New Zealand Speed Climber
World Climbing Youth Championship · Arco, Italy · July 2026
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Levi Dickinson is 15 years old, from Tauranga, New Zealand. He has been selected to represent New Zealand at the World Climbing Youth Championship in Arco, Italy, 18–25 July 2026. One of the most prestigious youth climbing events in the world. He trains with Speed Climbing New Zealand, competes in Youth B (U17), and turns 16 mid-competition.
Speed climbing is the sprint of the climbing world. Two athletes race side by side up a standardised 15-metre wall. The route never changes, the clock starts at zero, and it's over in seconds.
Rock Master Climbing Stadium · Arco, Italy · 18–25 July 2026
Athletes from over 50 countries. The biggest stage of Levi's career.
Official Event Page →Levi will be posting training, prep, and live updates from the competition on Instagram. Follow along and be part of the journey.
@levispeedathlete
There are a few ways you can help Levi get to Arco.
The best way to support is to follow @levispeedathlete on Instagram. Levi will share the full build-up, the trip to Italy, and live updates from the competition.
Follow on Instagram →Share Levi's story with your network. Every new follower and share helps build the profile of New Zealand speed climbing on the world stage.
Levi will work for it.
If you or your business have something that needs doing, Levi is up for it. Cleaning, moving, gardening, car washing, errands. No job too small. Help a Tauranga kid get to the World Championships.
Get in touch → @levispeedathleteWe'll be running community fundraising events in Tauranga. Sausage sizzles, raffles, car washes, and more. Come along, bring the family, and help send a local kid to the World Championships. Follow @levispeedathlete on Instagram to find out what's on and when.
Find out what's on → @levispeedathleteInterested in supporting Levi? DM @levispeedathlete on Instagram.