IFSC (International Federation of Sport Climbing)

The International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) is the global governing body for competitive sport climbing. It organizes and oversees international competitions across disciplines like lead climbing, speed climbing, and bouldering. The IFSC sets the rules, standards, and qualification processes to ensure fair and consistent competition worldwide. It also promotes the development and recognition of sport climbing as an official sport, aspiring to include it in major events like the Olympics. Essentially, the IFSC helps coordinate, regulate, and grow competitive sport climbing internationally, fostering its athletes and making the sport accessible to a global audience.