I'm in my third month of membership here, so now seems like a good time to review. I joined on a Groupon deal that was a month membership plus three free classes. I took all of them - one teaches you to top rope belay, one teaches you about movement basics, and one teaches you how to train safely. If I was paying for each class separately, I probably would skip the training class, but the other two were super useful. The gym itself is quite large, and has something for all ages and skill levels. There are lots of walls to climb on auto belay, which means you don't need a partner and you can just clip yourself onto the rope and go. People there (both staff and customers) are generally friendly and have helped me out or answered questions for me. They change stuff up all the time, so you won't get bored doing the same old routes week after week. read more

Our last stop on a 10 day climbing trip all over Texas, Az and Nm and this one was top three for sure. About 55ft lead walls with great overhang and slab routes! Loved everything I climbed today and staff was super nice and very climbercore! Clean and welcoming facility and I liked the training/workout areas too read more

Stone Age Climbing Gym - Gyms Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Best climbing gym I've been to in the US. Climbs are amazing and employees are so kind

This is the new location for this gym. And a great location! I'm not a great climber. In fact, it's been quite some time since I have climbed. But I came here with some friends and was really blown away. The last time I did any climbing indoors was in Tucson, which had some nice walls, fun routes and a great vibe. Stone Age blows them away and then some. This place has about a hundred routes (not kidding) of all levels of difficulty, some up to about 40' in height. Lead rope and top rope. And even on a weekend afternoon, no more than a 5 minute wait to climb a route. Add to that two different bouldering areas (climbing fairly low, without need for ropes and such. And really good ones, including walls, overhangs and complete inversions. Is that all? No! They also have a "pro shop" with shoes, harnesses and other accessories, as well as drinks and such. These guys even do parties for the kids as well as instruction. If you've every had an interest in climbing for fun or exercise, this is seriously a world-class place. Prices aren't cheap, but not unreasonable for the facilities. Check it out! read more

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One of the best indoor gyms I have been to! This gym is state of the art. Giant walls with an aggressive overhang for lead climbing up to 5.14a in difficulty. Alex checked us in and took. Are of us. He got us certified for lead and was very informative and professional. Made us feel right at home. They have an awesome boulder wall with up to v10 in difficulty. They did have a kilter wall and and a tension board to train! Last but not least their weight gym had everything we needed to train during our trip read more

Stone Age Climbing Gym - Lead wall - Gyms Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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I really love this place! The staff is so helpful and friendly. They take their time with newbies to explain basic safety and more advanced techniques. The custom signs are hysterical, i.e.- Clothing left in lockers overnight will be given to dirtbags. - Thanks, the dirtbags. Funny little signs all over the place that actually give helpful info! The other climbers are also so awesome! Everyone I have met and talked to has been super kind and supportive! It is an excellent vibe. I always leave this place floating on a cloud of bliss! Yes, with sore muscles, but in a good way! read more

Staff are friendly and welcoming to newcomers and kids. Props to Sam, who oriented my son and me to the place.

People are super helpful and nice every time we go in. It's a good vibe here with lots of options from beginner to advanced. 10/10 recommend this place. read more

Best climbing gym I've been to, large tall walls and the bouldering area is super fun. There is also a gym area for hanging work and a full gym upstairs. Super friendly staff, lots of gear you can buy, and there are snacks too. Highly recommend visiting this gym to climb, the routes are harder than normal ratings! read more

Great place for beginners and people of all skill levels. This was my first time climbing, but the auto belay system made me feel so safe and comfortable. The staff is really great too. This place is perfect for doing something active indoors away from the heat. read more

Stone Age Climbing Gym - Gyms Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

