Director of Operations
Morgan was born and raised in Corvallis, Oregon. He started climbing at a very young age and as a kid growing up in Corvallis regretted the lack of climbing opportunities the area provided. He has continued to follow his passion for climbing, majoring in outdoor recreation, working as a guide, instructor, and route s
Director of Operations
Morgan was born and raised in Corvallis, Oregon. He started climbing at a very young age and as a kid growing up in Corvallis regretted the lack of climbing opportunities the area provided. He has continued to follow his passion for climbing, majoring in outdoor recreation, working as a guide, instructor, and route setter, and exploring the worlds climbing areas. All of his knowledge and experience finally bringing him back to his childhood dream of opening a climbing gym in Corvallis. Morgan also enjoys fishing, playing soccer and foraging for wild food!
General Manager
Johanna is an avid adventurer with a passion for wellness, active living and building community. Over the past 10 years, Johanna has worked as a climbing instructor, an outdoor educator for NOLS, a climbing guide and a teacher. She is driven to help make climbing more accessible to people of all backgrounds, identities a
General Manager
Johanna is an avid adventurer with a passion for wellness, active living and building community. Over the past 10 years, Johanna has worked as a climbing instructor, an outdoor educator for NOLS, a climbing guide and a teacher. She is driven to help make climbing more accessible to people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities through community engagement and lowering barriers to entry. When Johanna isn’t climbing, you can find her trail running with her pup, gardening, snuggling with her cats or baking.
Director of Youth Programs
Brentley “Coach” Hartman moved to the hills of Corvallis, OR from the concrete desert of East Dallas, TX in 1991 and has called it home ever since. After receiving his Bachelors in Elementary and Special Education from University of Oregon his older sister took him on his first outdoor climbing trip to Smith Rock
Director of Youth Programs
Brentley “Coach” Hartman moved to the hills of Corvallis, OR from the concrete desert of East Dallas, TX in 1991 and has called it home ever since. After receiving his Bachelors in Elementary and Special Education from University of Oregon his older sister took him on his first outdoor climbing trip to Smith Rock, and the rest is history. Following college Brentley’s path led him towards merging his love of the outdoors with his passion for education and mentorship. He took a position as a Crew Leader for Northwest Youth Corps, and led youth ranging from 14 to 19 years of age for 6 years in trail construction and stewardship efforts from Arizona to Washington. After years, and over a thousand nights spent beneath starry skies Brentley decided to return to the classroom and certify as a Waldorf School teacher. Brentley donned his new title of Mr. Hartman, and guided his class from 1st through 4th grade at the Corvallis Waldorf School (CWS). Currently “Coach” teaches games and movement for 1st-8th grade at CWS during much of the school year, and fights Wildland fire from May to October. Brentley is overjoyed to join the VRG community as the Director of Youth Programs, and engage his passion for climbing, learning, and mentorship to support the growth and development of our next generation of climbers!
Floor Manager/ Retail Buyer
Mark Frost is a recent Oregon State University graduate originally from Oakland, California. He has a background in construction and mechanical engineering but his true passions have always involved tinkering, gear, and spending time outdoors. His passion for climbing began eight years ago and through his invo
Floor Manager/ Retail Buyer
Mark Frost is a recent Oregon State University graduate originally from Oakland, California. He has a background in construction and mechanical engineering but his true passions have always involved tinkering, gear, and spending time outdoors. His passion for climbing began eight years ago and through his involvement with the gym truly grew. He has been at Valley Rock Gym since the beginning and enjoys being able to bring his passions and interests into the gym to improve the facility and connect with the community. When not at the gym Mark can be found cooking, biking, skiing, and working on his truck.
Floor Manager/Party & Group Coordinator
Born and raised in Sacramento, California, Cedra moved to Corvallis 10 years ago. She is a student at Oregon State pursing a career in special education and dreams of one day opening a bakery. She was a gymnast throughout her childhood and has since discovered her love of climbing. She is also a wri
Floor Manager/Party & Group Coordinator
Born and raised in Sacramento, California, Cedra moved to Corvallis 10 years ago. She is a student at Oregon State pursing a career in special education and dreams of one day opening a bakery. She was a gymnast throughout her childhood and has since discovered her love of climbing. She is also a writer and plant mom, and gymnastics teacher. In her free time, Cedra also likes to roller skate, bake, and hang out with her friends and cat.
Operations Assistant
Born in Oregon, Zach spent his childhood living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana before settling in Corvallis. He helps run his families business in addition to working at VRG. During his free time he enjoys cooking, baking, traveling, discovering new music, and hanging out with his dogs. Zach is new to the world of climbing and excited to learn more about it every day!
