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American climber Alex Honnold’s ascent of Taipei 101 has sparked interest in climbing in Taiwan. But Ershui Junior High in Changhua is ahead of the curve. The school boasts the county’s largest climbing facility, where students are required to take six classes every semester. Students who climb 15 meters to the top even get a special certificate at graduation.

Wearing full protective equipment under the careful observation of their teachers and parents, students take on this extreme adventure park. There’s also this...

A 15-meter climbing wall. Ershui Junior High School in Changhua has the county’s largest climbing wall, as well as other facilities like a giant ladder and zipline.

Member of public
It’s pretty good. They get a chance to experience different kinds of activities than students at other schools.

Wu Chien-chung
Ershui Junior High principal
We’re making good use of these facilities. At the moment, every student has about six classes here every semester where they climb or do other adventuring activities. If they can conquer the climbing wall, then they’ll get a signed certificate as a keepsake. It’s unique for a graduation.

American climber Alex Honnold’s successful free solo of Taipei 101 has sparked interest in climbing across Taiwan, and brought attention to the school. Since students take six climbing classes every semester, if they’re able to reach the top of the 15-meter-high wall, they’ll get a special diploma declaring them as the most accomplished climbers in Changhua.

Wu Chien-chung
Ershui Junior High principal
We do our best to encourage the students to try it out. Like rock climbing, not everyone will make it to the top, but the point is to try. To challenge yourself.

Exposure to extreme sports from a young age challenges these students’ physical strength, mental agility, and endurance, teaching them how to grow from adversity.

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