While on vacation in Albuquerque, Stone Age has been the ideal spot for us to take our kids (and their cousins) to let off some steam on a cold winters day. Though we had not been here in a while, all we had to do was sign some paperwork and perform a 5-minute demo of our knot-tying and belaying skills before they let us loose inside. This is yet another Albuquerque business that has moved to bigger digs; the new space is much more spacious than the old one. In fact, I think it may be the biggest indoor climbing gym I've ever been to! As before, they still have: -- Auto belayers on selected routes: allows you to climb without a human belayer. Sort of like a vacuum cleaner cord when you push the button - it pulls in slack but not powerfully; When you're done climbing, just push off and it lowers you to the ground quickly but gently. I wish they had these at Planet Granite in CA! -- "The boulder" offers a variety of short routes in varying difficulties, from expert to beginner, with a "top" area for sitting or standing. Short enough to not require ropes, and there's plenty of padding underneath. It is ideal for kids, who get to chill out on top as a reward for their efforts. Better than a babysitter, especially when the parents get to climb a little too. So happy to see this business thriving and expanding. Now only if they'd open a branch in the Bay Area! read more

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It's a climbing gym. There's a good selection of bouldering and climbing routes and helpful staff. It can get pretty crowded weekday evenings but I can always find something without waiting too long. read more

Wow! Completely awesome! Incredible new space! The talk walls are great and there is room to spare! Love it! I was completely blown away!!! read more

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This is the only place in town that offers indoor rock climbing. The new renovation was a great improvement. The only downside is needing to become belayed certified to actually use their big room, but I can see why it should be a safety precaution. If you are not, you can always use the auto belay and the bouldering rooms, those get pretty tall also. They frequently change their climbs and puzzles-- it's actually pretty cool and you will never be bored! The workers are pretty awesome and knowledgeable. There's this guy (most likely the owner) that oversees the biggest belaying room. He seems super chill, the employees even call him dinosaur. The atmosphere is super relaxing but also supportive. If you also get the membership, you save on your admission and you get discount on gear and food! read more

Stone Age Climbing Gym - Gyms Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Just recently started coming here. I go to the gym a lot and it can get boring sometimes so I wanted to try something different. It was a great experience the staff was very friendly in teaching us how to harness up and show us around the gym. It's not only just rock climbing, upstairs they have a weight and cardio room so that was pretty cool. It was a little expensive $20 for the day pass it would be better to get a membership $69 a month ideal if you plan on going a few times a week. I had a lot of fun either way and stayed for about 2 and a half hours before my arms got burned out it was a great alternative workout and cool way to challenge yourself. It's great on your mind as well because it really gets you thinking about your next move. Challenge yourself and check this place out. read more

Stone Age Climbing Gym - 45' wall don't look down! - Gyms Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

(This review is my review from their original location. It all still applies, plus they have a shiny new look with higher walls and much more room!) I got my first taste of climbing at Stone Age years ago and have been a regular ever since. Great gym. There is always a good mix of TR, sport and bouldering routes and the levels go from easy (5.7 and VB) to very hard (5.13 and V9/10). The staff is helpful and friendly and the people who go to SA tend to be reflective of the general climbing community in NM: friendly, relaxed and welcoming. Its popularity makes for a crowded gym at times, but it is roomy enough that you can usually find an open route even when swamped. If you are an out-of-towner and looking for a place to climb, this is it. You can almost always find people willing to let you hop on a route or find a group of boulderers ready to share beta and encourage you. Like most climbing gyms, SA's bread and butter is birthday parties, so there tend to be a lot of kiddos around. I don't mind this at all, but if you don't like kids you might want to call in to see when the parties are being held. In addition to the climbing gym, SA has a small traditional gym with decent cardio equipment and free-weights. There is also a multi-use room where they hold classes (free for members and for day-pass holders) such as yoga and kettlebells and when not in use for classes or for birthday parties can be used by patrons for personal use. SA offers climbing classes from the very basic Intro to Gym Climbing and Fundamentals of Movement to Lead Climbing and AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor Course and Certification. All-in-all a great climbing gym and worth checking out. read more

