Under the guidance of GWPC member and Oakland Tech P.E. Instructor Carlos Bover (affectionately known as ‘Coach’ to his students), students are redefining what’s possible in a P.E. class by pushing their limits on the climbing wall! This is the programs 4th year running, so we decided to turn over control of our monthly outreach […]
Last Sunday, the Children’s Hospital Adaptive Sports Program stopped by MetalMark Climbing. The climbing at the Fresno gym is an integral part of the program, which provides recreational and athletic experiences for those with disabilities. Based out of the Central Valley, the program takes disabled people of all ages and health impairments and encourages them […]
Memorial Day weekend is a time to remember the soldiers who have given their lives to protect our nation, but why stop there? Various programs focus on supporting our veterans year round. The Wounded Warrior Project dedicates itself to helping soldiers of America’s Armed Forces that have been wounded in war by raising awareness, providing aid and […]
In late February, The Hatlen Center for the Blind brought several visually impaired students to the climbing gym. The Hatlen Center serves adults, ages 18 and older, who have graduated high school and are ready to take the next step towards living an independent life. The students climbed by feeling the textures of the walls and the holds. […]
Recently, Ben Kumli, a faculty Lecturer for San Francisco State’s Recreation Parks and Tourism Department, brought nearly twenty students to Mission Cliffs. “It was a wonderful experience and the perfect way to develop relationships outside of the classroom,” said Kumli. “Rock climbing is the perfect team building activity!” “When I first walked in I was […]
MetalMark Climbing and Fitness is under an hour from the Valley floor, and yet many Fresnopians have never made the drive, let alone climb there. Having a world class climbing gym in the Central Valley allows people who would never consider climbing to give it a try with our friendly and helpful staff. On February […]
One of Touchstone’s founding principles is to play an active role in supporting our local communities. Each Touchstone gym regularly works with local schools and organizations to introduce children to rock climbing. In December, a group from Guadalupe Elementary School visited Mission Cliffs and had a great time climbing with their teacher and the staff. […]
