First Ascent Humboldt Park is a top-tier rock climbing gym in Chicago, located at 2950 W Grand Ave. With 100% bouldering walls, it offers routes for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced climbers. The facility features three full alleys of bouldering, a workout area, yoga classes, and free lockers. The gym's staff are welcoming and highly knowledgeable, creating a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Community engagement is strong, and the pricing is fair, making it accessible for everyone. The membership benefits include access to sister gyms, ensuring variety and convenience for all climbers.
The gym is kept clean and well-organized, providing a pleasant environment for climbers to challenge themselves. Despite lacking an official parking lot, the area offers ample street parking. The facility also garners praise for its thoughtful route setting, diverse climbs, and technical challenges. However, visitors should be mindful that it can get quite hot inside and the available fitness equipment is somewhat limited. Overall, First Ascent Humboldt Park is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to engage in bouldering and other fitness activities.
Pros:
- Diverse climbing routes.
- Friendly and knowledgeable staff.
- Clean facilities.
- Free lockers available.
- Intro classes and training videos.
- Wide range of skill levels catered.
- Affordable pricing.
- Great community and welcoming atmosphere.
- Convenient membership options.
- Extra amenities like yoga and fitness equipment.
Cons:
- No official parking lot.
- Can get quite hot inside.
- Limited fitness equipment.
Location / Contact
- Address: 2950 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
- Phone:+1 773-697-9743
- Website:faclimbing.com
Rating Stats
Reviews (110)
Frequently Asked Questions
Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.
This business has a rating of 4.9-star.
This business has 110 reviews.
The address is: 2950 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States .
The contact number is +1 773-697-9743
This service is listed under Rock Climbing Gym .
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Avi Kazen
3 years ago
FA is fantastic. Great sets, convenient locations and fun atmosphere. Favorite gym in the city!
Callum O'Donnell
3 years ago
Phenomenal gym, great customer service and decent pricing. Climbing is a fun sport but honestly this place would be worth it just for the gym!
sarah krueger
3 years ago
Best gym I have ever been to! Staff is amazing, people are laid back and sanitary, I look forward to coming here each day!
Rachael
3 years ago
Great first-time climbing experience. Everyone friendly and non-judgemental, very chill environment. Super fun puzzles to solve!
Jared R. Johnson
3 years ago
Friendly staff. Lots of bouldering options. There is are two overhang areas. Very clean. Great bouldering-only location.
Brittney C
3 years ago
It was my son’s and I first time at this location and it was fun! The staff was super friendly and accommodating. The facility was clean, spacious and no concerns at all, during the never ending pandemic. We will for sure visit again!
Christina Eddleman
3 years ago
If you’re looking to be a dude on a rock, then come to First Ascent and ROCK ON DUDE! Really great gym! Would recommend. Am recommending. Just go check it out for yourself!
Melinda Oliver
3 years ago
I attended Earth Remedies event at First Ascent and had an absolute blast! Great to see First Ascent partnering with organizations doing such cool work in the Chicago area. Definitely planning to come back again!
Jen Rowley
3 years ago
AWESOME gym, let me tell you why:-friendly staff-friendly patrons-VERY clean facilities-easy membership-LOVE the reservation system (in place for COVID)-good quality & variety of routes-the gym has everything you need for a good workout-well organized space-climbing classes are top notch
Mica Radu
3 years ago
One of the bigger bouldering gyms in the city, with great routes - both for newbies and more advanced climbers. The staff is also really nice :)