Private Lessons

Private Lessons with Felipe

Felipe’s time climbing began about 6 years ago, when his brother started taking him to climb along in gyms and outdoors at the local Crags. Between bouldering and sport climbing, Felipe’s time climbing has helped him sharpen his physical and mental skills, to the point when he realized what he really wanted to do was teach folks those same skills and help them fall in love with climbing the way he had. Since Febuary of 2022, Felipe has been the resident instructor at the Central Location for Bouldering basics classes, and later aquired his Climing Wall Instructor certification which has helped him level up his teaching abilities. Felipe is comfortable and experienced coaching/teaching any level of bouldering from VB(very beginner)-V10, and feels the same way about coaching any sport climbing up to 5.11d. All climbers are welcome in Felipes classes(/groups) or one-on-ones, and he loves working with climbers to help them achieve their specific goals, while keeping the focus on inclusivity and fun. If you would like to book a lesson, please email: Felipe.cclimbing@gmail.com for details.

Private Lessons with Eric

Eric started climbing in 2007, as a member of a competitive climbing team. He has experience bouldering at several of the world’s most renowned outdoor destinations. He has been a professional routesetter for five years, the last two of which have been at Crux. For climbers who are looking to further their ability to understand and execute technical climbing at a high level, Eric’s coaching would be very appropriate. If you would like to book a private lesson, please email: ericcoley1125@gmail.com for details. 

Private Lessons with Travis McCormick

Travis started rock climbing in 2017 at indoor gyms in Dallas, Tx. Travis loves all types of climbing, but particularly enjoys single and multipitch lead climbing. Working as a neuroscientist and behavioral scientist until 2022, Travis decided to leave the lab and pursue a career sharing their love of movement as a coach and trainer. Whether you are new to climbing or want to break through a plateau, Travis will develop a skill-focused plan to systemically reach your climbing goals. With Travis you will have a dedicated and motivating coach who will you teach you the physical, mental and technical skills to crush your projects. If you would like to book a private lesson, please email: travismccormick1@outlook.com for details. 

Private Lessons with Mark

Mark’s climbing journey started in 2016 at a Lifetime Fitness gym on the Auto Belays. From that point on he was hooked and could not help sharing this life-changing activity with others! He is originally from San Antonio, Texas and now lives in San Marcos, Texas, however Austin is like a second home. He has worked at all Crux locations for almost 4 years in a variety of roles from front desk to setter’s assistant to BETA program assistant and climbing instructor. He is extremely enthusiastic about teaching climbing to others and climbing at their best. His main goal is to help you find that growth challenge zone and attain technical skills to mitigate risk. In addition, he strives to develop your climbing
confidence and to be empowered by fear instead of it taking full control. He learned from an injury that a little fear can be healthy if managed effectively and make climbing more enjoyable. This experience led him on a path to wanting to help others reduce risk in their
own climbing and develop a higher level of awareness at the crag and indoors. He has had the privilege to climb at world-class crags such as Red River Gorge, Indian Creek, and Horseshoe Canyon Ranch. Additionally, he has climbed at local Texas limestone and
granite crags such as the Austin Greenbelt in Gus Fruh, Reimers Ranch, Enchanted Rock, Medicine Wall, and Monster Rock. He still competes at local indoor and outdoor climbing competitions such as Limestoner, Granite Gripper, Come and Send it, and Boulderfest. Although he considers himself more of a boulderer, he mostly enjoys the old-school traditional crack climbing where route finding and climbing is closer to its purest form. And yes, he is a real-life Trad-Dad with an 18-month-old baby boy he loves dearly. He is also the assistant for Crux’s Be Empowered to Ascent (BETA) Program, which is adaptive climbing for all, where all ages, disabilities, or chronic medical
conditions are welcome. If you would like to book a private lesson, please
email: mark8greene@gmail.com for details.

Private Lessons with Dakota

I started climbing in 2020 and instantly fell in love with it. I fell in love with learning all the techniques and the mental battle that comes with projecting a boulder or sport route. I am a big proponent of technique is just as if not more important. I started coaching with the rec team and wanted to move to smaller groups and one on one to really help climbers hone in their skills and capabilities. From bouldering to sport climbing I am committed to helping you achieve any goals you have in mind. Whether it is getting your first v0 or v7, or if it’s your first 5.11 or your first time getting on the ropes I am here to assist with it all! If you would like to book a private lesson, please email djewell3224@gmail.com

Private Lessons with Margaret

Margaret began climbing when they lived on Mount Desert Island, Maine, where they developed a strong love for working and recreating outdoors. After moving back to the DC area to complete their degree, Margaret began working at a local climbing gym as a youth and adult instructor. Additionally, they have been an outdoor climbing guide since May 2022 and have an SPI (AMGA Single Pitch Instructor) certificate. Margaret has taught a wide range of styles/levels, but they are most experienced in lead climbing. They put an emphasis on mental strength and technique. They love climbing because of the variety of challenges it presents, but also because of the community that comes with the sport. Margaret hopes to help people find their own climbing style that brings them joy, in a safe and supportive atmosphere. If you would like to book a private lesson, please email margaret.ek.mcdonald@gmail.com for details.

Prices

• $60 per hour for lessons 
• $90 per 1.5 hour lessons  
• $90 per hour for lessons for 2 people 
• $135 per 1.5 hours for lessons for 2 people 
• $150 per hour for lessons with 3 people
• $225 per 1.5 hours for lessons with 3 people 

Cancellation Policy

We realize that sometimes life happens and you may not be able to make your climbing class. In situations when you need to cancel, please give Crux Climbing Center a call 24hrs in advance of your class and we will issue a full refund. If you call with less than 24hr notice for our instructors, we will only be able to issue a 50% refund. We do not offer refunds for no shows. Please let us know if you have any questions at (512) 931-3911.