Anne-Worley Moelter Named New CEO of Movement

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Anne-Worley Moelter Named New CEO of Movement
Anne-Worley Moelter
Anne-Worley Moelter (pictured)—a longtime leader in the climbing industry and an original founder of the first Movement gyms, in Colorado—has now stepped into the CEO role at the company, which has grown to become the largest climbing gym developer in the world. (Photo courtesy of Movement Climbing, Yoga and Fitness)
Anne-Worley Moelter was recently named as the new Chief Executive Officer for all Movement gyms—an appointment that took effect immediately. Moelter replaced Jeremy Levitt, who had served as Movement’s CEO since 2022. “I am honored to take on the CEO role at such a pivotal time for Movement,” Moelter said in a statement. “Having served on the Board for the last five years, I’m eager to roll up my sleeves and work more closely with this incredible team.” Under Levitt’s two years of leadership, Movement added more than 10 gyms to its footprint, particularly via acquisitions of The Cliffs and Summit facilities. Today, Movement is the largest climbing gym developer in the world, with 30 open gyms (across nine states) and three planned gyms on the way. In speaking with CBJ about the reasons for the CEO change, Moelter was quick to thank Levitt, while also indicating an intent to refocus on the three offerings at the “core” of Movement: climbing, yoga and fitness. “My hope is that as a large organization we can stay true to our strong culture and really provide just outstanding [experiences] for team members, members and guests,” Moelter explained. “So, it was really just a ‘coming back’ to who Movement is.”
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 This appointment marks Anne-Worley Moelter’s second term as CEO; she held the inaugural role when she and her husband, Mike, built the first Movement gym, a facility in Boulder, in 2009. Two gym builds in Denver followed over the next decade, essentially kicking off a network of Movement gyms that would later merge with Planet Granite and Earth Treks and eventually span the country. In addition to her work with Movement, Anne-Worley Moelter has been a highly influential figure in the climbing industry for decades. She served as an owner of the American Bouldering Series for a time, and she was USA Climbing’s first Executive Director. She also held positions on the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) board, as well as the Access Fund’s board.
Movement Boulder opening staff photo
Moelter—pictured far right, second row from the back, in Movement Boulder’s opening staff photo—will be leading a larger gym community today that now spans 30+ locations. “My hope is that as a large organization we can stay true to our strong culture and really provide just outstanding [experiences] for team members, members and guests,” says Moelter.
Moelter has long been a proponent of—and an active participant in—the climbing, yoga and fitness trifecta that is part of Movement’s branding. She told CBJ, “When Mike and I opened the first, I’ll call it the ‘legacy’ Movement in Boulder, one of the pillars of what we wanted to do was show that a climbing and fitness facility could actually be that—it could be climbing with true yoga and fitness offerings. And with what we were able to do, we had people join the gym for not just climbing, but for those other areas. As a society, I think we have—over the last couple of decades—really started to take a much more holistic approach to health and well-being that also includes community, and also different disciplines. So, yes, I am a die-hard ‘lifer’ when it comes to climbing, but at the same time, I do yoga every week and it’s very much a part of what I do. I believe our team can continue to bring that back to the forefront.”
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 In a 2015 interview, speaking about gym ownership and operation, Moelter told CBJ, “At the end of the day, it’s really about having people feel like they belong somewhere.” Click here for an exclusive interview with Moelter about her new CEO role.

Join Rock Gym Pro at ABC Walls 2024 – Visit Us at Booth C5

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Join Rock Gym Pro at ABC Walls 2024 – Visit Us at Booth C5
abc walls rgp header image Are you headed to ABC Walls on September 19-20th in Rotherham, UK? If so, stop by and visit RGP at booth C5. Interested in Learning More About RGP? Before the event, consider scheduling a quick on-site demo. In this 15-minute overview, we’ll provide highlights on our key features and show how RGP can support your gym’s needs. Need Support? Members of the RGP Support Team will be on-site throughout the event to help you troubleshoot an issue or offer tips on getting the most out of Rock Gym Pro. Whether you have software queries or seek operational assistance, our experts are here to help. Catch Up on the Latest Features We’ll be sharing what’s new, what’s coming, and how our latest updates can make a difference for your gym. Stop by the booth for all the latest happenings at RGP. We Look Forward to Seeing You! We’re excited to connect at ABC Walls! Whether you’ve been using RGP for years or are new to the platform, we’re eager to show you why RGP continues to be the software of choice for climbing gyms worldwide. Founded in 2008, RGP is the industry-leading member management software for indoor rock climbing gyms. Designed to tackle the unique challenges faced by climbing gyms and health facilities, Rock Gym Pro is trusted by hundreds of high-volume facilities worldwide. Join us at booth C5 to experience firsthand why RGP is the software of choice for climbing gym professionals. See you there!
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Understanding Constants Over Time – CBJ Podcast with Claire Gordon

