New bouldering gym for the win!…read more Climbing into its 6 month since opening, this new space boasts a larger rock wall area, comfier landing mats, and nice corner area for stretching and strengthening hose tight sore muscles! Compared to other climbing gyms, this place uses the V-scale type of grading scale, the same type for grading outdoor mountain climbing routes and difficulty. This grading scale is a little tougher even in the first 2-3 levels! Really makes you appreciate how easy you've had it at other gyms lol! It's more challenging for sure but that's what makes it so good Theres a couple added features that I really like as well: the crash mats have a felt covering which is nicer to land on, cleaner bathrooms with a foot washing station! Also some great equipment and wall pieces to challenge your finger hold/grip strength Some nice extra features are that they have a bouldering league in which you can participate to complete the proposed climbing routes to earn draw prizes! Def coming back for more!

I definitely had no idea what "bouldering" was before. One of my friends has been in the bouldering…read moreand rock climbing scene for awhile now and I finally made the jump to check it out. The location is in the old Goodwill on 51 Ave, which is convenient and has lots of parking. The staff welcomed us and explained all the bouldering details to us newbies, while getting us set up with shoe rentals (about $5 per visit). We had a little intro and climbed up one route and practiced our jumps in a safe manner. Then we were on our own! All the routes are colour coded with white being the easiest level. It's definitely easy to walk around and try out some different climbs. Also they change things up weekly - so your favourite climb may not be there, but there's always another similar skill level replacement. If you're new to bouldering - like me - definitely check it out on a Saturday night as there's a free beginners introduction class at 5pm. They teach you all the ropes and techniques of how to climb safely and properly. Also they have a promo on for newbies, where your second visit is free! I've been there a few times now, so I broke down and finally bought my own climbing shoes and a punch pass. Just make sure to store ALL your belongings in a locked locker (including your outdoor shoes at the front), as someone recently stole my friend's shoes. Other than that, enjoy!

I booked Vertically Inclined Rock Climbing for an end of year party and I was pretty impressed by…read morethe price and the amount of time we got. The reason I'm giving them only four stars instead of five is because they don't have a separate room for the actual party space which means the kids are Right in the middle of the climbing area while having pizza for snacks and I found that a little uncomfortable. On the positive side the kids had a great time. They love learning a new skill and I think some of them are going to go back and try to get in some climbing this summer - nothing wrong with that. The learning curve is a little bit steep so you need to be prepared for that. The first bit of your booked time is learning not climbing. But again I'm OK with the kids learning a little bit! Try out this rock climbing gym for something a little different for your next party or corporate event.

Belay On! Climb! Climb On!…read more I cannot believe how much fun I had last night at Veritcally Inclined Rock Gym. I came with my hubby and two friends as part of Yelp's Fit Club in May! Now, first... let me admit, I think I'll enjoy it more and do even better when I lose half a backstreet boy (aka - post baby weight) but that didn't stop me from having a blast. Staffer, Robin, was helping out my group and he was GREAT! He encouraged us when we thought we couldn't go further and had a handy dandy laser pointer he'd shine up on the rocks to tell us which one he thought would be our next step up or grip for our hands. My hubby made it to the top twice in our 20 minute lesson and I was more than happy to get half way up the wall :-) I really enjoyed repelling down the wall like spider girl after climbing and the swinging/sitting mid air when taking a break was suprisingly fun! Be sure to ask for chalk if you're a newbie or nervous because it really helps you keep grip on those rocks! The facility was amazing with TONS of walls to climb. If you're more of a free climber or boulderer you're a little more limited here but they have tons of rope courses and a few walls you can climb without being harnassed. Bright, cheerful, and really supportive! I couldn't have asked for a better first time experience! I am definitely planning on returning and upping my personal best! They offer adult and kid friendly courses (10 week adult one is hightly recommended and kiddos even have summer camp options starting at 5 years and up). Vertically provides everything you need - just come in your workout gear and they will do the rest. They also offer all day passes where you can come climb, leave - go grab lunch, run an errand, and then come back and climb! My fellow Edmontonians, if you haven't checked out Vertically Inclined Rocky Gym, you are missing out!

This is the best place. Exceptional staff, always clean, great for all levels of climbers or if you…read morejust want to work out. Allows your furry friend. Attracts amazing people who are supportive of all levels of climbers. The routs get changed regularly and get climbed so they are duable. I can not say enough positives about all the staff and management. Exceptional

We are here today for a fun afternoon out and I'd have to say, the most fun afternoon I've had in a…read morelong time! I'm one who is severely afraid of heights and I had a blast!!! The set up of the faculty is awesome. We spent our afternoon "bouldering" and climbing the walls. The instructors are amazing! Highly knowledgeable, and they take the time to demonstrate and explain everything thoroughly. We will definitely be returning and I highly recommend this to everyone!

