Welcome to Planet Granite San Francisco
Located in the heart of the Presidio by the Golden Gate Bridge, PG San Francisco boasts not just amazing climbing and bouldering terrain, but fantastic views across Crissy Field. With 25,000 square feet of climbing, a full fitness and cardio area, two yoga studios and top out boldering, PG San Francisco combines the best of climbing, yoga and fitness.
Square feet of climbing space
Top rope and lead routes,
reaching as high as 45 feet
Problems, with a 36-foot ramp
OUR STORY
PHOTO GALLERY
MEET OUR STAFF
Joey
Director
Pronouns
He/Him
About Me
Hey, I’m Joey, and I’m the new Gym Director for San Francisco. I just recently moved here from Amarillo, TX and am really excited to be back in a city that has great food! I fell in love with climbing way back in 2008 when I worked a season at Rocky Mountain National Park and never looked back. I realized that I wanted to continue a career in this industry when I helped open a large scale bouldering gym in the center of Houston, TX back in 2017. In the short time that I’ve been with PG, I have really enjoyed getting to know members of the gym and first-time guests. You’ll find me behind the front desk during the evenings to work alongside this great staff that is already in place so please feel free to say hey or give me any feedback or ideas you may have.
Contact Info
joey.luna@planetgranite.com
Radu
Assistant Director of Instruction
pronouns
He/Him
Fun Facts
1. I have an unhealthy obsession with penguins but manage it with doses of bouldering trips and expensive sushi dinners.
2. In reality, I’m just trying to get everyone psyched on climbing and help them discover their own unique passion with the sport.
Anna
Marketing & Events Coordinator
pronouns
She/Her
Fun Facts
1. I used to compete in Figure Skating
2. I can sleep through basically any alarm
3. I can make a mean cocktail
Classes I Teach
The occasional Intro to Rope Climbing, but you’ll definitely see me at our Community Events, so come say hi!
Steve
Supervisor and Instructor
Pronouns
He/Him
3 Fun Facts
1. Steve would like to use the same bio as last time
2. Loves his daughter
3. Undercover Crusher
Classes I Teach
All of them + Life Lessons
Nick
Asst. Director
Pronouns
He/Him
Fun Facts
1. Horror Movie Buff
2. Board Game Collector
3. Mental Math Enthusiast
Classes I Teach
Intro to Rope Climbing
Kelsey
Supervisor and Coach
Pronouns
She/Her
Fun Facts
1. I love to travel
2. My favorite treats are donuts
3. I’m a San Francisco native but have lived in 2 other states in the U.S.
4. Primal Zodiac Animal: Pelican
Classes I Teach
Intro to Rope Climbing
Jason
Supervisor, Coach, Instructor
Pronouns
He/Him
Fun Facts
1. Grew up in Michigan
2. Taught tennis for 10 years before climbing
3. In school for Masters in Education
Classes I Teach
Intro to Rope Climbing, Intro to Bouldering
Tilly
Front Desk & Instructor
Pronouns
They/Them/Theirs
Fun Facts
1. I write and perform poetry
2. I love mint oreo ice cream
3. My favorite TV show is Bob’s Burgers (Rick and Morty is a close second).
Classes I Teach
Intro to Rope Climbing
Cate
Coach, Instructor, Front Desk
Pronouns
She/Her/Hers
Fun Facts
1. I am in school studying biology at USF
2. My parents taught me to climb soon after I could walk
3. I can wiggle my ears!
Classes I Teach
Intro to Rope Climbing
Matt T.
Coach and Instructor
Pronouns
He/Him/His
Fun Facts
1. I’ve seen Blade Runner 10 times. I still don’t get it, but I love me some Sci-Fi.
2. I’ve been to every state, Canada, Mexico, and Cuba. Wondering which part of North America I should visit next.
3. I’m a native SFer. I know, weird right?!
Classes I Teach
Intro to Leading A, Intro to Leading B, Technique A, Technique B, Intro to Bouldering, Intro to Climbing
Enrique
Front Desk & Instructor
Pronouns
He/Him/His
Fun Facts
1. Computer Science student
2. Enjoys trad climbing
3. Enjoys backcountry skiing
Classes I Teach
Crack Clinics (Fundamentals & Advanced)
Mikayla
Front Desk & Instructor
Pronouns
She/Her/Hers
Fun Facts
1. Croissants are quite possibly my favorite food ever.
2. I’m scared of lighters, and also roosters.
3. I have a million and two hours for you if you start talking to me about Norse Mythology in general, or Neil Gaiman specifically.
Classes I Teach
Intro to Rope Climbing
Shaun
Front Desk & Instructor
Pronouns
He/Him/His
Fun Facts
1. I am a photographer @shaunexplores
2. I have a cute Husky named Luna
3. I road trip somewhere new every weekend in my little camper van
Classes I Teach
Intro to Rope Climbing
Satori
Front Desk, Instructor, Event Staff
Pronouns
She/Her/Hers
Fun Facts
1. I have traveled to 30 countries
2. I like making sculptures out of books
3. I have a dog named Terminator
Classes I Teach
Intro to Rope Climbing
Nick L.
Front Desk, Instructor, Event Staff
Pronouns
He/Him/His
Fun Facts
1. I play guitar
2. I’ve been an actor since I was 10
3. I’m really good at tongue twisters
Classes I Teach
Intro to Rope Climbing
Chris
Instructor, Coach, Front Desk
Pronouns
He/Him/His
Pronouns
1. I started climbing at age 12
2. I own 6 bikes
3. Forgot how to speak Cantonese
Classes I Teach
Intro to Rope Climbing, Intro to Bouldering, Intro to Technique A, Intro to Technique B, Intro to Training, Intro to Leading A, Intro to Leading B
Poppe
Front Desk & Instructor
Pronouns
He/Him/His
Fun Facts
1. Former Mathcounts Champion
2. Goofy and Playful
3. Originally joined PG only for the Yoga
Classes I Teach
Intro to Rope Climbing
