Ojai Rock Climbing -

Michelle Rahn

Alex was a GREAT guide for us. He was patient with our youngest, while providing great instruction and challenged our girls and gave great instruction on them working/climbing safely together. We've got some new challenges for the next time we are in Ojai! He is super personable and made hanging out for the day easy. Alex is truly passionate about his craft and the Ojai area, and it helped make our experience memorable.

Quinn Ford

10 STARS! I was referred to Alex by a prominent American rock climber, mountaineer and alpinist in 2018. I reached out to Alex and he got back to me right away. We had a thorough discussion about my goals. At the time my only climbing experience was ice climbing overseas. I wanted to learn everything and I was looking for a comprehensive training plan. Alex recommended building a strong foundation and education in Trad / Traditional climbing, mixed with sport climbing. I booked 3 full day sessions with Alex for the week. Day one was a full day I showed up with a notebook and pencil for the curriculum Alex developed for me. We started on the ground with a strong foundation in climbing basics, technical, safety building solid anchors, how to place protection, essential climbing knots to learn first and fall factors. I was very impressed that Alex truly listened to me and my learning needs and style on the phone. After our half day of education and belaying practice we had a lunch break. Lunch was amazing and Alex was very thoughtful about my dietary needs. After lunch we started climbing (Yay!)
I felt confident and prepared as I started my first top rope climb on black wall. Knowing how to correctly place and clean my own safety gear (cams) really made me feel more confident and safe about my climb. We did three (single & multi-pitch) Trad / Classic climbs and ended with two sport climbs that day.
I’ve trained with Alex from 2018 to present. His climbing locations are epic. When my little brother wanted to start rock climbing we booked a full day with Alex. My brother had the time of his life and still talks about it to this day.

Alex is also a great photographer and he takes lots of pictures if you want to document your experience.

Isabella humes

Alex was simply amazing. He made this experience so wholesome and calming. He helped me be confident in my moves and to complete the climbs. If it weren’t for his guidance, I probably wouldn’t have made it to the top. I will for sure be back. Thank you so much Alex!!

Sharon Pluim

What an amazing experience it was to do this rock climbing adventure with Alex. He was very personable and most importantly very safety conscious. Each of us climbers had different strengths and weaknesses and he was able to help all of achieve our optimal performance. He was very encouraging and it was very important to him for us to have our ultimate climbing experience. I highly recommend Alex for your next climbing adventure…you will not be disappointed!

Augustus Luciano

First of all, thank you Alex, that was a badass surreal experience. To anyone thinking of hiring a rock climbing guide, Alex is your man. He took our group out to a trail in Montecito where he casually free soloed this rock wall to get our ropes up on the wall to make it safe for us. Bear in mind this is my absolute first time legit rock climbing. He made sure it was safe and I got up each wall first try (no easy task) because of his excellent advice. I had a ton of fun but also overcame real adversity, getting up the last wall was a true challenge. Once you get up and take in the view, you’ll really feel alive. Alex brought us delicious sandwiches for lunch and made it a most welcoming experience. I will definitely do this again and have Alex be my rock climbing guide again at other locations.

Heather Schuler

I got a gift certificate for my teenage son last holiday season and he recently used it for an amazing day of climbing at wheeler gorge. Alex was a fantastic teacher and guide, and my son had the best time. We are ready to sign up for more! Highly recommend!

Eddie Taylor

I've taken friends out with Alex from the age of 10 to the age of 65 and everyone says the same thing about him. He is an outstanding guide who makes everyone feel confident, And respects your needs while you're on the rock.
Every time I've gone out with Alex over the years have been better than the time before.

fabiana goncalves

What an amazing experience we had. Alex is extremely patient and professional. He answered all our questions. Always making sure we felt safe. I felt super confident and comfortable throughout the entire tour. Which made everything seem easy and fun. I highly recommend him. Thank you Alex for your amazing work which I admire. Thank you for making sure we were well taken care of. I wish you much more success on your incredible journey.