Get Your Climb On

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San Francisco, CA, US

1,234 members · Public group

What we’re about

# 🧗 Welcome to Get Yo Climb On (GYCO)!

Get Your Climb On (GYCO) was created by Michael Dorame back in December 2011 because he wanted to create a san francisco-based climbing community from the ground up that would welcome climbers from all walks of life at all levels. So his first year he took climbers indoor climbing all over San Francisco, then on weekends he took climbers to Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Red Rocks, Las Vegas, El Potrero Chico, Mexico, Joshua Tree, Castle Rock Park in Saratoga, CA, St Helena, Truckee, Krabi / Tonsai, Thailand, and Yangshuo China. He built a commujity and grew it to over 5000+ people and then in April 2019 he got an opportunity to explore Alaska and took a sabbatical. A new organizer was named and they created a new name called Beta Breakers. And while it has all of Michael's legacy content and good vibes the new version grew in a new way. Then Michael returned to San Francisco in late 2019 and create a 2nd version with his GYCO brand. He grew it slowly and organically —this time as a smaller, more intentional space for adventurous souls from all walks of life to come together, climb, connect, and grow.

## 🌍 Who’s This For?

Everyone. Seriously. We welcome:

Newbies & seasoned crushers
LGBTQIA+ community
People of color
All gender expressions
Introverts, extroverts & hybrids
Persons with visible & invisible disabilities
Families (kids welcome w/ adult)
Veterans, at‑risk youth, misfits, and miracle‑makers
Anyone who’s found healing, meaning, or freedom through climbing

## 🧗 What Do We Climb?

Top Rope, Sport, Trad, Bouldering
Occasional Free Solo (under 30 ft, with caution)
Canyoneering, Alpine, and Mountaineering trips

We share gear, knowledge, and rides when we can. All we ask is honesty, curiosity, and community vibes.

## 🛡️ Safety First, Always

Climbing is thrilling but risky. We are not certified guides, so your safety is your responsibility. That said, we promote a safety‑first culture by:

Reviewing gear use (harnesses, belay devices, knots)
Helping newer climbers learn
Watching for wear & tear on gear
Encouraging belay tests & intro classes
Sharing resources & experience openly

By participating, you agree not to hold GYCO or its organizers responsible for injuries during or outside of meetups. We climb at our own risk — with each other, not for each other.

## 🎒 No Gear? No Problem.

Rent climbing/camping gear at:

REI’s Climbing Checklist
Sports Basement
Learn knots: Climbing Knots 101
Watch tips: Climbing Basics on YouTube

## 📊 Understanding Climbing Grades

Rope Climbing (Yosemite Decimal): 5.0 → 5.15
Bouldering (V‑Scale): V0 → V16 Start where you’re comfortable. Grow at your own pace.

## 🚗 Outdoor Carpools

Save gas, spots, and the planet. Set up carpools based on where you live — and maybe make a new friend.

## 📅 Meetup Etiquette

Cancel early (ideally 5–7 days in advance). Emergencies happen — just keep us in the loop.
No‑shows: 3 strikes = warning, 4 = potential removal. Respect the time, energy, and logistics it takes to make magic happen.

## 🌟 What We’re All About

We climb to grow. We climb to heal. We climb to connect.
Our goal? To create a safe, supportive, life‑enhancing climbing community where fun, transformation, and belonging go hand in chalked hand.
GYCO is a place where climbing might just save your life — because it saved ours.

## 📜 Policies

Respect all identities — no discrimination, harassment, or exclusion.
Do not litter, vandalize, steal, or damage belongings.
Unsafe or reckless behavior = immediate dismissal.
Turn on Meetup notifications so you don’t miss updates.

## 🎓 Training & Education

We partner with local adventure groups and experienced climbers to provide guidance in disciplines from anchor building to alpine climbing. Additional training or private guided trips may be available through trusted outdoor organizations.

## 💬 Closing Note

Climbing is more than a sport — it’s a community. Here, you’ll find encouragement, safety, and belonging. Whether you’re reaching your first foothold or topping out a challenging route, you’re part of our family.

Upcoming events

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Get Your Climb On @ Mission Cliffs with the Cool Kids! :)
Thu, Jan 15 · 6:30 PM PST
Mission Cliffs Climbing Gym, 2295 Harrison St., San Francisco, CA, US
Hey climbers!

Are you ready to get your climb on at Mission Cliffs? 😁

Where?
Mission Cliffs
2295 Harrison St, San Francisco, CA 94110

What?
Our meetup crew initially does top rope climbing, but if you are open to learning to lead climbing we sometimes set up mock leading sessions which simulates what it's like to do lead climbing.

