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As a lifelong athlete, Damu's journey has evolved from competitive karate and swimming to powerlifting, and ultimately, to his passion for climbing. He is a versatile climber who is as comfortable on a traditional rock face as he is competing on plastic. Damu leverages this well-rounded background to design personalized training that translates functional strength into real climbing performance.

Hi, I’m Fabiola, a yoga teacher and personal trainer dedicated to facilitating practices of curiosity, joy, and self-investigation through movement and meditation.

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Faith has a decade in the fitness and climbing industry, working across the country as a climbing instructor, climbing guide, personal trainer, and nutritionist. Their evidence-based and individualized approach will help you reach your goals!

With over a decade of coaching experience in strength training, conditioning and mobility, I really enjoy working with folks to help them achieve their fitness goals. My classes are challenging yet supportive and I love a good playlist!

Sawyer is an upbeat well rounded fitness instructor. They encourage hard work, but look to create an inclusive space for folks of all levels of fitness. Sawyer’s class aims to leave you smiling and sweaty!

Outdoor enthusiast by day, climbing instructor at night, and adventure seeker every chance I get—I've scaled the heights of all of the Adirondack’s 46 high peaks. Dabbled with ice climbing in Vermont’s Green Mountains. And hit summits in others states like Colorado and Arizona. My style of climbing is now more mountaineering focused with Washington State being my favorite playground. Washington’s Mt. Rainier has beaten me down on more than one occasion, though I did reach the 14,410 foot summit in 2018. My current Cascade Range nemesis is Mount Adams; with hard work and perseverance the plan is to summit this 12,000 footer in a couple of months. When I’m not trying to ascend a mountain, I’m typically focused on other outdoor endurance events like long distance cycling, hiking and kayaking.

I have been a Climbing Instructor at Ascend Erie since the facility opened. I have also become a licensed New York State Guide, as well as a Registered Maine Guide in the last two years. When Ascend Erie opened, I realized how much I enjoy teaching others and sharing knowledge. The best part is watching new climbers embrace their own climbing journey and develop their own skills, that progress is priceless.