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Understanding Constants Over Time – CBJ Podcast with Claire Gordon
The Impact Driver Podcast with Claire Gordon
Graphic done by Climbing Business Journal; all photos courtesy of Claire Gordon
Today The Impact Driver host Holly Chen meets with Claire Gordon, a former competitive youth athlete turned coach and gym owner. Claire has a bachelor’s degree in psychology with an emphasis on development psychology, and her coaching spans from coast to coast; from First Ascent in Chicago to Planet Granite Portland (now Movement), ABC Kids Climbing in Boulder, and finally starting her own independent team, PinkPoint Training, in 2023. At PinkPoint, Claire does everything from coaching to administration to sponsorships and, of course, routesetting. If asked what her proudest climbing accomplishments are, Claire will say it’s her kids. Her athletes have gone to youth nationals, youth worlds, and are becoming lifelong lovers of the sport. In the summer of 2024, Claire achieved a lifelong dream of opening her own climbing gym and began The Campus Climbing in North Boulder, due to open in early 2025. In this conversation, Claire and Holly talk about routesetting for a targeted, specific audience: elite youth athletes. They also talk about the unique structure of independent youth teams, what comp climbing really is, and how unpredictable it can be for climbers and coaches during comp day. They get into the weeds about coaching movement techniques and handling emotional pressure. And with Claire’s extensive experience coaching with commercial gyms, they cover how to translate her tailored routesetting and coaching skills to commercial gyms. Last but not least, they talk about the old school routesetting mindset of forcing movement and how that can be a disservice to not just youth athletes, but the community at large. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Impact Driver Podcast! Thank you Approach and Kilter for your support! And thank you Devin Dabney for your music!

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro 04:38 – About Claire Gordon 05:21 – About Team PinkPoint 07:43 – The Kilter Space 08:13 – The Campus x Team PinkPoint 10:10 – Value of Teams like PinkPoint 11:58 – Competition Climbing 12:59 – Targeting Routesetting for a Specific Audience 16:34 – Competition Simulation 19:05 – Utilizing Existing Routesetting in Gyms for Youth Athletes 20:28 – More Targeted Routesetting 27:11 – Training Time 30:29 – What to Set for Athletes 32:20 – Uncertainty in Competitions 34:06 – Ad Break 36:12 – Constants in Competitions 38:58 – Setting for Learning 40:24 – Leveling-Up Moves 46:43 – Tips for Setting for Kids 49:29 – Breaking Beta 55:39 – How can Routesetters be Better for Youth Programs 59:26 – Funny Moments with Youth Athletes 01:02:04 – Closing
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Abridged Transcript

Can you tell the audience who you are and what you do in a couple of sentences?

I’m Claire. I grew up as a comp climber competing in the US as well as in France, and then transitioned into a coach. I have been working professionally in climbing as a coach for the last eight or nine years. And in the last year and a half, I started my own team called PinkPoint Training. We are an independent team, which means we’re not affiliated with a specific gym. And in the last couple weeks, I became part of a brand-new gym opening in Boulder.

…Can we talk about the structure of an independent team? What does it mean to be not affiliated with a climbing gym?

…I am not an employee of a gym, and our athletes are not affiliated with a gym, meaning their shirts don’t say a gym on them. They aren’t tied to any memberships or anything, and we just bounce around between gyms. So, I do have contracts with a number of different gyms that allow me to come in and use their space, but we are contractors instead of employees.
Claire Gordon with her teammates
“I’ve been climbing for almost 20 years, which is a crazy thing to say,” says Claire, who competed in the US and France as a youth athlete before transitioning to coaching.

…Can you tell me whether PinkPoint inspired the opening of [The Campus Climbing]? Is it because you wanted a space for PinkPoint athletes to train? Is it because you had a specific vision or mission in mind?

I think they go hand in hand, but it’s really important to me: this gym is not the PinkPoint gym. It’s not for our team. I tell my kids all the time that we could still get kicked out of this gym, which is mostly a joke. We probably won’t, but they could. So, really, while I would love to provide a space for our team, I really want to create a space where everyone who’s interested in training at a high level can come together and train, be that a 13-year-old kid who’s training for nationals, a 20-year-old who’s training for adult nationals, a 50-year-old who’s trying to send V10 again like they did back in the day, or really anyone in between. I’d like to create a space where anyone looking to train at a high level is an equal.