You can ask your meetup hosts about this so you can learn and practice before taking the lead test. This will give you the technical experience to lead your open rope to the top of a rope and if you do this outside you get to lead your own rope and set up a top rope for others to climb.

When?
Thursdays @ 6:30pm
People often show up anywhere from 5-8. Always feel free to get started climbing. If you are looking for the group, dont hesitate to ask in chat :)

What to Bring?
Climbing shoes, a harness, a belay device, water, etc.

Why?
- To make new friends
- Gain new SAFE climbing partners
- Develop as a climber
- Train for outdoors
- Have fun
Where do we meet?
Near the cubbies to the left of the front desk after you check in. Before the the slackline, elipticals.

Your Hosts?
Shafie M and Josefine S. If you cannot locate the hosts or group feel free to call or text our hosts Shafie at (669) 204-3394 or Josefine at 650-720-2588

First time?/Cost/Belay Test
- First time at a touchstone gym? Sign a waiver - https://touchstoneclimbing.com/waiver/
- Belay test? Go to the front desk staff to take a test after you have had some basic practice OR
- Take a climbing class through any touchstone gym but for the Mission Cliffs gym here is a class link: https://touchstoneclimbing.com/mission-cliffs/first-timers/
Costs:
- Touchstone Membership (works across Mission Cliffs, PacPipe, Dogpatch, and others) - free
- Day pass - $30 - https://touchstoneclimbing.com/mission-cliffs/pricing/
- Day Pass for those that receive Medicare, medicare, SSi $10 - by showing the state id card
Hoast
Midnight Snack?
While the Sunday group often gets lunch after, we don't usually get food after. If there is interest before or after, feel free to suggest a good late night eat!

If you cant find our hosts Alex, Jessica, Eagle or me (Michael who is theer on rare occasions but reachable at 415-401-5809) feel free to text our other amazing lovely host Josefine at 1 (650) 720-2588
2 attendees
Get Your Climb On @ Mission Cliffs with the Cool Kids! :)
Thu, Jan 22 · 6:30 PM PST
Mission Cliffs Climbing Gym, 2295 Harrison St., San Francisco, CA, US
Hey climbers!

Are you ready to get your climb on at Mission Cliffs? 😁

Where?
Mission Cliffs
2295 Harrison St, San Francisco, CA 94110

What?
Our meetup crew initially does top rope climbing, but if you are open to learning to lead climbing we sometimes set up mock leading sessions which simulates what it's like to do lead climbing.

You can ask your meetup hosts about this so you can learn and practice before taking the lead test. This will give you the technical experience to lead your open rope to the top of a rope and if you do this outside you get to lead your own rope and set up a top rope for others to climb.

When?
Thursdays @ 6:30pm
People often show up anywhere from 5-8. Always feel free to get started climbing. If you are looking for the group, dont hesitate to ask in chat :)

What to Bring?
Climbing shoes, a harness, a belay device, water, etc.

Why?
- To make new friends
- Gain new SAFE climbing partners
- Develop as a climber
- Train for outdoors
- Have fun
Where do we meet?
Near the cubbies to the left of the front desk after you check in. Before the the slackline, elipticals.

Your Hosts?
Shafie M and Josefine S. If you cannot locate the hosts or group feel free to call or text our hosts Shafie at (669) 204-3394 or Josefine at 650-720-2588

First time?/Cost/Belay Test
- First time at a touchstone gym? Sign a waiver - https://touchstoneclimbing.com/waiver/
- Belay test? Go to the front desk staff to take a test after you have had some basic practice OR
- Take a climbing class through any touchstone gym but for the Mission Cliffs gym here is a class link: https://touchstoneclimbing.com/mission-cliffs/first-timers/
Costs:
- Touchstone Membership (works across Mission Cliffs, PacPipe, Dogpatch, and others) - free
- Day pass - $30 - https://touchstoneclimbing.com/mission-cliffs/pricing/
- Day Pass for those that receive Medicare, medicare, SSi $10 - by showing the state id card
Hoast
Midnight Snack?
While the Sunday group often gets lunch after, we don't usually get food after. If there is interest before or after, feel free to suggest a good late night eat!

If you cant find our hosts Alex, Jessica, Eagle or me (Michael who is theer on rare occasions but reachable at 415-401-5809) feel free to text our other amazing lovely host Josefine at 1 (650) 720-2588
2 attendees
Get Your Climb On @ Mission Cliffs with the Cool Kids! :)
Thu, Jan 29 · 6:30 PM PST
Mission Cliffs Climbing Gym, 2295 Harrison St., San Francisco, CA, US
Hey climbers!