Stone Age Climbing Gym - Chalk bucket - Gyms Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Really enjoyed every time I visited while I had a membership. They even got new gym equipment for lifting! If it had been a little closer, I would have worked out there every day. Routes are constantly rotating/changing and there's always a new puzzle to figure out. They do a great job at keeping the interior clean and swepted. Even the bathrooms are in pretty good condition. If you have kids and have thought about bringing them rock climbing, this place is great! I don't have kids but there are A LOT of them all around climbing and having fun. SA even offers classes for kids too, I believe. My only gripes - Some of the staff can be kind of iffy some times with their attitudes BUT most of them are really nice and inviting. And the rental equipment is just okay, wish they had better shoes. But those are just minor things imo. Oh, and I really wish they had a slack line somewhere, but that's just a nicety. read more

This gym is good for children, beginners, and parties, as that is who it caters to. The gym routs are set for small children and involve repetitive dynamic movements, with the crux nearly always at the top. While this is great for 12 year old competition climber, adult climbers will find the setting wanting, having little relation to outside climbing, and quite dangerous for anyone over the age of 30. On the wall at the gym there is a sign that the kids team has priority every afternoon, but there is never a time when adults have priority, and that is a good way to sum this place up. Currently, there is no climbing at this gym this week because they are using the competition to grow their kids team even larger ( it has already grown from 15 to 40 in the last few years). It has closed multiple days in multiple months over multiple years for this competition and many others. Doing the math I calculated that I have paid for over two months of membership where I wasn't allowed to climb without compensation. The competition benefits the gym, a few professionals, but this year they are charging for viewing so I don't believe it's a communal event anymore. Look, it's not all bad. The climbing community is pretty good one here, and some of the setters really try to please the customers creating a few really good routes, but the priority of small children and competition climbing ruins the experience of rock climbers attempting to train for climbing outdoors. So if you don't know what your doing your gonna love it, its pretty and has a good feel. But if you are a climber who is trying to translate training to the outdoors you may find the priorities of the gym wanting. read more

Stone Age is the only one of its kind in the Albuquerque area. It is a great alternative to normal gyms, but just in case you want to lift, they have a small full sized gym upstairs- it's a win win for meat heads and hippies. Stone Age has enormous walls for sport rope climbing- I believe you need a 35-40 meter rope at minimum. They also have a vey large bouldering section where you will see many people literally hanging out. Stone Age prides themselves on being the largest indoor climbing gym in the southwest. Great staff and great management who seem to be really involved in the community. They teach many classes and are always willing to help. Some problematic areas for me: Since they basically have a monopoly going, they can make the prices however steep they desire. A day pass will run you about $15 not including rentals. Monthly membership is about $70. Student pass per semester $170. It can be worth it if you use your pass a lot. They also get extremely busy from 3-8: no parking and lots of people everywhere. I would suggest coming earlier or later - happy hour- meaning you can get a reduced price on a day pass and rentals. read more

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I went here with our church youth group and we all had an awesome time. The staff took their time to teach us and go through their safety guide lines. All knowledgeable & friendly staff. It was the first time any of my kids ever did this kind of climbing. But they all did great and had a great experience. All the equipment felt safe. They enjoyed the treadmill climber the most. It's a great work out too. We thought it was all just for fun, but their muscles all hurt the next day. They have many different heights & levels of climbing. Enough space that my kids only had to wait one time for a certain spot. They even have a tiny section for the little ones to climb. Really a great place to take the whole family and even any hard core climbers. My family and I will be back many times. read more

