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.
Climbing FUNdamentals
The best choice for beginner climbers
New to Climbing? No Problem!
In just 90 minutes, you’ll learn the basics to climb independently at our facility—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 Bloc Garten
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
Discover FUNdamentals
In just 90 minutes, you’ll learn the basics to climb independently at our facility—Bonus: Enjoy 2 weeks of FREE facility access after your class. Take your first step into climbing today!
Climbing V3
Develop techniques to bridge over the first major plateau in climbing. Participants will work on precision footwork, techniques for hand positions, and sequencing that allows for increased success.
What are our Guests Saying
Don’t just take it from us, let our guests do the talking!
“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!”
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to take a class or make a reservation to climb at your facility?
Walk-ins welcome.
Supervision guidelines do apply, see question below regarding kids climbing in facility.
We do recommend booking a Discover FUNdamentals for the ultimate experience. Book Now
If you're new to Bloc Garten, but not to climbing, here are some steps to get you on the wall once you arrive.
It’s my first time, what do I need to do?
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.
Can kids climb at Bloc Garten?
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.
What kind of climbing do you offer?
We have bouldering which is climbing on shorter walls with no rope and lots of padding.
What is good gym etiquette?
We’re so glad you asked! Climbing is an inherently risky activity, so it’s important to stay aware of your surroundings while in the facility. Keep space between climbers, and when bouldering, stay off the mats until you’re ready to climb. Always down climb a few holds when possible to avoid jumping from height. If you fall, hug your arms to your chest, land on your feet, and roll onto your back to disperse the force. For more tips and important safety information, check out our orientation video!
We are on Instagram
💥💥BETA VIDEO💥💥
Come check out this “cordo” boulder and the rest of the new set @blocgartencbus
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💥💥SPEED BOULDERS💥💥
For a short period of time we will be offering “speed boulders” @blocgartencbus
With one hand on the first start hold and one foot still on the ground prepare for the “beep” and try to beat your best time or a friend to the top.
Look for stopwatches near by to record each other!!
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Sign up your climber for a week long adventure at our largest bouldering facility! The week is packed with climbing, games, crafts, and exploration of the Scioto Audubon Metro Park. Climbing is the perfect way to help everyone build courage, confidence, and problem-solving skills.
Click the link in our bio to get your climber signed up while spots are available!
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If you`re looking for a fun activity for your climber to do on their day off school, sign them up for our Schools Out Camp on January 19! Don`t miss out on a day packed full of fun activities to keep your climber moving.
#SchoolsOut #SchoolsOutCamp #YouthClimbing #Bouldering #Climb614 #OhioClimbs
Tonight’s the night at Bloc! 🎄🧗🏽♀️
Rock your rad Christmas sweater and join us for our Holiday Send Session!
🎅 Wear a holiday sweater & get a discounted Day Pass
🍪 Holiday treats while supplies last
When: Wednesday, 12/16
Time: All day discount passes
Treats: 6-9 PM
Where: @blocgartencbus
It’s time to SEND in style! 🎅💥
Join us on December 16 for our Holiday Sweater & Send Session at Bloc Garten.
Rock your holiday sweater for a discounted day pass, and snag some seasonal treats (while they last!).
Let’s make this a festive climb to remember! ❄️🧗♂️
#blocgartencbus #blocgarten #holidaysweater
Happy Family Day! 🎉 (12/5)
First Friday = family fun AND sweet deals!
💸 $9 Day Passes
🎉 Free Rental Gear
🧑🧑🧒🧒 Good times for the whole crew
Kick off the weekend with a climb—bring the fam and let’s make it a Friday to remember!
#blocgartencbus #blocgarten #familyday
Our Community Makes a Difference 💙🧗♂️
As we share this Giving Tuesday message from @accessfund , we want to highlight what you—our community—have already done.
Through our $1 for Access initiative, climbers at our gyms have contributed $7,694 in 2025 alone, and since starting the program in 2014, together we’ve donated over $142,000 to protect climbing access across the country.
Thank you for helping keep the places we love to climb open and cared for. Let’s continue that impact this Giving Tuesday.
🔗 https://5.life/access/
🔗 accessfund.org/conserve
Final hours! ⏰
Our Cyber Monday deal ends soon: Buy 10 punches, get 13.
Make your future climbing sessions a little sweeter — don’t wait!
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The moment has arrived, Bonus Bucks starts TODAY 🤩🤩
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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 @climbchambers @vaohio @climb_nittany
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Share your love for climbing! By adding a monthly add-on or giving a one-time donation, you’ll help open the door for others to experience the joy of climbing through our Open Door Program.
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614 929-6277
512 Maier Place
Columbus, OH 43215
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Hours
Monday - Friday 12PM - 10PM
Saturday 9AM - 6PM
Sunday 9AM - 6PM
