Seattle's premier climbing destination for all skill levels—where adventure meets community.
Access tall routes with belay certification available for safe climbing experiences.
Challenge yourself on sport climbing routes, requiring certification for advanced techniques.
Enjoy a variety of routes in a dedicated area, perfect for warming up or skill practice.
Use a full gym with weights and cardio machines to complement your climbing workout.
Get certified for top rope and lead belay with staff guidance to ensure safety standards.
Explore children's zones and traverse spaces designed for newcomers to learn comfortably.
excellent gym! rare Seattle gym to offer plenty of top rope and lead. very fun setting of routes and best pricing around
EDIT: Given the response and remediation I have updated to a 5 star review! I went to lead climb with my friend and I had to do a recertification because it had been a while since I was in this gym. I had been previously lead belay certified at this gym. I passed the belay part of the test and then failed the climbing part because the test route was DUMB challenging. Granted, I am a pretty bad climber (I like to climb 5.10a) but enjoy lead climbing easier routes. I fell on the test wall after making it not even half way up. The team member told me that the route was just set that day and was probably too hard but I was not allowed to retry and would have to come back another day. I am not a member so I used a day pass ($20?) to not lead climb despite being totally safe. After failing to top the lead climb I climbed both 10a and 10c top rope routes in the gym. I’ve never seen a gym try to set a challenging lead climb. I may be over reacting but this seems dumb if you just want to test that people are safe.
I had an amazing experience at Vertical World Seattle! The staff is incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and passionate about climbing. They really look out for everyone, making sure we feel safe and supported throughout the workout. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, their friendly approach and willingness to help stand out. The atmosphere is welcoming, and you can tell the whole team genuinely cares about your progress and safety. I highly recommend this gym for anyone interested in climbing!
Bouldering section is fun, but the top rope and sport climbing areas are where this place shines. Staff were chill and helped answer all my questions. They do require you certify on top rope belay and sport climbing to do them, respectively.
Bouldering area is pretty small, but good for warming up and there are all levels of routes. Might struggle as a beginner to find a lot to climb. There’s a children’s area in the middle floor that tends to be empty and is great for beginners and traverse practice. The top rope and lead climbing areas are where this gym shines. Lots of space, tall routes, and a handful of auto belays. Pretty sizable gym area with lots of equipment for just about anything you’d want to do. Seems they’re constantly improving the equipment and just installed a moonboard and have a kilter board on the way (or already there?). The staff is super friendly, welcoming, and helpful. My only complaint is that it can get a little crowded and especially the bouldering area can quickly become overrun by the teams that come here to train. While I enjoy watching them practice and learning techniques from their drills, it can be chaotic especially when there are lots of children running around. Follow my adventures! YT & IG: @apriladventuring ✌️
Vertical World Seattle is a top-rated climbing gym offering a comprehensive experience for climbers of all abilities. With a 4.6/5 rating from over 600 reviews, we provide tall top rope and lead climbing routes, a bouldering area, and a well-equipped fitness section. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff prioritize safety and support, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for beginners and experts alike. Located at 2330 W Commodore Way, we are dedicated to fostering a passionate climbing community with constantly updated facilities, including auto belays and training boards.
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