Strength is not a gender, or, Why technology is more important than muscle power – and why learning spaces are crucial

Speaker: Ruth Morell und Bettina Schimmelpfennig (Institut für Arboristik)
Friday 11/13/2026
11:00 am - 11:45 am
Foyer East Stage
German
English

Do women and FLINTA people need their own SKT courses – or is this actually about something entirely different? This talk explores why professional rope climbing requires far more than just physical strength, and how the learning environment, trust and a culture of learning from mistakes influence the development of skills.

Drawing on experiences from specialised SKT courses, the talk explores role models, pressure to perform, technical competence and the question of how learning environments must be designed to enable people to realise their potential. The requirements, examinations and safety standards remain unchanged.

https://www.institut-arboristik.de/

Speaker

Ruth Morell
Inhaberin
Institut für Arboristik

Speaker

Bettina Schimmelpfennig
Ausbilderin
Baumpflege am See

Women at height, Presentation, Industrial climbing, Climbing & bouldering, Tree care

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