Joe has been climbing for approximately 19 years since the age of 10. He has climbed v13 and 5.14ab indoors, and v12, and 5.13c outdoors. From 10-18 years old he represented Team Granite Arch in the USA Climbing circuit making it to nationals for bouldering and ropes consistently. At age 18 he finally placed 2nd at nationals earning him a spot on the US team to compete at the youth world championships in Arco Italy 2015. As an adult he continued his competitive career with the US team competing in Japan 2016, Vale 2016, Germany 2016, and Ecuador 2017. Additionally competing in various local circuits like “The Boulder Field Masters” placing 1st both years. During all those years and still to this day, Joe works as the head coach of our competitive team, and has received his USAC Level 2 coaches certification. He has also been setting routes for more than a decade and has received his USAC level 1 Route setting certification. Today Joe climbs as much as a new father can and has been very much passionate about sharing his climbing knowledge to anyone who will listen.
For climbers who are ready to go beyond the basics, our Premium Coaching sessions provide the next level of personalized training. These 90-minute sessions are led by our most experienced staff, including USA Climbing certified competition coaches, giving you the opportunity to dive deeper into technique, strength, and strategy.
Designed for intermediate to advanced climbers, Premium Coaching is ideal if you’re looking to:
- Break through a plateau and push into higher grades
- Refine movement, efficiency, and advanced techniques
- Build strength and power with targeted drills
- Train with purpose for competitions or long-term goals
Sessions are available for individuals, pairs, or groups of three, and every session is tailored to your specific objectives. With extended time and expert instruction, Premium Coaching gives you the tools and feedback to climb at your best.
👉 Book your Premium Coaching session here and take your climbing to the next level!
Member Pricing:
1:1 $100 | 1:2 $125 | 1:3 $150
Non-Member Pricing same as above, plus $10 per non-member.
*While a day pass is included with the private lesson, please be aware that rental gear is not included.
This policy applies to all private coaching sessions at Granite Arch Climbing Center. This policy is to ensure fairness to both our participants and our staff. Please contact us at hello@granitearch.com for clarification about this policy.
Booking Availability
- Private coaching sessions will become available to book 30 days in advance.
Payment Timeline
- Full payment is due at the time of booking.
Cancellation / Reschedule Policy
More than 24 hours before the start of your session:
- A full refund will be issued.
24 hours or less before the start of your session:
- No refund or credit will be issued for any reason.
- If you ‘no-show’ to a session or any portion of a session, no refund or credit will be issued or pro-rated.
Requests made due to injury, illness, or extenuating circumstances can be made to a manager, and settled at their discretion.
If We Cancel:
- Granite Arch reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a session at any time, for any reason.
- A full refund or credit will be issued if Granite Arch cancels a session.
Participants under the age of 18
Please note that private coaching sessions that involve a participant under the age of 18 must be accompanied by that participant's parent or legal guardian if not during the hours of 11am and 10pm Monday-Saturday or 12pm and 5pm on Sunday (public business hours). This is in accordance with SafeSport guidelines.
