Kevin Sevalrud
Climber
Training with Ian redefined what I am capable of. Spending time at Ascension reframed what community means to me.Read the full story
The Ascension community
In their
own words.
I think the single best way to give people an idea of what we do is this: let the tribe tell their stories. These are stories of change, success, and accomplishment. In an age that is inundated with claims of expertise and internet guruism, it seemed best to let the success stories speak for themselves.
Kyle Potts
Alpinist, Runner, Climber
I went to Ian because I wanted to climb mountains. I had a trip to Peru ahead and needed to prepare. I thought I was signing up to get stronger, fitter—but it turned out to be so much more than that. Shortly after starting at Ascension, I injured my shoulder while climbing.Read the full story
Tami Nolan
Alpinist
Been a wild ride learning to deal at this gym. Getting slightly offended in a good way on a semi regular basis and having that drive me to keep at it.Read the full story
Robin O’Grady
Aerial community
“The community is so welcoming and supportive; everyone is ready to cheer, laugh, and share our collective frustrations when things are inevitably challenging.”Read the full story
Ana Church
Aerial community
“I get to show up and have no expectations of myself apart from learning something new and having fun.”Read the full story
Jacqueline Byrd
Aerial community
“Being in the air is my happy place, and frees me from the stress of the week, leaving me feeling beautiful and strong all at once.”Read the full story
Max Hamilton
Coach & Athlete
When I first joined Ascension, I was struggling to find a sense of purpose and direction for myself.Read the full story
Gord McArthur
North American Champion
Trying to do the impossible, doing the unthinkable; it takes a certain skill set to comprehend what it really takes, how deep you have to go, and how close to the edge you need to get.Read the full story
Clare Webb
RN
Being welcomed into this tribe of passionate individuals led by a (possibly sadistic) gym gremlin has helped reclaim my body and rekindle my passion for my sports.Read the full story
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