I had a great time at Bouldering Project! I'm not a climber by any means (it's been years) but I felt safe and supported all throughout the gym. Other climbers were respectful and nicely cheered me on. So I popped in on a Wednesday afternoon and it was busyyyyy! There were people everywhere and because it was 80 degrees outside it was pretty warm and stuffy inside. They have everything here at Bouldering Project so that you can actually spend your whole day here. A day pass includes assess to the climbing, their gym, group fitness classes and coworking spaces. And then there's a couple of restaurants right across the alley. I really appreciate that there's so many activities that you can do. I'm looking forward to going back and getting better at the climbing part. read more

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Really great fun climbing gym with really friendly staff and community. Everyone is really respectful of space and encouraging. I like that there are a couple areas to climb that helps with spacing out people. At my beginner level of V0-3, there were plenty of options to attempt which is really nice but there were plenty of challenging ones too, from what I observed. 5/5 for climbing. 3/5 for the gym. The gym is decent sized with a few squatting and benching areas. A couple negative aspects to the gym though--it's usually pretty packed. Also, the furthest squat/bench has water dripping down from pipes above which was an unpleasant surprise when I lied on the bench for bench press and pipe water dripped right next to my mouth. read more

I've been to this gym a few times, only for the bouldering. It's in a convenient location, just within walking distance both from the Noma metro station and Union Market. My only slight complaint is that it's a bit pricey, but being the only bouldering gym in DC, that's pretty understandable. Despite the price, the first visit is free, so I enjoy taking people here to check it out. The bouldering sections are huge, especially for a city gym. The entire gym is also very clean and well-maintained. The bouldering walls have a lot of unique features, mainly the small cave structure and the overhang ramp. The staff is also very friendly and excited to help show you around. If I lived in DC, I can see a lot of value in the membership, since it includes the bouldering walls and the regular gym amenities. read more

After hearing about this place from friends, I finally tried it out and booked a Bouldering 1 class. Our instructor, Yoav, shared some newbie-friendly theory and terminology, taught us how to fall properly (as someone who isn't fond of heights, this made everything feel much less intimidating), and had us climbing throughout so we could test out the moves we just learned. As an absolute beginner, this was so helpful and I can't wait to go back and give it another try. I would recommend Bouldering Project to anyone interested in the sport, especially if you're just starting out. They also have yoga/fitness classes and community events, and everyone is so friendly. read more

Love this bouldering gym and their affinity nights! The staff is super nice and they have fun walls. It's a big gym with 2 different climbing areas, a yoga studio, multiple restrooms, and I like that it also includes a weightlifting area with gym equipment. The downside is that the gym area is missing a mirror. I also appreciate that the women's bathrooms are stocked with sanitary products. A suggestion would be to also add some hair ties in case people forget them! read more

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We came here for a kiddo birthday party and it was GREAT! The facilitator was adorable with the kids and the kids had a blast. They even got to go downstairs on some of the adult climbs! For birthday parties, you get a private party room, a long time to climb with the facilitator, and t-shirts at the end. Every kid left with a huge smile--even the ones who were nervous at first. Highly recommend! read more

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I was visiting DC and decided to stop by before my flight. I will say compared to the gym back home DC is spoiled. The sauna, the locker room locks, the size of the gym. Wow. It's all amazing. I love the routes it was definitely a challenge. If I'm ever in the area I'll definitely come back read more

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Friendly staff, good service, new equipment, thoughtful design, great shower and changing room (with hair dryers, hair bands, pads, towels, all the stuff one might need). The highlights of course are the bouldering (rock climbing) areas. There are two. A smaller one closer to the entrance (with some more difficult routes). There's a giant hall in the back (there are also pingpong tables there). Apparently (so I heard) they change the climbing routes every week, so you'll never get bored. Routes are well organized by colors (a color system) from easy to challenging. They thoughtfully provide even bandaids for your hands in case you get hurt. Out front there's a bike and e-scooter parking area with a rainbow flag. This branch is across from Union Kitchen, a place to get a quick bite. read more

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Really cool I got to check this place out as I was in town for a conference! Bouldering Project is about to open up in Phoenix/Tempe (not quite yet open) and the guy at the counter was super awesome and honored my pre purchased founding member pass for the one about to open in Tempe and let me in at no added cost. SWEET! The place is huge with a fitness area, locker rooms, work space and two areas for climbing. I didn't make it over to the advanced areas as I had so much to do one side. I'll come back next time to check out the other side. I really enjoyed the climb here, lots of fun stuff with all kinds of people here including kids. They had liquid chalk, which was interesting to try, but sadly, I am allergic to it as I was itching after. Overall, a really fun experience and wished this place existed when I went to school here. I'll definitely be back when I am town! read more

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My jaw dropped to the floor when I went inside for the first time. It's WAY bigger on the inside! A gym as well, there are several areas with walls to climb for all different levels. After trying a number of camps for my six-year-old, this one is her favorite by far. They offer "Adventure Camp" for just over $100 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. when DCPS is off. My daughter loved all the rock climbing, challenges, and teachers. She left fulfilled and exhausted (in a good way). read more

