Ryan O'Connor

My name is Ryan,  I'm a climbing instructor, coach and routesetter with 5 years of industry experience and 7 years climbing experience.

My focus is on the technical side of climbing. I believe that by understanding movement, analysing your decisions on the wall and learning the limits of your body, you can enjoy climbing to the fullest.

I like to express this in my routesetting. To me the best routes are those that challenge your understanding of climbing, and force you to break out the mental toolbox.

Apart from climbing I enjoy designing games (and playing them), picking up new circus skills, and travelling to new places.

I'm passionate about teaching. There's something special about the way we pass on information and there's no better feeling than being a part of someone else's progression.