Beyond the Crux
Strength Training for Women-Identifying Climbers
Beyond the Crux is a 4-week strength training workshop created for women-identifying climbers navigating the cruxes of peri-, pre-, post-, or menopausal phases.
This course was built to offer something many climbers don’t often get: a supportive space to learn how strength training can support long-term climbing health, confidence, and performance—at any stage.
About the Course
Beyond the Crux focuses on building foundational strength for climbing, guided by the growing body of research around women’s health.
Over four sessions, participants learn:
The basics of strength training tailored specifically to climbers
How strength work supports joint health, bone density, and longevity
Practical tools to feel stronger, more confident, and more resilient on the wall
Just as important as the lifting, this workshop is about connection, learning together, sharing experiences, and training in an encouraging, judgment-free environment.
Meet the Instructor
Michelle LeBlanc (41)
Michelle brings a unique blend of experience to Beyond the Crux, with a background in:
Climbing training
Kinesiology
Gerontology
Her approach is grounded in science, climbing-specific movement, and real-world experience—making the sessions both informative and approachable.
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Who It’s For
This workshop is designed for:
Women-identifying climbers
Anyone navigating peri-, pre-, post-, or menopausal phases
Climbers who want to build strength in a thoughtful, sustainable way
No prior strength training experience is required.
Dates & Cost
Cost: $48 per person
Duration: 2 hours
Group size: Small, limited spots to ensure quality coaching
Upcoming Sessions:
No upcoming dates at the moment.