Montana Mountaineering
About Us
About MMA
Montana Mountaineering Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to promote the values of rock climbing, mountaineering, and backcountry travel.
MMA fulfills its mission by offering a variety of instructional and experiential programs including guided trips and educational courses focused on alpine endeavors. The offerings span a wide array of rock, ice and snow activities that range from competitively priced high-end guided days to subsidized or free programs targeting lower income populations, young adults and minority groups. Proceeds from the revenue-generating activities help subsidize these other offerings.
This operational model is based on our belief that the mountains that we love and cherish have transformational powers that benefit individuals and society alike. With our wide range of offerings, we strive to lower the entry and participation barriers that might inhibit practitioners from getting or sustaining quality mentorship, instruction, education or guidance to explore the mountains safely and responsibly. We aim to support our community with these services regardless of economic background, previous experience, gender, age, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity.
All our programs are taught and run by professional and experienced staff. We strive to create working conditions that allow us to hire and retain the most qualified and knowledgeable guides and educators.
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Reviews
Trip: Custom Rock Climbing
Guide: Gavin P.
By Christine M. on July 15, 2023
Trip: Gavin Porter
Guide: Gavin P.
We had a great two days out with Gavin! He took into account our level and what we were looking to accomplish during our trips and took us on two awesome days of climbing with a lot of pitches. Gavin is a very good instructor and also encourages you to get on things that may be outside of your pay grade (but hey, why not give it a try…you’re on top rope). He is a patient guide and was very enjoyable to chat with and spend two days with. Would 100% guide with Gavin again in the future!
By Lauren W. on April 01, 2023
Trip: Matt Zia
Guide: Matt Z.
Matt is a very talented climber/mountaineer and a great guide. He’s encouraging and attentive to his client. Best of all, he’s a very pleasant person to spend a day with.
By Roger S. on March 22, 2023
Trip: Custom Ice Climbing
Guide: Taylor L.
Taylor was amazing. Super knowledgeable and willing to share tips and methods to improve. Swill definitely be coming back and requesting Taylor again!
By Marcie G. on March 18, 2023
Trip: Jared Drapala
Guide: Jared D.
Bomber instruction
By Miles R. on February 20, 2023
Trip: Jared Drapala
Guide: Jared D.
Would whip again
By Miles R. on February 20, 2023
Trip: Jared Drapala
Guide: Jared D.
Would whip again
By Miles R. on February 20, 2023
Trip: Custom Ice Climbing
Guide: Matt Z.
Always a great experience and the best guide in the business !
By Youssef K. on February 15, 2023
Trip: Custom Backcountry Skiing
Guide: Taylor L.
Great outing. Very skilled guide and was in good hands the whole day. Most important, got the goods. Highly recommended.
By Brandon H. on February 02, 2023
Trip: Matt Zia
Guide: Matt Z.
Matt was a great guide! Very welcoming, informative, and a pleasure to spend a day with. He made sure we had everything we needed for a great day ( even when we forgot harnesses) and provided just the right amount of instructions.
By Alec M. on January 22, 2023
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