…Why do you think teams like PinkPoint are important to have in this community? When you started PinkPoint, what is it? What do you see missing in the current youth competitive field that made you want to start PinkPoint?

Yeah, I think there’s a number of things that play into that and the bottom line is that a lot of coaches are not full-time coaches. They have many other roles within their gym. And I was feeling that myself trying to make ends meet financially and coach, I just didn’t have the bandwidth to pour 100% into the team and really give them the attention they deserve. And so, something really important to me is that is all I do: PinkPoint. I don’t also work a front desk shift. I’m there for my team, and when I routeset it is for my team, I’m able to set maybe for their weaknesses, maybe to build their confidence, set more compy moves. And something really special that we’re able to do is tweak the climb as we’re trying it…
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…In addition to setting for your athletes, you are also, at some point, simulating a comp environment where that emotional side of the comp comes in…So in addition to simulating the climbing, you’re also simulating the emotional pressure?

Yeah. A lot of what we do in our setting is actually trying to simulate that emotional pressure. And I would never want to tell the kids this, but sometimes we’re like, “This top is just messed up. I don’t know if anyone’s going to match this, but let’s just see.” And then we see, do they break in that moment? And that’s a learning opportunity to be like, “Cool. How did you handle that? You went up there, you fell trying to match the top, and you had 15 seconds left, and you decided to get back on. That was bad time management,” or “You fell matching the top one minute in, and then you just cried for the rest of your three minutes. That was poor emotion management.” And hopefully, we can work out all these kinks before the comp. But I say that and we will never, ever be able to work out all the kinks before the comp because you just can’t simulate the pressure of how much it matters when you’re there.

And you mentioned earlier that you still split your time between taking your kids to commercial gyms under contracts. How do you utilize commercial gyms’ existing routesetting that you are not creating for your athletes to help them perform or improve?

Anytime an athlete gets to onsite a climb that is good training for us. So, bouncing around between gyms is really beneficial, because almost every time we go into a gym, there’s something new for our kids to climb, and we have no idea what we’re going to get at a comp. I think sometimes people are like, “When we show up to nationals, it’ll be triple paddle dynos and bat hangs and it’s going to be crazy.” And then they just get a crimp power block. And they’re like, “What?” But we do still see that in comps, and it is important to be prepared for anything. And so that’s really cool, too. We get to climb on so many different people’s routesetting, and they get so many opportunities to onsite. We’re not seeing what a kid specifically wants to work on…

…How do you split this? Like, on the simulation comp days, and on tweak and fun days, and your train at other gym days: how do you divide the time between these [days] with your athletes?

Yeah, so it really depends on where we are in the season. So, let’s say in September the kids go back to school, we start back up with practices. There’ll be much more of learning movement, learning technique, playing with climbing, playing with different moves, just learning and experiencing together, and then the phase we were just in. So, we had nationals at the beginning of July, and I would say in June right before that, we’re really not fine-tuning a lot of the technical aspects, and we’re more fine-tuning the mental aspects, doing more mock comps, trying to expose them to different moves. And something we get to do in our routesetting, too, is build our kids’ confidence…
Claire Gordon and Eric Sanchez coaching
PinkPoint coaches Claire Gordon (left) and Eric Sanchez (right) travel throughout Colorado to coach Team PinkPoint, visiting various gyms and walls, including the Kilter Studio (pictured).

There are definitely, and correct me if I’m wrong, parts of your training and your routesetting for your kids that are constant. For example, things that we see in comps a lot. We’ll probably see a rose move. We’ll probably see a run and jump. We’ll probably see paddles in various difficulties and levels. How do you go about helping your kids learn and learn them to a point where it’s almost second nature, these constants that do appear in competition?

