Have you ever been so wrapped up and overwhelmed in a never ending heap of work and think, “I couldn’t possibly take on one more thing without breaking”? What a lame rut to get into! You begin to wonder how to get back to home base…back to where you were excited and inspired about a project. For us, working on a new project, with an inspiring set of visionaries, really brought excitement back and reminded us why we choose to do what we do.

Ken, Rock Out’s Owner & Route Setter, had been climbing since 2007, all over the world.  He is an Air Force Navigator with over 1,000 flight instructor hours and over 10 years instructing at formal training units.  Ken started climbing while involved in scouting and is an Eagle Scout.  He began gym climbing in New Mexico in 2007 at Stone Age Climbing Gym.  He is a National Outdoor Leadership School Certified Outdoor Educator and Leave No Trace Master Instructor. Wanting to give residents, and visitors alike, a place to pursue adventure, seek new challenges, socialize with other active people, and exercise all while having fun Rock Out Climbing Gym was born. Paired with Josh, the two of them continue to inspire the climbing community of the Emerald Coast by providing a truly unparalleled and unique experience.