What can I say about this place except that it is the single, most comprehensive gym experience you will ever get. Not only do they have all of your traditional gym equipment, but they offer yoga as well, and the best part, the reason you are reading this review right now, is the climbing. The climbing at stone age is absolutely top notch. This is easily the best climbing gym in the state of New Mexico, and better than most in Arizona and Colorado too. There is a reason that Stone Age hosts multiple national level climbing events. All of the staff there are courteous, and know exactly what they are doing. All of them have lots of climbing experience, and from the moment you get there, you feel welcomed by not only the staff, but the amazing climbing community as well. Don't have any equipment? No problem, Stone Age is happy to rent you equipment as a low cost. This place has something for climbers of all levels. You can Boulder, Top Rope, Lead Climb, and even Sport Climb. Everyone there is friendly and will often offer good advice (and some bad advice too) on how to climb a route, or grip a particular hold, or just listen to you whine about not solving the boulder problem you have been stuck on for two weeks. The route setters at the gym are excellent, and they change the routes just often enough to avoid boredom. If you have ever wanted to climb or are an experience climber, this place is for you. Rookie to veteran, this place is for you. They also have a great kids program, and a competitive climbing team, who are absolutely amazing. Seriously, why are you still reading this.....GO CLIMB STONE AGE read more

My daughter just finished the climbing camp at this gym. The class was an excellent opportunity to overcome heights, team play, learn strategic and safe maps to climbing a wall, knot tying and the basic fundamentals of climbing. The teachers were engaging and kept it fun and safe. I would highly recommend this class for any child. Thanks, Stone Age! P.S. The gym membership is worth while as they have several different activities within the memebership read more

Stone Age Climbing Gym - Gyms Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

I visited here out of town to keep climbing while traveling and this place was so fun! Great people atmosphere, and fun bouldering routes.

Great times to be had by all levels and abilities at stone age. I have been going to Stone age for a few months now as a member to build strength and endurance for outdoor sport climbing. It has great friendly environment and something for all ablity. You are able to push yourself on lead climbs of tour more experienced down to renting gear and just learning the basics in a safe environment. Everyone that I have encountered is always really friendly, welcoming and helpful. Just please follow the rules as they are for safety! read more

My fingers exhausted I held my water bottle between my elbows. My buddy exclaimed, "You're a real climber now!" After a year of casual climbing, I punched through to a new plateau. Climbing started out as just a fun way to spend time with my buddy, but now I'm hooked. There are routes, some with Swiss cheese looking holds that stick in my brain waiting to be climbed more gracefully than the last time. This gym is dynamic with ever changing climbs to tackle with my friends bonding us through mental and physical chalky sweat. There are numerous tall climbs and a smoldering bouldering area. The price tag is high, but totally worth it once I realized how much love and inspiration is put into keeping the wall vital. I now aspire toward Popeye sized forearms producing crushing handshakes and daring climber moves that surpass my current idea of what my body can do. read more

Climbing assuages the Lego geek in me. It does, I was noting this during the very first climb of my life, at Stone Age. I never got over Legos, I can still build like I did when I was eight, there's just something carnal about getting the right brick for every square inch of plastic peg. It's the same with climbing. A good climb is a synthesis of a toe that perfectly sticks, a deep breath, getting your digits around the right hold, building, ascending, #NailingIt. And then there's the whole exercise/workout aspect, which is a bonus. I won't pretend to claim that I know Jack about the sport, but maybe that's what makes this review legit. I knew nothing. The staff very effectively taught me the basics. Within a half hour I was off on my own, scaling some pretty steep walls and using my Spidey senses on the boulders. Suddenly I totally understood why people completely geek out on climbing: it's a ton of fun. This enormous facility has to be one of the best in the southwest, if not the entire country. Each week new routes are designed over the old, very Lego. I love that they have a gym upstairs, with weekly classes like yoga and kickboxing. And I think the cost of a monthly membership, somewhere in the area of $70, is a terrific deal; most average gyms charge more than that, Crossfit will run you $125. So if you're an amateur, take heed, this place will teach you the ropes, literally. Oh, and kids can get in on this beginning at age 5. read more

Visiting from Seattle, WA: I enjoyed the friendliness of the staff very much because they allowed me to get my Fire/ EMS discount even after I didn't bring my license. The facility is definitely a great catch-all for good bouldering, top roping, leading and all sorts of cross training equipment you can get your hands on. I spent all of my time bouldering and there is definitely a good variety of routes for new and experienced climbers alike. I believe the gym left me wanting more variety in types of bouldering climbs. I felt like the majority of the climbs just kept getting more roof-like w/ small holds instead of techinal problem solving. That's all that kept this from 5 stars. read more

