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AMENITIES

  • -Top rope, lead and bouldering gym with widely varied climbing terrain to suit all abilities and climbing styles.

    -Training area with select free weights, hang boards and bands.

    -Gear shop with some of the best selection of climbing gear in Northern Arizona.

    -Second story mezzanine overlooking main climbing area that’s great for getting work done, socializing or viewing climbers.

    -Top rope and bouldering areas designed for all levels of climbing, youth programs and family climbing.

    -Spacious side yard with patio, artificial grass, pull up bars and slackline. Great for slack lining, stretching, working out, parties and events and laying around soaking up the sun.

    -Free Wi-Fi

  • 24/7 bouldering gym with widely varied climbing terrain on beautiful walls. (learn more about our 24/7 After Hours access!)

    Dedicated and separated Board Room:
    —Moonboard (original 2016 setup)
    —12 x 12 adjustable (5 degrees to 70 degrees) Kilter Board
    —8 × 12 adjustable (10 degrees to 60 degrees) Kilter Fullride Board
    —8 × 12 adjustable (15 degrees to 60 degrees) Tension Board 2
    —Campus board

    Separate and dedicated workout room:
    —Two Rogue bench and squat station
    —Rep Functional Trainer
    —Rogue free weights
    —Kettle bells
    —Spin Bikes
    —Treadmills
    —Concept 2 Rower
    —Training rings
    —Rogue medicine balls
    —Jump boxes
    —Bands
    —Mirrors
    —Training cage (with stall bars, dip station, pull up bars, hang boards, TRX)
    —Separate and dedicated sound system
    —Low chalk environment
    —and more!

    Separated community workspace room with air conditioning

    Simple gear shop offering energy bars, drinks, tape, chalk, etc.

    Free Wi-Fi

CLIMBING GYM FAQ

  • Any athletic or loose-fitting cloths work great for climbing.

  • Yes! You don’t need any prior experience or certain level of fitness to have a great time climbing at Flagstaff Climbing’s Downtown Crag or Main Street Boulders Locations.

  • No. Day passes are available. A day pass is for the entire day, so you can leave for a while and then come back. Day passes are good at Flagstaff Climbing’s Downtown Crag and Main Street Boulders Locations so you can visit both locations on the same day during open hours with no additional charge.

  • For convenience you can sign our waiver online. It will save you time and get you climbing as fast as possible. No time to sign it ahead of time? No worries. You can sign the waiver when you visit the rock gyms to climb. Note: Waiver must be signed by parent or legal guardian for all climbers under 18 years old. Sign our waiver.

  • Bouldering is a form of rock climbing that only requires climbing shoes. The climber climbs up a short wall without a rope or harness and then falls or jumps onto crash pads (soft mats) on the ground. The walls are about 12 feet tall at Flagstaff Climbing’s Downtown Crag Location and up to 16 feet at Flagstaff Climbing’s Main Street Boulders Location. We have state-of-the-art crash pads at both locations.

    Rope climbing is a form of rock climbing where you climb high enough to need to tie into a rope with a harness and have a belayer (someone to catch you with the rope and lower you). Flagstaff Climbing’s Downtown Crag Location offers rope climbing on walls up to 40 feet high. Flagstaff Climbing’s Main Street Boulders Location does not have rope climbing. There are two types of rope climbing we offer. You can either top-rope or lead climb. Top-roping is where the rope catches you from above and is by far the easiest to learn and most popular form of rope climbing at Flagstaff Climbing’s Downtown Crag. In order to top-rope in our gym, you will need someone 12 years old or older to belay you. If they haven't belayed before, they can take a belay lesson anytime we are open. Lead climbing is where the rope catches you from below. Lead climbing is an advanced rock climbing skill. To lead climb in our gym you need everything mentioned above along with your own lead rope. If you haven't lead climb but want to learn, you can take a lead class.

  • Yes! We offer harness, climbing shoes and belay device rentals (everything you need to climb).

  • Anytime we are open. We will get you started as soon as we can. Average wait time from when you walk in the door to when you start climbing is less than 20 minutes but can be longer during peak climbing times. Generally, climbers need to be 12 years of age or older to take a belay lesson.

  • Climbers of any age and ability can climb at both of our rock gyms. We have had kids as young as 1 climbing in our gym! All children under 12 are required to be supervised by an adult. Climbers under 18 years of age need to have a waiver signed by a parent/legal guardian prior to participating. Sign our waiver.

  • We do not currently have auto belays in our gym.

  • WARNING: CLIMBING IS DANGEROUS AND MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.

    All climbers must have a signed waiver on file and all-day pass & membership fees current.

    Everyone must check in at the front desk.

    Climbers must pass a proficiency test or take a lesson by staff before using the facility.

    Day Pass Users & Members are not allowed to teach belay skills to other climbers.

    Immediately report any accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions to staff on duty.

    Store all personal gear in cubbies and keep climbing areas clear of all objects at all times.

    Watch for falling climbers. Do not stand underneath other climbers. 

    No smoking. No alcohol or drug use.

    No barefoot climbing.

    Parents are responsible for their children.

    No horseplay or offensive behavior.

    No food or drink in padded climbing areas.

    If you need further training or instruction during participation, it is your responsibility to seek assistance from the staff. 

    AT FLAGSTAFF CLIMBING YOUR VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION IN CLIMBING INDICATES YOUR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT THAT CLIMBING IS DANGEROUS AND THAT YOU ASSUME ALL RISKS.

  • Flagstaff Climbing is an indoor climbing facility and climbing gear retail shop located in historic downtown Flagstaff a few blocks north of the university and bouldering gym (Main Street Boulders) located in the heart of Sunny Side in central Flagstaff.

    Flagstaff Climbing opened their doors in September 1995 (as Vertical Relief Climbing Center). Founded by two local climbers Stan Mish and Tomas Robison and with the help of a great crew the gym quickly became a staple for Northern Arizona climbers. Flagstaff climbers enjoy great year-round climbing but many soon realized the benefits of having an indoor facility to improve their climbing. Area children received a great opportunity to learn a new activity that challenges them mentally and physically.

    In 2003, long time employee, John Doskicz acquired the business and continued to push onward serving the ever-growing community.

    In 2012, Vertical Relief Climbing Center changed its name to the new and current name; Flagstaff Climbing.

    In 2013, Flagstaff Climbing added a new bouldering gym located on Main Street in the heart of Sunny Side in central Flagstaff. MSB’s walls are sculpted by the leading wall building company, Vertical Solutions and is a true work of art. With the addition of MSB, Flagstaff Climbing could now offer two climbing gyms for the price of one.

    In 2019, John’s long time operations manager Jason Henrie bought the business. Jason looks to continue building upon a community and gym experience that stands on a strong and broad foundation, laid down by amazing owners, employees and customers over the last three decades.

    Flagstaff Climbing thanks everyone who has ever worked at, climbed with and supported Flagstaff Climbing. Your continued support has made a positive difference in many people’s lives. Come on down and check out your friendly neighborhood rock gym and gear shop!

INTERESTED IN JOINING THE TEAM AS AN EMPLOYEE OR AS A VOLUNTEER?

Send your resume to info@flagstaffclimbing.com. Thanks for your interest!