Running a climbing gym or bouldering competition but struggling to track and display rankings? Tired of updating whiteboards by hand or dealing with complex competition software that costs hundreds per month? Many climbing gym owners and competition organizers face the same challenge: finding an affordable way to engage their community with clear, professional-looking leaderboards.
Here's how to create a dynamic online leaderboard that displays climbers' rankings in real-time, works on any device, and keeps your climbing community engaged throughout competitions and gym challenges.
Why Digital Leaderboards Transform Climbing Events
Traditional ranking methods create unnecessary friction:
- Handwritten whiteboards require constant manual updates and become hard to read
- Complex competition software costs hundreds monthly and requires training to use
- Paper-based tracking doesn't allow remote viewing for friends and family
- Static displays fail to create excitement and engagement during events
A digital leaderboard eliminates these problems by providing instant updates, professional appearance, and easy access for all participants and spectators.
Choose Your Setup Method
KeepTheScore offers two approaches depending on your needs and current workflow:
Perfect for climbing gyms and competitions because it's:
- Lightweight and fast – no software installations or complex setup required
- Easy to update – changes appear instantly across all devices
- Cost-effective – free tier available with affordable upgrades
- Brandable – customize colors, logos, and layout to match your gym
- Accessible everywhere – participants can check rankings from home, work, or mobile
Setting Up Your Climbing Leaderboard
You have 2 primary options for creating your leaderboard:
1. Use an Existing Excel File
For gym owners or competition organizers already tracking data in Excel, this is the most straightforward method. Perform your calculations within Excel and upload the file to generate your leaderboard. To update, simply re-upload the Excel file. This method is great for detailed tracking of climbers' progress and rankings.
To begin, click the button below 👇
After creation, customize your leaderboard's appearance through the "SETTINGS" menu. For more on customization options, visit our leaderboard customization guide.
2. Create a Basic Leaderboard
If you prefer not to use Excel, select this option. It results in a simpler leaderboard, with a single score per climber or team.
- Click the button above and fill in your leaderboard's basic information.
- Enter details such as climbers' names and optionally add logos or emojis for a personal touch.
- After clicking "CREATE LEADERBOARD," your leaderboard will be ready and accessible online.
Updates to standings and scores can be made directly on the platform.
💡 Tip: Premium users can further personalize their leaderboard by uploading a custom logo. Use a PNG with a transparent background for optimal results.
Engage Your Climbing Community
Once your leaderboard is set up, share it with participants and spectators to enhance the competition experience:
- Click "SHARE" to ready your leaderboard for sharing.
- Choose your preferred sharing method. For public scores, Share the public link is most straightforward.
- Your leaderboard is now live for all to see.
If you want to do more with your leaderboard, you can also
Free to Start, Professional When You Need It
Free tier includes:
- Unlimited climber entries and score updates
- Mobile-friendly viewing for all participants
- Basic customization and sharing options
- Ad-supported display
Premium upgrades available for custom branding, ad-free experience, and advanced features. See our pricing page for options that fit your gym or event budget.
Your climbing community will appreciate having rankings they can check anytime, anywhere – no more crowding around a whiteboard to see who's leading!