I was really happy with the staff who were checking ID and immunization QR codes when I came here…read moreto take my kid to Sportball. The facility seems to be in good repair and the mini gym where sportball was held was well maintained and the venue had ample parking. I am definitely interested in taking the kid here again someday to check out the toddler play structure when it is available. The pool looks nice. I haven't swum here in over 20+ years so I really can't adequately review it nowadays but I have fond memories of swimming here in any case.

Came to Kinsmen Leisure Centre yesterday for a toddler birthday party…read more My review is for the amenities used for the toddler play & party room. The play room is for children 6 & under. It had optional black lights throughout the room which the kiddos loved! There were plenty of slides, climbing structures, giant foam building pieces, gymnastic mats, and a rock climbing wall! It was clean, it was bright, it was spacious! Adjoining the playroom was a large party room with tables, chairs, washroom, sink, counter area. My only complaint is that my kiddos could see & smell the pool which led to incessant requests to go swimming... So we will likely go swimming today! I think the mom said it was $170 for 2 hours. Balloons & piñatas are not allowed due to the air intake system. Overall, I'd give it a 9 out of 10! 2 hours is a pretty tight window to set up, play, eat, open presents, and clean up. The next group was waiting for us to leave at the 2 hour mark.

This indoor climbing facility is cheaper than Vertically Inclined in the southside, but it's not as…read morebig and the hours aren't as good. However, if you're a student and don't have much money, then this is pretty much the only place you can really afford to climb in Edmonton. Vertically Inclined is expensive, even if you have your own equipment. Urban Uprising is more affordable, and you can get the full climbing experience with bouldering, top-rope climbing and lead climbing for beginner to advanced. Everyone who works here is right into the climbing culture and they're super supportive and helpful. You can drop in or take a course and you don't need to bring your own equipment. There are also programs for all ages. This facility's not just for students. It's open to the public and lots of kids climb here.

This is pretty much the same deal as Vertically Inclined. The difference is that it's not as…read moreexpensive and it's smaller than Vertically inclined. If you are a beginner or you just like going for fun than it's not really a big deal. The staff here knows their stuff and is very helpful. You don't feel like they are looking down on you if you have no idea what you are doing. Just like Vertically Inclined, this place is a nice way to get out of doing the norm in Edmonton.

Honestly, this place is awesome. I'm a sucker for Korean…read morefood and to top it all off, they've got an indoor playground for my kids. That's a win win for me. I'm surprised at how big the place is. It looks like they are still doing some improvements and adding some more stuff. Can't wait to see what it'll look like down the road. Service was great and the food tasted amazing. Nothing goes wrong with Korean fried chicken with kimchi and pork belly served with rice. This place needs to be visited more. Definitely will be coming back.

It seemed like an odd mix of playground and Korean bbq but the food was Great and the kids had fun,…read morewe'll be back.

Coach Keenan was very passive aggressive, slightly rude and you could tell took every opportunity…read moreto do skills rather than actually teach. He was not encouraging and focused on the things that we could not do. A lot of the equipment was quite run down and taped together with duct tape, etc. Others coaches were fairly nice and encouraging. I definitely think Keenan and the other female coach took it way too seriously.

Fitset???!!! If you…read morehaven't tried it you must! Imagine yourself driving down your neighborhood think "hmm... I would love to try that Barre studio, or that yoga place... Wait crossfit what's that about? Well if you had a fitset membership you could go to all those places and more. I love my fitset membership because not only do you get to try new things, you have the opportunity to meet new people and get more involved in the community. The best part about Fitset is that they give you a free trial so you can experience it before you decide to commit yourself to a month or more. O did I mention no contract? The Fitset team are everywhere from hosting fun events to pop ups in Lululemon or special affairs like FitFest. If you need technical support involving your membership they are quick with resolve. Yes I highly recommend just trying the free trial, you never know you might get addicted to being healthy and having fun ;)

Pool I've been meaning to check out in sherwood park…read more Wave pool, different from Millwoods pool. Reminds me of West Edmonton Mall. Alarm goes off and the waves start coming. Not as big as WEM but still super cool. Can be very crampt on weekends looks like. Lots of families there. They have a hot tub, sauna, steam room and a lazy river. They basically have it all. Lanes were closed for dropins. Its a big sports center, if I was in the park more often I woulf check it out. Definitely a gem to check out.

Great equipment, great clientele, great ambience to get motivated for health and fitness. I have…read morebeen working out for 50 years and this is my favorite place to be. The pool is alot of fun, sauna is steam and hits all bells and whistles, go early! Great staff, always very helpful. Kids and young adults are respectful.