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. Bonus: FREE rental gear by completing your waiver online.
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!
Discover Climbing Series
@ Vertical Adventures
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.
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 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!”
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.
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
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
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 Climb Nittany?
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!
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🌟 Volunteer for Youth Bouldering Regionals 2025! 🌟
Want to be part of the action at one of the most exciting events of the year? 🧗♀️💥 We`re looking for volunteers to help make this year`s Youth Bouldering Regionals a success!
✨ No experience needed — just a love for climbing and a desire to help!
🙌 Volunteer Perks
• 5 punch passes to all 5.Life facilities
• 25% off coupon
• Entry into our swag & cash raffle 🎉
• Snacks to keep you energized throughout the day! 🍫🥤
Sign up for both sessions to receive double the perks!
Ready to join the fun? 📲https://linktr.ee/blocgarten
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New chalk bags available at all 3 of our Ohio gyms!
Make sure to check out these awesome, all-new, Midnight Lightning Anemone chalk bags and buckets on your next visit in Columbus.
These are a few of our favorite things! Support small business and shop small:) Check out these stickers!
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@sitstartclimbing
#supportlocalbusiness #shopsmallbusiness
These are a few of our favorite things! Today`s highlighted holiday item is the CEMENT6 recycled chalk bag!
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Good News🙌
The Cable Machine is FIXED and ready to go! 💪🏼🎉
After a short break, it’s up and running so you can get back to your training! Whether you’re building strength or improving your endurance, it’s here to support your fitness journey. 🧗♂️
Thanks for hanging in there with us – we’re excited to see you crush your workouts! 🔥
🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE 🚨
On December 15th, starting at 1:00PM, we will be hosting the Mock Youth Bouldering Competition by Team Vertical! 🤩
Due to the competition, the following areas will be closed:
▪Fitness Area
▪System Boards
▪Comp Walls
▪Spray Walls
▪Cave Overhang
But don’t worry! We’ll still be open for normal hours during the event!
Thanks for your understanding, this event is a great opportunity for our team athletes and volunteers get ready for the competition season ahead. 🙌
#blocgartencbus #blocgartenboulders #climb614
Interested in Volunteering at a Youth Bouldering Competition?
Team Vertical is hosting a Mock Competition on December 15th, and we are looking for volunteers! 🙌 This is your chance to experience what it is like to participate in these events with us- no experience necessary!
Sunday, December 15th 1:30PM-6:00PM
Sign up 👉https://linktr.ee/blocgarten
Don`t miss out on this great opportunity to get involved ⭐
#blocgartencbus #climbingby5life #climb614
🌅Rise and Climb at Bloc Garten! 🌅
We’re excited to announce that Bloc Garten is now opening at 7am on Wednesdays & Fridays!
Start your day with a solid workout before work, school drop-offs, or your busy day ahead. Whether you’re a seasoned climber or just starting out, we’ve got routes for everyone! 💪
💻 Need to get some work done before hitting the wall? We offer free Wi-Fi and tables for you to focus.
Come in, climb hard, and seize the day!
👇 Drop a comment if you`re pumped about our new early hours!
#blocgartencbus #brewerydistrict #climbingby5life #blocgartenboulders
Comp wall update! 🚨
Picture 1: Comp wall routes will now be taped with four point starts, this indicates where any combination of your hands and feet are supposed to be before you begin your climb. Grade tags will also be placed on the wall or “bay” the climb is on rather than marking the start.
Picture 2&3: Boulders will also have taped sone holds, in a competition this is a marked hold in the middle of the route that climbers can get points for without topping the boulder.
As always if you have any questions see a staff member.🤘🏼
Team Vertical is hosting a Mock Regionals Competition on Sunday, December 15th! 🧗♂️🏆
This event is part of our ongoing commitment to educating and elevating the climbing community. It will be a USAC youth event only, but we need YOUR help! 🤝
💥 Volunteer Opportunity 💥
Anyone can volunteer to assist with the competition! In return, volunteers will receive free snacks and 5 free passes to use at the gym! 🙌
Come be a part of the action and support the next generation of climbers! 💪 Competitors sign up here! https://bit.ly/3UXvlpt
Volunteer sign up here! :https://bit.ly/3AG3seN
#blocgarten #climbingby5life #TeamVertical
🚨Climbing Clinic 🚨Have you ever hit a mental plateau in your climbing? That next move looks and feels impossible to hit just right. Join our upcoming clinic to learn mental techniques to keep yourself climbing your best and push to new heights.
👉Wednesday, November 20th
⏰6:30-7:30pm
Sign up today!
Non-Members➡️https://linktr.ee/blocgarten
Members ➡️ Bloc Garten Member Home
⭐️Pro Tip: You can find member home on the bottom of the Bloc Garten website
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Offering a program like this requires the entire community to believe in it for it to be sustainable. We can’t do it without your help!
Our Open Door Program is a tool designed to grow the climbing community by making climbing more accessible.
You love climbing. Share it if you can. Consider becoming a DOOR OPENER!
All it takes is a one-time $50 donation or a $5 add-on to your monthly membership fee.
Door Openers are the key to helping us at 5.Life reduce as many barriers as possible and make climbing available to everyone.
They also get a pretty gnarly t-shirt😎
Swipe for more information on how to help, and the impact the Open Door Program has had in our community.
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614 929-6277
512 Maier Place
Columbus, OH 43215
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Hours
Wednesday & Friday 7AM- 10PM
Tuesday & Thursday 12PM - 10PM
Saturday 9AM - 6PM
Sunday 11AM - 6PM