In climbing, I think this idea of constants is they’re constant over time. And I think that causes a lot of conflict for kids and adults. They’ll watch a comp, and they’ll be like, “That comp had no dynos.” I’m like, “Yeah, we see comps with no dynos, but as a general average across time, we do see dynos. Right?” But that doesn’t mean that every single comp you go to will have a dyno. I think in our regionals this year, there were zero dynos. And I had kids be like, “What the heck? I trained dynos, and then I didn’t see a dyno.” Yeah, that will happen. But these kind of general movement patterns, we try to teach them movement and understanding of their body in space, rather than “Here’s how you do this paddle,” because you’ll never, ever see this paddle again, so it doesn’t matter. But do you understand how you’re generating movement? Where is your belly button over your toe? Where are your hips? Did you generate three times and let go when your hands were at your hips? Did you let go when your hands were at your shoulders? How much did you drive through your legs? When did you let go of the right hand versus the left hand? So, it’s less about learning the move…

 …Let’s say you’re setting a learning moment for me. I need to learn how to dyno and how my body works, moves through space. You set the easy level. I do it…How do you as the routesetter and coach now level that up?…

There’s so many different parts to it and I really like to do it in multiple parts. So, I’d be like, okay, I’m going to lower the feet. Same thing, but the feet are lower, so the way you generate is a little different. And we talk about how moving those feet change the experience. Okay, now I’ll put the feet back and I’m going to move the hand further. So you get that same initial generation from your feet, but you’re going to a further hold. Okay, we’ll talk about how to do that. Okay, now I’m going to put the feet lower again and keep the hand further. Can we still do this? Okay, now I’m going to downsize the feet and it’s really incremental. And we will talk together about, “Well, what did that do for you, for me to change that? Why did this get harder?…
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…Most coaches who work at commercial gyms are oftentimes also routesetters, or routesetters are also coaches or coaches have a background in routesetting, competition climbing. So, in your experience and just all these years of coaching and routesetting, what are some of the common mistakes you see in routesetting at a commercial facility that can hinder an elite athlete’s performance and training?

Yeah, I think the biggest one is I work with kids who are 4’9” and very legitimately can climb V12. If they can reach it, they can climb it. And I think a lot of those kids are not able to actually be pushed to their full potential because the routesetting doesn’t allow it. Those kids sometimes just stop being able to reach at V5. And I think there’s a misconception on, “Well, if we set for kids, then it’s stupid easy if you’re six feet tall.” And that’s just not true, right? Like, a 4’9” kid and a six-foot-tall dude or lady could [project] the same climb. Maybe there’s a foot that the 4’9” kid is using, but the six-foot-tall person would just never consider using it. It’s just us adding a small foot option all of a sudden that gave the kid the opportunity to proj V10….

…What are some things, or, I don’t know, questions to ask yourself or step by steps that a commercial routesetter can do if they want to begin to set for their elite team or their younger sibling who just started climbing?

Yeah, I think the very first thing is meet those kids. Talk to them. I just had a conversation with a very experienced routesetter, someone who set at a national level, who looked at me and said, “Oh my gosh, 4’8” is so much smaller than I thought it was.” I had texted them and been like, “Yeah, one of my kids is 4’8”, can you try [to set] a climb? And they were like, “For sure. He can totally reach everything.” And then the kid got on the climb, and he was like, “Oh, no, 4’8” is so short.” So the first step is just meet these kids, get to know them, watch them climb. I think a lot of routesetters clock out at 4:00 or 5:00 and then the youth team shows up at 5:00. And so a lot of them have never even seen who these kids are. And all of my favorite routesetters, all of the best route setters in my experience know the kids, even if that’s just because they climbed with them once…
Claire Gordon climbing outside
“When I climb outside, I crimp things that make half my friends be like, ‘What the heck are you grabbing?’ But no one gets mad at me when it’s outside,” Claire said. “In the gym, they’re like, ‘Oh no, she broke my beta. That sucks.'” But Claire doesn’t see breaking beta as a bad thing, especially for youth athletes.

…Let’s say you’re a routesetter who does not coach; for example, me. But I still care deeply about the development of the climbing team or the next generation of youth climbers coming up to crush and show us what’s cool. How can I be a better routesetter and how can I collaborate with the coaching department more? What are some questions that we can be asking as routesetters? Specifically, the routesetters who don’t coach.

I think I’ll go back to my number one thing of meet the kids, know a couple kids names, know how they climb. And then the more conversations you can have with the coaching staff, like, “What is your team struggling with?” And they could just say, “Oh, we have a bunch of kids who are having a hard time with dynos,” and maybe you see a few more dynos in that week’s set. The members won’t be upset because I bet the reason the kids are struggling with it is they don’t see it in your routesetting often. So, I bet your members are struggling with it, too. The youth team often doesn’t exist in just a separate bubble, but they have eyes watching them all the time and the coaches can provide you feedback. I think if more gyms could create intentional feedback patterns and not just coaches being like, “This sucks, there’s nothing for my kids,” and routesetters being like, “Shut up, you have no idea what you’re talking about.” I think there’s a tension, but there doesn’t have to be….

