dusty old smelly gym with bad management. People come here because it's the only gym aroundread more

My son went there for climbing team. Last December he lost motivation and we followed coaches…read moresuggestion to leave the team. We followed instructions of the front desk to unsigned him and were told we are all set. Little did we know they continued charging out credit card for 11 months!!! When I reached out to them they only gave me back last 4 even though they acknowledged items their fault they didn't properly do it in their system. I just want my money back. Don't give them your credit card information!!!

I've been coming here a whole lot more frequently since joining the recreational climbing team…read more (It's FREE for students, faculty and staff, so what's not to like?!) The routes get changed every semester or so for both bouldering and top rope climbing, and there are two auto-belays if you go there and don't have anyone to help belay you. (The people who go are also super nice--I've had people offer to belay me whenever I go alone!) They offer belay classes here as well--I think it's around $30, and once you're certified (they test you 3 times before letting you do your thing), you can come whenever you want! If you don't plan on getting belay-certified, you can still boulder whenever you want! :] For guests, it's just $5 for admission, which is about 1/4 the price of any day admission to the nearby climbing gyms. Harness rental is always free and shoe rental is $1 each time (free for your first time there though!)

I started rock climbing here about two years ago, and I have been in love with this place. The…read moreprice is unbeatable - FREE for Rutgers affiliates (student, faculty, staff), and $5 per admission for guests. This place has a great variety of top-rope climbing routes. The routes are updated each semester to offer fresh challenges. The staff are Rutgers students who are super friendly and helpful. Check out the Rutgers Recreational Rock Wall Facebook page for more information and upcoming events!

I've been coming here for years, and always have a great time. They offer a wide range of climbing…read morewalls for all ages and skill levels, including a great selection of boulder walls, regular belay and auto-belay options. There are private and group lessons available as well as event rooms for special occasions or gatherings. Every few months they change up their climbing routes, which is nice. On top of that, they have great deals from Monday to Wednesday. Recently, they've opened a cafe serving coffee and food. There is a workout section if you want to warm up or if you're not in the mood to climb. We happened to visit 8/17/24 with some family and unbeknownst to us, it was their 19th anniversary and they've been open since 1995! As part of the celebration, they hosted raffles, offered great deals, huge discounts on merch, and had food available for everyone! It was definitely an unexpected but nice surprise! Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro, I highly recommend this place, it's a ton of fun and offers something for everyone!

Gym looks short in terms of height for rope climbing. The chances of decking are higher if you were…read moreto fall, so adequate caution must be taken. There are other available gyms that are taller like: GV Hoboken, Goat, etc. In terms of bouldering it seems small and limited. A section that piqued my interest was the overhang tunnel. This is first one that I see in a gym in the US, i've seen similar one in Austria. This was outstanding. Everything else was alright... I would say its worth coming this place for some interesting workout : )

I had my son's birthday party here this past weekend . The staff and owners were extremely helpful…read moreand polite. They were actually happy to be there not like many other party place employees on SI that I have experienced. The facility is very roomy,the kids had so much space to play. When the black lights came on and all the rock walls glowed the kids went nuts! I definitely recommend going here with your kids,they will have lots of fun and be off the iPads for a few hours.

This is a spacious, well equipped business. I think the only thing working against them is that it…read moreis in a far off corner of Staten Island that most residents haven't been to. It has a lot of potential and I enjoyed my workout with all its variety.

I went to the Rockville climbing center with a group and the staff was prepared and helpful for all…read moreof the first timers! The climbing options were excellent and everything was nicely labeled in terms of difficulty! It was also really cool using the self belayer. It was nice being able to clip in and climb solo. The center was big enough that even with a my group and others it didn't feel over crowded! Would love to come back!

Have come here for many years with my family and the quality of service has never changed at all…read more This place is truly a gem! Staff is always so friendly and helpful. They are happy to teach you if you are new and make the sport super approachable. The whole community at the gym is so positive and you'll find random people cheering for you after completing a climb. Great variety of abilities and new things to learn. I've never met anyone who has left here not learning something new with a smile on their face. Definitely worth coming!!

My hubby loves to be in motion. He's truly into fitness, both for the mind and body. He's been…read moresearching for something that challenges both. The answer is... rock climbing. I looked into several rock climbing spots near us and even asked friends for recommendations. One name kept coming up: The Gravity Vault, an indoor rock gym. We met a lovely person at the front desk who explained everything in detail. For walk‑ins, they provide all the necessary equipment along with an instructor for two climbs. They also have a bouldering wall, which you climb without a harness. No need to worry about falling as they have sturdy mats to cushion your landing. Another option is staff belayed climbing, where you get a full hour of top rope climbing with an instructor. You be climbing on their impressively tall wall. Look up... or down! Personally, I've never climbed anything that high. You do need to book that one in advance. It looks very challenging and we're definitely game. During the orientation, we learned about their membership options: one‑month, three‑month, or annual passes, with different pricing for adults and youth. You can save quite a bit with a family membership. If you're unsure about committing, they also offer day passes or a 10‑visit pass, with or without equipment included. They have a neat row of cubbies for your jacket, shoes, and other belongings, plus snacks, drinks, and clothing available for purchase. There's even a small gym near the front where you can lift weights or do some light cardio. I inquired if that's extra and the person stated it's included with the membership. The person at the front desk also mentioned they're currently running a Groupon special and suggested we grab it to save some money. Will do and thanks for the tip!

