Climbing Gyms reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 199 Reddit reviews across 31 subreddits and 43 posts to rank the best Climbing Gyms brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/climbergirls, r/Cleveland, r/climbing, r/ColoradoSprings, r/warsaw. Top-rated brands include Movement (4.3/5), Climb Cleveland (4.7/5), Mesa Rim (4.6/5).
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Reviews199
Subreddits31
Posts43
Brands97
Products4
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#1
Movement
4.3
(10)
"Movement having 6 gyms that set up to V10 boulders."
"I go to movement and I love it! They’re gyms are new and clean."
"Movement Baker is great."
"Movement has roped climbs, free weights, spin and yoga classes."
"I think the best is probably movement in crystal city! there’s a bouldering place within dc but it’s not as good"
"I always need new partners if you ever wanna check out a movement location I am happy to share a guest pass"
"Movement gyms have a large selection of slab that they frequently rearrange"
"With movement you get 4 great gyms(3 rope and boulder, 1 bouldering only) in the metro."
"Movement is generally 'nicer' than BRC."
"Movement gyms are hit or miss with slab imo (specifically rino/baker/englewood). Sometimes it's amazing and sometimes it's more compy vs true slab."
#2
Climb Cleveland
4.7
(9)
"Climb Cleveland: owner, Chick, a legend"
"I’ve been going to Climb Cleveland for about four years and I couldn’t recommend it more."
"Another vote for Climb Cleveland!"
"I'm definitely gonna try Climb Cleveland"
"Climb Cleveland! Unique gym and a great community."
"Climb Cleveland is a great bouldering gym. Its my favorite gym in Cleveland."
"Climb Cleveland and Nos Otros. Solidly friendly and decent routes."
"Climb cleveland and shaker rocks!"
"Climb Cleveland- Bouldering only- Good value- Static type routes"
#3
Mesa Rim
4.6
(5)
"Mesa Rim over all the gyms omni listed."
"I went down to the mesa rim today. Awesome gym loved the high walls."
"Mesa rim is a great gym with tallish(60') walls."
"Mesa Rim if you’re in North Austin."
"There’s only three of them, so why not get a day pass to each and see which you like? - Mesa Rim"
#4
TBA
5.0
(4)
"Tba is for real ass mutha fuckers"
"TBA ALL DAY!"
"I'd be more than happy to offer you a free day pass at TBA."
"There is the Tennessee Bouldering Authority (TBA) gym in St. Elmo."
#5
Crux
3.8
(5)
"Crux is in the city center."
"Crux is low, but in summer AC is really good, gets super crowdy in evenings"
"Crux is in the downtown. Although it has only two rooms, there are some good routes there."
"Crux has some comp style boulders, but the bouldering at Mesa Rim is pretty small comparatively."
"There’s only three of them, so why not get a day pass to each and see which you like? - Crux"
#6
Mesa
3.6
(5)
"If you want to sport climb, Mesa is the only one that has that."
"Mesa is my favorite, but I don’t love their bouldering section. Great top/lead gym though and a big co-ed sauna is a plus!"
"Mesa is awesome if you do a lot of lead and a little bit of bouldering."
"Mesa Rim’s alright"
"The closest you’ll get is the Mesa Rim facilities."
#7
City Rock
3.4
(5)
"City rock will be a great gym."
"If you want a great climbing spot that also has a gym, City Rock."
"Gripstone or City Rock for a mix of rope and bouldering."
"CityRock has a better vibe and better staff, tends to be crowded."
"CityROCK: lots of kids running around the one time I went, had a bar and restaurant. Too chaotic if you want to"
#8
Nosotros
3.4
(5)
"The Nosotros non-profit (???) situation feels weird but I might try that one first."
"I used to climb at Nosotros 1-3 times per week for over a year. They change up the routes enough to keep it interesting."
"Nosotros: lacks in beauty makes up for in personality"
"Nosotros is more convenient."
"Nosotros- Bouldering only-2 locations- Cheapest- Weird non-profit but are they really?"
#9
Gripstone
4.3
(4)
"I've been going to gripstone for a while and it's great! You can do a 1 month trial with gear rental included for $50"
"Gripstone: Decent routes, bigger, trendier, but you could still get a great workout in."
"Gripstone is probably your best bet. It’s a little dweeby, but a good enough gym."
"Gripstone or City Rock for a mix of rope and bouldering."
#10
Denver Bouldering Club
4.3
(4)
"Denver Bouldering Club. Very inclusive in lots of ways. Lots of people bring dogs and they have a good youth program. 3 locations."
