The climbs we're challenging and enjoyable. There were a decent amount of classics on the wall. The gym was a bit warm, but I know how hard it is to air condition a building like that. For people unfamiliar with the walls, most of the bouldering is at least slightly overhung, but the ropes climbs have a wide variety of wall angles including slab.
Welcoming, helpful staff. We were new to climbing, and Kevin, the manager, was very helpful in helping to pick out equipment. I never felt like I was being sold to. He really gave straight forward advice on reasonably priced equipment.
Like many gyms, could use better ventilation; it could also use a real shower in the men's dressing room. Less grungy than Metro Rocks a somewhat more upscale looking. The bouldering gym and yoga studio are nice fringe benefits. The requirement to pay for a one time membership fee, that also requires a 10$/month fee to be kept active if one doesn't climb for a month, reveals a focus on profitability, which I find demeaning....but so spins the Earth.
One of my favorite things is that the staff really knows the place inside and out. They can always answer questions about routes and are always ready to talk about recent climbs. Its nice to get to know the people that work there through climbing. Keep up the good work!
Nice sized gym for prices that are fairly reasonable. If you're not an avid climber, the staff seems to be welcoming and people are friendly to help you get off your feet. If you're an experienced climber, this gym has lots of wall space; tall, overhung lead walls; ample top rope and bouldering; and cardio and strength fitness equipment. Membership includes access to several other gyms in the area and numerous fitness classes (yoga, spin, core...). The setting of routes is pretty good and done without frequency, on a schedule. The place is kept pretty clean and they always seem to be making improvements. I've been to a lot of climbing gyms around the country and these gyms are some of the best all around.
One of the biggest climbing gyms in the states and a start of the art facility. Love how there aren't any auto belays. Definitely a great gym for the price.
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