Head Setter/Team Member/Instructor
Evan Powers has recently moved to Oregon from the southeast, where he has spent most of his life. He went to college in Tennessee for a degree in audio engineering and music production. While in college, Evan discovered rock climbing, and spent many years enjoying the high quality rock the southeast has
Head Setter/Team Member/Instructor
Evan Powers has recently moved to Oregon from the southeast, where he has spent most of his life. He went to college in Tennessee for a degree in audio engineering and music production. While in college, Evan discovered rock climbing, and spent many years enjoying the high quality rock the southeast has to offer. He considers places like Red River Gorge, Little Rock City, and Horse Pens 40 to be his home. He has spent several years managing a gym, routesetting, and leading outdoor trips. Evan is excited to utilize his skills and knowledge with the team to help build Valley Rock Gym into a quality establishment.
Graphic Designer
Jaime is a Corvallis native who loves to climb, bike, hike, and spend time in the great outdoors. She studied Interior Design and Design Management at Oregon State University. She also competed as a gymnast at OSU, meaning she is a big fan of bat hangs, dynos, and just being upside down in general.
Club Team Assistant Coach
Originally from Southern California, Sarah moved to Corvallis to attend Oregon State University's PhD program in biophysical kinesiology. She was first introduced to climbing on a camping trip with her family in Yosemite National Park. After seeing climbers scale El Capitan and Half Dome, Sarah turned to her pare
Club Team Assistant Coach
Originally from Southern California, Sarah moved to Corvallis to attend Oregon State University's PhD program in biophysical kinesiology. She was first introduced to climbing on a camping trip with her family in Yosemite National Park. After seeing climbers scale El Capitan and Half Dome, Sarah turned to her parents and declared, “I'd like to do that.” On her first day of climbing way back in 2003, she immediately fell in love with the sport and its amazing community. As someone who studies kinesiology, Sarah enjoys the unique movement patterns that this sport has to offer and is alway excited to talk about the intricate sequences and body positions on each climb. Furthermore, she loves how much the sport challenges its participants both physically and mentally, all while teaching valuable lessons in patience, perseverance, discipline, and resilience. With a background in competition climbing and nearly a decade of employment in the gym industry, Sarah has a passion for coaching and loves working with kids of all ages and abilities. When she is not at the gym or local crag, Sarah enjoys hiking, playing piano, solving Rubik's cubes, and hanging out with friends.
Comp Team Head Coach/Setter
Tyce recently moved to Oregon, coming from Boise, Idaho where he was born and raised. He grew up racing motocross since he was 5 years old. When he graduated high school and after several injuries from racing, he found rock climbing and fell in love with it immediately. Since then he has spent most of his time
Comp Team Head Coach/Setter
Tyce recently moved to Oregon, coming from Boise, Idaho where he was born and raised. He grew up racing motocross since he was 5 years old. When he graduated high school and after several injuries from racing, he found rock climbing and fell in love with it immediately. Since then he has spent most of his time in gyms trying to move his way up to be a route setter. In his free time he enjoys cooking, going to church, being in community and playing with his pug. He has also started a climbing club since moving to Corvallis. He is very excited to bring his positive attitude and skills to Valley Rock Gym.
Comp Team Asst. Coach/Team Member
Born and raised in Corvallis, Sahalie is currently pursuing dual degrees in Biology and Child Development at Oregon State University. With an extensive background in soccer as both a player and a coach, she was eager to explore new challenges. She discovered a deep passion for climbing and has since f
Comp Team Asst. Coach/Team Member
Born and raised in Corvallis, Sahalie is currently pursuing dual degrees in Biology and Child Development at Oregon State University. With an extensive background in soccer as both a player and a coach, she was eager to explore new challenges. She discovered a deep passion for climbing and has since fully immersed herself in the sport and its community. Sahalie is excited to bring her focus, enthusiasm, and dedication to the climbing team.
Setter
Born and raised in Oregon, Rowan feels at home in places like Silver Falls, Mt.Hood, and Smith Rock. She started climbing in a small college-campus gym and was immediately like “yeah, I’m doing this forever!” If she’s not climbing or setting, Rowan is probably listening to music or doing something else outside. She wants to enc
Setter
Born and raised in Oregon, Rowan feels at home in places like Silver Falls, Mt.Hood, and Smith Rock. She started climbing in a small college-campus gym and was immediately like “yeah, I’m doing this forever!” If she’s not climbing or setting, Rowan is probably listening to music or doing something else outside. She wants to encourage people to find their own climbing style…especially if there’s super whacky beta involved
Team Member
Originally from Washington state, Marin moved to Oregon to finish her undergrad. Finally graduated, she spends most of her free time with friends and pursuing interests such as trail running, writing, fangirling over her favorite soccer teams, and drinking coffee. If you see her at the gym, say hello! She loves talking.
