Penn State University · State College, PA

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Whether you want to train smarter, break into the competitive circuit, or just get more out of your time at the wall — you're in the right place. I coach the Penn State Club Climbing Team and offer coaching to any student looking to level up.

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Penn State Club Climbing Team

Competing in the Collegiate Climbing Series & Beyond

Who We Are

The Penn State Club Climbing Team is open to all Penn State students. We train together, compete together, and help each other grow. The team has sent many athletes to collegiate nationals, and we're always building toward the next comp season.

Want to learn more? Check out the Club Instagram.

What to Expect

  • Structured team training sessions
  • Coached technique & movement work
  • Competition prep & strategy
  • Travel to regional & national events
  • A community of climbers who push each other

How to Join

Tryouts for the competitive team are open to all interested climbers. Tryouts are held at the beginning of the fall semester. Information about tryouts will be shared at our first general body meeting and on our social media.

Don't want to compete? Join the recreational team — new members are welcome any time. The recreational team practices alongside the competitive team, making it a great way to meet other climbers and improve your skills in a more relaxed environment.

Questions about the team? Email or DM me directly — I'll get back to you quickly.

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kfd5518@psu.edu

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Common Questions

Not at all. Lessons are open to any Penn State student, whether or not you're on the club team. Starting in Fall 2026, I will be offering free clinics at the IM. Specific details are not yet clear, but any relevant information will be posted here and on the Club Climbing Instagram as it becomes available.

Yes. Some of the most impactful coaching happens early in a climber's development, when good habits are still easy to build. You don't need a grade, a project, or a comp result to benefit from the structured training the team can provide.

Due to unexpected changes this summer, the location of club practices is currently unclear. However starting in Fall 2026, I will be offering free clinics at the IM. Specific details are not yet clear, but any relevant information will be posted here and on the Club Climbing Instagram as it becomes available.

The team competes seriously — our goal is always to qualify for and perform well at collegiate nationals. That said, members who want to train hard without competing can join the recreational team. The rec team practices alongside the competitive team, so you'll get the same high-quality instruction and training environment.