MEMBER OF THE MONTH - Soksan tan
Tell us about your family
Meet Soksan “Soks” and the Tan Family! Soksan and his wife have been married for 11 years. They met working at a bank together, and after getting married decided to open up their own Martial Arts Gym in Stockton..
tell us about your climbing background
Soksan fell in love with climbing due to a UOP assignment. Although he was terrified of heights he was encouraged to do something that he had never done before and that was climbing. After giving it a shot, and the initial fear wore off, he was hooked.
why did you join alpine?
Climbing has been something that the Tan family enjoys together. It has really helped them get closer. It is something that they do not HAVE to do but GET to do together. It is fun for every member of the family. There is something special about Alpine for the Tan family. There is a feeling of community, inclusivity and a sense of home that keeps the Tan family coming back!
what advice would you give to a new climber?
Soksan would encourage everyone to “always be a white belt at something.” It is easy to be in places and situations where you are comfortable and you know what you are doing. It’s important to be open minded and put yourself in situations where you’re vulnerable and you are a white belt, a beginner.
“Always be a white belt at something.” -Soksan Tan
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