Michael O'Rourke | No Pressure

Michael O’Rourke | No Pressure follows Michael O’Rourke as he steps away from the expectations of the professional climbing world and reconnects with the reason he started climbing in the first place: pure enjoyment. Released on Mad Rock and shot by Three Peak Films, this short, punchy portrait captures a climber choosing curiosity, play, and passion over pressure. In just four minutes, it’s a reminder of what makes bouldering and sport climbing so addictive—the simple thrill of movement, the satisfaction of training with purpose, and the freedom of chasing lines that feel good. Whether you’re deep in a performance cycle or just getting into climbing, this film is an uplifting reset: the best climber isn’t the most decorated, it’s the one having the most fun.

Mad Rock · 4:01

"The best climber is the one having the most fun" Michael has taken a step back from the professional climbing world and rediscovered it for what got him into it in the first place. For fun! Video: Three Peak Films