After not climbing for over a year, I decided to put on my climbing shoes again and check out LEF…read moreClimbing. It has a spacious interior with a variety of routes for bouldering, top rope, auto-belay, and lead climb. The walls are much taller than other gyms I've been to and make the routes much challenging. Some of the grading doesn't seem very consistent. Staff is nice. Kids and adults of all ages are welcome. It's definitely fun to experience it at least once! The day pass is currently $30 per person with all gear rentals included. No price reduction if you bring your own gear. The membership cost is hefty, $100 per month or $80 if prepay... that's close to 1K per person at a minimum. One membership bonus is that all classes are free. If I resume climbing on a regular basis, I might consider shelling out some $$.

I was invited by a family member to join her in rock climbing. This was my first time rock…read moreclimbing, and I must say I was a bit intimidated about climbing. The staff were very friendly and detailed on how to get prepared for climbing the wall with the harnesses and also the ins and outs of each level of difficulty. My son loved climbing, as this is definitely his wheelhouse, but not necessarily mine lol. There were numerous walls to climb with the ropes/harnesses utilized and other boulder walls with a harness or rope not used but with a padded flooring under the ways. There is a wall for each level of climber from beginner to seasoned. If you want to try something new or get more practice on your skills, LEF is perfect for you! We will come back soon!

Just joined because it's really the only climbing gym in the area. So far I'm really not liking it…read more Bouldering: In terms of bouldering, the routes are difficult, which is fine, but the wall is also sand paper so you'll get scrapes if you're pushing yourself. Additionally the routes are ridiculously condensed which both makes it easy to bang your hand or knee going for power moves and makes it confusing to tell which rocks are in each route. Top Rope: I've only used auto-belay because I just moved here and don't have any climbing partners. Given how difficult the bouldering routes are, it's crazy how easy the top rope routes are graded. Most people seem to come to this place in groups and I assume that the regular top-route and lead routes are graded more difficult. If so I'll update my rating later. Overall, my biggest problem is the vibe. I came from a very friendly and supportive bouldering gym in Cleveland (shoutout Nosotros) and this place does not compare. It's expensive and super corporatized. Hopefully, I meet some nicer people soon, but at the moment there is just something off about this place that I don't think reflects the climbing community as a whole.

Never been to a rock gym with so many odd rules. Weird atmosphere/vibe too. I'll pass on going back.read more

Went with family and it was a little on the expensive side. The room smelt a little bit but what…read morecan you expect it's a very small room with four climbing walls surrounding you. They have different walls for people of different levels. I think if they could lower the price a little but it would be a great place for a family to get active with their kids!

I love this place!! I've been to their sister gym Climb Nulu in Louisville, so when I was home…read moreover winter break, I had to try out Climb Cincy! Check in process was super quick and easy. The employees are great at showing you around the gym and explaining anything you might need to know. The variety of levels of problems they have are great and my cousins and I spent a solid 2 hours exploring the different routes we could take! The facility is clean, huge, and they do a wonderful job following the Covid protocols. I would absolutely recommend climbing here for a great bouldering experience!

Climb Cincy got our business tonight when we were walking around Northside after dinner- I gave my…read more9 year old the choice between gelato and bouldering, and she chose bouldering. She is a kid who has NEVER gone bouldering before, but is athletic and a bit of a daredevil. Easy waiver signing process, quick intro video and quick safety lesson was all it took to get started! She absolutely loved the experience- if we lived in Cincinnati (we were visiting family who lives in Cincinnati), we would come here often!

Climb time is a great place to go free rock climbing. There are a few different walls to choose…read morefrom depending on what level you want to climb. It's super cheap for two hours as well. No chalk is provided so you'll want to bring you're own.

Finding this place is almost as hard as climbing up the wall for the first time. It's waaaay in the…read moreback of a business zone so keep an eye out for the signs that guide you towards the door. Once inside, you will be able to rent/buy any equipment that will get you (safely) up the walls. It had been a long time since I climbed so I did take the quick belay course $6 and was climbing up the wall in no time. If you just want to climb on the shorter walls (called bouldering) you will not need to have a harness or take the class. You will need to buy a day pass $10 or some other membership. Shoe rental is $4 and I skipped that as I did it in a pair of vibram five fingers shoes. The only other cost for rope climbing is for a harness ($4). So, for either $20 or 24 you can find yourself climbing up one of the various walls, each with its own unique challenge. Some of the walls are really difficult and some are just difficult enough that you will feel really proud of yourself if you can reach the top. And pay no attention to those around you that scale the walls like spiders, they were just like you once. The vibe is really chill and people are friendly and able to offer advice if you need it. I recommend taking breaks every once in a while so that your arms can rest and watch other climbers. My best tip is to use your legs, they are much stronger than your arms and will really get you up the wall. Climbing is very challenging and I really find it both frustrating and rewarding. You will have fun (go with some friends: they do have group rates) and get a workout too!

