Head Routesetter @ The Hill + Plano

Director of Setting – DFW

Fredrik is a route setter for the people. He believes that the first mentor relationship gym climbers build are with the routes themselves. Because of these beliefs, he understands that routes should be equitable, yet provide the challenges that climbers need to progress and stay motivated. Fredrik knows that people make mistakes, it’s all a part of growth, and you never really stop growing. Movement is the perfect climbing gym to make mistakes and learn from them, so Fredrik is stoked to continue growing along with the Dallas climbing community.⁠

Kyle has been part of the DFW climbing community since he moved to Texas, and found the sport in 2016. His routesetting is a reflection of his background in the climbing industry.

While routesetting for the past six years, Kyle has also been a coach and an avid competitor. In his routesetting, Kyle strives to share and teach all of the skills he has learned throughout his own climbing career. The knowledge and understanding of movement he gained from coaching have helped him develop skills for his setting.

The intent behind Kyle’s routesetting is to teach climbers new skills by creating different “situations” on the wall that make learning new moves the focus. He believes that by widening their skill sets, climbers are able to enjoy the sport to its fullest.

His passion to push his own limits continues to drive his own climbing career outdoors, and indoors as he annually takes part in local and national competitions. Off the wall, Kyle enjoys watching scary movies, and playing chess and video games.

Joe has been a part of the DFW climbing community since he first started climbing at Movement Denton in 2020. He loves setting projects for all levels of climbing and seeing people throw themselves at the same climb over and over. Watching everyone make incremental progress is what gets him psyched to come to work every day.  

If he’s not rock climbing or at work, he’s probably laughing with friends, listening to music, and enjoying his favorite craft beers. 

Jack LOVES climbing anything and everything no matter what the style or height, he tries to be the most well-rounded and experienced climber he can possibly be, not for just himself but also anyone who is wanting help or even just a little beta to send the proj. When Jack isn’t on the wall or in the gym he likes to spend his time playing disc golf when the weather is right or binging TV shows when the weather isn’t so right (looking at you Texas summers). As an experienced climber and physical trainer Jack has encountered almost every move or type of climb imaginable and always has something useful to offer when it comes to overcoming obstacles and reaching new heights. 

Samantha loves all things climbing and has worn many different hats within the industry. From connecting with the community by working the front desk to being a professional climbing guide with REI, she has finally settled on route setting to be her bread and butter. She loves to set routes and boulders that are fair, functional, and fun. Her main inspiration for climbs are ones that make you twist and turn your hips and require tension, like you’re dancing up the wall. Knowing that there are many different body types that climb, Sammy enjoys seeing everyone create their own unique beta.

Samantha is looking forward to exploring as many opportunities as possible to continue to learn and challenge herself. One of her goals is to get her Level 3 route setting certification with USAC. Sammy also believes in being an advocate for diversity within the climbing community and the route setting world. In the future, she hopes to see MORE route setters from all backgrounds and walks of life.

When Sammy is not climbing, you can find her doing some sort of outdoor activity like disc golf, walking, or working on her yard. She can also be found snuggled up with her three cats and doing puzzles.