Love this place!!! Everyone is so friendly and helpful. They change up sections of the walls every few weeks so there's always something new to try. I've only gone about 5 times so I'm pretty new to it but the prices are fair. There is also a weightlifting gym and yoga studio. read more

A yoga instructor attending a yoga class disciplined by 11 year old for laughing when the participating instructor farted multiple times in class. Ridiculous! If you fart in public, people may laugh. So not kid friendly and expensive. read more

This location of Movement is great. Just off Rockville pike, it's very easy to get to, and their bouldering area is perfect for when you're in town for the holidays. Lots of room to climb on a busy day, and they do a great job of changing out the sets to keep the area fresh. read more

Movement - Rockville - Bouldering area - Rock Climbing Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

I love Movement, this is my home climbing gym. The membership can be pretty expensive, but it comes with a one time 20% off purchases from the store, multiple guest passes, and access to their workout gym and classes (yoga, skill classes for climbing). They have lots of routes available (both toprope and bouldering). As a heads up, it can get really busy later in the day, and the parking lot can get full so you may need to do street parking. read more

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I can't help but still call this place EarthTreks. This has been my home gym for about 4 years. I've really enjoyed climbing here and from my experience the people and staff are quite nice. Pros: -During the pandemic, EarthTreks did their best to keep folks safe. There were limitations on the number of people in the gym and mask requirements as guided by the CDC. Now they are back to "normal". -Routes are updated on a pretty decent basis so there is always something new to try. -Free classes for members which is pretty awesome. Cons: -Sometimes smells like feet. But, you can't really hold that against them since they are a rock climbing gym and the gross climbing shoe smell is inevitable. Solid option for climbing in the north Bethesda area. read more

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Great climbing gym with lots of top /lead rope climb options as well as bouldering. Staff are friendly and helpful. They also have a good gym and room for yoga and classes. read more

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Great open space with lots of resting spots, clean facility, friendly staff. Lots of lockers and cubbies to store your belongings. Parking lot is a bit small though. read more

Movement - Rockville - Rock Climbing Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

I was fascinated as I watched people climb these 30 foot rock walls. I had a vested interest because one of those young people was my seven year old granddaughter. I was impressed by the skill of the instructors, who fit the climbers with a harness and then, guide them up the rock wall. They gave them positive reinforcement and told them where to place their feet. These young people had no fear. I was glad to be at the bottom cheering my granddaughter onward and upward. She climbed the wall 4 times and I learned that the color of the footholds determined the difficulty of the climb. Not only did my granddaughter climb the wall, but she did it in her Ugg boots. I would have recommend sneakers, if you are going to climb. There is an area to buy healthy snacks, rock climbing clothing, and gear. I thought I would be more nervous, but these instructors were skilled and careful about tying the knots that held on the harness. It was really fun to watch. I don't think I will be attempting any rock climbing in the near future, but I can see why some of my Yelp friends frequent this establishment. If you are looking for a place to climb, this is the place to go. read more

This place is amazing. I had a neighbor tell me about it and just checked it out. I booked a private climb with Hanna for my two kids. She was amazing - very encouraging with the kids and had a lot of technical insights for them when they needed help. My kids like it so much we booked another round the next day with Hanna. In addition to Hanna's expertise, the place has a great vibe too. Highly recommend! read more

I will say the place can get kinda crowded on weekends which is nice but first timers beware. We had a great time. For first timer the intro class is a great way to learn and try it out. It's best because your instructor will have tons of patience and go step by step. I love this place and will be back read more

Movement - Rockville - Bae and I went for a date. We really enjoyed our instructor and had a good experience overall. - Rock Climbing Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

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At $248/month for a family of four, which doesn't include equipment rental fees, a membership at Movement is expensive and really only grants you access to climbing. The cardio/weight room is small and inadequately equipped. The fitness classes are few and far between. In addition, Movement takes itself a little too seriously; after all, the gym is basically an indoor playground with brightly colored hand and foot holds, hardly somber. Our son tried out for the climbing team and was rejected, not because he wasn't a good enough climber (his technical skills received positive marks), but because he committed the unpardonable sin of joking around and goofing off with the other kids when they weren't climbing. I'm surprised that having fun is somehow at odds with participation in a youth team. read more

