Flash Foxy Education Program

presented by Arc’teryx

Our goal is to provide accessible, standardized learning opportunities for climbers to learn from accredited AMGA-certified instructors, centering the experience of women and genderqueer folks, and creating a program that responds to the unique needs of all marginalized genders. In order to stand by our commitment to making education accessible, all Flash Foxy Education Courses are offered on a sliding scale. Additionally, full scholarships are available for most courses. This program is possible thanks to generous support from our presenting sponsor, Arc’teryx.

At this time, our education courses are only open to participants who identify as women or genderqueer climbers. Select programs may be open to allies and will be specifically noted.

Types of courses

What kinds of courses does Flash Foxy Education offer? So many! Check them out via the button below. Note: not all courses currently available.

scholarships

Courses are offered on a sliding scale starting at $50. To ensure our programs are financially accessible, full scholarships are also available.

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Got questions? Maybe we have the answer! If you don’t find the answer here, email us at education@flashfoxy.com.

Upcoming Courses

presented by Arc’teryx

*Please note schedule is always subject to change. All events are rain or shine. Lodging is not included.

COST Flash Foxy Education courses are offered on a sliding scale.

Full scholarships are available for most courses.

  • Thanks to our generous sponsor Arc’teryx, all Flash Foxy Education Courses are offered on a sliding-scale! To ensure our programs are financially accessible, full scholarships are also available for most courses.

    It’s up to you how much you pay, but here are some things you can keep in mind when deciding what price is best for you.

    • The average cost of a 2-day guided course is about $350.

    • All the tuition payments go right back into this program so that we can run more courses and provided more full scholarships!

  • Here’s a loose guideline to help you decide where you might fall on the sliding-scale:

    • It can be hard to pay rent and cover other basic necessities > Apply for a scholarship!

    • I can pay for basic necessities, but I do not have extra income for things like a climbing gym membership > Apply for a scholarship!

    • I can pay for basic necessities and some luxury items like a climbing gym membership > $50-$100

    • I am able to afford or save up for occasional weekend trips and the costs associated with that (rental car, park fees, owning gear, etc) > $100-$200

    • I can afford regular weekend trips and the costs associated with that (rental car, park fees, owning gear, etc) > $200-$300

    • I am financially comfortable and able to help support scholarships for future course participants > $300-$400

    *Please also consider that income is not the same as wealth. Income is the amount of money you make. Wealth is passed down from generation to generation and usually takes the form of inheritances, land ownership, and/or earning power. We ask that you take into account not only your income but also your wealth when choosing your price point within our sliding scale.

Spring courses (April-June) coming sooN!

Expect course dates, topics, and locations to be announced in February!

*Scroll through the calendar to see both upcoming and past programs!

*Wondering what course is right for you? Check out our Guide to Courses!

Our Instructors

  • Carlin Reynolds (they/them)

    AMGA Assistant Rock Guide, AMGA Certified SPI, Wilderness First Responder

  • Lor Sabourin (they/them)

    AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Marian Perez (they/she)

    AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Lou Bank (they/he)

    AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Narinda Heng (she/her)

    AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Hann Smiley (they/them)

    AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Thomas Bukowski (he/they)

    AMGA Apprentice Rock Guide, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Genevive Walker (she/her)

    AMGA Apprentice Rock Guide, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Cindy Su (she/her)

    AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Sean Taft-Morales

    AMGA Certified Single Pitch Provider, AMGA Certified Rock Instructor, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Alexis Krauss (she/her)

    AMGA Apprentice Rock Guide, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Aid

  • Lizzy Redlich (she/they)

    AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Sunni Ford (they/them)

    Assistant Instructor

  • Shelma Jun (she/her)

    AMGA Apprentice Rock Guide, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Jess Pleyel (she/her)

    AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Zivia Berkowitz (she/they)

    AMGA Apprentice Rock Guide, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Danielle Johnson (she/they)

    AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness FIrst Responder

  • Nina Kendall (she/her)

    AMGA Apprentice Rock Guide, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Kat Grajales-Betancur (she/her)

    Assistant Instructor, Wilderness First Aid

  • LB Gunter (they/them)

    Assistant Instructor

  • Jenny Legaspi (she/they)

    AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Madison Brandt (she/her)

    AMGA Apprentice Rock Guide, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Sarah Yun (she/her)

    AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Lydia Comart (she/her)

    AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Hannah Ashby (she/her)

    AMGA Apprentice Rock Guide, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Responder

  • Sam Haines (they/them)

    AMGA Apprentice Rock Guide, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor, Wilderness First Respnder

  • Bennett Rahn (she/her)

    AMGA Certified SPI, Wilderness First Responder

  • Jessie Pouchet (she/they)

    AMGA Certified SPI, Wilderness First Responder

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