Chris & Pam
Chris and Pam started climbing in the early 90s when big hair and colorful lycra tights were still “in”. From the little crags of Iowa to the big walls of Yosemite, many hours were spent driving to different climbing areas across the country and around the world. They love and have tried every type of climbing: Ice climbing, Bouldering, Sport and Trad. Wanting to share their passion for rock climbing with others, Chris and Pam decided to make a living out of it through Upper Limits. “We enjoy seeing others grow with the sport!”, exclaims Chris. Chris and Pam still enjoy heading to the crags nearly every weekend with their two children.
Steve
Steve was introduced to rock climbing through the Boy Scouts when he was 13, beginning his life long passion for this exhilarating and freeing sport. From writing school reports on trad climbing to becoming CWI certified to pursuing AMGA certifications, Steve is always continuing his education in this ever evolving industry. Since being hired part time at Upper Limits in the fall of 2016, Steve quickly started working his way up the company ranks holding a variety of positions, which prepared him for the role of Gym Manager. One of Steve’s biggest passions is adaptive climbing, where he enforces the fact that “anyone can climb!” When he’s not out seeking the next great climbing destination, Steve loves backpacking, kayaking, and mountain biking.
Jake
Jake grew up in St.Charles Missouri right outside of St. Louis. He has always been a creative and outgoing guy with lots of experience in video editing. Jake started climbing in May 2022 and hit the ground running! Jake fell in love with the Upper Limits gym and when he saw the marketing position open up he swooped in on it! Jake graduated from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville with a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications and a Minor in Studio Arts. Jake enjoys climbing, music, being outside, and just having a great time. Jake is still learning a lot about becoming a climber but the future looks bright here at Upper Limits!
Spencer
Spencer is a dedicated setter and coach who has been climbing since he could walk! He has competed in Youth Nationals, Open Nationals and USA Team Tryouts. Some of his proudest accomplishments are rope climbing up to 15a and bouldering up to v14 in addition to being top 3 in Moon Board rankings. He specializes in teaching advanced climbing techniques and strength training for both boulder and rope climbing.
Dasia
Dasia has been climbing for 5+ years and it all started at Upper Limits. She loves outdoor activities, music, and obviously climbing. Dasia started working at our Chesterfield location as a front desk staff. Afterwards, she became the head coach of Upper Limits Fundamentals climbing team and then moved her way up to being the head coach for our Advanced climbing team. She is now excited to announce another promotion as she becomes a part of the full-time management team at Upper Limits Maryland Heights. Daisa is excited to see what the future holds and wants to keep pushing the limits of climbing.
Nick
Nick was born and raised right here in St. Louis. He has always been an avid outdoorsman and specifically enjoys climbing, hiking, camping, running and biking. After taking our Top Rope 101 class in 2017, he has been hooked on climbing ever since! From day one, Nick felt welcomed by climbing community and cannot wait to help keep Upper Limits moving in the right direction!
Jacob
Jacob has been climbing and working at Upper Limits since June of 2021. He enjoys being active and the outdoors and loves how climbing brings those things together. His favorite places to climb are lowkey, out-of-the-way sport crags and huge remote mountain ranges. When he’s not climbing he can usually be found hiking in one of Illinois’s phenomenal state parks. His other passions include reading, gaming, movies, and craft beer.
Andy
Andy was born and raised in Bloomington-Normal and was introduced to climbing at Upper Limits in May 2022. The combination of problem-solving and being a great way to exercise really clicked, and he loves how the sport constantly pushes him intellectually and physically. He has an eclectic range of interests and spends his non-climbing time singing anything from opera to metal, playing all sorts of games, and converting a classic car to electric power.
He began working as Bloomington’s Assistant General Manger in November 2022 and is excited for the many adventures to come.