I climb here 2-3 times a week. I love that the setters are always changing the routes and that the staff are always friendly. It's been 11 months and I always find a new challenge for myself, whether I'm top roping, Bouldering or just taking one of the many classes they offer. Prior to Earth Treks I had been a member at Planet Fitness, but I'd get so bored just doing the same machines over and over. At Earth Treks, I'm finding ways to get stronger and have a great time while also working out! Bottom line: I love my membership, which allows me to climb at any and all of the Earth Treks! I've currently visited 4/5 in the Maryland/Virginia area and this one is my anchor! read more

This is a great climbing gym that also features a room with regular gym equipment (though the selection of these is quite limited and the room is rather small). The staff are knowledgeable and friendly, and all facilities are clean and up the usual Earth Treks standard. Overall, my sense is that, compared to Earth Treks Arlington (the other Earth Treks climbing gym in the DC area), this gym caters to more advanced climbers (i.e., there isn't a large selection of climbs rated under 5.10(a)). The facilities are also a little dated. In addition, when I came by last week (on a very hot and humid DC day), the air conditioning was not working (!!!), which was not only unpleasant, but also not very sanitary, in light of covid concerns (the AC did get turned on eventually). read more

I'm not from this area so it took a while to find Earth Treks, which is actually right behind Marlo Furniture. If you stay inside the parking lot and drive to the back, there's a nondescript door at the very end that leads you inside the climbing gym. It was Sunday afternoon when I came here with a few friends and this place was PACKED! If it's your first time here, be sure to first fill out the online waiver forms at the station in front the door before going to the register. We each decided to get the $30 package, which includes three climbs with an instructor belaying. I was quite impressed with the varying difficulty levels of the climbing walls, the tidy workout area and the helpful staff. I've been to SportRock before and prefer the facilities and layout here instead! Our instructor was also very motivating and gave us many helpful tips and pointers on how to navigate the routes. As a group of four, we spent around 1.5 hours here and finished the 5.5 route (really easy), 5.6 and 5.7. It was a fun experience and I would definitely frequent this place if I lived closer! read more

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Big fan of this rock gym! I'm very new to climbing, but they provide members with several free guest passes per year, so I was able to go for free with some friends (included chalk, shoes, and harness). They have lots of top-rope and bouldering walls, classes for learners of different skill levels, and even a gym with weights, machines, and yoga. They do have parking out back, but it can get a bit crowded, so you may need to park on a side street. Even though I'm a beginner, they had plenty to do for someone of my skill level (and those who are much more advanced), so this is a fun place to go for any climber! read more

Recently cancelled my membership here. I think the rock climbing gym itself is awesome, they have great climbs. But as a beginner, I never felt welcomed into the rock climbing community. People climbing and staff were not friendly or welcoming and the gym has an overall serious vibe. Additionally, the bathrooms were always filthy, no toilet paper, soap dispenser falling off the wall , the water fountain filter hadn't been changed so the water you fill your bottle up with is gross. The gym is filthy dirty, equipment never wiped down and the benches are all cracked. The floor is also very dirty and seemed to have never been mopped. People walk around in there with no shoes or tops which is fine but it just is gross that they don't really clean. read more

Update: floors in gym are still disguising, found a toe nail in the floor while stretching

Been going here for years now, and it never disappoints. I love the family friendly friend atmosphere. The climbs are also very well maintained and constantly updated. They have so many great amenities like a gym, showers, band aids, etc. they really have though about everything here. It probably has the longest, most diverse routes in the area. The reactor wall and gnarwall are totally worth the trip! read more