This place is absolutely epic. A perfect setting to see if gravity still works. This climbing gym…read moreis sprawling, and it is big. A ton of top rope climbs, and a plethora of bouldering. The setters did a phenominal job as providing an assortment of options for every climbing level. Everything is super clean, locker rooms have showers, and there is even a ping pong table, chess board, and a weight room. You can easily spend a full day here.

In a recent pilgrimage of hunting all kids friendly play areas and play zones, I feel this is the…read moreMecca of all of it. A 4000 sq ft of sprawling space where critters of all possible ages and sizes congregate. The price is little up the sky but since there is no time limit, the longer you stay until your little one tires out, the better it will be on your pocket. But for the money you pay for the rides and the mandatory company branded socks you pay $3 for, there are so many interesting rides and digital entertainments. My little one is 2.5 years old and he thoroughly enjoyed Rock N Tots area and everything beyond that was safe to play around and met his size limit. I look forward to the day when he will get on the adventurous looking zip line ride. Nevertheless, we found ourselves a place we will keep coming back to until our son grows out of it. Parking? Not even a question!

The kids had so much fun. Out of all the trampoline parks I've been to, this one offers the most…read moreand is the cleanest by far. We will be going back! Just a side note, they will not let you wear any other socks except the ones that say rock n air on them.

So far I've been to Gravity Vault Chatham twice (with a third appointment this coming Sunday) and…read moreI've enjoyed it the both times I went. I signed up and reserved for a 1 hour staff belay session both of those times and really enjoyed it. I haven't rock climbed in years prior to coming here during quarantine, and there are many selections and the staff are very helpful. I especially enjoyed my session with Dave as he was really funny and encouraged my group to push our limits and climb to the top. As for COVID precautions, they have a occupancy limit of, i think, 75 people at a time so reservations have to be done beforehand and early if you want a specific date. Hand sanitizer is provided, and there are cubbies to put your shoes and small belongings before you climb. Masks are required at all times. All in all, I had a fun time and I'm looking forward to my next visit!

This place is a gem. I have been privileged to be a member here for three months, and I have to…read moresay, I can't decide if I am more excited about the climbs or about the people who are so passionate about climbing. The climbs are frequently updated and there is enough variety for every difficulty level. Both I, my friends, and my seven year old have a plethora of top rope climbs and bouldering to chose from. The staff are absolutely invested in ensuring that we make the most of our experience. Outstanding does not being to tell it all.

Great time here at the Rock Club…read more Purchased a Groupon and decided to visit on a Friday morning. Called ahead and the front desk staff were very quick in getting back to me to confirm that a belayer was available at that time. They also confirmed the Groupon over the phone. I went ahead and completed the required waiver forms online prior to our visit. Adequate parking was available at that time. The Rock Club (downstairs) shares its space with a with a tennis club, so make sure you follow the ramp down toward the Rock Club entrance and NOT the stairs whih leads to the tennis club. We arrived at around 10am and it was fairly empty. The Rock Club staff explained the process and set us up with climbing shoes. We were then introduced to our belayer who was awesome. Over the next hour, we tried climbs ranging in difficulty. The wall heights range from about 35-40 feet and the peg placement and wall angles vary throughout the climbs, making some more difficult than others. We even had some time to try some bouldering. Our belayer was great at explaining techniques and technical terms. She was very patient and very encouraging...though not "pushy" at all. After we finished, the staff was nice enough to show us around to see what else was available at the facility: childrens area, common areas, training rooms and weight rooms. May go without saying...wear comfy clothes. As a regular gym-goer, but someone who has NOT climbed before, this was a welcomed challenge. Certain muscles, particularly the forearms and core, may not be part of the typical gym regimen...but are very important in climbing...that being said, I was definitely feeling it the next day. Overall we had a great experience at the Rock Club. We will deinifitely look into other classes. Kudos to all the staff members there.

Fun setting! Bouldering grades are a bit everywhere but fun sets. Nice cushy pads too. If i lived…read morein NY id deffo join.

Fun, active and motivating! Tried Method Climbing and loved it. The playlist was on point, staff is…read morecool, the environment felt super chill (no intimidating gym energy), and perfect to hit with a group of friends. I went Monday 9pm-11pm and we were able to rotate through most of the walls, which made it feel like we got the full experience. Pro Tip: They offer first responder, student and climbing club discounts. Pricing is pretty solid: Day pass: $23 (unlimited climbing and access to gym for the day) Intro Package: $50 (2 week trial membership,unlimited climbing for 2 weeks, free intro classes, free rental gear and no initiation fee) Rental Gear: shoes $7 | harness $4 | chalk $4 | full package $12 If you want something social, challenging and fun.. this is it!

I have yet to actually practice in this gym, but I was invited for a tour and I was welcomed with…read moresuch warmth and excitement! I can't wait to follow up this review once I've tried it out!