…One last quick question. Can you share a funny thing that your athlete has said to you? Because kids say the funniest things sometimes.

…We actually walked into the [Longmont Climbing Collective] comp this year—brand new gym. I think you actually set for this QE. We walk in, we’re looking at it, and two of our little kids were talking together, and one of them was like, “Wow. The starts of these climbs look hard,” but he’s kind of talking quiet and the other one loudly. There happened to be a moment of silence, and he’s like, “Decking builds character.” And everyone turned around, and they’re all wearing their PinkPoint shirts, and they’re looking at me, and I’m like, “I promise I didn’t teach them that.”

New Climbing Holds & Volumes: September 2024

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New Climbing Holds & Volumes: September 2024
The Grip Report September 2024 September, they say, is the sendiest month of the year. Gear up for the season and elevate your hold stash with the newest grips from 14 leading companies. Many full hold sets, dualtex, no-tex and ergonomic shapes are all featured here in our September Grip Report. BRANDS INCLUDED BELOW: Artline – Atomik – Deathgrips – Escape – Greenholds – Hito – Ibex – Neo – Ocelot – Polytalon – Rustam – Simpl. – So iLL – Teknik
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ARTLINE

New from ArtLine: Speed Kid Pack

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New from Deathgrips: Vaya Full Line

HITO HOLDS

New from Hito: Igo Family – Igo Mega 1 – Bowl Dual Family – Bowls Dualtex Full Set – Obal Dualtex Full Set North American Distribution by: Solostile Climbing Lab

NEO

New from Neo: Low absolutes NEO-39-NT fiberglass macro

POLYTALON

New from Polytalon: Kids Climbing Holds Moby Full Set

RUSTAM CLIMBING

New from Rustam: Dragon Scale Full Line Distribution by: Bold Climbing

SIMPL.

New from Simpl.: Wheel 8S Distribution by: Bold Climbing

TEKNIK HANDHOLDS

New from Teknik: Big Elytra – Small Elytra – Mini Elytra – Micro Elytra

ATOMIK CLIMBING HOLDS

New from Atomik: XXXL Banana Ledge

ESCAPE CLIMBING

New from Escape: Hex Volume Full Line

GREENHOLDS

New from Greenholds: Down Climb Jug 2.0

IBEX CLIMBING HOLDS

New from Ibex: Macros Alpha L5 Pinches

OCELOT GRIPS

New from Ocelot: Glazed Jugs

SO ILL

New from So iLL: Baby Deluxe

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Climb Insider: walls in a park, garage, and bank

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Climb Insider: walls in a park, garage, and bank
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Just a few thoughts

The kids are back to school and comp teams are gearing up for the season openers – USA Climbing starts mid Oct, and ASCL starts in Nov. For the pros there are still a few World Cups coming too. Beyond comps, there’s a nice selection of stuff for routesetters this week below, and also CWA is now accepting session proposals for Summit 2025. Plus sweet wall setups in a garage, a park, and an old bank. See The Freshest Job Posts Here

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Work in Sales and Software Support at Redpoint HQ – Climbing Jobs Weekly 2024 September 5

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Work in Sales and Software Support at Redpoint HQ – Climbing Jobs Weekly 2024 September 5
redpoint hq header image CBJ hosts the most active job board for climbing businesses and organizations. Below are the latest posts from this past week…
Sales and Software Support Manager Sales and Software Support Specialist Redpoint HQ Bellevue, WA “Redpoint HQ is next generation climbing gym software, built for single or multi-gym business models, large or small membership bases, bouldering-only to full-facility gyms, retail management, events, youth programs, with options to ensure smooth software onboarding, conversions and even company mergers. The Redpoint Team is the best in the business, with 20 years of hands-on gym operations and software development experience, we’ve done it all. Our team ensures that gyms receive the best service and solutions created for gyms to operate effectively now and into the future.”
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JOB SEEKER TIPS:

How To Ask for a Raise: A Guide (With Tips and Scripts) By Jamie Birt “If the company is doing well and your manager isn’t too stressed, but a convenient time to ask for a raise isn’t coming up, reflect on your recent accomplishments. Have you just reached an impressive milestone or exceeded an important goal? If so, this could be a good time to ask for a raise.” Read the full article here