Are you ready to get your climb on at Mission Cliffs? 😁

Where?
Mission Cliffs
2295 Harrison St, San Francisco, CA 94110

What?
Our meetup crew initially does top rope climbing, but if you are open to learning to lead climbing we sometimes set up mock leading sessions which simulates what it's like to do lead climbing.

You can ask your meetup hosts about this so you can learn and practice before taking the lead test. This will give you the technical experience to lead your open rope to the top of a rope and if you do this outside you get to lead your own rope and set up a top rope for others to climb.

When?
Thursdays @ 6:30pm
People often show up anywhere from 5-8. Always feel free to get started climbing. If you are looking for the group, dont hesitate to ask in chat :)

What to Bring?
Climbing shoes, a harness, a belay device, water, etc.

Why?
- To make new friends
- Gain new SAFE climbing partners
- Develop as a climber
- Train for outdoors
- Have fun
Where do we meet?
Near the cubbies to the left of the front desk after you check in. Before the the slackline, elipticals.

Your Hosts?
Shafie M and Josefine S. If you cannot locate the hosts or group feel free to call or text our hosts Shafie at (669) 204-3394 or Josefine at 650-720-2588

First time?/Cost/Belay Test
- First time at a touchstone gym? Sign a waiver - https://touchstoneclimbing.com/waiver/
- Belay test? Go to the front desk staff to take a test after you have had some basic practice OR
- Take a climbing class through any touchstone gym but for the Mission Cliffs gym here is a class link: https://touchstoneclimbing.com/mission-cliffs/first-timers/
Costs:
- Touchstone Membership (works across Mission Cliffs, PacPipe, Dogpatch, and others) - free
- Day pass - $30 - https://touchstoneclimbing.com/mission-cliffs/pricing/
- Day Pass for those that receive Medicare, medicare, SSi $10 - by showing the state id card
Hoast
Midnight Snack?
While the Sunday group often gets lunch after, we don't usually get food after. If there is interest before or after, feel free to suggest a good late night eat!

If you cant find our hosts Alex, Jessica, Eagle or me (Michael who is theer on rare occasions but reachable at 415-401-5809) feel free to text our other amazing lovely host Josefine at 1 (650) 720-2588
2 attendees
Get Your Climb On @ Mission Cliffs with the Cool Kids! :)
Thu, Feb 5 · 6:30 PM PST
Mission Cliffs Climbing Gym, 2295 Harrison St., San Francisco, CA, US
Hey climbers!

Are you ready to get your climb on at Mission Cliffs? 😁

Where?
Mission Cliffs
2295 Harrison St, San Francisco, CA 94110

What?
Our meetup crew initially does top rope climbing, but if you are open to learning to lead climbing we sometimes set up mock leading sessions which simulates what it's like to do lead climbing.

You can ask your meetup hosts about this so you can learn and practice before taking the lead test. This will give you the technical experience to lead your open rope to the top of a rope and if you do this outside you get to lead your own rope and set up a top rope for others to climb.

When?
Thursdays @ 6:30pm
People often show up anywhere from 5-8. Always feel free to get started climbing. If you are looking for the group, dont hesitate to ask in chat :)

What to Bring?
Climbing shoes, a harness, a belay device, water, etc.

Why?
- To make new friends
- Gain new SAFE climbing partners
- Develop as a climber
- Train for outdoors
- Have fun
Where do we meet?
Near the cubbies to the left of the front desk after you check in. Before the the slackline, elipticals.

Your Hosts?
Shafie M and Josefine S. If you cannot locate the hosts or group feel free to call or text our hosts Shafie at (669) 204-3394 or Josefine at 650-720-2588

First time?/Cost/Belay Test
- First time at a touchstone gym? Sign a waiver - https://touchstoneclimbing.com/waiver/
- Belay test? Go to the front desk staff to take a test after you have had some basic practice OR
- Take a climbing class through any touchstone gym but for the Mission Cliffs gym here is a class link: https://touchstoneclimbing.com/mission-cliffs/first-timers/
Costs:
- Touchstone Membership (works across Mission Cliffs, PacPipe, Dogpatch, and others) - free
- Day pass - $30 - https://touchstoneclimbing.com/mission-cliffs/pricing/
- Day Pass for those that receive Medicare, medicare, SSi $10 - by showing the state id card
Hoast
Midnight Snack?
While the Sunday group often gets lunch after, we don't usually get food after. If there is interest before or after, feel free to suggest a good late night eat!

If you cant find our hosts Alex, Jessica, Eagle or me (Michael who is theer on rare occasions but reachable at 415-401-5809) feel free to text our other amazing lovely host Josefine at 1 (650) 720-2588
2 attendees