Kerri Tiller, Founder, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and Climbing Coach

Kerri has over 15 years experience with indoor and outdoor sport climbing and bouldering. She graduated from Arcadia University in Pennsylvania with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and moved to Colorado to pursue more outdoor climbing, primarily sport climbing. She went on to obtain a specialization in orthopedics, further expanding her knowledge of injury prevention and management. Kerri is well-versed in creating training plans that are customized to the individual’s goals and training/injury history and that deal with both the mental and physical challenges in the sport. Kerri returned to climbing after an extended hiatus in early motherhood and has attained a higher level of climbing than she ever had before. Thus, she is passionate about helping individuals navigate a busy life schedule to get the most value out of limited training time. In her free time, you can find Kerri out climbing at one of the amazing sport or bouldering areas the front range has to offer or chasing around her daughter who is equally as passionate about movement and sports.

Notable Accomplishments

  • Purple Serpent 13b/8a

  • Super Tuscan 13b/8a

  • s00krEEm 13b/8a

  • No Excuse 13b/8a

  • Stuffed Wolf 13b/8a

  • Multiple 12a - 13a sport routes

Credentials, Education and Experience

  • NASM CSCS (Certified Strength and conditioning specialist)

  • ABPTS OCS (Orthopedic Clinic Specialist in Physical Therapy)

  • DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy)

  • Bachelors of Science in Chemistry

  • Peak Performance Coach with Movement Climbing Gyms

  • Private Coach with Movement Climbing Gyms

In-Person Coaching

In-person Coaching is available through Movement Climbing Gyms around the Denver area. The initial session begins with a thorough climbing assessment to gain more insight into strengths and weaknesses. This is a comprehensive assessment of strength, mobility and technique that ultimately helps guide the development of your training program. During this initial assessment, you will work with coach Kerri to outline a short term and long term plan. You will be provided a detailed training program to work on between in-person sessions. The session length and frequency is customized to your needs and what will allow you to have success. Please reach out via email or text/call for more information on booking.

Virtual Coaching

Virtual Coaching is also available for both climbing and injury consultations. We have the tools to give you a full value coaching experience, even when not in-person. The virtual session is one hour and typically recommended to meet every 1-4 weeks. You will receive a program for the training block (typically 4 weeks) and will have the opportunity to reach out via text/call/email as needed with adjustments made to your program on an as-needed basis. The CoachNow app allows for video communication for assessment of technique on climbs. Virtual coaching can be booked through the link below.