STAFF

Charles
Charles has been climbing for a decade plus. He also enjoys mountaineering above the tree line, ice climbing, hiking, and running the gym.
Front Desk Manager, Marketing Manager

Cody
Cody's love for rock-climbing, particularly on Southern Sandstone, began over a decade ago in Eastern Kentucky. He strives to keep people stoked about climbing while helping them reach their full fitness potential. Cody views coaching as an outlet to give back to the community, where he looks forward to being part of the growing climbing culture here in Coastal North Carolina. Cody is an AMGA certified Climbing Wall Instructor, USAclimbing Level 1 route setter, W.F.R, and Leave No Trace Master Educator.
Head Route Setter, Climbing Coach, Climbing Wall Instructor

Gareth
As a kid Gareth loved to climb, so when his uncle brought him to Wilmington Rock Gym at age 12, he was instantly hooked. He has been climbing here ever since. Now he gets the opportunity to share his love for climbing with others through weekly reservations and Young Aspiring Climbers classes.
Climbing Wall Assistant

Hannah
Hannah started climbing when she was 18 and living in Colorado. Her love of the water landed her in Wilmington where she found her new climbing home at Wilmington Rock Gym. Now she uses her bubbly personality and love for climbing to inspire our next generation of climbers in the Young Aspiring Climbers program. She also enjoys teaching the Intro to Top Roping Course and is learning to set routes. When she's not at the gym you can probably find her doing yoga on the beach.
Climbing Wall Assistant, Route Setter

Maggie
Maggie started climbing at the age of 12 and climbs and competes locally, nationally, and internationally. She is the current captain for the Wilmington Rock Gym team and coaches the Young Aspiring Kids class.
Climbing Wall Assistant, Route Setter

Ryan
Ryan has been climbing for around 4 years and has spent the past year and a half working at climbing gyms throughout North Carolina. He is currently pursuing a marine technology degree at Cape Fear Community College.
Front Desk Employee, Route Setter, Climbing wall assistant

Sergio
Sergio was introduced to climbing in Carlsbad California during his time in the Navy. What started out as a hobby on the west coast turned into a passion on the east coast, thanks to a small, family-like atmosphere right here in Wilmington Rock Gym. Since 2017, Sergio has been developing his skills as a well-rounded climber with the help of a few key mentors. His appreciation for the climbing community and those who came before him inspires his desire to give back in the form of route setting, coaching, mentoring and being a good climbing partner. He looks forward to mentoring the next generation of climbers.
Route Setter

Shannon
Shannon's love of travel landed her in Wilmington, where she was thrilled to find WRG. Shannon harnessed her teaching expertise while working at Ramstein Outdoor Recreation in Germany. She has also taught scuba diving and ice diving.
Remote Support
“I've tried many sports, but climbing is the best. The beauty of this sport is that no matter how good you get, you can always find a way to challenge yourself.”
Randy Leavitt, La Sportiva Pro Climber