LATEST JOB OPENINGS

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Marketing Manager at Alaska Rock Gym Anchorage, AK FT – manager, mktg/sales
Assistant General Manager at The Climb Bentonville, AR FT – manager
Routesetter at High Altitude Fitness Truckee/Incline Village, CA/NV FT – routesetter
Front Desk Associate at Whetstone Fort Collins, CO FT – front desk
Global Campaign Manager at Head Rush Technologies Louisville, CO FT – mktg/sales
Marketing Manager at Whetstone Remote/Fort Collins, CO PT – mktg/sales
Gym Director at Shift Holland, MI FT – manager
Wall Assembler at Impact New Hampshire FT – manufacturing
Shift Supervisor at The Gravity Vault Upper Saddle River, NJ PT – manager
Marketing Director at Portland Rock Gym Portland, OR FT – manager, mktg/sales
Routesetter at Portland Rock Gym Portland, OR FT – routesetter
Head Routesetter at Movement Callowhill, PA FT – manager, routesetter
Facilities Associate at Movement Dallas, TX FT – manufacturing
Wall and Night Operations Coordinator at Utah Tech University Saint George, UT FT – other
Facility Manager at Latitude Hampton Roads, VA FT – manager
Head Routesetter at Latitude Hampton Roads, VA FT – routesetter
Routesetter at Latitude Hampton Roads, VA FT – routesetter
Sales and Software Support Manager at Redpoint HQ Bellevue, WA FT – other
Sales and Software Support Specialist at Redpoint HQ Bellevue, WA FT – other
Programs Manager at Half Moon Seattle, WA FT – manager

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New England Bouldering Gym to Open in Former Federal Reserve Bank

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New England Bouldering Gym to Open in Former Federal Reserve Bank
Former federal reserve bank where Boulder Union will be located
A new bouldering gym will soon open in New Bedford, Massachusetts, constructed in a former Federal Reserve bank, with Kaylee and Cody Grodzki, Amanda Desrosiers and Evan Hanson at the helm. (All photos courtesy of Boulder Union)

Boulder Union New Bedford, Massachusetts 

Specs: Boulder Union is slated to open in the coming weeks in New Bedford, Massachusetts, led by Kaylee and Cody Grodzki, Amanda Desrosiers and Evan Hanson. After directing routesetting at High Point, a southern climbing chain, the Grodzkis decided to move back to New Bedford, where Cody’s climbing journey began. As an international routesetter, Cody hoped to bring more new-age climbing to the area. He also felt there was plenty of space for a bouldering gym in the area, since there is only one other commercial climbing gym in New Bedford.

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Cody said the project initially started because he wanted a bouldering facility for his own training. What began as building a campus board in his garage turned into building a Moon Board, then a Kilter Board, then a shed for training, then a barn, and then a co-op. “If I’m building a co-op, I might as well build a bouldering gym,” Cody thought. The process then moved quickly—Desrosiers and Hanson joined the team, and Desrosiers found a space soon after. “Before we knew it, we were signing contracts and securing funding,” Cody said. Desrosiers’s discovery of the building was “probably one of the most fortuitous things about the entire project,” Cody said—the Boulder Union team was able to secure the space before it even went to market. The location was an ideal spot, according to Cody, because it was close to their home and in a city with a colorful past. Called the “19th-century Whaling Capital of the World,” a lot of the town’s interesting history was retained in that part of town; surrounding the gym are cobblestone streets, original buildings and an active harbor, for instance. “It’s really cool that we’re in the center of it,” Cody said of the city. “We’re in the center of this historic district, and the building is super rad…It’s been empty for ten years because they couldn’t figure out what to do with it because it’s such a unique space.”
Bouldering walls at Boulder Union
The finished gym will span multiple floors and have a mix of bouldering walls, training boards and fitness amenities.
The building that houses Boulder Union was built in the mid-1900s as a Federal Reserve bank for the nation and held the architectural plans for every other Federal Reserve bank in the country, Cody explained. The structure was “crazily engineered and designed,” he said, with two-foot-thick, solid granite walls and a jail downstairs. The building had been renovated, but the renovations weren’t recorded. “They didn’t want bank robbers to know they just renovated the space [and] here are the architectural plans,” Cody said. “They kept everything super secret, so there are no records of any work that was done.” This past lent itself to unique challenges during construction since it wasn’t easy to know where the bricks, wood and granite would be. Fortunately, “There were no support pillars or beams we had to move,” Cody said. “It was just a clear, open space,” reaching 39 feet. The team opted for a bouldering gym because they felt it would be easier to enter the market, more affordable and more collaborative. “I think bouldering is naturally more community-driven, more community-oriented,” Cody elaborated. Boulder Union will feature two floors of climbing amenities: The first floor will house the boulders, and the second floor will feature the board room, in the former banker’s board conference room. The second floor also offers traditional fitness equipment, overlooking the facility. The team is keeping some original elements of the building, like the stained-glass windows and the mahogany fireplace.
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Cody has been routesetting for nearly 20 years and has set over 100 private, USAC and IFSC competitions. Because competition routesetting is a huge part of his personal passion, he hopes to blend the commercial experience with the competition experience at Boulder Union. “We’re going to offer commercial climbing, but with hopefully a little bit more of a new–age touch as well,” Cody said. For example, he decided to purchase holds seen in the World Cup circuit and Olympics, to give “folks an opportunity to climb on those styles of [climbs] at a level that’s appropriate.” He hopes to invest in every climber, and “to set really creative, interesting, aesthetic challenges…while also still setting true–to–form, new–England–grit, straightforward rock climbs.” And while he doesn’t want to immediately overwhelm the community with a lot of big competitions, he plans to eventually host Qualifying Events, private comps, local and member events, USAC events, and clinics.

