Climb with Santa
December 20 | 9 AM
FIRST TIME CLIMBING
Helping Everyone Climb
First time climbing? Don’t worry or be intimidated! The basics of climbing are quick and easy to learn.
Discover Climbing
The best choice for beginner climbers
Join our 45-minute course designed for ages 14+ (younger climbers can join as “add-ons”). Learn essential Top Rope climbing skills, including belaying. Walk-ins welcome—arrive 15 minutes early to check in and gear up. Bonus: Enjoy 2 weeks of FREE facility access after your class. Take your first step into climbing today!
EXPERIENCED CLIMBERS
You Love Climbing – Come Climb at Vertical Adventures
Useful Tips for Climbing at 5.Life Locations
Sign The Waiver
First-Time Visitors: Save time and sign your waiver online prior to your visit.
Bring Your Water Bottle
The climbing gym is equipped with a filtered water dispensers, so bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated.
Take A Class
We are here to help you through your 5.Life journey. Learn the beginner basics and develop and diversify your skills.
Join a Community Event
Climbing is not just about the workout. It’s about the community and helping everyone feel welcomed and invited to participate.
Our Most Popular Classes
Join our 45-minute course designed for ages 14+ (younger climbers can join as “add-ons”). Learn essential Top Rope climbing skills, including belaying. Walk-ins welcome—arrive 15 minutes early to check in and gear up. Bonus: Enjoy 2 weeks of FREE facility access after your class. Take your first step into climbing today!
The best deal. Three, 90-minute sessions; giving you all the tools you need to kick off your climbing journey. Plus a FREE month of climbing.
In this 2 session course, you will learn the proper lead belay techniques and best practices for clipping, rope management, and falling.
What are our Guests Saying
Don’t just take it from us, let our guets do the talkig!
“The instructors here are nothing short of amazing. So helpful, so kind, and so fun. I’ve had nothing but great experiences getting comfortable with climbing and learning new things at vertical. Shoutout to River who is my favorite instructor and helped us progress in climbing so much”
“I hadn’t been in over 10 years. The new gym is terrific! Tons of routes for any skill level. My 4-year-old loved it. Shout-out to Zach for his help and encouragement!”
“LOVE Vertical Adventures. Madie was amazing with my daughter – patient and supportive and fun. Highly recommend!”
Walk-ins welcome.
Supervision guidelines do apply, see question below regarding kids climbing in facility.
We do recommend booking a High Five for the ultimate experience. Book Now
ORIENTATION
Everyone must complete an orientation before being able to climb. To save time when you arrive we recommend you complet your waiver prior to arriving. Waiver
TOP ROPE EXPECTATIONS
Everyone MUST have a Belay Card visible on their harness whenever they are belaying. Ask a team member about doing a Top Rope check when you arrive.
Top Rope Belay Check Requirements:
LEAD CLIMBING EXPECTATIONS
Everyone MUST have a Belay Card visible on their harness whenever they are lead climbing or lead belaying. Ask a staff member about doing a Lead Climb/Belay check when you arrive or call in advance.
Lead Climbing and Belay Requirements:
EVERYONE entering our facility is required to sign a waiver and complete a brief orientation. Children under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign a waiver for them and watch the orientation video. Supervision guidelines apply to all youth climbers.
Under 18 years old
A parent or legal guardian must sign a waiver and watch the orientation video.
Under 14 years old
Not permitted to belay (hold the rope)
Must follow these supervision guidelines:
4 years and under can climb within arm’s length of their supervising adult. Each adult can only supervise two children this young at a time.
5-7 years old can climb under direct supervision (can see and hear them at all times) of an adult. Each adult can only supervise two children this young at a time.
8-14 years old can climb under direct supervision (can see and hear them at all times) of an adult. Each adult can only supervise three children this young at a time.
Alternately, we offer youth classes check, them out here.
To belay or lead climb at our facility, you must first pass a proficiency test with one of our team members. Our team is available most days and times to conduct a proficiency test, no appointment required.
Kids 14 and over may belay after completing this waiver and passing a proficiency test with our staff.
We have bouldering which is climbing on shorter walls with no rope and lots of padding; top rope walls where a rope has been fixed at the top of the wall and a climber requires the support of a belayer; and we have lead climbing which is where experienced climbers clip the rope into the wall as they climb up.
Nope! While it’s always awesome to get a free ride, we are passionate about community…so we want you to meet new belay partners irl. We have partner finder nights. We have a belay partner board. We will make belay partner calls over the PA system. We WILL help you find a climbing partner.
