Berkeley Ironworks is a top-notch rock climbing gym located in Berkeley, CA. It offers a variety of climbing options like bouldering, rope climbing, and lead climbing. The gym is well-facilitated with weights, cardio machines, and a sauna, making it a comprehensive fitness hub. The staff is known for being friendly and helpful, and the gym maintains a clean and supportive atmosphere.
Consistent route resets and technical climbing challenges are a highlight here. However, the gym can get quite crowded during peak hours, and prices for day passes and memberships are on the higher side. Overall, BIW is a favorite among climbing enthusiasts in the Bay Area.
Pros:
- Wide variety of climbing options
- Friendly and knowledgeable staff
- Clean facilities and well-maintained equipment
- Comprehensive fitness equipment and amenities
- Sauna available
- Good variety of fitness classes
- Convivial atmosphere with a strong community feel
- Regular route resets keep climbing fresh
- Kid-friendly and inclusive environment
- Great location with parking available
Cons:
- Gets very crowded during peak hours
- High prices for day passes and memberships
- Some outdated gym equipment
Description
Indoor rock-climbing operation with many obstacles & lessons, plus a gym with variety of classes.
Location / Contact
- Address: 800 Potter St, Berkeley, CA 94710, United States
- Phone:+1 510-981-9900
- Website:touchstoneclimbing.com
Rating Stats
Reviews (120)
Frequently Asked Questions
Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.
This business has a rating of 4.7-star.
This business has 120 reviews.
The address is: 800 Potter St, Berkeley, CA 94710, United States .
The contact number is +1 510-981-9900
This service is listed under Rock Climbing Gym .
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Emma Floyd
1 year ago
There are lots of routes for top rope, lead and bouldering. The layout is interesting and fun, and there's a nice busy buzz without it feeling overcrowded.
Talia Koren
1 year ago
Fun climbing gym, a little crowded and the walls are shorter than what I’m used to for bouldering but it gets the job done. I haven’t used the gym area but it looks great!
Dave C
1 year ago
I've always loved climbing here. It has changed quite a bit over the past few years but still lots of fun. Unfortunately their prices have somewhat skyrocketed, but I guess that's a sign of the times.
Elaine Y
1 year ago
Wonderful gym. Fun and challenging climbing routes. Clean bathrooms. Good ventilation. Helpful and friendly staff 💛💛💛 🥰 …
Ryan Wong
1 year ago
Really decent sized gym for how short the walls are. The workout space is everything you would need. I cannot attest to the rope climbing, but the bouldering is probably a 3/5. Too much inconsistent setting that focuses on one move wonders followed by easy climbing. I would have more fun in flow. But overall the gym and staff experience is very pretty solid!
Marjolaine G
1 year ago
By far my favourite Touchstone climbing gym in the Bay Area. The bouldering problems are complex and more technical than muscle heavy. It gets quite busy - both on the bouldering side and the sport climbing side during the evenings.The atmosphere is very convivial and there’s a more traditional feel to the gym somehow.There is a workout section as well with cardio machines and weights! Overall, really liked this gym.
Lena Funke
2 years ago
great bouldering, gym, and yoga class
Andre Hanyu-Deutmeyer
2 years ago
Awesome gym. No pretentious bull. Staff is amazing.
Masha Danilenko
2 years ago
I love it! There is a wide variety of routes from easy to very hard. Everyone can find their level.
Rae Pascopella
2 years ago
Ive been going here since I can remember and now as a high school students I love to go back and have fun climbing with my mum