Climbing at Boulder Union
Boulder Union will use a circuit grading system for its boulders, with four grade ranges, and will feature commercial and competition-style climbs alike.

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In Their Words: “One thing for sure that we’re going to do, which I’m really excited about, is that, through what I do with Syndicate, this will be a great home base for a tremendous amount of youth training camps, adult training camps, routesetting workshops—both entry-level workshops all the way up through high–level, nationals–and–above workshops. Being a place where people can come and learn and hone their own skills—regardless of if they’re a newer climber, experienced climber, a newer setter, experienced setter and kind of everyone in between—is an aspect I’m really excited about.” – Cody Grodzki, Boulder Union Co-Founder and Co-Owner

Effective Training Techniques for Trekking at High Altitudes with Kili Tanzanite Safaris

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Effective Training Techniques for Trekking at High Altitudes with Kili Tanzanite Safaris
Image of Kili Tanzanite Mount Kilimanjaro climbing is one of top world outdoor adventures, however most success outdoors begins from indoor climbing. Indoor gym and indoor climbing are very important preliminary preparations before going to outdoor adventures. That is why Kili Tanzanite Safaris now discusses important gym news, and gym indoor climbing tips. After booking Kilimanjaro trekking, or Mount Meru climbing, next things are gym exercises, and outdoor hiking training.  Training for high-altitude mountain climbing involves a mix of strength, endurance, and acclimatization. Here’s a basic approach to preparing:
  1. Strength Training: Incorporate exercises that target the legs, core, and upper body. Squats, lunges, deadlifts, and step-ups help build leg strength, while planks, leg raises, and kettlebell swings strengthen your core. So, through CBJ you get latest gym indoor training sessions
  2. High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT): Short bursts of high-intensity exercise followed by rest periods can enhance your cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance.
  3. Cardiovascular Endurance: Focus on aerobic exercises like running, cycling, and swimming. Aim for long sessions at moderate intensity to build stamina.
  4. Altitude Training: If possible, train at higher altitudes or use a hypoxic chamber to simulate the reduced oxygen levels of high altitudes. This helps your body adapt to the lower oxygen levels. In addition to these climbing training, learn more about Mountain trekking success tips.
  5. Flexibility and Balance: Stretching and balance exercises improve overall mobility and help prevent injuries.
  6. Simulation of Climbing Conditions: Hike with a weighted backpack to mimic the conditions of carrying gear on a climb. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro tour involves carrying a backpack for little personal belongings, of average 5 to 8 kg. Other properties are being carried by Our friendly Mount Kilimanjaro Porters.
  7. Recovery and Nutrition: Ensure you get adequate rest and consume a balanced diet rich in carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats to support your training and recovery.
Image of Kili Tanzanite Through accredited climbing training gym you get most of your strength conquer Mount Kilimanjaro summit peak. One of our customers from Salt Lake City in UTAH, USA, made gym exercises. And did outdoor hiking in the Kletting Peak along Mirror Lake Highway. Refer her Instagram Post made per Doctor Patti, from BYU. Remember to progressively increase the intensity and duration of your workouts to avoid overtraining and injury. Consulting with a fitness professional who has experience with mountaineering training can also be beneficial. Image of Kili Tanzanite   This article is prepared by KILI TANZANITE SAFARIS Company in Tanzania. https://www.kili-tanzanitesafaris.com/ A reputable Kilimanjaro hiking, and Wildlife safari tours in Tanzania. Our professional services rewarded us achievement to be trusted by the community of Hiking from UTah, and Brigham Young University. Also, we have Mount Kilimanjaro best reviews at TripAdvisor, Safari bookings, and many of our publications at USA Travel Massive.
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The All-New Atomic Sling

