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Climbmax Rock Gym, located in Tempe, AZ, is a haven for rock climbing enthusiasts of all skill levels. The gym offers a variety of top roping, lead climbing, and bouldering routes across two floors. Patrons rave about its welcoming community, knowledgeable staff, and affordable membership plans. Although the facility is older and currently undergoing renovations, its distinctive walls and exciting route settings continue to attract climbers who appreciate a gym with character and personality. Sean and Emily, the dedicated new owners, are committed to revitalizing this beloved gym.

Despite some reports of worn-out mats and outdated features, Climbmax offers a supportive atmosphere and the opportunity to significantly improve rock climbing skills. Its relaxed environment, coupled with the unique climbable tunnel connecting two floors, makes it a unique climbing destination. Whether you are new to climbing or an experienced climber looking for a friendly, down-to-earth gym, Climbmax Rock Gym is worth checking out.

Pros:

  • Wide variety of climbing routes.
  • Affordable membership plans.
  • Welcoming and friendly community.
  • Excellent top roping and lead climbing.
  • Two-story bouldering tunnel.
  • Unique, character-filled walls.
  • Relaxed, unsupervised atmosphere.
  • Knowledgeable and helpful staff.
  • Good music and overall ambiance.

Cons:

  • Worn-out mats needing replacement.
  • Facility appears older and less maintained.
  • No auto-belays available.

Description

Spacious bi-level arena featuring a mix of top-rope routes, lead climbing & bouldering options.

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Reviews (110)

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Simply the best. You wanna climb the real stuff? Go to the Rockies. Otherwise you come here and you learn how to climb. I don't talk to anyone but they all seem really nice and willing to help out, and that means a lot in this sport. R8 8/8 would take my baby there if she could walk

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This place is great, kid friendly. The only downside is no auto-belays.

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Supply and staff are great

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Low key, not busy, friendly staff. The routes tend to be sandbagged/underrated by at least 1 grade in by opinion, so if you're used to other gyms, expect a route to be harder than you expect.The cracks are really hard (there are offwidths, hand cracks, finger cracks and 2 fist cracks), and the 2-story bouldering tunnel seems extremely dangerous, but is so much fun. The routes are updated once a month or so by my estimation.One of my favorite things about this gym is that there aren't a bunch of strict annoying rules and pestering attendants. Such a relaxed atmosphere. Just do your own thing, don't bother anyone else, and the staff will leave you be.Compared to other gyms, everything is a bit older, well used, more dirty and the routes are marked with tape (eww); however the walls are sturdy, with natural, exciting geometry. It has much more character and personality than some of the gaudy, newer gyms in town that have a squeaky clean finish and blinding bright colors.This is like your cozy neighborhood dive bar versus a showy, soulless sports bar with loud music and high prices.I'll take the dive bar any time.Love this place.

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too much fun this place...!! This is a local owned small business that I LOVED to support; super nice couple own the place and its great fun. Looking forward to any opportunity to frequent this place and support this couple and their cool business :)

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Amazing place to climb all types of routes, super fun and the staff is amazing, don't hesitate to start your climbing journey!

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This gym honestly has some of the best bouldering and some amazing top and lead routes out of any of the gyms I have ever checked out. They sand bag everything incredibly. I have been climbing for roughly 2 months now, at Arizona Rock Gym I was climbing V3-V4 and 5.9ish. I went to climbmax and I was struggling with V0s and V1s, and 5.9s. The skill level at this gym is honestly so impressive. If you seriously care about getting good at rock climbing, THIS is your gym. In the 2 months I have been climbing I went from struggling to finish V0s to projecting V6s, and from climbing 5.9, to working my way toward 5.11a. I am now climbing V7 and V8 at AZR in the span of just 2 months climbing at Climbmax. This gym will get you in shape, this gym will force you to get good at climbing.The environment of the whole gym is extremely friendly. Everyone at the gym is always willing to lend a hand, give you some conversation, or belay you on top rope if you simply just ask. The owner will even come climb with you when hes in, which just honestly shows he cares about the gym.The membership to is INSANELY affordable, and what you get for the price is just thereIf you are a new climber, they have a membership with gear included for just $65 a month. The rental gear here looks amazing, the shoes are some of the highest quality rental shoes of the 4 gyms ive climbed at, they look almost brand new.Definitely worth checking out. Its never too busy if youre worried about it being too crowded, there are so many routes too that youll honestly almost never run into a scenario where you have to wait for someone to finish to do a route.Genuinely cant recommend this gym enough, im not getting paid, nor do I benefit in any way shape or form by writing this review, that is just simply how pleased I am with my membership here. I dont think I am going to even look into getting a membership anywhere else now, this is definitely my favorite gym by far.

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Absolutely wonderful local gym to climb. They have an awesome selection of top roping, including smaller walls, overhang climbs, and lead climbing. It's contains a 2 floor bouldering section with creative routes, as well as a few routes that start at the first floor and end at the second. Also includes a training section upstairs with weights and a hangboard station.

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Love the walls and bouldering tunnel! Great Prices.

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I’m not a climber, but!! This place makes me want to become one :) thank you for teaching me how to belay today

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Frequently Asked Questions

Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.

This business has a rating of 4.2-star.

This business has 110 reviews.

The address is: 1330 W Auto Dr #108, Tempe, AZ 85284, United States .

The contact number is +1 480-626-7755

This service is listed under Rock Climbing Gym .

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