- In January 2024, a new indoor climbing gym, Climb Moab, opened in Moab, Utah. Known for its outdoor climbing spots such as Indian Creek and Wall Street, Moab now offers a dedicated indoor space for local climbers. The gym was started by local climbers Britt Zale and Kaya Lindsay, with the support of an investor, Justin Beitler. The facility offers bouldering, top-roping, and climbing-specific training equipment such as Kilter boards and treadwalls. The founders aimed to create not just a gym, but a community space where climbers can gather, train, and form friendships. With support from local organizations, the gym has hosted events such as movie nights and climbing parties. Community response has exceeded expectations, with many climbers enjoying both the training and social aspects of the gym
- In November 2023, Movement Climbing, Yoga, and Fitness announced its acquisition of The Cliffs Climbing + Fitness gyms, expanding its presence on the East Coast. The acquisition includes The Cliffs' prominent locations in New York and Pennsylvania, notably the largest climbing facility in Pennsylvania, The Cliffs at Callowhill in Philadelphia. The Cliffs gyms feature state-of-the-art climbing walls, fitness centers, and specialized training equipment. The Gowanus location in New York is particularly large, offering 36,000 square feet of climbing space and a variety of amenities, including a rooftop deck with views of Manhattan and Brooklyn. This acquisition strengthens Movement's position as a leading climbing gym network in the U.S.
Frequently Asked Questions
The increasing adoption of smart climbing gyms, is emerging as a pivotal trend driving the global Climbing Gym market.
The major factors driving the growth of the climbing gym market is increasing demand for reliable power systems.
The primary challenges include high initial investment.
The Indoor segment is expected to dominate the global Climbing Gym market holding a major market share in 2025, due to ability to provide year-round access to climbing activities in a controlled environment, making it more accessible and popular in urban areas.
Europe is the fastest growing region in the global climbing gym market due to region's strong outdoor climbing tradition and the increasing interest in indoor climbing as a complement to outdoor experiences.