Team Member
Andrew is from Carlton, Oregon, a small farm town an hour North of Corvallis, and has lived in Oregon his whole life. He moved to Corvallis in 2020 to pursue a degree in Construction Engineering Management at Oregon State University. After spending his middle and high school years doing competitive swimming, he started cli
Team Member
Andrew is from Carlton, Oregon, a small farm town an hour North of Corvallis, and has lived in Oregon his whole life. He moved to Corvallis in 2020 to pursue a degree in Construction Engineering Management at Oregon State University. After spending his middle and high school years doing competitive swimming, he started climbing in early 2022, and has been hooked on it ever since. He spends most of his free time at the climbing gym, but when not climbing, he spends his time enjoying the outdoors, caring for his plants, or expanding his collection of computer keyboards.
Youth Instructor/Team Member
Growing up in the Willamette Valley, Lucy has always had a passion for the outdoors in all shapes and forms. She gained her appreciation for climbing in elementary school and has never turned back. Lucy has a love for the climbing community and is continuously looking for new ways to convince her friends t
Youth Instructor/Team Member
Growing up in the Willamette Valley, Lucy has always had a passion for the outdoors in all shapes and forms. She gained her appreciation for climbing in elementary school and has never turned back. Lucy has a love for the climbing community and is continuously looking for new ways to convince her friends to join her in a gnarly climbing session. When not at the climbing gym, Lucy can be found pursuing her Animal Science degree at OSU in hopes of becoming a veterinarian.
Setter
Growing up in Eugene, Andrew has lived in Oregon his whole life and moved up to Corvallis to attend OSU. He has been climbing on and off for five years with a preference to bouldering, although has found a passion for lead climbing as well. When he's not in the gym, he's either cooking, baking, or spending time with his doggo Cerbe
Setter
Growing up in Eugene, Andrew has lived in Oregon his whole life and moved up to Corvallis to attend OSU. He has been climbing on and off for five years with a preference to bouldering, although has found a passion for lead climbing as well. When he's not in the gym, he's either cooking, baking, or spending time with his doggo Cerberus. He is always up for climbing and sharing the passion for the sport that he has with others.
Youth Instructor/Team Member
Anna was born and raised in San Diego, California, and moved to Corvallis to pursue an education in Fisheries and Wildlife Conservation Sciences at Oregon State University. They are involved with the marching band on campus, and enjoy climbing, reading, playing guitar, painting, and videogames. When they grow u
Youth Instructor/Team Member
Anna was born and raised in San Diego, California, and moved to Corvallis to pursue an education in Fisheries and Wildlife Conservation Sciences at Oregon State University. They are involved with the marching band on campus, and enjoy climbing, reading, playing guitar, painting, and videogames. When they grow up, they would like to have a career in forest ecology or wildlife biology, and plan to climb outdoors frequently and maybe learn another instrument.
Team Member
Holli, born and raised in Southern California, recently moved to Corvallis to pursue her graduate studies at OSU. She first discovered climbing through her high school climbing club and quickly found appreciation in the sport’s physical and mental aspects, as well as the vibrant climbing community. Alongside climbing, Holli en
Team Member
Holli, born and raised in Southern California, recently moved to Corvallis to pursue her graduate studies at OSU. She first discovered climbing through her high school climbing club and quickly found appreciation in the sport’s physical and mental aspects, as well as the vibrant climbing community. Alongside climbing, Holli enjoys various hobbies including hiking, backpacking, yoga, paddle boarding, resistance training, and spending time outdoors with her two pups.
Yoga & Fitness Coordinator/Yoga Instructor
Sarah is a 500 hour Registered Yoga Teacher who teaches empowering, energetic power vinyasa classes. Her non-judgemental and genuine attitude creates an open space for students to feel energized, encouraged and challenged. Sarah is committed to bringing yoga to everybody and every body. When no
Yoga & Fitness Coordinator/Yoga Instructor
Sarah is a 500 hour Registered Yoga Teacher who teaches empowering, energetic power vinyasa classes. Her non-judgemental and genuine attitude creates an open space for students to feel energized, encouraged and challenged. Sarah is committed to bringing yoga to everybody and every body. When not teaching, you can find her cuddled up with a good book and a mug of tea or outdoors hiking and camping!
