Indiana Chapman

ABOUT ME:

I am an 18-year-old professional climber from Toronto, Canada. My dad introduced me to climbing when I was 7 years old, and I’ve been obsessed with the sport ever since! I am really proud to climb for Team Canada, and I love to travel and compete. Alongside competitions, I love climbing and projecting outside, which is a big switch from climbing on plastic for my whole career.

I am currently training hard for the next season of World Cups, and a few outdoor projects as well. Climbing has shaped the person I am today. And I am so grateful for the climbing community, my family and friends, and amazing companies like La Sportiva for supporting me as I climb and grow in the sport.

PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

2017 | Winning the Youth Pan American Championships in lead.
2017 - 2018 |Placing 4th at the Youth World Championships in bouldering 2 years in a row.
2017-2019 | Being nominated as the best Canadian Female Youth Climber of the year - 3 years in a row.
2022 | 1st place as the Canadian Open Lead National Championships 
2022 | Respresenting Team Canada in the 2022 World Cup Season

Q+A: 

Who is your favorite climbing partner?

My favorite climbing partner is my dad, Matthew Chapman. He has been my coach for most of my climbing career, and no one knows me better. He pushes me to be the best climber and person I can be, and he is always creating amazing training content.

What was the first La Sportiva product you tried?

The first La Sportiva product that I tried was the Futura climbing shoes. That was over 5 years ago - and they’re still my favorite shoes today!

Which charity/advocacy organizations do you support or belong to?

I support Yonge Street Mission, which is a non-profit organization based in Toronto. YSM does amazing work to help the poor in our city.

APE INDEX:

I am 5’1” and my ape index is 5’1.5”