My first love and no doubt a world class gym. I must lament though that the boulder problems have declined in quality the last year or two. This place used to make the average bouldering gym seem like a waste of time. They still always have a few great problems, but it's lost that magic of having tons of clever tricks to discover. I do not mean to criticize, I'm just trying to give honest feedback. They still have the best lead routes of any gym I have encountered. I'm so glad to see how the gym has grown (literally) and physically. Your average climber at this gym is pretty strong so that naturally creates an encouraging atmosphere. It's awesome to be around so many people who can crush V7s and casually send upper 12s for leading. My personal goals for climbing have been bumped up in recent years because the the standard at the gym seems to be so high. In theory I am supposed to be focused on martial arts and only climbing casually, but it's hard to not get inspired to climb better when spending time at a place like ET. That is not to say it is not a good place for casual climbing. Always plenty of people just getting into it or folks who are not there to train crazy hard. They welcome climbers of all types and skill levels. Another strong note compared to other gyms I know: staff tends to be very humble and personable. I've seen some pretty awkward situations over the years when it comes to belay tests or questioning techniques. Without boring you with stories: bottom line ET staff is exceptionally good at calling people out (myself included) without it being taken offensively or getting uncomfortable. One last downside to note: this gym is a bit too popular for its' own good now. Gets nasty crowded sometimes. disclaimer: ive been climbing here for several years (since maybe 05?) but im far far from any sort of expert. Pulled off a V6 or two on good days when I was younger and in better shape and have sloppily managed a few 12As here and there over the years. So consider that if deciding how much credence to give or not give my assessment of the setting quality. read more

This gym, located behind Marlo Furniture store, is a beautiful rock climbing facility. There are plenty of climbing surfaces to suit all levels and types of climbers. Additionally, this facility sports a gym with cardio machines and weights. My Introduction to Rock Climbing class had only nine students and two instructors, so my classmates and I got lots of individual attention. I needed a knot tying refresher and the instructors made sure that we got plenty of practice tying the ropes correctly. During the class, there were a couple of instances where the instructors were obviously trying to kill time. The first came about halfway through the class when the instructors gave the class a fifteen minute break that we didn't need. Up until that point, we had only been tying knots and listening to instructions from the instructors, so it appeared the teachers needed the break more than the students did. The second time waster was when the instructors took us on a ten minute tour of the gym that we could have taken on our own time if we were interested in signing up for a membership to the gym. Overall, it seemed that the class was low on content and heavy on downtime. Admittedly, most of the people in the class had some climbing experience so perhaps we picked things up quicker than expected. Still, the class seemed to drag a bit. The instructors were cool, but they goofed off way too much, which I thought was very unprofessional of them! As a parting gift, each person in the class was given a booklet that covered all the climbing basics we learned in the class. This guide will come in handy whenever I need a climbing refresher. read more

I LOVE this place! How many other places can you have fun while working out? It does get pretty busy during the evenings especially during the summer, but you can still find space on the walls to climb, whether top roping, lead climbing, or bouldering. They change routes quite often so you won't get bored that easily. The difficulty level is pretty spread out and there are enough climbs for every skill level. They have a small gym if you want to do some normal workouts. They also offer yoga, abs class, and climbing classes free for members. They have a changing room with lockers and showers. I find this location to be a lot better than the Columbia one. That one is small, dark, and gives you a cramped feeling. This one is the biggest rockclimbing gym around and everyone at this location is super friendly and helpful. If you are by yourself, write your name down for the trade-a-belay to help you find someone to climb with. Definitely worth the price! read more

Wish I started climbing sooner!!!! This place rocks. Introductory package is $79 for two people, and it includes two 3 hour classes and two weeks free access... Wonderful staff and an overall friendly, fun atmosphere. I love seeing the diversity of people in the climbing community..people are so open, supportive and non-judgmental. Only two issues are: traffic to Silver Spring and crowds... They are building a new one in Crystal City, which will be awesome and more convenient of a commute from DC and hopefully will open up some space for new climbers. read more

My first visit to Earth Treks was my first time rock-climbing so I have basis for comparison. However, I absolutely have no complaints about the facilities and the staff here. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The locker rooms/bathrooms are clean and comfortable (I LOVE the footbaths!). I recommend Earth Treks for both beginners and advance climbers of all ages. read more

This place is in the Marlo Building. But you won't find it unless you go to the back and then drive behind the building till the end, and you'll see a little hidden back entrance. Inside they have a small workout room for people who have a montly membership I guess. It smells a bit like sweat, even though they have lots of fans and ventilation. I guess that it so be expected. I went for the class which came with a 2 week free climb membership. I really enjoyed myself and I got my certification for climbing on my own. But the problem is, no one else I know does this, so I haven't been able to go back... I suppose I could have done the bouldering- which they have as well- but it's also kind of pricey without a membership. Someday when my kiddo is older, I hope to have this be a hobby we do together-- hopefully this place will still be around! read more