Beautiful, new gym. It's got the aesthetics and the sunlit, industrial open spaces that are conducive for spending a whole day here! I love that they had a local artist do their gorgeous murals. This is DC's first climbing gym in the city proper. It is, however, on the pricey side. What did you expect with DC rent? (I mean the old rowhouse around the block goes for $2 mill in this newly-gentrified area). I haven't spent much time in Eckington, but the new development in the area seemed to have started with REI down the street. Currently, they have a 2 for 1 day pass ($29) deal for who knows how long. But take advantage of it while you can, if you want to visit! Once you arrive, every person is required to take a class, "Intro to Falling," that ensures that you know how to fall properly off a boulder. Good for newbies, but old news if you've already been climbing for a while. Not to worry - it only takes up about 5-10 minutes of your time and you can chat with one of the really cool staff members while you're at it. (Every staff member that I've encountered here is really friendly! You don't get that at many gyms). The settings for bouldering are good on the lower levels, which set you up for a lot of positive reinforcement. There is a lot of comp style climbing and dynamic movement. But it's lacking as you progress. Would love to see more variety than just comp style and they need more consistency when it comes to grades. There's an extended bouldering wall that makes you feel like you're doing a long route. Very fun. Remember to chalk up! I do like how they have free liquid chalk dispensers and sinks everywhere, so you can make sure your skin is in top shape. Also, there are 3 different areas for bouldering. The main area can get crowded on the weeknights and Saturdays. I'd recommend coming in on a Sunday. And besides, parking is free in some spots on the weekends. That brings me to my next point - if you drive, cut out extra time to look for parking. There are a few spaces in front of gym that are paid parking, or you could look on R Street nearby where there's free 2-hour parking at certain times. The shower and sauna room are perfect for a spa day! Super clean - very bougie and nice. They offer fresh towels and shampoo/conditioner for you to use. At peak hours, the bathrooms can get crowded, though. The gym has open rooms, where I assume they have yoga, HIIT and dance classes coming soon. They also have a few system boards and a weightlifting area. There is also an indoor slack line and ping pong table. Upstairs you'll find common areas and a community room where you could do work or chat/socialize. Seems like they designed it for you to stay for a while. (You might as well stay if you spent that much money!) read more

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I enjoyed a variety of climbs and the route setting at this gym! There's not a lot of competition-style climbs which I really enjoyed. I climbed at many gyms in Colorado and at the BP in Minneapolis, and the DB Bouldering Project is one of my favorites. The bouldering area feels a little small but there's plenty of climbs for all levels. The staff is very friendly, and the gym is very clean. I would definitely come back in the future. read more

Bouldering Project - Eckington - Yoga Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is an amazing gym with tons of boulder problems. Nice bathrooms, sauna, and workout equipment/space. Staff was also super welcoming.

The bouldering project is a great and clean gym in DC that is geared specifically to rock climbing. They have community classes that offer strength, cardio, and yoga. I have attended both the yoga and strength classes. Both of the classes were good but I didn't feel like it pushed me over the edge. They also feature state of the art equipment from machines, weights, and facilities. If you live in the DC area give them a drop in and try out their trials and see for yourself. read more

Overall as a gym, I'd give it 4 stars. Friendly staff, clean facility, as it should be since it's brand new, but as a bouldering gym, I'd probably only give it 3 stars. As a seasoned boulder-er, the climbs felt somewhat boring and climbing space was fairly limited. I was a bit underwhelmed with the amount of climbs they had. I would describe this place as fancy gym with some bouldering; rather than a full on bouldering/climbing gym like their counterparts in NYC/Brooklyn. Pricing is more or less the same as Earthtreks Crystal City but the bouldering experience there is much better (though their holds can get quite greasy) read more

Bouldering Project - Eckington - Yoga Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We came here for a day visit and really enjoyed it. Some things that I really appreciate: 1. Windows! Having natural light is such a treat, space feels really good and not cave like 2. Competition style boulder area and a slanted incline wall 3. Everything feels very safe, from the flooring and the way the setter thinks through the routes in relation to other routes near it. It didn't feel like if I fell I would leave my chin on the wall. The space is limited to bouldering, no rope section, so I hope they can keep putting in interesting routes. The yoga room looks really nice, but no windows which is unfortunate. Extremely loud hvac but did nothing to filter the chalk that was in the air. I did appreciate someone vacuuming the mats. We will definitely come back. read more

Bouldering Project - Eckington - Yoga Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The only bouldering gym in DC proper, I've been going for about 6 months but became a member via their access membership (discounted membership for minorities and those financially in need to make climbing more accessible) about 2 months ago and it's my favorite! I had never climbed before and their numerous events plus supportive staff and the strong sense of community makes me excited to push myself and try new things! they have a ton of walls and use a color system instead of a V system which I love! Highly recommend whether you need a new long term gym or just a place to sweat a little while visiting the district read more

