Ashima Shiraishi

Ashima Shiraishi, a remarkable American rock climber, was born on April 3, 2001, in the vibrant city of New York, NY. Her incredible journey in the world of rock climbing began at the tender age of six, when she first started climbing at Rat Rock in Central Park alongside her father. As she honed her skills and dedication over the years, Ashima rapidly ascended the ranks, becoming one of the top boulderers and sport climbers globally. At present, she is widely regarded as the most exceptional teenage climber of either gender, boasting an impressive array of accolades that include first-place finishes in prestigious international competitions, multiple first female and youngest ascents, and lucrative corporate sponsorships. Furthermore, Ashima's remarkable achievements have been showcased in several short documentary-style films, and she is the subject of the critically acclaimed documentary short "Return to the Red" (2012).