If all climbing gyms were as wonderful as Earth Treks, indoor climbing may become the most popular sport in the country! Although this was only the third climbing gym I have visited, my four-hour experience there convinced me that it's a five-star climbing gym. First impression I got when I entered the gym was: "Wow, it's so...clean." The climbing areas were clean. The locker room and restrooms were clean. After spending some time walking around the gym, I was truly impressed by the size of this place. There were so many clearly-marked routes for both bouldering and top-roping. No waiting around needed! While the bouldering routes were great and challenging, it was the top-roping routes on 40-feet tall walls that kept me fully engaged. The only minor drawback about this place? There were no auto belays. So make sure to bring a belaying partner. read more

I purchased a Livingsocial deal for the Intro class at Earth Treks. I went with three of my friends because we wanted to try something new. I had a lot of fun during the class, my instructors were Peter and Emily. They were both super friendly, attentive and their humor really helped make the thought of climbing those walls less intimidating :) If you have zero experience like me, I would highly recommend the beginner's class. You learn the basics of climbing and even if you never plan to climb again, you learn to tie some fancy knots :P read more

I came here with a friend and it's so awesome! Staff was nice and the check in and check out was super easy. After that we were left to our own devices and mostly did top rope. Great equipment and the routes were a lot of fun! The entire gym seemed really clean and followed covid guidelines. If I lived in the area I would definitely come here more often! read more

If you're looking to spice up your workout regimen, I'd definitely recommend looking into one of these earth treks gyms. Ceiling high rope walls, a variety of bouldering, and a great gym equipped with free bars, squat racks, cardio machines, rowing machines, and a various pull up devices. Choose to come for a simple workout, climb, or a mixture. There are a couple of classes you can take also. This is my favorite earth treks in the DMV area. It is big and has a good variety - like the one in Crystal City. But at this one, parking is always free and there's a good amount around the corner of Marlo furniture. This one also doesn't get as crowded as the one in Crystal City. If you want to just come for a day, I believe it's $35 including rent for shoes and harness. Give it a try! read more

There's no SIGN, making it impossible to find unless you've been here before. They have no sign over their entrance or at the actual location of 725 Rockville Pike. All you see is Marlo Furniture and Goodwill. You have to drive all the way around the building to the back, passing the freight entrances for Marlo Furniture, and then continuing to the dead end, where there's an entrance but no indication what the actual business is. Absolutely ridiculous. Came here for a birthday party and wasted 20 minutes circling the parking lot and going in and out of buildings trying to find the place. So if you want to piss off your guests, this is the venue for you. read more

Awesome, awesome, awesome! My climbing partner and I were able to take advantage of a phenomenal special ET offered: buy one, get one free. I'll review the classes we took, then review the gym itself. 1st course was Intro to Climbing: this was taught by Morgan and Will. Both were great, knowledgeable, and easy to learn from. This course is three hours in length; the first half focuses on sitting and listening, the second half is hands on in learning how to harness in, set up for belaying and climbing. Safety is heavily emphasized here, just as it should be! 2nd course was Intro to Movement: this was taught by Lauren, and we were super lucky to be the only two students that day. Lauren was really, really awesome. She loves to climb and it shows in her enthusiasm for the sport. We tried several maneuvers, to include climbing with one hand, climbing with a tennis ball in each hand, and here's the best one....drum-roll please.....climbing BLINDFOLDED. This gave me other ideas; none of which can be shared here :) We also had the opportunity to try bouldering, which is really different from climbing; it's much more dynamic and I felt it was more of a workout. The instructors we had were really, really great. If you take classes here, try to get them, especially Lauren. Very knowledgeable, love climbing and want you to love it as much as they do, and really pay attention to safety. Now for the gym. Last Sunday was the busiest I've seen it (3p-6p) but it was also the best. If you're like me, you don't mind at all when there are hot assed men with no shirts on. Having them there is one thing, having them there with their shirts off and their nicely toned muscles winking at me (their muscles, not them :( ) is another story altogether. This is the scenario when hot, shirtless men are in the gym: Me: *looking around but not at the wall* Ready to climb? Partner: *also looking around, but not at the wall* Oh yeah. 2 minutes later Me: *still staring, but now dabbing at drool* Ready??? Partner: *possibly drooling more than me* Yeah, gimme a minute. The gym is very clean, and I like that there is both hand sanitizer and lotion (that chalk will dry the shit out of your hands) for use at the front counter. The ladies locker room was spotless when I went in, and there are both cubes and lockers for you to store your things. I appreciated the fact that it wasn't smelly, although last Sunday may have been the only time in which a hint of stinky shoes / socks was present. Not bad enough to complain about, though. Parking didn't seem to be a problem, but you *must* know that it's located behind the Marlo furniture store, otherwise you might look for this place for a long time. If their class special is still in effect, grab a friend and sign up. Two classes and 2 weeks use of the gym for something like 70 bucks is no joke. Do it; you'll be glad you did! read more

