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Vertically Inclined Rock Gym

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

  • Top Rope
  • Lead Climbing
  • Auto Belay
  • Bouldering
4.6from 466 reviewsDay pass $23
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Vertically Inclined Rock Gym in Canada offers a cozy, community-focused atmosphere with unique climbing features, including a diverse range of routes for all skill levels and an emphasis on personalized coaching. Unlike larger commercial chains, it prioritizes a friendly, local vibe that fosters connections among climbers.

About

Vertically Inclined Rock Gym Overview

Vertically Inclined Rock Gym, located in Calgary, Alberta, is a well-known climbing facility that caters to climbers of all levels. This gym features a wide range of climbing options, including:

  • Bouldering: Low-height climbing without ropes, focusing on strength and technique.
  • Top-Roping: A safer climbing style where a rope is anchored from above, ideal for beginners.
  • Lead Climbing: A more challenging climbing style where climbers clip into protection as they ascend.

Users value the regularly updated route setting, which keeps the climbing challenges fresh and engaging. The gym fosters a community atmosphere, making it an inviting space for socializing and improving climbing skills. Amenities include equipment rentals, a fitness area, and a café for refreshments. Additionally, **parking is free** for visitors.

Key Features:

  • Location: Conveniently situated in Calgary, with easy access to major highways.
  • Size: Approximately 20,000 square feet of climbing space.
  • Route Setting: Regularly updated routes to suit various skill levels.
  • Community: A vibrant local climbing community welcoming to all.

Vertically Inclined Rock Gym is an independent facility, offering a comprehensive climbing experience that adds significant value to Calgary’s climbing scene.

Prices

As we last found them. Prices change, so check the wall's website before you go.

Day pass
$23

- Adult day pass with gear: $33; bouldering only: $19.50, or $26 with gear

- Students: $21, or $30 with gear; bouldering $17.50, or $24 with gear

- Children under 13: $16.50, or $24 with gear; bouldering $15

- Climbing Adventure for new climbers, with a 25-minute rope orientation and all gear: $44

- Punch passes: 5 visits $97, 10 visits $184, 25 visits $405; bouldering-only, gear, student and child versions available

- Hire: shoes $7, harness $4, belay device $3, GriGri $3, chalk bag $3; full rope gear $10, bouldering gear $7

- Belay check $5, lead check $5, or $9 for both; rope passes require a belay check

- Prices exclude tax

Membership
$120a month

- One-month pass: $120, or $187 with gear; students $99.50; children under 13 $85

- 3 months: $276 (students $230, children $195, couples $465, families $525)

- 6 months: $448 (students $375, children $315, couples $745, families $850)

- Annual pass: $680 (students $565, children $475, couples $1,025, families $1,195)

- Gear add-on: $75 for 3 months, $120 for 6 months, $195 a year

- Prices exclude tax

Key Features

Types of Climbing

  • Rope (any)
  • Top Rope
  • Lead Climbing
  • Auto Belay
  • Bouldering (any)

Access

  • Memberships
  • Single Day Passes
  • Multi-day Passes
  • Student Discounts

Equipment Hire

  • Shoe Hire
  • Chalk Hire
  • Harness Hire

Other Amenities

  • Merchandise Shop

Classes & Programs

  • Classes (any)
  • Beginner Classes
  • Advanced Classes
  • Family Classes
  • Kids Classes
  • Local Competitions
  • Team Building
  • Private Instruction
  • Women's Programs

Venue Type

  • Climbing Gym

What climbers say about Vertically Inclined Rock Gym

4.6 out of 5from 466 reviews on Google

Ratings as each site showed them in October 2026.

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