Portland Rock Gym, located at 21 NE 12th Ave, is among the top climbing gyms in Portland. The gym offers diverse climbing options, including rope climbing, bouldering, and unique wall textures, perfect for climbers at all levels. In addition to climbing, the gym includes yoga classes and a welcoming community feel. Professional and passionate instructors like Brandon, Dan, Molly, and Anne consistently receive high praise for their supportive teaching styles.
Although the gym boasts a clean facility and top-notch class offerings, it can get crowded during peak times, and membership prices have recently increased. Nevertheless, Portland Rock Gym is a highly recommended spot for welcoming, safe, and challenging climbing experiences.
Pros:
- Variety of climbing options
- Highly praised instructors
- Free week of gym access with intro classes
- Welcoming community
- Clean facilities
- Includes yoga classes
- Supportive staff
- Autobelays available
- Unique wall textures
- Great for all skill levels
Cons:
- Can get crowded
- Recent membership price increases
- Bouldering classes fill up quickly
Location / Contact
- Address: 21 NE 12th Ave, Portland, OR 97232, United States
- Phone:+1 503-232-8310
- Website:portlandrockgym.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 4.8-star.
This business has 110 reviews.
The address is: 21 NE 12th Ave, Portland, OR 97232, United States .
The contact number is +1 503-232-8310
This service is listed under Rock Climbing Gym .
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Bennett Ptak
1 year ago
Had a great first climbing lesson with our instructor Anne!
Avery Hashbarger
1 year ago
I did a lead belay class that was set up through the Mazamas. The instructor, Brandon, was awesome. He was extremely helpful, patient, and knowledgeable. He also made the class fun, which made the three hours fly by. Highly recommend this climbing gym, and Brandon as an instructor if your thinking of taking any classes.
mason chan
1 year ago
The climbs are made with quality and the gym is very big with nice staff. Brandon is a very good climbing instructor and knows a lot of climbing history.
Bryce Neary
1 year ago
Brought a friend to a beginners course, where I expected that they could learn the basics from an experienced teacher. Teacher flew through knots and shamed my friend for not catching on quickly, forcing them to tie multiple knots in front of the entire class. Knots had been shown to students once. Saddened to see a course instructor have a pretentious attitude towards a complete novice. Very disappointed with our experience and the attitude of this gym. Do not give them your business, there are plenty of other excellent climbing gyms elsewhere.
Nick Lynch
1 year ago
Great gym. My wife and I took the belay class with Brandon and had an awesome experience.
Margot David
1 year ago
Just had a great intro to climbing class with Ceirin. I appreciated his clarity, sense of humor, and patience.
Arleigh Atkinson
1 year ago
really enjoyed my class with Anne! the instruction was excellent, and the staff welcoming. great place for beginners to start
Russ Eisenberg
1 year ago
Took the intro class with Ann. It was fun and I feel comfortable with the knowledge. Definitely recommend.
Tanya Amaya
1 year ago
Had an awesome first experience at Portland Rock Gym! My friend and I took the First Ascents class and it was a great introduction to climbing. Our instructor Anne was amazing! She was super welcoming, motivating and incredibly informative!
Samuel Reynolds
1 year ago
I took the Intro to Climbing class today and had a wonderful time at the gym. The instructor, Ciaran, was tremendously knowledgeable, energetic, and supportive. At the end of the two-hour session, I felt like I picked up a great foundation and enthusiasm for climbing. It was awesome to then get the time to boulder at my own pace for the afternoon. The gym is incredible - great way to get introduced to climbing!