"Abbey had a wonderful experience at The Fins and returned a mature person and equally as important, a mature climber. In her words, ‘That trip was amazing on every level’ Thank you for helping her expand and realize her goals, from climbing in the gym, to on the rock and in life."
-Fred, father Abbey, 2017 The Fins and 2018 Greece trips
"My son Mark had a fantastic bouldering trip to South Africa with Aaron. After nearly a month, he came happy and ready to go back there again! The travel, encountering of new places and people, the camaraderie of climbing, and the experience of camping enriched and visibly matured Mark beyond what I had expected. Aaron really knows how to put those trips together. In particular, he has a unique skill of calibrating the level of climbing and finding specific routes that fit the physical and mental profile of individual climbers. Mark loves climbing trips with Aaron because they are 'the real deal.'"
-Jarek, father Mark, 2018 Rocklands trip athlete
"The alpha climbing Gap Semester was nothing less than life changing. Those three months spent climbing on stunning Spanish limestone fostered a better understanding of myself, international cultures, and my passion for rock climbing along with everything that this entails."
-Belle G., 2017 Gap Semester in Spain athlete
“Climbing and traveling with alpha climbing over the years, I’ve seen my son grow in confidence and capability. He’s been inspired by the beauty of the locations, the diversity of the people (the locals as well as his travel companions), and his willingness to try new things has been positively elevated. Aaron is great leader, a positive role model, a good communicator. He’s created a lifetime connection with my son who both admires and trusts him. As a parent, I don’t hesitate to send my child on an adventure (locally and abroad) with alpha climbing.
-Lucy Shannon, parent of Jonas, athlete of 2017 Mallorca and 2018 Greece and Rocklands trips.
“Alex had such a great time this summer! With COVID, she almost didn’t go, but I’m so glad she did She is eagerly awaiting the chance to take another trip next summer. I was/am so impressed with her experience and your whole team. Alex didn’t know a single person in the group when she left Bozeman, and when I picked her up she was raving about the new friends she had made and what a great time she’s had. She had a tough night one night when she thought there was a bear outside her tent (it was a chipmunk) and between Robin waking up in the middle of the night and the other campers’ rallying around her, you and the whole team turned it into something she laughs about (and learned from). I always felt she was safe (including from COVID), could see she was having a great time from the pictures you posted, and can’t wait to see the summer list so we can sign up again!”
Shelia O., mother of Alex, 2020 Bighorns Camp
My daughter has been participating in summer rock climbing trips for the past six years and her experiences with alpha climbing have easily been her favorites. Aaron is a wonderful person. He is kind and patient, especially with teenagers. He is always well prepared and very concerned for everyone’s safety. His trips are thoroughly researched but he’s also very flexible. My daughter has grown more confident as a result of these experiences and her climbing has improved as well.
Lisa M., parent of Zoe, 2017 Mallorca and 2018 Greece athlete
The alpha climbing team provided a positive and safe experience for our daughter and her teammates. Abby improved her lead climbing skills, overall climbing confidence, karaoke prowess, and most important had a blast! alpha provided such a positive learning environment, we'd recommend it to anyone considering a climbing camp and we'll be back in the future."
Matt B., father of Abby, 2020 Bighorns Camp
“alpha climbing trips have not only changed the way I perceive life, but have given me the the confidence and skills to climb anywhere in the world.”
-Jackson Wetherill, athlete of 2017 SW Utah, Mallorca, The Fins; and 2018 NV Spring Break and Rocklands trips.