Vector Climbing’s Philosophy
Climbing is more than strength and skill — it’s about intention. While many coaching services focus on understanding how, Vector Climbing is rooted in exploring why.
With over a decade of experience across disciplines and continents, Lohan has seen climbers plateau not from lack of ability, but from lack of clarity on how to apply it. His coaching bridges the gap between training and experience — helping you translate your effort into meaningful progress.
Lohan brings years of road-tested training and four years as Head Coach at The Climbing Academy, working with youth teams and adult athletes alike. His academic background in Mathematics and Liberal Arts informs an analytic and holistic approach to climbing performance.
When you work with Vector Climbing, you work directly with Lohan. Every message, plan, and idea comes straight from him — personalized, timely, and grounded in experience.
B.S. in Mathematics at Young Harris College
2021-2025 Teacher and Head Coach for The Climbing Academy
Coaching for Stone Summit Climbing Team
Sport climbing over 30 5.14’s, on sandstone, granite, and limestone all over the world
Odin’s Eye (14c, Flatanger, Norway)
Golden For a Moment (14b, Cathedral, St. George)
Tears of Unfathomable Sadness (14b, Mammoth, Tennessee)
Bouldering up to V13
The Vice (V13, Rocklands, ZA)
The Shield (V12, Chattanooga, TN)
The Law (V11, Chattanooga, TN)
Trad Climbing up to 13+
China Doll P1 (13c, Boulder, CO)
2nd Ascent of “L’Appel du Vide” (13+, Rocklands, ZA)
Nose-in-a-day (Speed + French free, El Cap, Yosemite, CA)
Deep Water Soloing up to 13+
First Ascent of Headcase 13c (Alabama)