Conrad Anker Instagram – Climbing brings us together. Once you challenge yourself with gravity and share this experience with your friends something changes. It’s the international language of belaying and spotting. It’s the same everywhere. You have to trust someone to achieve your goals.
@memphisroxclimbing has been a flywheel for the good that climbing brings. Built in the shell of a supermarket with a state of the facility, Rox is bringing gym climbing and outdoor experiences to South Memphis.
With a pay as one can model, the gym is open to everyone. Climbing as I was introduced to it was free. The cliffs were at end of the road and my dad and his buddies had the gear and knowledge. I still recall the moment when climbing and being outdoors latched on. It’s that same emotion that we see with the people we welcome to the crag, mountain and gym. Let’s keep that going!
The freedom that climbing brings comes at a cost. The facility and staff are monthly obligations. In business, as in climbing, the unexpected happens. In this case a burst water pipe needs immediate attention. To keep Rox a safe place (it’s a polling station, health care facility and restaurant) the security team needs immediate funding. Going without costs the program more.
Rox has been a part of my life for the past six years. I’ve made new friends, shared backcountry experience & knowledge while climbing outdoors and learned from each other on how to address the challenges of race in the United States.
If you believe in the mission of @memphisroxclimbing please consider a donation. It will be put to good use. If you have the chance to visit Memphis, stop by the gym. You’ll find family by the time you have warmed up.
#thankyou | Posted on 02/Mar/2024 11:13:19