"I like DENVER Boulder Club"
"If you are just looking to boulder denver bouldering club is the most reasonable."
"I'm a big fan of Denver Bouldering Club!"
#11
Seven Bays
4.0
(4)
"We ended up going to Seven Bays in bayers lake. We had a great time!"
"The walls on Gottingen Seven Bays are shorter than they a"
"Seven Bays has an intro pass if you haven’t been before."
"The walls at Sevenbays on Gottingen Street are pretty low, so that should help ease you into bouldering."
#12
Earth Treks
5.0
(3)
"Earth Treks Columbia, MD for the best all around."
"Earth Treks Englewood. Or really any of the Movement gyms."
"There are plenty of nice boulders outside."
#13
Climb Nashville
3.5
(4)
"Any of the Climb gyms are solid. Climb Nashville West/East are both good."
"I enjoyed the problems, felt like a reasonable mix of power and technique."
"Climb nv west has a very small bouldering section though it does have a spray wall."
"Climb Nashville has several locations, at least 2 of which are bouldering only."
#14
Shaker Rocks
4.3
(3)
"Shaker Rocks: gorgeous facility"
"I've only been to Shaker Rocks but I thought it was pretty cool."
"Shaker rocks - Best all around - Expensive :( - Varied setting styles - Good bouldering and Rope climbi"
#15
Groto
4.0
(3)
"One up for groto"
"Groto is my second favourite for its short, but demanding routsetting style."
"Groto, Fabrycza Boulder, Lokal 32 are boulder gyms."
#16
West
4.0
(3)
"Makak, West, Obiekto."
"WEST is big, clean and has a good connection from the city center with the WKD train."
"West good setting also and is newer"
#17
Gecko
4.0
(3)
"I saw that Gecko has a special at the moment where kids can climb up to a porta-ledge and get a pic with Santa."
"Geicko has kids camps for the winter break."
"Gecko is in the north valley and I know they offer youth programs ranging from total beginners to competitive youth teams."
#18
SCC
4.0
(3)
"SCC: small, good routes, go there if you want to work out and focus."
"Scc is a really good gym."
"SCC and Pure for bouldering only."
#19
Riveter
4.0
(3)
"Riveter."
"My partner and I both have really enjoyed our experience thus far there.."
"I think Riveter would be more likely to provide social connections and cultivate will provide quicker climbing prowess."
#20
East Peak
3.7
(3)
"Try East Peaks! They have both options and auto belay, so you don't need a buddy."
"East peak is great for climbing and has a small bouldering wall."
"East Peak will require you to do the belay course unless you can pass the test without it."
#21
Sender One
5.0
(2)
"Sender One is an awesome gym in LA."
"Sender one near LAX, the lead walls are 60-70ft!"
#22
Planet Granite
5.0
(2)
"Planet Granite! SF and Portland!"
"I love Planet Granite in SF."
#23
Allez Up
5.0
(2)
"All around, the best gym is Allez-up IMO."
"I consider Allez Up my home gym and I love it there. Friendly vibes from everyone who climbs/works there, well developed routes and great atmosphere."
#24
Phoenix Rock Gym
5.0
(2)
"Honestly, Phonix Rock Gym or AZR are the best for both/beginners, imo."
"I would be very surprised if you visited Phoenix Rock Gym and were at all disappointed."
#25
White Spider
5.0
(2)
"One of the best gyms by far. Probably the best in my opinion."
"White Spider is one of the best gyms in London."
#26
Rock Mill
5.0
(2)
"Rock Mill: their hold selection!"
"They really are a great gym."
#27
AZ On The Rocks
4.5
(2)
"I'd definitely recommend AZ On The Rocks."
"AZ On The Rocks in Scottsdale is where I’ve been several times."
#28
Momentum
4.5
(2)
"Momentum and the Front (any location) are some of the best gyms ever."
"Momentum…i like that they have bouldering but also a gym equipment."
#29
Central Rock
4.5
(2)
"Central Rock is much larger and has lots of classes etc for newbies! Even if you don’t do a class they will give you a good orientation for bouldering."
"If you want to try lead and top rope/auto belays go to Central."
#30
Berta Block
4.5
(2)
"Berta block is the best :) they are all generally quite good though."
"Berta Block"
#31
Altitude Gatineau
4.5
(2)
"For young kids (~<6) I would recommend Altitude Gatineau as the top choice."
"Clip and climb section of Altitude Gatineau location is really fun."
#32
Metrorock
4.5
(2)
"There’s a women's climbing crew on Monday nights at metrorock Everett."
"Metrorock has 4 - 6 autobelays that cover a decent number of routes, plus 2 main bouldering areas."
