Bob is an American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) certified guide. He began climbing in the Boulder area in the early sixties and helped pioneer the sport, making numerous first ascents and new routes.

He established the climbing school in 1969. It is one of the oldest continuously operated climbing schools and guide services in the US and has a perfect safety record. All lessons and courses are taught in carefully controlled conditions, which allow students to learn the sport and develop their skills safely.

The school offers rock and ice climbing instruction and guided climbs near Boulder, special programs for schools and other organizations, and climbing trips to other areas. See our Climbing Trips page.