Bridges Rock Gym in El Cerrito, CA, is a vibrant community hub for bouldering enthusiasts of all levels. The gym's friendly staff, diverse climbing routes, and excellent facilities make it a top choice. Visitors appreciate the gym's cleanliness, variety of bouldering problems, and convenient amenities like showers, locker rooms, saunas, and even a café/lounge area. In addition to top-notch climbing, Bridges offers fitness classes, yoga, and a welcoming atmosphere for families and climbers alike.
While the gym is renowned for its positive vibe and solid route setting, some users have noted issues with the condition of equipment and occasional overcrowding during peak hours. However, the majority of reviews praise the helpfulness of the staff and the overall quality of the climbing experience.
Pros:
- Friendly and knowledgeable staff
- Clean facilities
- Diverse and fun bouldering routes
- Convenient amenities (showers, saunas, lockers, café/lounge)
- Regularly updated climbing problems
- Great for climbers of all levels
- Affordable day use and memberships
- Additional fitness classes and yoga available
- Family-friendly environment
- Strong sense of community
Cons:
- Occasional equipment issues (faucet/hand dryer)
- Overcrowding during peak hours
- Some holds could use replacement
Description
Indoor gym with a rock-climbing wall, cardio & strength training, plus yoga & fitness classes.
Location / Contact
- Address: 5635 San Diego St, El Cerrito, CA 94530, United States
- Phone:+1 510-525-5635
- Email:[email protected]
- Website:bridgesrockgym.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 4.8-star.
This business has 120 reviews.
The address is: 5635 San Diego St, El Cerrito, CA 94530, United States .
The contact number is +1 510-525-5635
This service is listed under Rock Climbing Gym .
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Sheree Waterson
5 years ago
Fantastic team here! Such a wonderful vibe and spirit.Great gym with a variety of options to work out and climbing.
Jordan H
5 years ago
Dirty, mats falling apart, poor air quality.
Keerat Singh
5 years ago
Love this rock gym!! Many boulders, friendly staff and reasonable prices on Fridays (with the groupon discount). Definitely going to come back here again.
Brian Schneider
5 years ago
Came along with some friends that are members, Cecil in was super easy and was greeted by helpful staff. Overall good experience, was a bit crowded while there but nothing that counted against the experience.
Erik Lundberg
5 years ago
Great gym. Went in for the day and wish I lived in the area to use more often. The staff was incredibly helpful - great neighborhood friendly feel.
Eli Peckerman
5 years ago
Solid bouldering routes that are constantly changing. Friendly staff that is always willing to help. Groovy tunes. Eclectic slack line arrangements. Cheapest admission around. Only caveat is there isn't really top roping, if that's your thing.
Antoinette Chen See
5 years ago
Thank you Bridges for getting me into bouldering! Love the walls, the massive cave, the warmth of the staff and other climbers, and the sauna/shower with really nice products. If it was closer to my house I’d make it my regular gym as the workout rooms have everything you need.Have wanted to climb for so long but often put off by the prevelance of ‘bro culture’ and mansplaining in other spaces, how expensive it can be, and the lack of diversity in many spaces. But Bridges has more black and brown folks, youth, is a women and queer friendly space, and folks are friendly and helpful in a not obnoxious way. I try for take advantage of the specials and groupons when whenver I can.Love bringing other qtpoc crews through especially for ‘women’s night’ 3rd Saturdays.
Tomas Sport Tuning
5 years ago
My Daughter and I had a great time.A small issue getting the right size climbing shoe for me, and they had not been washed in a looong time. We will go back and are considering a membership.
KUNG FU SPIDERMAN
5 years ago
This has been my favorite place to climb at. So much to choose from and do at Bridges..rock climbing, bags for kickboxing, calisthenics equipment, weights, cardio, slackline, weights, lounge, sauna, classes, etc.. . I take my family and friends here every chance I can. The staff is awesome and friendly. Something happened with my groupon and the staff really helped me out especially Cyrus! I recommend this place to anyone
Shana Rubin
5 years ago
It's a great climbing gym to go too. I just wish it was closer to the Berekley Campus. It's a uniquely small gym that I feel that everyone should know everyone that climbs but I didn't really get that vibe from it. It would be cool for Bridges to start small programs to create a community within the gym