Yoga
Lindsey is set to finish her 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training at Oregon State University in 2023, but doesn't plan on ending her journey there. You can expect to see more certifications and training hours under her belt in the years to come. She has taught a wide variety of classes for Parks and Recreation, but has found a passion in
Yoga
Lindsey is set to finish her 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training at Oregon State University in 2023, but doesn't plan on ending her journey there. You can expect to see more certifications and training hours under her belt in the years to come. She has taught a wide variety of classes for Parks and Recreation, but has found a passion in teaching yoga. Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, she moved to Oregon to spend her time outside hiking, biking, climbing, paddling, skiing, and surfing. She asserts that a steady practice enables her to be her authentic self, and hopes to "spread the good word" here at VRG. She aims for a well-rounded class that supports each individual's own experience, because that's what yoga is all about! She loves seeing familiar faces around town, so if you catch her on a trail, at the beach, on the river, in the mountains, or maybe on a sunny patio with a pint, say, "Hi!"
Personal Trainer
Growing up in Orlando eventually led Nick to attend the University of Central Florida and graduate with a degree in sports & exercise science. Following graduation, Nick headed out west to escape the flatlands of Florida and ended up in the opposite corner of the States. Once settled in Seattle, he immediately dove into
Personal Trainer
Growing up in Orlando eventually led Nick to attend the University of Central Florida and graduate with a degree in sports & exercise science. Following graduation, Nick headed out west to escape the flatlands of Florida and ended up in the opposite corner of the States. Once settled in Seattle, he immediately dove into all the Northwest has to offer while growing his career in Fitness and Sport Performance. He has worked as a Personal Trainer, Strength and Conditioning Coach, and Fitness Consultant, specializing in sport specific training and functional movement. When he is not at work, he enjoys rock climbing, snow sports, rollerblading, surfing, and playing guitar.
Yoga
Chloe received her 200 RYT in 2018 at Wasatch Ayurveda and Yoga in Salt Lake City, where she focused on deepening her Vinyasa and Ashtanga practice. Since then, yoga has been an important part of how she maintains her personal wellness. She is dedicated to helping others discover their own paths to wellness by building strong foun
Yoga
Chloe received her 200 RYT in 2018 at Wasatch Ayurveda and Yoga in Salt Lake City, where she focused on deepening her Vinyasa and Ashtanga practice. Since then, yoga has been an important part of how she maintains her personal wellness. She is dedicated to helping others discover their own paths to wellness by building strong foundations in asana and mindfulness practices. She believes that the mental and physical benefits of yoga extend beyond the mat and can enhance performance in other sports, such as climbing and she loves to help the community at Valley Rock Gym find and develop their practice. Outside the yoga studio, she works as an environmental toxicologist and spends her time outdoors, climbing, rafting, and birding.
Yoga
Elena renace cada día como aprendiz, así como maestra de materias relacionadas con la energía de la expresión individual y de la conciencia colectiva. El arte, la lengua materna, el contacto con la Madre Tierra –Juya Annia- y la Yoga son senderos que le permiten compartir estos descubrimientos. Elena y su hija Ita recibieron el regal
Yoga
Elena renace cada día como aprendiz, así como maestra de materias relacionadas con la energía de la expresión individual y de la conciencia colectiva. El arte, la lengua materna, el contacto con la Madre Tierra –Juya Annia- y la Yoga son senderos que le permiten compartir estos descubrimientos. Elena y su hija Ita recibieron el regalo de la Yoga de Shelley Brown y agradecidas por siempre practican a diario desde hace siete años. Elena obtuvo su certificado de instructora de Hatha Yoga en junio 2018 para hacer extensiva esta práctica de Paciencia y Perseverancia a todas, todos y todes. Transformemos nuestras vidas respirando, con cada inhalación y con cada exhalación. Descubramos que Tú eres mi otro yo.
Elena reinvents herself each day as an apprentice, as well as a teacher of maters related with the energy of individual expression and collective consciousness. Art, mother tongue, contact with of our Madre Tierra –Juya Annia- and Yoga are paths that allow her to share her discoveries. Elena and her daughter Ita received the gift of Yoga from Shelley Brown and gratefully for life they have sustained a daily practice for the last seven years. Elena obtained her certificate as Hatha Yoga instructor in June 2018 with the intention of making extensive this practice of patience and perseverance with everyone who is eager to transform his/her/their life breath by breath and discover that Tú eres mi otro yo.
