Climbing + Bouldering

Climbing + Bouldering

Summer Minneapolis Wall Closure Notice

Get ready for the new climbing wall vibes. The Minneapolis climbing wall will be closed for remodeling from May 11th through the remainder of the summer

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Learn to climb, hone your skills, compete, and find community. 
No experience is necessary — your first time climbing is free! 

Climbing and bouldering are available at URWC, and bouldering 
is available at SPG all open hours. 

Locations

Minneapolis (East Bank)

Minneapolis URWC Climbing Gym

Minneapolis Climbing Gym Facility

  • Climbing pass required 

  • The Minneapolis Climbing Gym is currently closed for construction through the remainder of the summer. We aim to reopen in the fall! Stay tuned for updates.

  • Climbing Gym Schedule

 

Minneapolis URWC Climbing Training Center 

Minneapolis Climbing Training Center

  • Free to use for members

  • The Minneapolis Climbing Training Center is open! Located in the north building, this new training center syncs with an app for responsive and customizable training. 

St. Paul

St. Paul Gym Climbing Wall

St. Paul Gym Climbing Wall

  • Free to use for members

  • The wall features over 900 square feet of climbing surface, equipped with five top ropes and reaches 25 feet high.

  • The SPG bouldering wall is open during all facility hours. Please note that our Youth Programs summer camps may affect the availability of open bouldering.

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Know Before You Go

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I have never climbed before. Is that okay?

  • No prior climbing experience is needed!
  • First time users will receive an orientation and training that covers all of the key things you need to know to climb at the URWC Gym.
  • Your first time climbing is free.

Do I need equipment?

  • Nope! 
  • Climbers may bring their own climbing equipment, but for those that need it, we provide climbing shoes and harnesses at no additional cost.

What is the cost to climb?

  • The first time you climb is free.
  • A semester climbing pass is $60 + tax.
  • A half-semester climbing pass is $35 + tax, available mid-semester. 
  • A day pass is $15 + tax. 

Anything else I should know?

  • Our staff are always happy to answer your questions - just ask!
  • If you have advice (beta, in climbing lingo) about how to climb a route you see another climber attempting, ask them if they want the beta first.
  • There's no one "right" way to climb - as the climber Alex Lowe said, "the best climber in the world is the one having the most fun."

Community Climbs (FREE)

About

Community Climb Days seek to foster inclusivity and diversity in the University of Minnesota Climbing Community. During these events, we strive to create a safe space for students to climb and build relationships with others who identify with their community and share an interest in climbing!  

All climbers - new and experienced - are encouraged to come to try the sport in a welcoming and fun environment and to create a strong community at the U of M Climbing Gym! These events are designed with certain identities in mind, but all are welcome to join.

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