About Us
Who are we?
Armadillo Boulders is an indoor bouldering, yoga and fitness facility located in downtown San Antonio, TX. Locally-owned and operated by San Antonio natives, Michael Cano and Joe Kreidel, who are proud to bring the first modern, dedicated climbing gym to San Antonio.
Featuring custom-built walls, yoga studio, and functional fitness room, our gym provides an adventurous and well-rounded wellness experience for individuals and families of all ages and abilities. With over 5,200 square feet of varied bouldering terrain and a climbing-specific training zone, we offer something for everyone from beginners to seasoned crushers.
Armadillo Boulders aims to be a welcoming, nourishing environment where you can find a great workout, hang out with friends, build family connections and find an inspiring new challenge.
MICHAEL CANO, CFA
OWNER
Ape Index: +2, maybe.
All-Time Favorite Climb: High Exposure - Gunks, Haute Cuisine - Lower Pecos
Hidden Talent: Roasting Prime Rib
If your friends were to pick a superhero that is most like you: My brother.
Go-to karaoke song: Purple Rain.
Caffeine method of choice: Coffee. Natural process Ethiopian.
Favorite climbing spot: The Corporate Ladder and Squamish, BC
Dream Climbing Destination: Squamish….and dreams come true.
Go to climbing shoes/chalk: Dragos and TC Pros. BamBam FrictionLabs.
Favorite Climbing Style: Praying Mantis and trying hard.
Joe Kreidel
OWNER & HEAD ROUTESETTER
Ape Index: +1
All-Time Favorite Climb: Bouldering- Jingus Bells, Hueco, TX; Routes - Orifice Politics, Mt. Lemmon, AZ
If your friends were to pick a superhero that is most like you: Gumby
Go-to karaoke song: No one has Wilco songs for karaoke…
Caffeine method of choice: Boulder Brew on tap at AB!
Favorite climbing spot: Squamish
Dream Climbing Destination: Mallorca, Font, Rocklands
Go to climbing shoes/chalk: Scarpa Vapors
Favorite Climbing Style: All of the above