Functional Performance
Olivia loves activities that include her best friend and dog, Jazz. Some of the activities they do together include riding motorcycles, riding bikes, running, camping, climbing rocks at the beach, playing in the sand, practicing archery, hanging with friends, wrestling, eating, and cuddling. Olivia draws her exper
Functional Performance
Olivia loves activities that include her best friend and dog, Jazz. Some of the activities they do together include riding motorcycles, riding bikes, running, camping, climbing rocks at the beach, playing in the sand, practicing archery, hanging with friends, wrestling, eating, and cuddling. Olivia draws her experience from over 5 years as a personal trainer, a beginning MMA trainee, bicycling, swimming, taking regular yoga classes, playing intercollegiate soccer, high school sports such as shotput and discus and holding the position of football manager for 3 years, junior lifeguards, softball, and participating in over 20 kinesiology classes including qualitative biomechanics, exercise physiology, athletic training, sports management, sport psychology,
coaching, and psychological aspects of human movement. While Olivia was obtaining her bachelor’s degree in psychology at Washington State University she worked as a personal trainer and hosted several workshops on different aspects of exercise and leadership. She also taught classes on mobility and flexibility as well as Women on Weights. Olivia is now pursuing a PhD in exercise physiology beginning fall 2022.
Yoga
Jenni completed her 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training certification at Willamette Valley Power Yoga in 2018. She has a bold teaching style that encourages you to listen to your body and do what feels good in each pose. As a teacher it is her mission to empower you to create possibility on and off your mat. Jenni believes every body is di
Yoga
Jenni completed her 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training certification at Willamette Valley Power Yoga in 2018. She has a bold teaching style that encourages you to listen to your body and do what feels good in each pose. As a teacher it is her mission to empower you to create possibility on and off your mat. Jenni believes every body is different and that yoga is for everybody. When not on her mat, you can find her hanging out with her 2 French Bulldogs, at a baseball game, listening to music, and exploring the outdoors.
Yoga
Ryan has been studying yoga and meditation for over 12 years and has taught for five of those years before taking a hiatus to travel and focus on his own practice. He has studied yoga in both Portland, and India with teacher training in Hatha (200 hours) and Ashtanga (500 hours). Aside from teaching yoga Ryan works as a gardener and
Yoga
Ryan has been studying yoga and meditation for over 12 years and has taught for five of those years before taking a hiatus to travel and focus on his own practice. He has studied yoga in both Portland, and India with teacher training in Hatha (200 hours) and Ashtanga (500 hours). Aside from teaching yoga Ryan works as a gardener and landscaper where he designs, builds, and manages landscapes. He is an advocate of cultivating self reliance, and a sustainable lifestyle. When he is not working he enjoys spending his time outdoors and working on various homesteading projects around his home.
Yoga
Rua (they/them) is a lifelong learner and lover of adventure. They are an E-500 hour Registered Yoga Instructor, Wilderness EMT, Professional Mountain Bike Instructor, and Registered Counselor Associate. They have completed yoga training through Yoga Medicine, Jason Crandell Yoga, Mindful Strength, Willamette Valley Power Yoga, and
Yoga
Rua (they/them) is a lifelong learner and lover of adventure. They are an E-500 hour Registered Yoga Instructor, Wilderness EMT, Professional Mountain Bike Instructor, and Registered Counselor Associate. They have completed yoga training through Yoga Medicine, Jason Crandell Yoga, Mindful Strength, Willamette Valley Power Yoga, and Love Yoga. Rua currently works at Oregon State University as an instructor and leader in mind/body and adventure leadership classes. They also work as a counselor who specializes in trauma informed approaches with athletes, college students, and the queer community. They completed a PhD in Botany with a focus on fungal evolution and chemistry, a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and the Graduate Certificate of College and University Teaching. They enjoy any and all time spent outdoors, but especially when on a mountain bike, with their dog, or digging in the garden.
Yoga
Emilee completed her 200hr Yoga Teacher Training in 2022 at 612 Jungle, a hip-hop yoga studio in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where she was trained in Vinyasa, Ashtanga and Restorative yoga. Her personal teaching style incorporates unique transitions and energetic flows while encouraging individuals to explore what feels good and fun. Emi
Yoga
Emilee completed her 200hr Yoga Teacher Training in 2022 at 612 Jungle, a hip-hop yoga studio in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where she was trained in Vinyasa, Ashtanga and Restorative yoga. Her personal teaching style incorporates unique transitions and energetic flows while encouraging individuals to explore what feels good and fun. Emilee moved to Corvallis to pursue a graduate degree at OSU and is excited to be joining a community that feels similar to her previous climbing gym in Minnesota. When she is not doing yoga or climbing you can find her hiking or researching microbes.
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