NXT Performance Climbing

Nik's experience and creativity in setting and drills during our comp-focused session helped me identify and embrace my weaknesses, particularly on slab. I left feeling more aware and confident in not just my climbing skills but my ability to read, analyze, and make faster decisions that are important in competition climbing and beyond.

I used a training plan that Nik created for me and was coached by him during his time based in Santa Cruz!! He’s a very creative, very inspiring coach who tailored the sessions and plans to my goals as a climber. I HIGHLY recommend working with him if you want to get stronger!! (Without taking the enjoyment out of climbing as some coaches can)

Nik cared about my growth like a friend, and In the four months we worked together I was able to improve my ranking in a NAC from 83rd to 51st. My route-reading abilities, comp style technique, and mental toughness has all improved drastically, and shows in my performance. This month alone, I was 14th in battle of the bay, 1st in Bridges competition, 1st in friction series in SF, and 2nd in Benchmark Berkeley. If you want a lot of growth, I recommend choosing Nik!

Nik fundamentally understands movement. His coordination and slab skills are apparent - but more importantly, he was able to meet me where I’m at for bespoke guidance. Of course, my abilities are already grand, so naturally this speaks very well of him.

The personalized assessment really helped to identify my strengths and weaknesses in order to focus my training. I'm now making gains in months instead of years, and climbing as hard as ever at age 49!