Indoor Rock Climbing Locations
Indoor rock climbing is becoming increasingly popular everywhere in the world, but the United States has seen a huge increase in indoor rock climbing locations in recent years. In fact there is hardly a city in the USA without an indoor climbing facility!
One of the most popular and I believe best chains is Sportrock. They have indoor rock climbing locations in the aptly named Rockville Maryland, Alexandria Virginia and Sterling Virginia. They claim to offer the best climbing facilities in the mid-Atlantic and I have to agree there. Their facilities are top notch whether you are a beginner or an advanced climber.
They also have classes, courses and you can even learn about rock climbing equipment.
Sportrock have a program called Fast Forward which basically keeps track of your progress when you are taking on the course levels. This is a great way to see how far your skills are coming along.
Another great indoor rock climbing location is Mission Cliffs in San Francisco. They cater to first time climbers and seasoned pros. They have excellent beginner classes for the novice where you can learn all the basics. They also have classes for intermediate and advanced climbers, so there is something for everyone.
When looking for a climbing location, you should make sure they have the following:
- Courses and classes
- Good equipment for hire
- Solid testimonials
- Membership plans
- Friendly staff who are willing to help