i love stone man! I went for a private day trip with Caleb, and it was everything i wanted as an inexperienced climber who wanted to take on the hobby again after a 15 year hiatus. He tailored the trip specifically to my needs and mixed the trip with some great climbs, awesome pointers, and an easy-to-remember overview of how to rig a safe system for a solo climb (something that is pretty specialized and not necessarily easy to find good info on). Caleb was such a knowledgable dude. So knowledgable that another instructor from a different climbing company started asking him for tips! I felt totally safe while also being encouraged to take my climbing to the next level. I would recommend to all!! Children and old people, inexperienced and pros, and also every one in between. Do it. Face your fears. Climb a cliff. Become one with the elements. Rock on. read more

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What an experience! This was my first time climbing outdoors after a couple months of climbing in the gym and it was better than anything I ever expected!! Nobody in my family is a climber so it was just Aaron and I, Aaron was so nice and kind and has so much knowledge and I would definitely make sure that you ask for him. It was an experience that I will remember for the rest of my life and I am so happy that I got introduced to it this way. Totally recommend stoneman! read more

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I had an amazing time with StoneMan Climbing. I climb a little at a gym and wanted to try some outdoor climbing while out in Arizona. Aaron is such a knowledge and patient guide. He answered any questions I had and did a really great job of making me feel comfortable out on the wall. His passion for climbing is very contagious and I can't wait to come back to AZ and do some of the longer trips. read more

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I used to climb years ago... casually with friends. We kind of just winged it, as we were "young and invincible." At least, we thought we were... I stopped going once marriage and kids came into the picture. Now that they're older and I can get out more, I've rediscovered my love of climbing, but I'm definitely "out of practice" to say the least. I booked with StoneMan because all of their guides are accredited and they have a terrific reputation. My first time out, Neil was great. We started on something easy to warm up on. I got through it pretty well and we went right to something that would challenge me. I like to work hard, and I like a challenge. He knew exactly what to put me on, and it was a great experience, exposing things I need to work on and techniques I need to practice. When you haven't climbed in ages, there's new equipment, more shoe choices and techniques. Neil is a treasure trove of information on all things climbing. After Neil moved away, I started climbing with Aaron, another certified Stoneman guide. Aaron is a very skilled, very meticulous climber. We have climbed many hours together now, and in that time, he has taught me how to be a safe and efficient climber. You can see he's not just about the climb itself. He wants to give you the tools to enjoy the sport, while keeping safety at the forefront of everything you do. And he has a knack for teaching and explaining things that allows you to really absorb the information and put it to practice. That's a gift that you either have or you don't, and he has it. I feel like I've received twice the tutelage in half the amount of time. For those who know absolutely nothing about climbing but want to pursue it long-term, try just one 4-hour instructional and you'll be absolutely amazed with how much information you come away with, and how well you'll be able to put those skills to use. Aside from that, Aaron is just a nice guy! He has no ego about his skill-set, and he's always encouraging. He's got a great outlook on the sport, and life in general, and is fun to be around. Whether you're a first-timer, someone who's climbed a bit before, or an experienced climber looking for a solid guide and partner who knows the area, Aaron is your guy. If you book with Stoneman, ask for Aaron. You won't regret it! read more

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Just completed an adaptive climbing trip with stone man in Joshua tree. The whole team was amazing. We did multiple route with various harnesses. The team keeps you safe, helps you succeed and provided a fun atmosphere. read more

What a day for me and a couple of friends. We booked a climb with the Stone man climbing company. We got Caleb and he was absolutely amazing. Being a bigger man I had a challenge starting my climb. Caleb came down to me and talked me through it and convinced me to reach deal and that I can do it. I can't believe I made the climb it was so rewarding. Please look no further he and aaron are two amazing humans and there focus on safety and explaining everything thing we did we incredible. #stonemanclimbing read more

Went out this morning with Aaron at camelback and had a lovely time. Even though we had some mishaps with parking, Aaron was incredibly polite and helpful. We got a couple of climbs in and learned a ton as beginners. Overall we had a really fun time and would highly recommend others to come too! Ask for Aaron! read more

My friend and I were thrilled with the experience that we had. As tourists we were a little worried about having our first outdoor climbing experience in August in Arizona. As soon as we met our guide (Neil) we were comfortable and knew we were in good hands. He knew a lot about the environment and was incredibly knowledgeable about rock climbing and the Arizona climate and animals. He was very supportive throughout the climbs and always encouraged us to do our best, take our time, & go out of our comfort zones. He also helped us learn about rock climbing and gave us responsibilities in the climbs. We all worked really well together and felt confident in doing so. Throughout the trip he was prepared and excited to be there. This was my favorite part of our vacation and I wouldn't hesitate in doing it a second time. This was worth every minute and penny spent! Keep up the FANTASTIC work. read more

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I highly recommend StoneMan climbing. I have dabbled with climbing in the gym, but I have never climbed outdoors. My guide, Neil, was very knowledgeable, organized and provided great instruction. I selected a 2 hour climbing session and learned so much. I hope to climb again when I return to AZ in the future!! read more

The best!!!! Caleb is the coolest person I have ever met. Awesome climber and super helpful. I think that if you want to learn about climbing outdoors, this is the best one to call. read more

Neil Soneson took me and my buddy on a very technical rock climb. He was totally prepared with top shelf climbing gear and provisions. He was extremely competent and safety conscious. He was also very personable and made our 7 day climbing trip enjoyable. We climbed Tom Thumb Tom's Thumb, a 140-foot plug of desert granite that perches atop the McDowell Mountains northeast of Phoenix. read more

