Member Spotlight: April 2018
Tony Tran
Member since 2017
How did you start climbing?
Tony: It was early 2017 and I wanted to find an alternative to LA Fitness because I’ve always preferred functional fitness vs the classic weightlifting/cardio routine. After I climbed my first route at Edgeworks, I was hooked!
Why do you climb at Edgeworks?
Tony: Convenience since it’s only a few minutes from my home, variety of routes for both top-roping and bouldering, and of course, the staff and members are super cool and are always willing to share tips to help me improve my climbing!
Where is your favorite place to climb outside?
Tony: I’ve only climbed at Vantage so far so that would be my default but will try different places this year. I’m actually heading to Red Rocks Easter weekend for some bouldering!
What do you do when you’re not climbing?
Tony: Most of my days are spent at work as a physical therapist, but in my free time I enjoy hiking, cooking, and checking out new restaurants/bars around Tacoma!
Which do you prefer: top rope, lead, or bouldering?
Tony: Tie between top rope and bouldering.
What are some interesting facts that you’d like to share with the Edgeworks community?
Tony: I’m a level 3 Muay Thai kickboxer and my instructor is fellow Edgeworks member Chris Pascual!
What’s your go-to route grade?
Tony: Lately 5.10 because it’s a good transition point where I actually have to incorporate more technique instead of muscling up routes.
