Helping Everyone Climb
Don’t worry or be intimidated! The basics of climbing are quick and easy to learn.
Discover Climbing
Don’t worry or be intimidated! The basics of climbing are quick and easy to learn. Designed for people with little or no climbing experience, this 90-minute course teaches the skills needed to climb independently at our facility and is a great first-time climbing experience.
Sign a Waiver
First-Time Visitors: Save time and get FREE rental gear by completing your waiver online.
What to Bring
Bloc Garten is equipped with a filtered water dispensers, so bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated!
Take a Class
Discover the indoor sport of climbing. We are here to help you through the first steps of your 5.Life journey. Here
For Anyone, at Any Age
What Our Customers Are Saying
Don’t just take it from us, let our guests do the talking!
“Great bouldering gym that has never been too busy whenever I have gone. Great routes! I am always challenged and leave feeling exhausted. Love it!”
“It was such a great experience! Signed up for a fundamental class since my boyfriend and I had zero experience. Everyone was super friendly and helpful. Zach our instructor was very patient and super encouraging. Overall it was super fun and a great workout. I would totally recommend others to check this place out.”
“Great establishment! Very friendly, super clean, educated staff. High quality equipment. I had an absolutely blast here! I highly recommend it! Especially for beginners.”
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s my first time, what do I need to do?
Save time and get FREE rental gear by completing your waiver and orientation video online.
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. Waiver
Do I need to take a class or make a reservation to climb at your facility?
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)
Use of the Auto-Belay Machines (a device that holds the rope), requires an adult who has completed the Auto-Belay Orientation to double-check the climber before every climb.
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 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!
Heads Up ⬆️ Our entrance is temporarily closed for repair. We are still open! We have a second entrance if you keep driving past the park 😎
#blocgartencbus #climbingby5life #climb614
☠️IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN CLIMBERS☠️
Join our team at BG on Halloween for this year’s DYNO OR DIE with 5.Life👻
🎃 6:30 🎃 Registration for the competition begins
🎃 7-9 🎃 Climbing! See how many dynos you can complete🦖
🎃 9:30 🎃 Costume contest winner is announced 🏆👻
🎟️ Free for members or with day pass
Join us Thursday, October 31 for spooky drinks, scary snacks, a chance to win our costume contest, and a spine-shivering dyno competition☠️
The countdown begins….
#blocgartencbus #climbingby5life
🚨 UPDATE 🚨
No new set at Bloc Garten today. We’re shifting focus to the upcoming Grandview Gripdown this Friday 9/20 at Chambers. Apologies for the change—we hope to see you there!
Gripdown Breakdown👇
🌟Cash Prizes
🌟FREE Pizza and Beer post climb
🌟Crash Pad Raffle
🌟DJ Zach Zabel
Registration starts at 6:30pm -> Climbing starts 7:30pm sharp!
Sign up today in the BETA App, Member Home or in gym 😎 $25 entry for all competitors
#grandviewgripdown #climbchambers #ohioclimbs #climbingby5life
🎃 Celebrate the first day of Fall with some after hours climbing at Bloc Garten! 🍁🍂
🔜Sunday, September 22nd, from 6-8 PM
〰️Bring your bestie and join us for an evening full of warm fall beverages, climbing, and a chance to win a prize!
🧡Warm up with some apple cider🍎 or enjoy a pumpkin spice latte ☕️ while you rest and chat!
〰️BYOM (bring your own mug) to enjoy a delicious drink, then try your hand at our Mug Contest🏆 for a chance to win a prize👑
🟠Event will be free for members, and $9 for non-members🟠
*PSL will be decaf and vegan
Made and provided by yours truly at 5.Life (BG staff member/World’s best [perhaps only] Bouldering Barista💁🏻♀️)
Guest appearance from @tessbellville on this weeks new cave set at Bloc Garten. She said this is her favorite Boulder BY FAR.
@jami.roberts01
@tension_spencer
@bittersetter
@ethanherrel
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14 New ones at @blocgartencbus come check em out…
@joe_mama_climbin
@jami.roberts01
@ethanherrel
@bittersetter
14 new boulders over here at BG. Had @mgrum310 from our @climb_nittany location join us with some new to Cbus grips.
Let us know what you think of the set either on the BETA app or here in facility on the big ole whiteboard!
@jami.roberts01
@tension_spencer
@mgrum310
@bittersetter
One of a few good boulders at Bloc Garten! Come check out the rest of the set and don’t forget to leave a comment or a rating on the new BETA app…
Setters:
@ianmulvey
@balsama.joe
@bittersetter
We’re closing early this Sunday, August 11th, for a special team meeting. We truly cherish these times together! 💙
And remember, our switch to BETA software kicks off on Monday, August 12th! 🚀
Can’t wait to see you all on Monday!
#blocgartencbus #boulder614 #climbblocgarten
🎭 Get ready for a night of laughter with Don`t Tell Comedy! 🎭
Join us this Saturday for two hilarious shows at 7 PM and 9 PM. Whether you’re in the mood for early evening fun or a late-night comedy fix, we’ve got you covered!
🌟 Exclusive Offer: Use the code BLOC5 when booking your tickets and get $5 off! Don’t miss this chance to save on a fantastic night out.
🍻 BYOB – Bring your favorite drinks and make it a night to remember. Cheers to great comedy and good times!
Grab your tickets now and get ready to laugh the night away! 😄
#donttellcomedy #blocgartencbus #brewerydistrict #climb614 #nocterrabrewingco
‼TEAM VERTICAL IS BACK‼
Is your climber interested in pushing themselves through competition climbing? Try out for Team Vertical Sunday August 4th!
Registration link in bio or email Aidan@5.life
its raining but the ew cave set is dry… come get em!
Location
614 929-6277
512 Maier Place
Columbus, OH 43215
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