Climbmax Rock Climbing Gym

This gym is like a second home to me. I have been a member since January and I plan to continue my membership. It is a wonderful community and a safe place to learn and grow. The owner Sean is awesome and you can tell he truly cares about the gym and community. I tell everyone I know to come to climbmax!

My friend and I have been coming to this gym for several months now. I was really nervous when I first started climbing, but now I find it really fun. The locals from the gym set the different routes and they seem to rotate them frequently, which is a plus (and I won't get tired of doing the same V2s lol). Overall this is the place to get a good workout, learn how to climb, and have fun with friends :)

I checked out ClimbMax for the first time yesterday with a couple of people and we were beyond impressed with the atmosphere, hospitality from the owner Sean, route setting, pricing, and the community there. I learned to climb in a small town where there was only one climbing gym and since moving to Phoenix I’ve been searching for that friendly atmosphere where strangers chat with each other and become friends and people look out for each other. Sean is very friendly and knowledgeable. He conducted my friend’s top rope lesson. He’s a fantastic teacher and she was able to pick up the pbus method almost instantly. From what I’ve seen around the valley the majority of gyms have pretty expensive day passes and rentals, sometimes costing around $35. ClimbMax is priced significantly lower which is perfect for someone who’s just getting into climbing and doesn’t want to break the bank. This is the same for membership prices. At some other gyms you’ll easily spend close to $100 for a personal monthly membership while ClimbMax’s is a much more fair price at $55 which pays for its self in under 3 visits. WOW! When my partner and I have more time on our hands we’re planning on starting up a membership and making this our climbing spot! Thanks Sean, we had a blast! -Ginger Yotz

This is a fantastic climbing gym. The routes are great and well-marked. The equipment is in great shape and well-maintained. Sean, the owner, is an awesome instructor and highly passionate individual. He makes an effort to know every member and will immediately make a new visitor feel at home. This gym has small-town community and big-city quality.

Sean Shelton at Climax Climbing Gym in Tempe is an outstanding instructor and an all-around fantastic person to work with. His passion for climbing is contagious, and he goes above and beyond to ensure everyone feels supported, safe, and motivated — whether you’re a beginner or an experienced climber looking to improve. Sean’s knowledge, patience, and encouraging attitude make every visit to the gym an awesome experience. If you’re thinking about climbing or looking for a great community, Sean is the person to connect with. Highly recommend!