Matt Heinen
About me
Born and raised in Minnesota, Matt grew up exploring the outdoors and learning backcountry skills on canoeing trips in the Boundary Waters with his dad. A passion for the outdoors was polished over time through the many road trips out West, revealing the towering mountains and vast deserts awaiting his exploration. As a kid, Matt’s curiosity for rock climbing was sparked by the sight of a few tiny climbers scaling Devil’s Tower from the ground below. Once he tried climbing for himself, Matt discovered his primary outdoor passion. Since then, Matt has moved to Phoenix where he has lived the last 4 years.
Matt has been guiding backpacking and climbing trips throughout Arizona and Colorado Rockies since 2018. His growth-driven mindset has allowed him to quickly advance his experience in the outdoor industry, where he has poured most of his energy into progressing his skills on the rock. Matt’s heart for people has complimented his technical skills, allowing him to cultivate a welcoming client experience while providing quality instruction.
Matt is a Wilderness First Responder and has taken his American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) Single Pitch Instructor Course and is an AMGA Apprentice Rock Guide.
Certifications
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Reviews
Trip: Tucson | Introduction to Rock Climbing - Private
With Matt H. on December 28, 2023
Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC
My aunt and I are visiting Tucson and are relative beginners to rock climbing. We had SUCH a good lesson and fun afternoon in Coronado National Park. Our guide, Matt, was really friendly, supportive, and thoughtful - we couldn't recommend this place enough :) - Jess
By Jessica B. on December 29, 2023
Trip: Tucson | Introduction to Rock Climbing - Private
With Matt H. on December 28, 2023
Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC
Guide Matt was awesome!
By Jacaquie L. on December 29, 2023
Trip: CIC x GMG | Outdoor Climbing at Cochise Stronghold
With Zach S., Matt H. on October 07, 2023
Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC
By Cristian V. on October 18, 2023
Trip: CIC x GMG | Outdoor Climbing at Cochise Stronghold
With Zach S., Matt H. on October 07, 2023
Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC
Zach and Matt are wonderful guides.?
By Zeba B. on October 15, 2023
Trip: CIC x GMG | Outdoor Climbing at Cochise Stronghold
With Zach S., Matt H. on October 07, 2023
Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC
Amazing guides!!
By Frank L. on October 14, 2023
Trip: McDowell's | Introduction to Rock Climbing
With Matt H. on November 28, 2021
Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC
Both instructors were super funny and encouraging, and the trip was very instructive! Great introduction to slab climbing techniques and some fun and challenging routes for beginners like me.
By Laura R. on December 06, 2021
Trip: Prescott | Introduction to Traditional Climbing
With Matt H. on October 22, 2021
Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC
amazing course and climbs! I learned a ton and really appreciated Matt's ability to tailor the course to my and the other participants' goals and skill levels. There really isn't anything more I could ask for in a course
By Amber A. on October 29, 2021
Trip: Prescott | Introduction to Traditional Climbing
With Matt H. on October 22, 2021
Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC
There is no better way to learn how to Trad climb than with doing a class with these guys. Our instructor was super awesome, and knew how to keep it fun while keeping it safe too. Plus the amount of hands on application of the skills you learn makes it worth every dollar. Sign up for a class now, you won’t regret it.
By Austin C. on October 24, 2021
Trip: Prescott | Single-Pitch Self Rescue Course
With Matt H. on October 09, 2021
Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC
Matt was awesome. Taught us everything we needed to know about single pitch climbing. He came with a great attitude and a ton of patience. Had an awesome time.
By Jeremy S. on October 17, 2021
Trip: A Day in the Dells
With Matt H. on September 22, 2021
Company: Granite Mountain Guides, LLC
Great guide, great climbing.
By Nat J. on September 23, 2021