I learned to climb outdoors, but that was years ago, back when The Simpsons was a new, groundbreaking TV show, and Bush was still not flying airplanes. I've had a hankering the last two years to get back into climbing. Enter Earth Treks. After a loooong layoff, I signed up and took their beginner climbing class, and it was completely worth it. I had to unlearn an older, now less favorable belay technique (pinch and slide, for those curious) and the instructors provided very specific guidance to do that. The class was worth more than what I paid. In fact, I got a package deal (2-for-1) for $69 for me and my wife to get two classes each plus 15-day trial membership at the gym. What a steal! Back to the instruction. Being a fellow trainer, I appreciated that the demonstrations of tying knots, belaying, etc were crystal clear and followed a logical order. Equally important the instructors encouraged us at every turn to ask questions. We ran over class by ten minutes or so because the instructors wanted to make sure we covered every aspect of the class in detail, right down to the study guide at the end. After taking the class, you are eligible to take their belay test to ensure you are safe to climb in the gym. They take their safety seriously, as it should be! The gym itself is very artistic. I like to think of climbing gyms as interactive works of art. This one has nice arches and pockets, and, of course, more holds than a radio call-in contest. The sad truth is that many climbers can be clique-ish, but I got a good vibe from this place, and struck up a conversation with a regular. I am tempted to pick up a summer pass (good for 3 months) and climb here on lunch breaks. Give this place a try! read more

Tip - the entrance is on the other side of the furniture store. Don't be intimidated by all the cars in the parking lot; Earth Treks is a gigantic center with a lots of space for bouldering, top roping, or lead climbing. Rock climbing is a family-friendly/all ages kind of event. I've definitely felt shamed by a few 6 year olds scrambling up the wall faster than me. The staff are always really friendly and helpful. Onsite there is also a well-stocked gym, small clothing/gear shop, and beverages for purchase. Some sports attract jerks or know-it-alls. Rock climbing seems different as people are all very helpful and friendly. Small caveat - they don't have auto-belays here so if you come in an odd group then someone is always waiting around. It's not a huge problem or a deal-breaker but I do wish they had them here. Prices below: Day Pass $22 7-Visit Pass $130 (Multi-Gym) 30 Day Pass $89 (Multi-Gym) Rentals Climbing Shoes $6 Harness $5 Belay Device w/ locking Carabiner $2 Chalk Bag $2 Package (all of the above) $11 Membership: $75/month read more

This place is sweet. Being a rock climber for years, I have been to gyms all over the county and this one is one of the coolest. Great walls, great bouldering, friendly staff, and decent workout area. The cardio is nice, and some free weights, but i would really like to see more Nautilus equipment. Yeah, the place does smell like feet but what rock climbing gyms doesn't? Climbing is so good for you and great for cross training on any sport . It is very social and if you like to work out then go for a drink, rock climbing and Earth Treks is the place to go. read more

I've been indoor rock climbing for over a year but I've only had a chance to come to Earth Treks a handful of times. Rockville is a ways from Arlington so it's hard to get up here. This is a great gym - well ventilated and clean, lots of routes to choose from for all difficulty levels. I wish it was closer because it's a great environment. It's $16 for a day pass. My only little complaint is that a lot of the starts are high up so vertically-challenged ones like myself need to jump and cheat a little by stepping up. If you've never gone climbing, I would recommend coming here for a class. They have all sorts of classes from intro to advanced. read more

