Climbing is an activity that has grown significantly in popularity over recent years all around the world. With the parallel rapid growth of technology, multiple applications have emerged combing climbing and VR/MR technologies, for entertainment and educational purposes as well as professional training. This paper proposes a VR climbing application that provides a holistic approach to rock climbing. With two distinct climbing modes available, one designed for a people with a fear of heights and one for people seeking for a thrilling experience- user experience and comfort is put first. Climbing holds on the wall are manually registered to align precisely with the virtual environment, which is developed using the Unity engine. Utilizing the HTC VIVE VR headset and VIVE trackers, users can see their virtual hands and feet within the VR environment, significantly enhancing immersion and realism. An accompanying Webb App, provides information on the VR climbing application and modes available. An educational video showcases the equipment used for the application, tips on improving climbing technique, muscle groups used when engaging in a climbing activity and the overall benefits of rock climbing. By integrating immersive VR experiences with informative educational content, this system delivers a holistic platform that promotes experiential learning, physical engagement, and skill development.

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