John Burgman

In her Director of Programs role at Movement, Janet Hirsch has been overseeing competitive and recreational programs at over 30 climbing gyms around the United States, giving her a unique perspective on what it takes to run successful offerings for all ages and foster positive connections across the board, from program managers and coaches to participants and parents.

USA Climbing’s plans for a new National Training Center in Salt Lake City faced more pushback last month, when gym operators from around the country sent a letter to city council expressing their frustrations and requesting the project’s commercial element be removed.

In the past several years, many resources have emerged for routesetters hoping to improve their skills, earn credentials and bolster their resumes.