Chris Sharma
Keynote Speaker: Professional Rock Climber, Ambassador & Entrepreneur; Co-Creator of Max's "The Climb" with Jason Momoa
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Chris Sharma Biography
Chris Sharma is one of the greatest and most influential rock climbers of all time, distinguished by his exceptional athletic ability and visionary first ascents. Continuously setting the standard for world-class climbing, Sharma has pushed the boundaries of the sport’s potential across multiple disciplines.
Sharma discovered climbing as a child in Santa Cruz, California, at the Pacific Edge Climbing Gym, during a time when the sport was still a relatively new phenomenon. Known as “one of the first climbing-gym-generation kids,” he stood out early on, establishing himself as a prodigy by winning the Adult Open Bouldering Nationals at just 14 years old.
That initial victory marked the start of a career filled with groundbreaking accomplishments. At 15, Sharma made the first ascent of Boone Speed’s legendary project Necessary Evil, then the hardest sport climb in North America. But this was only the beginning. In the years that followed, he turned heads by freeing Biographie/Realization, the world’s first 5.15a, and completing the first ascent of the 5.15b route Jumbo Love. Decades later, Sharma has established over a dozen routes graded 5.15a and higher.
Sharma’s relentless pursuit of the most beautiful and difficult rock climbs eventually led him to an unexpected place: water. He became renowned as a pioneer of deep water soloing, or Psicobloc, a discipline where climbers ascend without protection over water to break their falls. He pushed the sport into the spotlight through his legendary 2007 ascent of El Pontas, 5.15a, which climbs the underbelly of a magnificent arch in the middle of the ocean in Mallorca, Spain.
Today, Sharma owns several Sharma Climbing gyms throughout Spain and continues to put up some of the hardest routes in the world. He is equally passionate about inspiring the next generation of climbers, as demonstrated by his 2023 HBO Max competition series, "The Climb," created with his longtime friend Jason Momoa. The groundbreaking show was the first of its kind, showcasing the full spectrum of what sport climbing can offer.
From Santa Cruz to Spain, Sharma has spent a lifetime pushing the limits, and he’s not slowing down anytime soon. He is a climber in a class of his own.
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Known for pushing the limits of climbing, he shares lessons on resilience, creativity, and flow—what it means to stay present and committed through challenge. With a calm, thoughtful delivery and stories that span from childhood breakthroughs to iconic ascents, Chris inspires audiences to pursue bold goals, embrace discomfort, and find purpose in the climb itself.
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What topics does Chris Sharma speak about?
Chris Sharma is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Adventure, Climbing, Athlete, Extreme Sports, Sports, Sports Motivation, Entrepreneurship, Social Activism, Philanthropy, Motivational, Television & Film and Reality TV.
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Chris Sharma generally travels from Gavà, Spain and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Chris Sharma is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Adventure, Climbing and Athlete. The estimated speaking fee range to book Chris Sharma for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Chris Sharma generally travels from Gavà, Spain and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Conrad Anker, Emily Harrington and Tommy Caldwell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chris Sharma for an upcoming event.
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Chris’s speaking sessions blend the spirit of adventure with deep personal reflection.
Known for pushing the limits of climbing, he shares lessons on resilience, creativity, and flow—what it means to stay present and committed through challenge. With a calm, thoughtful delivery and stories that span from childhood breakthroughs to iconic ascents, Chris inspires audiences to pursue bold goals, embrace discomfort, and find purpose in the climb itself.
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Chris Sharma on his Ascent to Climbing’s Top Athlete
When rock climber Chris Sharma finds himself suspended over the water, clinging from a precarious cliff overhanging violent waves, he knows exactly what the stakes are. As he clambers his way up, searching for the right path, Sharma almost always feels his grip start to slip.
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How do I book Chris Sharma to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Chris Sharma for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Chris Sharma, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Chris Sharma or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Chris Sharma for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Chris Sharma, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Chris Sharma are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chris Sharma, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Chris Sharma speak about?
Chris Sharma is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Adventure, Climbing, Athlete, Extreme Sports, Sports, Sports Motivation, Entrepreneurship, Social Activism, Philanthropy, Motivational, Television & Film and Reality TV. -
Where does Chris Sharma travel from?
Chris Sharma generally travels from Gavà, Spain and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Chris Sharma?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chris Sharma for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chris Sharma for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chris Sharma or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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