A woman wearing athletic clothes and climbing shoes is bouldering on an indoor climbing wall, gripping purple holds with her hands and feet while leaning back.
A person with dark hair tied back, wearing a dark T-shirt with light marks, sits and smiles slightly at the camera against a light-colored wall. The image is in black and white.

Jacquie Des Rosiers

DISCIPLINE:

  • Climbing Team

ABOUT:

I am a climber, coach and routesetter based in Toronto, Ontario. I've been climbing for over a decade. What I love most about climbing is its diversity; there is a path for everyone. For me, that path is outdoor bouldering! Over the years, I’ve also developed a deep passion for routesetting and coaching. Both offer endless opportunities to learn, refine my craft, and connect with other climbers in meaningful ways.

 

PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

1. Sending Shelter (V12), Squamish, BC (Sep. 2025)
2. Sending Phoenix (V11), Niagara, ON (Oct. 2025)
3. Sending Maze of Death (V12), Bishop, CA (Dec. 2025)
4. Getting into competition setting in 2025 and invited to set for Canadian Youth Nationals (in May 2026)
5. Becoming a head setter and coach (Jan 2025)

 

Q&A:

Who is your favorite climbing partner?

There are so many people I really enjoy climbing with, but a couple people that really stand out would be my boyfriend, Ben Agro, and my good friend, Leo Wolfe. They are extremely strong and technical climbers, yet humble and know how to have fun. I learn so much from them!

What is your go-to hype song?

My music preferences changes all the time, but you can't go wrong with "Leave Me Alone" by Fred again..

What was the first La Sportiva product you tried?

The Skwama!

Which charity/advocacy organizations do you support or belong to?

I support the Ontario Access Coalition, Brown Girls Climb, Access Fund, and Climbing for Change.

 

APE INDEX:

I am 5'1.5" tall with +2" ape index

 

Bio photo: © Nico Hormazábal  |  Banner photo: © Pascal Lee