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The All-New Atomic Sling

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image of trango atomic A Revolution In Ultra-Light Gear Featherweight, full-strength slings for those moments when every gram matters. image of trango atomic Trango‘s new Atømic Slings offer a highly versatile piece of gear that allows you to maximize efficiency and conserve weight. At only 8 mm wide, our Atømic Slings allow a wide range of uses without the bulk of traditional Nylon or Dyneema slings. In those moments when every gram matters, our Atømic Sling will be the gear you reach for first. image of trango atomic Shop Atømic Sling image of trango atomic
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ICP Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation and Leadership in the Climbing Industry

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ICP Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation and Leadership in the Climbing Industry
In 2024, ICP marks its 15th anniversary, celebrating a journey that began with modest aspirations and has grown into a legacy of innovation and leadership in the climbing industry. To commemorate this milestone, ICP reflects on its evolution from humble beginnings to its current status as a global leader in climbing wall design, manufacturing, and more. image of ICP A Celebration to Remember To celebrate this remarkable journey, ICP hosted a special social competition at their climbing gym HQ, bringing together climbers from all over to compete, connect, and celebrate the sport they love. The competition was followed by a 1920s-themed party, an evening filled with vintage glamour, live music, and festivities. The event was attended by climbers, industry friends, and special guests who have been a part of ICP’s journey over the years. image of ICP “Our 15th anniversary is a moment of pride and reflection,” said Rob Parer, Founder and CEO of ICP. “Looking back on how far we’ve come—from creating holds and hang boards in a small workshop to becoming a global leader in the climbing industry—is truly amazing. This celebration was not just about our success but also about the incredible community that has supported us every step of the way.” image of ICP The Genesis of a Vision image of ICP ICP’s journey began in 2009 with a vision to revolutionize the climbing experience, drawing on years of experience from working in climbing gyms and route setting. Starting with the creation of climbing holds and hang boards in a small workshop, the company quickly gained recognition for its commitment to quality and innovation. Driven by a passion for the sport and a desire to support the climbing community, ICP expanded into designing custom climbing walls, hosting social competitions, and launching an athlete program, all while laying the foundation for what would become a global leader in the industry. Building a Legacy with Innovative Products Over the past 15 years, ICP has been involved in a wide array of projects that have helped to shape the climbing landscape. ICP Walls have set the standard for durability and design, offering customizable options that meet the specific needs of each facility. These walls, designed with both aesthetics and functionality in mind, have made ICP a go-to partner for gyms looking to create unique and engaging climbing environments. image of icp Complementing ICP Walls, ICP Mats provide top-tier safety solutions, designed to absorb impact and reduce the risk of injury. These mats, engineered with cutting- edge materials, have become a staple in climbing gyms worldwide, ensuring that climbers can push their limits with confidence. image of icp ICP Volumes have also become a game-changer in the industry with the ICP Raps system. These versatile, modular shapes allow route setters to create dynamic and challenging climbs that can be adjusted to suit different skill levels. The introduction of ICP Volumes has given gyms and route setters a powerful tool to continually refresh their climbing offerings, keeping climbers engaged and coming back for more. image of ICP Looking to the Future As ICP celebrates its 15th anniversary, the company is already looking ahead to the future. With plans to expand its product offerings globally and explore new frontiers in climbing technology, ICP is poised to continue leading the industry into the next decade. The development of new and innovative products remains at the forefront of ICP’s mission, ensuring that the company continues to provide climbers with the best possible experience. image of ICP “Our journey so far has been incredible, but we’re just getting started,” says Rob Parer,. “The climbing world is constantly evolving, and so are we. We’re excited to bring new ideas and solutions to the community, and we look forward to seeing ICP Walls, ICP Mats, and ICP Volumes in even more climbing facilities around the world.” About ICP ICP is a premier provider of climbing wall design, manufacturing, building, holds supply, and route setting services. Founded in 2009, ICP has become a trusted name in the climbing industry, known for delivering innovative solutions that enhance the climbing experience for the climbing community worldwide. ICP’s flagship products—including ICP Walls, ICP Mats, and ICP Volumes—continue to set the standard for quality and innovation in the climbing world. As ICP moves into the future, it remains committed to the core values that have guided it for the past 15 years—values that ensure it will remain a leader in the climbing industry for many years to come. image of ICP
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