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 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.
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!
We are on Instagram
Big shout out to @thomasstraiton for filming an amazing video here at Bloc! If you want to learn to dyno like Spencer join us on October 15 for our clinic on Dynamic movement taught by the man himself!
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Get ready for the Dyno or Die competition at the end of the month! Details coming soon!
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🚀 Dyno Clinic – Oct 15 | 6:30–8:00 PM
Learn to jump efficiently, land safely, and climb with control.
Perfect for adult climbers ready to level up!
🧗♂️ Spots limited — sign up now!
We had so much fun hosting Columbus School for Girls today! Thank you @colsschforgirls for joining us and exploring the fun of climbing.
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Post Gripdown blues? Not here. Weekly sets are rolling again and Jamie & Spencer are LOVING it! 🎉 What kind of routes are you looking for??
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Wanna be part of the crew? We’re hiring apprentice setters! No experience needed—just bring the psych. Apply online! 🔧💪
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🔥 STUDENT SEND ALERT 🔥
High schoolers climb for just $9 w/ gear on Sept 22 & every 3rd Monday!
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This isn’t a drill. It’s real rock gym action.
⏰ One day. Every month. Don’t miss it.
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📣 CALLING ALL CLIMBERS:
Tag a classmate. Hit the wall.
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Looking for a fun way to celebrate this fall? 🍂 Whether it’s a birthday or a team outing, we’ve got the perfect space to climb, connect, and have a blast together.
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We caught Chris admiring the new set like a proud parent — come climb it before he starts crying
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Bring the squad, and let’s crush it! Bouldering + fitness = the perfect group outing. 🧗♂️💥 #ClimbingCrew #BoulderAndBurn #FitFam #climbingby5life #ohioclimbs
An icon, reimagined for bouldering. The Tarantula Boulder blends entry-level ease with a bouldering-specific edge. Now available in high and low volume variants at Bloc Garten and Chambers! 💪🏽🧗
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Fuel your climb with the drink everyone’s reaching for! All of our locations carry the best Yerba flavors!
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Walls don’t divide us — they bring us together. BIPOC/AAPI day every second Sunday of the month! 9 dollar day passes (gear included) for our bipoc/aapi community ❤️🧗♂️
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New heights, new challenges, new vibes.
Come crush this fresh set and take your climbs to the next level! 🧗
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Contact
614 929-6277
512 Maier Place
Columbus, OH 43215
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Hours
Monday - Friday 12PM - 10PM
Saturday 9AM - 6PM
Sunday 9AM - 6PM
