THE COACHES
MATT JONES
MIKE ROUGEUX
MIKE ROUGEUX
Jones Fitness and Performance: Matt Jones is a high-performance coach dedicated to the science of human movement. With a degree in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland and a specialization in Functional Range Conditioning (FRC), Matt bridges the gap between raw strength and technical mastery.
For over a decade, Matt has been a drivi
Jones Fitness and Performance: Matt Jones is a high-performance coach dedicated to the science of human movement. With a degree in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland and a specialization in Functional Range Conditioning (FRC), Matt bridges the gap between raw strength and technical mastery.
For over a decade, Matt has been a driving force in the competitive climbing circuit. He has mentored and coached multiple Elite National Champions in both Boulder and Lead disciplines, helping athletes navigate the physical and mental rigors of the sport's highest levels. His expertise extends to the international stage, where he served as a coach for the US Para-Climbing Team at the World Championships, demonstrating his ability to adapt elite training principles to diverse physiological needs.
Through Jones Fitness & Performance, Matt utilizes a movement-first philosophy to create individually curated training plans. Whether working with World Championship athletes or lifestyle climbers, his mission remains the same: building resilient, functional bodies that can withstand the demands of peak performance and outdoor adventure.
MIKE ROUGEUX
MIKE ROUGEUX
MIKE ROUGEUX
Emergence Climbing: With over two decades of experience at the forefront of competitive climbing, Mike Rougeux is one of the most respected figures in American youth athlete development. As the founder of Emergence Climbing and the Head Competition Coach at Bend Endurance Academy, Mike has dedicated his career to refining the systems that
Emergence Climbing: With over two decades of experience at the forefront of competitive climbing, Mike Rougeux is one of the most respected figures in American youth athlete development. As the founder of Emergence Climbing and the Head Competition Coach at Bend Endurance Academy, Mike has dedicated his career to refining the systems that transform talented climbers into elite competitors.
Mike’s coaching pedigree includes mentoring multiple USA Climbing Youth National Champions and over 10 National Team members. His expertise on the world stage is well-established, having served as a coach for the US Youth National Team at the IFSC Youth World Championships. Known for his technical precision and seasonal periodization, Mike bridges the gap between raw talent and podium-level performance, focusing on the "emergence" of an athlete’s full potential through intentional practice and psychological resilience.
WILL ANGLIN
MIKE ROUGEUX
WILL ANGLIN
Tension Climbing: With over 15+ years of coaching experience, Will Anglin is a cornerstone of the modern training movement. As the co-founder of Tension Climbing, Will has spent his career at the intersection of high-performance movement and precision engineering.
Will brings a unique perspective that blends the "old school" grit of the Fr
Tension Climbing: With over 15+ years of coaching experience, Will Anglin is a cornerstone of the modern training movement. As the co-founder of Tension Climbing, Will has spent his career at the intersection of high-performance movement and precision engineering.
Will brings a unique perspective that blends the "old school" grit of the Front Range with "new school" sports science. By training alongside the world's strongest climbers, he has distilled the intangible qualities of the greats into actionable coaching cues.
Will brings to camp a unique view of The "Pro" Mindset: Insights into how the world’s best athletes approach training, failure, and progression.