We’re so glad you asked! Climbing is dangerous, so you must always be aware of your surroundings while in the facility. Keep space between climbers, don’t walk between an active belayer (person holding rope) and their partner, and don’t hold ropes if you have not passed a proficiency to use them. When bouldering, stay off the mats until you’re ready to climb, down climb a few holds when possible to avoid jumping from height, and if you fall hug your arms to your chest, land on your feet, and roll onto your back to disperse the force. See our orientation video for more information!
We are on Instagram
WE ARE HIRING!!
Calling all crushers! 🤙 We’re looking for part-time operational staff who bring good vibes and love all things climbing. Sound like you? Apply on our website! 🧗♂️🔥
WE ARE HIRING!!
Calling all crushers! 🤙 We’re looking for part-time operational staff who bring good vibes and love all things climbing. Sound like you? Apply on our website! 🧗♂️🔥
🏎️💨 Fasten your seatbelt: our gym length ropes are back, better than ever, and priced to move! Get ready for your smoothest belay yet.
•
•
• #ClimbLikeAPro #RopeRestock #ClimbingGear #vaohio #climbingby5life #climb614 #verticaladventures #ohioclimbs #climbingcommunity #5life #bealclimbing #edelrid
🏎️💨 Fasten your seatbelt: our gym length ropes are back, better than ever, and priced to move! Get ready for your smoothest belay yet.
•
•
• #ClimbLikeAPro #RopeRestock #ClimbingGear #vaohio #climbingby5life #climb614 #verticaladventures #ohioclimbs #climbingcommunity #5life #bealclimbing #edelrid
Meet High 5—our entry-level climbing package designed to boost your strength and your confidence. Enjoy unlimited bouldering plus team-belayed high climbs, all with support from our crew. No experience needed. Just climb. 🙌 Sign up in person, or on our website!
#climb614 #ohioclimbs #vaohio #climbon #ohioclimbing #IndoorAdventure #ClimbingGym #climbingby5life
Meet High 5—our entry-level climbing package designed to boost your strength and your confidence. Enjoy unlimited bouldering plus team-belayed high climbs, all with support from our crew. No experience needed. Just climb. 🙌 Sign up in person, or on our website!
#climb614 #ohioclimbs #vaohio #climbon #ohioclimbing #IndoorAdventure #ClimbingGym #climbingby5life
Bring the whole fam this Friday for Family Day! 🧗♂️💕
Every first Friday of the month, climb together for only $9 each (gear included).
Let’s make some memories on the wall!
#ohioclimbs #vaohio #BonusBucks #climbon #schoolsout #ohioclimbing #youthclimbing #IndoorAdventure #ClimbingGym #climbingby5life #ClimbLocal #ClimbTogether #VACommunity #VerticalAdventures #asseenincolumbus
Bring the whole fam this Friday for Family Day! 🧗♂️💕
Every first Friday of the month, climb together for only $9 each (gear included).
Let’s make some memories on the wall!
#ohioclimbs #vaohio #BonusBucks #climbon #schoolsout #ohioclimbing #youthclimbing #IndoorAdventure #ClimbingGym #climbingby5life #ClimbLocal #ClimbTogether #VACommunity #VerticalAdventures #asseenincolumbus
Our community shows up for climbing access. ❤️🧗♂️
As we reshare this important message from Access Fund , we want to recognize what you have made possible through $1 for Access.
In 2025 alone, our community has contributed $7,694 directly to the Access Fund — and since starting the $1 for Access program in 2014, together we’ve donated over $142,000 to protect and preserve climbing access nationwide.
Today on Giving Tuesday, you can help keep this momentum going. With @blackdiamond matching donations up to $80,000, every dollar goes even further to save threatened climbing areas and ensure the next generation has places to climb.
Let’s continue leading by example and supporting the places we love.
Donate. Double your impact. Protect climbing’s future.
🔗 accessfund.org/conserve
📷:PC Caleb Timmerman.jpg
Our community shows up for climbing access. ❤️🧗♂️
As we reshare this important message from Access Fund , we want to recognize what you have made possible through $1 for Access.
In 2025 alone, our community has contributed $7,694 directly to the Access Fund — and since starting the $1 for Access program in 2014, together we’ve donated over $142,000 to protect and preserve climbing access nationwide.
Today on Giving Tuesday, you can help keep this momentum going. With @blackdiamond matching donations up to $80,000, every dollar goes even further to save threatened climbing areas and ensure the next generation has places to climb.
Let’s continue leading by example and supporting the places we love.
Donate. Double your impact. Protect climbing’s future.
🔗 accessfund.org/conserve
📷:PC Caleb Timmerman.jpg
Time is almost up! ⏳
Don’t miss our Cyber Monday deal: Buy a 10-Punch Pass and get 13 punches!
