About us
Most people never try outdoor climbing because the barrier feels too high — gear, technical knowledge, no obvious starting point.
This group exists to remove that barrier.
Every Wednesday this spring and summer, I run a free outdoor climbing orientation at Flagstaff Mountain, just above Boulder. No gear, no experience, no commitment required. Show up curious — everything else is provided. You'll get on real rock, learn the fundamentals, and leave knowing whether this is something you want to pursue.
Not ready to show up yet? The Free Intro to Outdoor Climbing course at ropewranglers.com gives you a feel for what outdoor climbing actually involves.
For climbers who want to go further, the group also hosts small-group outdoor clinics covering anchors, rope systems, and lead climbing — the skills that build real independence outside.
Your guide: Matt King · AMGA Single Pitch Instructor · Wilderness First Responder · 20+ years climbing in Colorado. Focused on understanding, not just getting to the top.
Visit ropewranglers.com for clinic dates and booking.
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Foundations: Sport Climbing 101
Location not specified yetAlready tried outdoor climbing and want to learn how sport climbing actually works? This is the next step.
Sport Foundations is a 1-hour ground-based session focused on the tools and systems used in outdoor sport climbing.
This is not a climbing session. You’ll stay on the ground and learn how the system works before practicing it on real rock.What You'll Learn
➜ Clipping and rope management
➜ Belaying a leader
➜ Bolted anchor basics
➜ Cleaning a sport anchor
➜ Basic communication and flow***
Who This is For
✓ Completed the Free Intro Session (or similar experience)
✓ Gym climbers looking to get outside
✓ Anyone who wants to understandDetails
🕔 Monday 5–6pm
📍 Boulder area (exact location sent after RSVP)
👥 Small group (max 6 climbers)
💵 $40 per session
✓ 1 hour, focused instruction
✓ Ground-based (no climbing)
✓ Gear provided if neededGoal
Build a clear understanding of sport climbing systems so you can step into Sport Practice Sessions ready to apply them on real rock.How to Join
Spots are limited (max 6).
👉 Sign up at Rope Wranglers1 attendee
Learn to Sport Climb Outside — Weekly Skills Clinics
Boulder, 1025 Rosewood, co, USYou can tie in. You can belay.
But you’ve probably wondered—
can you lead it yourself?That’s what this is.
Small-group sessions focused on building the skills and confidence to climb outside on bolts. Less guesswork. More flow.
Not sure if you're ready? Start with the Free Intro to Outdoor Rock Climbing. That’s where you learn the basics and decide your path.Sport Path — Focus on the Climb
This is the fastest way outside.
Protection is already there. Your job is to move well, manage the rope, and make good decisions as you go.
Less time building systems. More time actually climbing.What You’ll Learn
Each session builds the skills that turn gym climbers into outdoor climbers:
Clipping (clean, efficient, mistake-free)
Belaying a leader (managing slack and catching falls)
Movement between bolts (control, pacing, decision-making)
Falling (when to go, how to go, how to catch)
Cleaning anchors
Basic rope systems and communicationWho This Is For
You’ll fit right in if you:
Climb in the gym and want to get outside
Want to start lead climbing on real rock
Have been outside but felt unsure or hesitant
Want to build confidence quickly
Most people start here.
It’s simpler. It’s direct. And it gets you climbing outside faster.Details
🕔 Tuesdays · Sport Path · 5–7 PM
📍 Boulder Canyon · Flagstaff · Flatirons
👥 Max 6 climbers
💵 $110 per session (private guide rates in Boulder run $250+)
Exact crag location is sent after booking.
Each session builds on the last. Most climbers attend a few before things really click.How to Join
Groups stay small (max 6), so spots are reserved through the Rope Wranglers website—not Meetup RSVP.
👉 Sign up Here
Pick a date, pay, and you’re in. Takes about 60 seconds.
Questions first? Message me here.New to Outdoor Climbing? Start Here
→ Intro to Outdoor Rock Climbing (Free)
Learn the basics—figure 8, belaying, and how to choose your path forward.Your Guide
Matt King · Rope Wranglers
20+ years coaching and guiding
AMGA Single Pitch Instructor
Wilderness First Responder
Small groups. Real coaching. No fluff.Most climbers stay stuck between the gym and the outdoors.
This is how you cross it.1 attendee
Free Climbing Orientation: An introduction to climbing outdoors
flagstaff mountain Crown Rock Parking Area, flagstaff mountain road, Boulder, CO, USWelcome to the Rope Wranglers Introduction to Outdoor Climbing! This will be a reoccurring weekly event aimed to inspire and encourage climbers of all levels to try outdoor climbing. Take a free online course that is based off the free meetup class.
If you are looking to try outdoor climbing for the first time or have been outside but lack the experience or equipment to safely climb outdoors, this meetup group is perfect for you! Its also great for people new to town and looking for ways to explore Boulder, CO.
Each week, we will explore the great rocks just above Boulder, CO on Flagstaff Mountain. Your guide will setup three “Top Ropes” to facilitate learning the basics of outdoor climbing. With sweeping views of the town of Boulder, CO and the Great Plains, this is an event not to be missed!
These sessions will be lead by Matt, an experienced climbing guide with over 15 years of experience. He has guided and coached all age climbers and ability levels from complete beginners to Olympic level athletes and seeks to support and share his passion of climbing and adventure. Matt is just starting a new business called Rope Wranglers to share the experience of climbing and ignite the spark of passion of climbing. visit www.ropewranglers.com for more information.
All ages and abilities are welcome!
Weather: This class is designed to be fun! If weather looks poor, I will try to cancel the class and notify participants at least 2 hours before the start of the class.
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