#33
Inside Moves
4.5
(2)
"They help you out when you're a beginner and really help you learn the ropes (: have fun!!!"
"Inside Moves has a great variety of top rope and bouldering."
#34
Method
4.5
(2)
"Method in Newark, NJ has the strongest team on the East Coast and caters to members who are strong climbers."
"Method is bouldering only, Goat Climbing in Hackensack has a 60-foot wall and a Level 4 setter."
#35
Ascend
4.5
(2)
"Ascend: massive"
"Ascend point breeze is my go to, plenty of bouldering and top rope."
#36
First Ascent
4.5
(2)
"As /u/VelvetHobi suggested, you'll want to join First Ascent."
"Closest by the purple line is my old home gym, First Ascent Uptown."
#37
Springs Climbing Center
4.0
(2)
"Springs climbing center is awesome, I’m a very novice climber and whenever I ask for help people are very helpful."
"Springs climbing center I’ve heard is good but haven’t been there myself."
#38
Pure
4.0
(2)
"Pure Bouldering on the south side of town is good if you’re just looking for bouldering."
"SCC and Pure for bouldering only."
#39
Spire
4.0
(2)
"Spire is really your only option. But they do have two locations."
"Spire is your only option. It’s a good gym."
#40
BP
4.0
(2)
"My friends and I have memberships at PRG and BP."
"I like the setting at the front but feel like its more crimpy and lots of good outdoor-esque trainers. Momentum milcreek and BP have more of the modern style."
#41
Arkose
4.0
(2)
"For bouldering, I find Arkose to have good prices."
"Arkose is a chain of climbing gyms across Paris. I've been to a few of their bouldering gyms and they're top notch."
#42
Volt
4.0
(2)
"You can also check out VOLT"
"Volt was also good, but i have not been there for a while"
#43
Austin Bouldering Project
4.0
(2)
"ABP if you’re in East or South Austin"
"There’s only three of them, so why not get a day pass to each and see which you like? - Austin Bouldering Project"
#44
Terra Firma
4.0
(2)
"I would definitely recommend Terra Firma! Good luck, go at your own pace, & have fun!!!"
"Terra Firma is for sure the best known one in town, but there are some real sweaty tryhards there."
#45
Joe Rock Heads
4.0
(2)
"Joe Rock heads/rock oasis are great and they share a membership."
"3 main ones are Joe rockheads, rock oasis and basecamp on bloor."
#46
On The Rocks
4.0
(2)
"On the Rocks: amazing artwork"
"If you’re coming through Ohio, On The Rocks is my local gym."
#47
Obiekto
4.0
(2)
"Makak, West, Obiekto."
"Obiekto have good setting especially after last scale changes"
#48
Cleveland Rocks
3.5
(2)
"Cleveland Rocks: that glass ceiling!"
"Cleveland Rocks - New- Small Boulder area- Expensive- Setting issues- Decent rope stuff"
#49
TRC Durham
3.5
(2)
"The climbing community at TRC Durham is great for making new friends/starting a new belaysionship."
"Durham auto belays are all in the kid's room. Going to Morrisville/Raleigh will be better for sure."
#50
Alta
3.5
(2)
"Alta climbing and fitness"
"Alta probably has the best combination of lead/TR and bouldering, but is too far from south Scottsdale for my taste."
#51
Climbing Gym
3.5
(2)
"The spot is the most fun, but if you really want to top rope or lead climb, its probably not your best choice."
"Avery other gym I've ever been to has been really open and welcoming."
#52
Makak
2.5
(2)
"Makak, West, Obiekto."
"I dont like setting at makak"
#53
Murall
2.5
(2)
"Murall Annopol is reachable with M2 and short tramp ride."
"I dont like setting at makak, and muralls"
#54
TRC
2.5
(2)
"Remember TRC has meetups. People are pretty friendly and its a great way to find partners."
"TRC used to have autobelays on the high walls but they took them out."
#55
The Front Downtown
5.0
(1)
"Has a courtyard, gym setup, cafe, yoga, fitness, spin rooms, training rooms, sauna, dog park."
#56
Der Kegel
5.0
(1)
"Nice & chill athmosphere, cool people"
#57
Boulder Parc
5.0
(1)
"Strong community vibes and more comp style/dynamic setting."
#58
Climb Murfreesboro
5.0
(1)
"I’d recommend Climb Murfreesboro though. It’s not technically in Nashville but it’s the best of the Climb gyms."
#59
Movement Wrigleyville
5.0
(1)
"Movement Wrigleyville is hands down the best in town for bouldering!"