Weather your an experienced climber looking for a guide, or to hone a new skill --or your a complete newbie looking to dip your feet into a new sort of adventure... this place is perfect! Caleb is the nicest person on the earth. Super safe. Super professional. Super informative. Super fun. Awesome....awesome...awesome... Go do it. read more

I'm brand new to climbing outdoors but my girlfriend has years of experience climbing. Our guide (Lauren) did a great job teaching me the ropes and finding a place to climb with challenging routes for both of us. It was a lot of fun. I'm already looking forward to another climbing excursion on our next trip to Arizona. read more

Stoneman Climbing and our guide, Caleb, were great from the onset. Caleb took us to Queens Creek and was knowledgeable, friendly and a positive person in general. He helped myself (mom), dad and our son (an avid climber) scramble to the location and safety was first and foremost. He assessed our abilities and was quick to help and provided valuable, positive feedback. Our son said "Caleb definitely knew the routes, provided great beta and also had great local perspective". Will definitely use this company again for climbing. A fantastic day of climbing. Highly recommend. read more

These guys know their stuff. They will go at your pace and teach you whatever you want to know. McDowell mountain granite slab was my playground. We worked our way up to crushing an old school 5.10. Itty bitty toe holds combined with a chimney climb -what more could a novice want. read more

Caleb rocks! The experience in Sedona was awesome me and my wife were newbies and he treated us totally professionally. we climed 60 feet up a rock face call Scion on our first climb He made us feel safe he is professional and he made sure we did not climb until we were safe and prepared. His medical experience also gives me confidence if you have an accident.(we had none He is a patient teacher and knowledgeable of the geology, this is very important in rock climbing so that you know how to safely anchor. He understands the physics of climbing and that helped the nerd in me comfortable. We will use him again thank you Caleb! read more

We had such a great climb with caleb!! Super safe but way fun. Beautiful and just the right amount of challenges. I would tell anyone of any climbing ability to go with Stoneman. read more

Where do I begin!? Caleb was our TRG instructor and he was amazing! He made our experience so great. We learned so much in the 3 days and at all times he made me feel safe and confident in what we were learning. If we had questions, he was always there to answer them. If we needed another demonstration about something he was excited about doing it again. He was funny and serious at the same time, which was perfect for our group. He always made sure we were safe. By the time the 3 days were up I wanted to stay longer and learn even more. He has so much knowledge about climbing it was above and beyond what I will ever know. It was so great to have someone who truly cares about this sport and teaching others about it! Thank you Caleb for being such a awesome teacher!! read more

This is the first review I've ever left, but I definitely felt the need to after today's experience. It was our first time outdoor rock climbing and it was even better than I could have imagined. Aaron was our guide, and he was amazing. The experience was super personal and informative as well as incredibly fun. Definitely recommend Stone Man for anyone looking for a great day of climbing. read more

Aaron was a fantastic guide for our first outdoor rock climb. He was incredibly friendly and very knowledgeable. The climbs were challenging yet doable and he gave lots of positive feedback throughout. If you're in the Phoenix area we definitely recommend StoneMan and Aaron for your rock climbing adventure. read more

This was the most educational and fun activity on our trip to Arizona. Our guide, Caleb, was incredibly knowledgeable about all things climbing. We will use them every time we visit Arizona, or their other locations, when traveling! We laughed, climbed and learned a lot! At one point I became a little overwhelmed with the height and Caleb safely, quickly verbally guided me down to where they were waiting at the bottom. An amazing, kind and very cost effective company! read more

Great people and great instructors. Really enjoyed my anchor clinic class with Lauren. Super informative and easy to work with!

Went out with Caleb a few months ago to learn how to lead climb for the first time and everything was wonderful. Caleb is super friendly, super helpful, and had us comfortably leading a route in no time. He was safe, prepared, and just an all around cool person to spend a couple hours with. Couldn't have been happier with the experience! read more

I climbed with Caleb Lichtenberger, a guide with Stoneman Climbing, on Sunday. He is a fantastic guide. He directed our climbs to what I wanted to learn. He met all of my expectations. read more

Caleb and Lauren are incredible teachers and guides. I had a great time learning and climbing with them and highly recommend their services. Thanks! read more

Highly recommended. Going on a climb with Caleb was one of the best parts of my recent trip to Arizona. It was my first time mountain climbing and it was great to learn and experience climbing with Caleb who is not only extremely knowledgeable about every aspect, but is great at explaining based on your interests. I could tell by hanging out with Caleb that he is really a great guy who is very passionate about climbing and enjoys passing his knowledge to others. I would definitely go again at some point in the future. read more

My husband and I just got into rock climbing and were thrilled at the opportunity to try it for a second time in AZ! Caleb was an awesome guide and went beyond the two hour time we signed up for because he was willing to show us new types of climbs while explaining the technical skills and techniques as we went along. Now my husband is hooked on "crack" climbing! All of the gear was provided and we enjoyed spending the morning with Caleb. We'll definitely be coming back to climb with him the next time we are in the area. read more

My family and I were visiting AZ over the holidays and love to do group activities. I called up Caleb and he helped us set up a group trip for 9 of us. He and Hugo showed up with all the equipment we needed and were excellent teachers. Our group ranged in age and skill level and they adapted to our needs. Ontop of that, they were a lot of fun and our group had a great time with them! I would recommend them to anyone - very knowledgeable, affordable and you feel you are in good hands with them! read more

Had a great day of crack climbing with Caleb. He helped me with logistics coming from out of state and found some classic routes. Big day!

Our family had an amazing time with Caleb and Hugo! They were very helpful, instructive and patient with our large group. They made sure everyone had an awesome time! read more