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The gym was budding into a halfway decent bouldering gym when it first opened as Brooklyn Boulders in 2021, but since it was bought out by DCBP mid last year it's gone downhill in both the quality of problems (new arbitrary color system instead of V system used in every other gym in the area) and gym policies. Most annoying one is they close out the primary climbing space to prep (??) for competition the week leading up to it so you're paying top dollar for a boutique climbing experience where you're not allowed to climb the full week/month. Earth Treks (now Movement) in Crystal City and Sportrock in Alexandria are much better options. read more

Joined as a founding member and it's been great to see folks join, to learn to climb, watch the work out area grow. The location is large and while I would like to see a larger workout area and machines, this is only year 1 so I'll wait to see what they do as they grow. read more

First to rate! Stream of consciousness review: -Got a tour pre-opening -Front desk staff are really nice -Baller playlist -Showers and locker rooms are super clean -Water pressure in the showers really sucks, but I guess they're probably environmentally friendly or water saving -Soap, shampoo and conditioner, as well as nice shower benches, hair dryer, cotton swabs, pads, tampons and lotion -They have a couple of lockers outside the locker room in the hallway for non-binary people -More crowded in the evenings, but kind of clears out around 8pm -Working area but outlets are all next to the wall instead of near where the tables are. But really nice tables. And work furniture -Near enough to the metro and a bike share station. Lots of bike racks outside but they can get somewhat full at night -Kilterboards still not open?? -Gym area is decent, with good weights and machines -They seem to be ramping up their HIIT and yoga class offerings -Overall pretty good for the price especially if you are in DC. read more

This is a fancy gym with some bouldering areas. It's poorly named, as it doesn't seem to be trying to be a bouldering gym (and if it is, it's not doing a very good job). tl;dr: Mixed bag. A nice gym for people who want to pull plastic as cross training for their other fitness pursuits. Luxe locker room amenities. 5 stars if this is you. If you're used to climbing elsewhere and coming for climbing, it's a plus that it's in the city, but you'll probably realize you're not getting your money's worth quickly. 2 stars if this is you. What it has: - Really friendly front desk staff - Expansive cardio and weight space, as well as group fitness and yoga rooms (that are usually empty) - Spacious locker rooms with showers and sauna, towel service, etc. - Monopoly on the in-city climbing market What it lacks: A focus on a quality climbing experience - The climbs are not interesting and are mostly low grade. Walls are short, routes are short, and the style is pumpy. The progression of routes feels more about muscle than technique/finesse or variety of movement/style. From what I've seen so far, it is usually obvious what the setter had in mind. - The space is poorly used for climbing and indicates the gym is not focused on climbing. The climbing areas are pushed to auxiliary spaces of the gym, where the climbing is cramped (i.e., there are walls /just/ close enough to each other that you can't sit in front of your project and outside of that fall space without being in someone's fall space behind you), yet there is a lot of dead and underutilized space all over the building. - Lack of a sense of climbing community. Maybe in part because it's hard to sit near your projects (see point about cramped space), you don't as easily meet other climbers who are projecting near you. It does not appear that this gym connects climbers to any outdoor climbing opportunities or experiences. Suggestions: - /If/ this is intended to be a climbing gym at its core, rethink the use of the space. There is a lot of dead/poorly utilized space that could be converted to make more climbing areas and/or improve the functionality of the existing areas. - More creative setting. read more

Great facilities and helpful staff. I use free weights or cardio machines 99% of the time but have a lot of fun rock climbing with friends too. Also happy with their kids programs, e.g. After school, birthday parties, and summer camp. I would say even if you don't use the rock climbing or kids programs or offerings I don't use at all like group classes, the gym is a great value. read more

Amazing facility that completely beats any other climbing gym I've visited. They really thought of everything (including hair dryers and lotion in the women's locker room). This was my first time climbing since COVID-19 and a spine injury, but I felt SO incredibly secure with all of the down climb holds. Definitely a boost to my climbing confidence as I get back into it! read more

Was gifted a membership for Christmas which we delayed due to the Omicron wave in Dec/Jan. Didn't set foot in the space once in the next three months and when I went to cancel and see if I could have any of the almost $500 credited back in day passes was basically told no, not unless I had a doctors note as to why I couldn't come, had left town, or DIED! Sketchy ass folk here took $500 for literally nothing. read more

It's a nice enough gym and the climbs are ok but what I find super weird is their photo waiver ...why do you get take photos of people paying to use the facilities and ...own the rights to those images? It definitely makes me not want to join this gym. read more

Their waiver system is intolerable. It takes 20 minutes of sifting through nonsense. Then they try to gather as much customer data as they can, ask each 4 year old child to create passwords that must be different from all the other passwords...Yeesh. What a nightmare. And also makes you wonder...why so much CYA?! read more