We had our daugther's 9th birthday this past saturday from 3-5pm at the Rockville location. I was super nervous and stressed because too many kids were coming and we were running late but the instructors were amazing. They were SO good and organized with the kids and were so so nice and professional. They calmed me down and helped us set up and take it all down. The kids and their parents were like "wow, we have to come back here" and "the kids are having a blast". Another thing I loved is that we had our own private area and private walls with easy tables and sitting areas around. They also had sanitizer and empty trash cans and recyclying set up perfectly behind the sitting area. Overall, it was the easiest party we've thrown! Thank you everyone at Movement. I'm so sorry I don't have your names otherwise you manager would be getting letters from me for each of you. read more

Earth Treks is a great spot. I have only been once, but plan on going back next week. The climbing is very extensive and they have routes and climbs for people of all levels (including me...a beginner!). The staff are friendly and the people who climb there seem to be pretty cool. They seem to offer classes for those looking to try something new. Check it out! Also, very close to the Rockville metro stop...you can walk...so even if you are in DC or VA, the long trip up the red line is worth it! read more

Just joined today, and loved it! Although I've climbed before (very intermediate), I never got the good beginner low-down as I did today in Dan's class. I've only climbed indoors, in facilities mind you 25% the size of Earth Treks, with spotters or automatic pulley systems, I never had to learn the knots and doing my own belaying with my partner. It was a very detailed presentation, and attentive instruction/review. I feel so much more confident now. Plus the facility was pretty impressive, forty foot walls and the size of warehouse! Literally, because it's in the back of the MARLO furniture warehouse! I think my husband and I will finally invest in our own harnesses now. I will say it did look pretty busy (on a Sunday afternoon), but didn't see inhibiting, good to take breaks anyways. ...update since 3/24/13, today is 8/7/13... Loving every minute of it.... and FYI, it all pays off... I'm now at a 5.10C level (started at a 5.6/5.7), so I've come a long ways. Amazing shoulder definition. Great gym with foam rollers to get out the tightness. And I love the staff, friendly and knowledgeable! Thanks for selling us our harness packages Ex! read more

The best (and I've been to many of them) climbing gym around. Not just an amazing variety of routes and problems, but also consistently high quality. An excellent gym for beginners, offering a full range of classes and clinics, and also great for more experienced climbers. Also successfully makes us outdoor climbers happy to climb inside. The community is a stand-out. Helpful, friendly climbers who make you happy to climb or hang out. Staff is very knowledgeable and friendly, and there is an AMAZING pro-shop. There's a reason day passes are (marginally) more expensive than other gyms. This is the best and biggest gym in the country, and for about $4 extra for day passes over other gyms, you can't beat the deal. You get what you paid for. Memberships are fully comparable to other gyms, with NO monthly commitment. Awesome place! read more

I went here with some of my coworkers, reasoning that a day with rock climbing (even if it is indoor) is better than a day without climbing. When I walked in, I was impressed by the large layout and all of the different walls. I arrived around 5:30, but as the evening wore on, there were lots of climbers everywhere! Different walls ranging from 10ft - 50ft (?) plus ledges, lead climbing, and bouldering. There was even a bouldering "tunnel" that you could try out. I've been to a couple of climbing gyms on the West Coast, and this one was by far the largest and nicest. Clean restrooms, and did not smell like feet that day.....If I lived in the DC area, I would be happy to climb there! read more

My friends and I came for the Open Climb Saturday morning. Our $18/person got us the free harness rental and 3 climbs. For novices, 3 climbs was just enough and I welcomed the break/wait when my friends were on the wall. Nice facilities and the two employees who helped us answered all our questions. Nice touch that they have hand sanitizer and lotion for after you finish your climb. We didn't read the directions about where it was located so we circled Marlo's a couple times before seeing the Earth Treks sign planted in the grass. Parking in the middle of the parking lot may block the loading stations for Marlo's. Car towage danger point. read more