AUSTEN MCNULTY (he/him/his)
My name is Austen and I’m the Head Coach at VITAL West Harlem and Upper East Side. I am a seasoned climber with over a decade of experience in both indoor and outdoor climbing. I’ve always been passionate about the sport and love being a part of any climbers progression, whether novice or elite. I think climbing is a great way to be physical while still allowing for self expression through movement.
Throughout my time in the community, I have had the pleasure of traveling the world for climbing. I have a proficient background in Bouldering, Sport, and Trad climbing and can assist in creating training plans for any desired goal. I also have a background in competitive climbing having been the captain of my university club team for four years. I live and breathe the sport and am excited to be a part of your journey
HALEY SCHMIDT (she/her)
My name is Haley and I’m a youth coach at VITAL West Harlem and Upper East Side! I started climbing 17 years ago on a youth team in St. Paul, Minnesota. I grew up as an aerialist, so climbing was a fun way for me to train, but I loved it so much that I continued climbing even after leaving the circus.
I’m passionate about helping kids get excited about the sport and building confidence in themselves through climbing! As someone who started climbing very young, I have a lot of knowledge of appropriate training methods to improve strength, flexibility, and technique for kids of all ages. I’m excited to work together to reach your climbing goals!
BRAYDEN FALK (he/him)
My name is Brayden and I am one of the youth competition and recreational coaches at Vital West Harlem and Upper East Side. I have about 6 years of climbing experience under my belt indoors as well as outside. Born and raised in Seattle, WA just a couple of hours from some world-class outdoor bouldering was the perfect storm I needed to fully become obsessed with the sport.
I have abundant knowledge of methods to help improve your strength, technique, and overall climbing ability. I love seeing climbers progress and reach their goals. With experience I have accumulated over the past 2 years of youth climbing instruction, I can help you achieve your climbing goals as well!