Really disappointed in this place and discouraged by their resistance to include or be fair to non-traditional families. After going to this already expensive gym with my kids for a year, my older kid turned 6 and I was told I would have to start paying the dependent price of an additional $14.95 a month the next time I visited. Then when I visited again, I was told I actually had to pay an additional $54.95 a month for my 6-year old as a second household member. So basically if you're a traditional family, you get to pay $14.95 a month for your kid/dependant (but the dependant has to be a kid even though they say that it isn't for kids, which doesn't make sense). I talked to the manager who confirmed their policy and when I tried to explain how disproportionately their policy affects single moms(and dads), they said that, this isn't Chucky Cheese. In trying to back track after I inquired that families with single-mom should be relegated to Chucky Cheese while traditional families get to pay less for their kids and enjoy the climbing gym, they then stated that this wasn't their intention. They then explained that it's more like a group discount, so two-parent families get to pay only $14.95 for their kid(s) because they are already paying over $100 a month. So again, this group discount policy disproportionately affects single moms(and dads) who end up paying more per person because they only have one adult in the household and fewer overall climbers! Saying it wasn't their intention doesn't do much now that they are aware of the way the policy has manifested to exclude single-moms (and dad's). Again, really disappointed. And discouraged that in a diversity-friendly town like Albuquerque, this kind of thinking has prevailed. read more

I am not a climber, went into the gym for a supposed class that never took place. First thing that hit me was the bad smell... a combination of tire rubber and stinky feet. Its still in my nose hours later. No one was at the front desk to greet me or explain that there was no class as it had been advertised. Very disappointed. Otherwise the place is huge, overwhelming and fills its purpose. The people who in there climbing seem to be really enjoying themselves. For me, I couldn't get out fast enough. Oh- and the parking sucks. read more

This place is incredible. $20 gets you an all day pass and all the gear you need. You absolutely cannot beat that. I went with my wife and son (age 9). It was our first visit. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They start by getting you fitted into your harness and shoes. Next, she gave us a short but detailed tour, and lastly cut us loose. I was expecting some mandatory training or a lawyer to follow us around, but outside of signing a waiver there was none of that. (This is a compliment) We stayed a couple hours and had a great time. Lots of families were doing the same thing as us, and it was easy to spot the regulars. Staff to atmosphere was awesome. Even the other climbers waiting their turn were super friendly and clearly having a great time. Highly recommended. Date night? Pass on dinner and a movie and come here instead. read more

Solid climbing gym. They have it all: top-rope, lead and bouldering. Plus, as an added bonus, they have a few cardio machines and weights, They maintain a good variety of route difficulties, so both the novice and expert have something to challenge them. Also, it seems like they change their routes fairly frequently to avoid becoming stale. If you have never tried climbing before, I suggest you check Stone Age out. And if you have climbed for years but are new to the area, I would get a membership ASAP. If only I lived closer... read more

Stone Age has made me addicted to rock climbing. This place is seriously awesome. For those of you that haven't climbed before, don't fret, they make it super easy to get started. You have to fill our a waiver when you come in, but then head straight to the front desk to pay. It's super reasonably priced, and they give you a tour and show you how things work around the gym. There's walls that are easy, and walls that are very hard: it fits every skill level. If you're a serious climber, you can take a class in order to do the larger walls in the middle of the gym. Otherwise, theres the auto-belay walls that are still super fun. A few things to be aware of: the shoes fit SUPER tight. This is how rock climbing shoes are suppose to be. If it's your first time, I recommend going at least one whole size up. There's certain times when there's a lot of kids here. When you or your child are rock climbing, be sure to respect others waiting to climb. It's a courtesy to switch off who is climbing a wall. Buy chalk at the shop, it'll help you immensely when climbing the walls, especially harder ones. I've been going as a day pass lately, but have considered a membership, which is also a very reasonable price! I love this place! read more

Disappointed I could not get a few laps in at this gym before my flight. Was turned away when told it was members only hours until noon.

