Private Lesson w/ Matthew

Hello, my name is Matthew Jones (he/him/his). I have been climbing for over 7 years and working with youth in the outdoor industry for over 11 years. I have traveled all over the country for sport, trad, alpine, ice, and mixed climbing. These experiences led me to obtain my American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) Single Pitch Instructor certification. Professionally, I have worked as an instructor for Outward Bound, Naturalist at Large, Mass Audubon Wildwood Camp, and the Coldharbour Institute, among others.

I have experience working with youth of varying ages, as young as 5, as well as adults, but I particularly enjoy working with neurodivergent individuals. As a neurodivergent person myself, I understand the unique coaching strategies necessary for efficiently coaching neurodivergent climbers. I take pride in making sure every climber feels safe in the gym.

Additional coaching expertise includes assisting climbers with anxiety, working through fears, and movement with hypermobility.

Cancel or reschedule 7 days prior to event: Full refund minus a 5% transaction fee

Cancel within 7 days of event, but at least 48 hours before: 50% refund

Reschedule within 7 days of event, but at least 48 hours before: Additional $30 rebooking fee

Cancel within 48 hours: No refund

Don't have climbing gear? Don't worry, rentals equipment is included in the price of the private instruction. You should bring:

• Comfortable clothes to climb in
• A water bottle
• A positive attitude

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