#60
Joe Rockheads
5.0
(1)
"Joe Rock heads is awesome if you're downtown."
#61
Altitude Kanata
5.0
(1)
"They have a great space for bouldering and lots of routes that are good for younger kids."
#62
Horizon Roc
5.0
(1)
"Check out the bouldering at Horizon Roc! That place is huge and it has several bouldering areas."
#63
The Phoenix
5.0
(1)
"Nonprofit gym, free instruction/equipment/courtesy belayers, bouldering walls plus top rope."
#64
Pacific Pipe
5.0
(1)
"Pacific Pipe, the new Touchstone West Oakland gym is 👌."
#65
Minneapolis Boulder Project
5.0
(1)
"If you’re up this way, Minneapolis Boulder Project (Minneapolis MN) is great!"
#66
Method Climbing
5.0
(1)
"Really like Method Climbing in Newark NJ."
#67
Tufas Bouldering Lounge
5.0
(1)
"Tufas Bouldering Longue is the best gym in Philly!"
#68
Black Rock Bouldering Gym
5.0
(1)
"Some of my favorite bouldering gyms have been Black Rock Bouldering Gym in Phoenix."
#69
Memphis Rox
5.0
(1)
"Memphis Rox, Memphis TN; The Crux, Eugene, OR; The Commons, Boise, ID."
#70
Stone Age
5.0
(1)
"Stone Age (either location) in Albuquerque NM has some of the best bouldering setting."
#71
Rockreation
5.0
(1)
"There's a gym in Sawtelle called Rockreation that I went to before covid went down."
#72
DBC
5.0
(1)
"If you're specifically looking at bouldering, DBC or the Spot will be your best bet."
#73
Antrebloc
5.0
(1)
"My favorite gym is antrebloc, it has both very good bouldering and decent rope."
#74
Solid Rock Gym
5.0
(1)
"The major gyms are: Solid Rock Gym (locations in San Marcos, Poway and Old Town)."
#75
Elevation Climbing Gym
4.0
(1)
"Simple gym with lead/top/boulder. They do cool all night comps."
#76
The Front Ogden
4.0
(1)
"Mostly bouldering but has lead and top."
#77
Approach
4.0
(1)
"Approach climbing gym in Omaha, Ne"
#78
Coyote Rock Gym
4.0
(1)
"Only one I know of personally is Coyote Rock Gym on St Laurent."
#79
Black Rock
4.0
(1)
"But Black Rock, Alta Gilbert and Chandler, Az on the rocks in N Scottsdale, bouldering project tempe."
#80
The Spot
4.0
(1)
"We’ve been going to the Spot lately, I really like all their locations."
#81
Bend Rock Gym
4.0
(1)
"My kiddo does the after school program at BRG and loves it."
#82
VW
4.0
(1)
"VW has the best roped section in seattle."
#83
Mass Ave Boulders
4.0
(1)
"There is a brand new giant beautiful gym in Indianapolis called mass Ave boulders."
#84
Hangar 18
4.0
(1)
"Hangar 18 has the perks of being really, really cheap."
#85
Coyote
4.0
(1)
"Coyote or Altitude!"
#86
The Spot Denver
4.0
(1)
"The Spot Denver is in that area. They only offer bouldering at that specific location."
#87
Terra Firmament
4.0
(1)
"I still recommend them because it was so fun."
#88
Ascend Pittsburgh
4.0
(1)
"Ascend in Pittsburgh! Top rope / lead is not great or nonexistent lol but their bouldering is pretty awesome."
#89
Climb Cincy
4.0
(1)
"Climb cincy in Cincinnati! It’s just bouldering but super good route setting."
#90
Coyote St Laurent
4.0
(1)
"I definitely recommend Coyote on St Laurent!"
#91
Boulderklub Kreuzberg
4.0
(1)
"Boulderklub Kreuzberg is the best compromise between the two."
#92
Woodson
4.0
(1)
"Hit up Woodson."
#93
Cultivate Climbing Gym
4.0
(1)
"You can take a free intro to climbing class at cultivate climbing gym, then climb for a whole after."
#94
Alta Climbing
4.0
(1)
"I'd definitely recommend Alta climbing in Gilbert."
#95
Triangle Rock Club
4.0
(1)
"Triangle Rock Club in North Carolina (Raleigh-Durham area). Indoor bouldering and top rope."
#96
BoulderWorld
3.0
(1)
"You can try BoulderWorld, it's pretty big and there's air conditioning."
#97
Allez-up
2.0
(1)
"I climb at Allez-up, mainly bouldering, and I find the bouldering area quite small."
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