Lock it in before the clock runs out. 🔥
LINK IN OUR BIO
Time is almost up! ⏳
Don’t miss our Cyber Monday deal: Buy a 10-Punch Pass and get 13 punches!
Lock it in before the clock runs out. 🔥
LINK IN OUR BIO
The moment has arrived, Bonus Bucks starts TODAY 🤩🤩
Details ⤵️
For every 💲100 purchase on a gift between Nov 28 - Dec 31, receive 💲25 FREE.
You don’t want to miss out on this great deal! Stop by any of our locations Chambers Purely Boulders @blocgartencbus @climb_nittany
#BonusBucks #BlackFridaySale #climb614 #ohioclimbs #vaohio
The moment has arrived, Bonus Bucks starts TODAY 🤩🤩
Details ⤵️
For every 💲100 purchase on a gift between Nov 28 - Dec 31, receive 💲25 FREE.
You don’t want to miss out on this great deal! Stop by any of our locations Chambers Purely Boulders @blocgartencbus @climb_nittany
#BonusBucks #BlackFridaySale #climb614 #ohioclimbs #vaohio
Your purchase makes a real impact.
Supporting small, credible climbing businesses keeps our community strong—locally and globally.
When you shop small, you support:
✔ Youth programs
✔ Better routes + holds
✔ Industry-approved gear
✔ Cleaner, better spaces
✔ A vibrant climbing community
Thank you for supporting what you love.
Your purchase makes a real impact.
Supporting small, credible climbing businesses keeps our community strong—locally and globally.
When you shop small, you support:
✔ Youth programs
✔ Better routes + holds
✔ Industry-approved gear
✔ Cleaner, better spaces
✔ A vibrant climbing community
Thank you for supporting what you love.
Education matters. Safety matters. Fit matters.
When you buy gear from climbing professionals, you get:
• Proper shoe sizing
• Correct harness fitting
• Recommendations from people who actually climb
Shop with us — become educate.
Link in Bio: https://5.life/blog/2024/09/24/when-to-wear-a-rock-climbing-helmet/
Education matters. Safety matters. Fit matters.
When you buy gear from climbing professionals, you get:
• Proper shoe sizing
• Correct harness fitting
• Recommendations from people who actually climb
Shop with us — become educate.
Link in Bio: https://5.life/blog/2024/09/24/when-to-wear-a-rock-climbing-helmet/
Small Business Saturday is almost here! 🧗♀️✨
Where you buy your climbing gear matters. Whether you shop with us or elsewhere, be informed — opt for credible retailers who prioritize safety, education, and proper fit.
We’ll be sharing tips all week to help you shop and climb confidently.
Stay tuned for the big deal dropping this Saturday! 👀
Small Business Saturday is almost here! 🧗♀️✨
Where you buy your climbing gear matters. Whether you shop with us or elsewhere, be informed — opt for credible retailers who prioritize safety, education, and proper fit.
We’ll be sharing tips all week to help you shop and climb confidently.
Stay tuned for the big deal dropping this Saturday! 👀
Looking for something fun to do over holiday break? 🎄✨
Bring the family, meet friends, or come solo. Climbing is one of the easiest ways to stay active and have a blast—no experience needed!
Check our hours & plan your visit. https://5.life/va/first-time-climbing_va/
#HolidayBreakIdeas #FamilyFun #ClimbingGym #vaohio #climb614
Looking for something fun to do over holiday break? 🎄✨
Bring the family, meet friends, or come solo. Climbing is one of the easiest ways to stay active and have a blast—no experience needed!
Check our hours & plan your visit. https://5.life/va/first-time-climbing_va/
#HolidayBreakIdeas #FamilyFun #ClimbingGym #vaohio #climb614
If you`re looking for a fun activity for your little climber, sign up for our Schools Out Camp on November 26! We will have crafts, snacks, and of course lots of climbing.
Click the link in our bio to register before we sell out!
#youthclimbing #climbon #ohioclimbs #ohioclimbing #schoolsout #schoolsoutcamp
If you`re looking for a fun activity for your little climber, sign up for our Schools Out Camp on November 26! We will have crafts, snacks, and of course lots of climbing.
Click the link in our bio to register before we sell out!
#youthclimbing #climbon #ohioclimbs #ohioclimbing #schoolsout #schoolsoutcamp
Contact
614 888-8393
6513 Kingsmill Court
Columbus, OH 43229
Stay Connected
Hours
Mon, Wed & Fri 11 AM- 10 PM
Tue & Thur 7 AM - 10PM
Saturday 9 AM - 8 PM
Sunday 11 AM - 6 PM