I've been to RQ a couple times in the past but have started coming in regularly recently…read more The staff here are some of the best employees I've seen and always make people feel welcome! They're very knowledgeable about what they do and are more than willing to impart their wisdom onto you! The facilities are well kept and offer nice hygiene items in the bathrooms such as hair ties and nail files. I'm thankful they got a new water fountain because they've had several issues with it the past month. Only issue with facilities that is ongoing is that in the men's bathroom, there is an odor around the sink that smells like a bad P-pipe. As for the actual climbing, I have to say that it is perfect. I'm not much of a boulder guy anymore but those are very well set. In regards to the top ropes, they are well done and challenging whilst maintaining their entertainment value. I've only been to three places for rock climbing, but I think RQ beats the others to a pulp! Phenomenal work RQ staff!

Rockquest Climbing Center is the place where I first started climbing, and I absolutely love it!…read moreIt's such a welcoming spot with a great vibe -- perfect for beginners like I was when I walked in for the first time. The staff is super friendly and patient, always ready to give tips or belay you if you need it. The routes are well-set, varied, and they change them regularly so it never gets boring. Whether you're just starting out or you've been climbing for years, there's something here for everyone.

Booked slots at the Via Ferrata for our family of 7 ranging in age from 18-51. In my mind, I…read morethought the first few levels would be more like hiking on a ledge while clipped in. This is not the case and I saw immediately upon arrival that even level one is high off the ground and requires climbing. Our guide was great as she took us through the training and explained how to use equipment. We all started out on section 2 because she said it seemed to be easier for people scared of heights (I'm terrified). After that five of us did section one then I did section one again while five others did section 3. Intellectually, I could tell it was an extremely safe operation. The guides are like lifeguards, constantly watching what is happening on the wall through binoculars and calling out corrections or suggestions. Still, for me, when on the wall it was hard to get over my fear of falling. It helped not to look down. My entire party was proud of ourselves for trying it and would like to come back again -- perhaps with more rest beforehand. Some of them got partway through section 4 but were tired from earlier running and weightlifting. Overall a great operation and appreciate the picnic tables on the deck where you can watch others while taking a break.

My husband and I did two days of climbing with Matt through Southeast. We have experience climbing,…read morebut never outside. Matt was extremely kind and professional, and helped us meet our goals in a supportive environment. I would absolutely recommend this company and would be happy to work with Matt again in the future.

I had the best rock climbing experience ever. I've been a very regular boulderer for the past few…read moreyears with a little bit of outdoor experience. Brian, the owner and our guide, took my brother and me out for 2 days. We had a ton of fun, learned a lot (I now feel comfortable climbing outside myself), and drank some beers at the station after. So easy to set up and very flexible: can't recommend enough. I would absolutely use this guide again and probably will!

I've been here several times now, and it has been the same amazing experience every time. The…read moreguides know all the routes and can offer suggestions at every place on the rock. The guides are also extremely experienced in the general area of climbing, and you feel nothing but safe when climbing. Definitely a great place to climb.

Our experience with KRAG has been great. Matt was our climbing guide on two separate trips and he…read moredid a great job of finding routes for our family. We range from very beginner (me) to an experienced competitive team climber (my kid) to in between (the others), so that wasn't an easy task. But he was encouraging yet challenged us all. It was a great experience. We recommend powering past the last generation website to make your reservation and climb with KRAG.

Climbing with KRAG was THE highlight of our visit to Kentucky. I would go with them again in a…read moreheartbeat. Their guides are super professional - in knowledge, safety best practices and skill. And they are a ton of fun and really enjoy sharing their passion for climbing and the Red River Gorge. Whether you are an experienced climber or a complete beginner, or are climbing on your own or with your family/friends/party, I highly recommend climbing with KRAG. My brother and I climbed with Brian (one of the co-owners) and had a blast. We didn't have all our gear but KRAG provides everything you'll need for free (shoes, harness, helmet, etc). It rained so much the day we arrived and I was worried we wouldn't be able to climb. But Brian is so knowledgable and knew where all the best spots were that stayed dry. We got to climb so many classic routes, learned new techniques, and had so much fun. Also, one thing to not overlook is KRAG's emphasis on safety. Brian and his team have loads of experience and every certification out there, and it clearly shows. It gets even better. After a day of climbing, we were so hungry and headed back to the Skybridge Station. Turns out, you can enjoy from their amazing selection of local craft beers on tap! To add, they even serve the best hot dogs and quesadillas in town (and some of the best I've ever eaten)! The guys at KRAG are awesome and are the reason our trip to Kentucky and the red river was epic. I can't wait to go again!