but you can bring your own rope. We recommend not putting the ropes in your mouth to clip.

WHO WILL BELAY ME? AND DO I HAVE TO BELAY?

The 2nd climber following you on the running order will be your designated belayer. You can ask another belayer if you prefer. Be aware that you are also the designated belayer of the 2nd climber ahead of you on the running order.

 
TOP ROPE OR LEAD?

The open and advanced formats will be lead only, and the recreational format will be top rope only.

CAN I TRY THE ROUTES ON SUNDAY DECEMBER 8?

No, the gym will be closed Sunday too for a Youth COUPE QC event. All the routes will be accessible starting Monday Dec.9th and will remain on the walls after Decemberfest, even the qualifying routes.

HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?

Contact [email protected]

CAN I COME AND CLIMB ON DECEMBERFEST DAY?

The Pointe Saint Charles gym will be reserved for competition on the day of Decemberfest as well as the following day (sunday) - only competitors will be allowed to climb. Our Verdun and Mile End gyms remain open as usual.