I took my 17 year old son to Garden of the Gods yesterday to rock climb. Ryan was our guide. It was AWESOME!!! I was shaking and breathing hard before even starting from fear of heights, but with Ryan's encouragement, I climbed higher than thought possible, even reaching the top, and propelled down the steep part despite severe fear. When my son would get nervous, Ryan was supportive, encouraging, and made him feel safe. My son was able to climb higher than ever and it was due to Ryan's instruction and his ability to make us feel safe. I can't wait to take my other four children, who are now begging me to go and have Ryan as an instructor. Despite my fears, I have skydived twice, and rock climbing was definately more fun than that!!! Thank you Ryan and we will be seeing very soon again! We are lifetime customers!