My son had a birthday party here on 2/11/2018. It was very well organized and the guys in charge of the party, were very friendly and had no problems with 14, 11 year old boys who were all excited and loud. They were also very nice to my 5 year old nephew who was scared to climb, by the end he was all the way on the top of the walls! They do a short saftey/into and then the kids get to climb, they will even get all the kids in the room for you when it is time for food/cake. I have 3 kids and we have had birthday parties all over the city, I have to say that this was one of the best we have ever had. All the kids had a great time, I really liked that all the Plates/cups/utensils were provided for the party also, along with a refrigerator to keep things cool until it was time to eat. Great place and great people. read more

Still surprised that it's the only game in town here, but thankfully they don't let it go to their heads, and SA is still a fun, community style gym, plenty of space for all, and all levels! Fun for ages 6-66, and beyond (I hope I'm still climbing at 66yrs young). Kids classes available, but pay attention and sign up early, as they sell out quickly. Pricing is reasonable, especially if you grab a new year special, student discount, or police/mil/fire discount (no ambulance/EMS discount, lame!). Plenty of parking, plenty of new friends to make, and more than enough routes to keep you busy all year....except the staff is very good about resetting routes throughout the year, to keep you from getting stale on old routes. Climb on! read more

I was a member here for several years. As with many things, I didn't know how good I had it until I moved to CA and had to find another gym. Stone Age's climbing facilities at their prices are better than anything I've seen in LA so far (where the prices are higher for smaller facilities). The bouldering area in itself is massive; other gyms have shorter bouldering walls with cramped routes piled on top of each other. Stone Age is spacious and bright. The climbers are friendly if you approach them, but they're also good at leaving you alone. I miss you, SA :( read more

This place is BA. If you're not sure what that means then this isn't the review for you. This place would get 5 stars if I could afford an annual membership. Even with a military discount it would cost quite a bit for me and one or two other family members. The location, staff, rentals, layout and amount of space are great. I never feel like I don't have somewhere to climb and I don't even have a certification to use the big-kids walls. For now I will continue to visit every now and again and just use the "happy hour" to get a sweet workout on my poor finger tips. :) read more

This place is amazing!! Super friendly and helpful staff, and tons of routes to climb, both bouldering and sport. My favorite thing about this place? If you're looking to purchase shoes, they will actually let you try them out on the wall before you commit to buying them. That way, you know how they will actually feel when you're climbing. Go check it out if you're looking for gear, a new gym, or just a rad little spot to be active for an afternoon. They have day passes as well as memberships for regular climbers. read more

Before we dive into this review, it should be said that I don't have extensive knowledge about climbing. In fact, while I really enjoy it, I've only been a few times. I'm not the person that can pick up on crazy climbing details, but I can definitely pick up on awesome. And Stone Age is AWESOME! From the moment you walk in, the staff is friendly and encouraging. They are thorough and concerned with not just your experience, but also your safety. Once we were outfitted, we were given the lay of the land...and the land is HUGE. This place is pretty extensive and massive. There are courses for all abilities and comfort levels. It's a great deal to be able to pay a fee upfront and spend as much time as you'd like climbing. If I'm not mistaken, you can even grab lunch and come back. This place is great for all ages and ability levels. My only fear is that it may have turned me into a climbing junkie. I'm okay with that. read more

Stone Age Climbing Gym - Gyms Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Best gym in Albuquerque hands down. I have been a member since 2015 and can't say enough about this place. Clean, modern, well-maintained. Stone Age has cultivated an amazing community of climbers. I would argue that Stone Age has the best staff of any business in the state. They are always super helpful, proactive, and involved. I wish they offered a better multiple membership family discount, but aside from that this place is top notch. read more