Hi rita Sorry for such a late response! I don't really have much to advise on starting a career as a climber. I have worked as a guide for many years now but its more of a life style than a career. I think there is no money to be made in climbing and as for sponsorship you will be lucky to get a few bits of free equipment every now and again. Not really a good career option, most "pro" level climbing athletes also have a full or part time job to sustain there existence. I recommend climbing for fun :-) Hope to meet you in October at the Liming climbing festival. Kind regards Eben