Find us in
German Village.
Bloc Garten is a bouldering-only gym at 512 Maier Place in Columbus, open seven days a week. Check the hours, sign your waiver and come climb. No partner or gear required.
Climb after work or all weekend.
| Monday – Friday | 12 PM – 10 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM – 6 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM – 6 PM |
512 Maier Place
Columbus, OH 43215
Never show up to a locked door.
We're open on every holiday that isn't listed here. On these days we close early or take the day off.
| Holiday | Hours |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Closed |
| Easter | Closed |
| Memorial Day | Closed |
| Independence Day | Closed |
| Labor Day | Closed |
| Thanksgiving Eve | Closes at 6 PM |
| Thanksgiving Day | Closed |
| Christmas Eve | Closes at 6 PM |
| Christmas Day | Closed |
| New Year's Eve | Closes at 6 PM |
Getting here is the easy part.
No membership, no gear and no climbing partner required.
Sign your waiver
Skip the line at the desk and sign online before you arrive. Under 18? A parent or guardian signs for you, plus a short orientation video.
Head to Maier Place
We're at 512 Maier Place in German Village. Weekdays we're open noon to 10 PM; weekends, 9 AM to 6 PM.
Check in and climb
Rent shoes at the desk if you need them, pick a problem and go. New to climbing? Discover FUNdamentals teaches you everything in 90 minutes.
Small things that make a great session.
Sign the waiver
First-time visitors: save time by signing your waiver online before your visit.
Sign now →
Bring a water bottle
We have filtered water dispensers, so bring a reusable bottle to stay hydrated.
Plan your visit →
Take a class
Learn the beginner basics, then develop and diversify your skills with our instructors.
See our classes →
Join a community event
Climbing is about more than the workout. It's about people, and everyone is welcome.
See our events →Answers before you ask.
A few things climbers and parents ask us most before their first trip to Maier Place.
New sets every Tuesday
New problems go up every Tuesday, so there's always something fresh to try, whether you climb once a month or five days a week.
Kids are welcome
Climbers under 18 need a parent or guardian waiver and the orientation video. Kids 4 and under stay within arm's length of an adult; ages 5–14 need direct supervision.
First Time ClimbingWe're here to help
Call 614 929-6277 or send us a message. For updates, follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
Message UsYour first climb starts here.
Book Discover FUNdamentals and get two weeks of free climbing. Walk-ins are always welcome.