Reviews of The Core Climbing Gym (Gym)

Quinn Thompson

I've been climbing for 5+ years at various gyms and Core has become my home gym. Great route setting, fun atmosphere, and always a great time :)

shameel abdullah

Amazing gym, have gone multiple times and have had a great experience every time!

Jane Imnotprovidingtherest

Great place for a fun workout! Just make sure you use chalk. If you don't, your hands will break from your body and run away. Possibly to get squished by traffic. The fellow who runs the front desk (I'm sorry, I don't remember your name! Dark bearded guy) is very friendly, will ignore adults to make sure the kids are listening and don't die. As he should. Free parking, no WiFi that I'm aware of, but you don't need it when your climbing. The only thing that maked me grump was finding out that they don't open until noon during the week. I bought a membership with the intention of getting a bit of climbing time in before work, showed up at 10:30am, and they were closed. ???? My fault, I didn't check before signing up. Sign is on the door.

Connor Watson

Awesome place! Staff are the best, setting is even better ????

bethany greathead

Staff was very welcoming and helpful. There are many different types of courses to climb and were alot of fun as well! I will definitely be going back soon :)

Monique Stover

First time there, first time bouldering. Climbed for an hour and a half, loved the different levels and how badly I wanted to defeat the mountain by climbing it. LOL! My friend and I refused to leave till we accomplished the one level and lived it! Yeah us for our first time :)

Josh Kallonen

Great bouldering and great staff, very friendly. As far as bouldering goes I love it great place to practise.

Jonah Monaghan

Wonderful gym, with amazing staff and a great variety of routes. Also very well priced.

Craig Stevens

I've not been myself, but my kids love it! Strictly bouldering. Very nice facility and the only one in Hespeler!

Eileen Thombs

It was really fun! Much harder than it looks though

Tony R

Relaxing easygoing environment!

Neil Robinson

Great spot for the kids or adults.

Joe Kimpson

Great kids program

bleutyler

Bouldering only. Good free weights. Good challenging courses too. I am amateur, not a pro sp lots I could not do

Brian Enter

Great climbing experience for first timer. Simple enough into and then just hard work! Friendly staff.

Matt P

My son is going here weekly with a trainer and is loving it

Amardeep Maan

Kids loved it but show rental is expensive.

Jonathan Cowper

Great open space with many climbing options. Brought both our beginner kids and they had a great time.

Jeffery Guichelaar

Affordable membership, friendly crowed there, as well as staff, and as I've gotten to explore a few other climbing gyms around I've come to really appreciate how well they lay out the walls when they set them.

Adam Paleczny

Tons of fun climbing all the time! I only wish they reset a little more often.

Sandy Porto

Friendly service and a fun, clean facility.

Alex Grant

Standard walltopia kind of gym, bit well designed and lots of space.

Jennifer Boucha

Took my young sons to the gym on mothers day, Cliff was so attentive and very thorough in explaining the rules. Excellent staff. Have been telling everyone they have to check the place out!!!

Avneet Sekhon

The only place to climb in Canada (inside).

Dan Nedelko

Just took my boys for the first time. Great staff, super friendly, everyone is really nice and the atmosphere is super positive. Highly recommended.

Keith Mackay

Settings great, gym is clean and the people are awesome.

Ashton Wettlaufer

Very nice place ....

Omas Abdullah

Great experience! The staff really helps you when your group is having trouble on a wall. Definitely will be coming back!

Adrian Rogers

I’m travelling, and found this place to be great for dropping in. They have a daily rate, a 10 punch card system, and of course memberships. There’s plenty of wall to keep you going all week, and the facilities are pleasant and clean, with water fountains and some complementary chalk attached to the benches. The site also has a small work out and 2 stretch areas, plus there’s some snacks and beverages available. Naturally you have to sign a liability waiver, which I did online - no printing, I just went straight there and they had me in the system! The climbs varied, and cater to every skill type.

Rick Newell

Very very challenging good experience.

cameron Cai

Awesome climbing gym. Check it out. Nice staff and super new climbing holds and gym.

Ryan Tooley

This bouldering gym is amazing! All the staff are wonderful and are always really excited about climbing. As well as giving great advice for certain routes, the staff are people who are passionate about climbing.

S Z

Good atmosphere. Not too crowded either

Ryan Braun

Challenging routes, friendly staff, and handles the amount of people well (never felt crowded or had to wait long for any routes)

Paul Magennis

Been there twice now. Front desk staff didn't seem to care they we came in. Not friendly at all both times (same person both times). Found the climbs either too easy, or if I went up one level, I had a hard time even getting on the wall. Overall it just wasn't fun. I climb at another gym in the area a few times a week and always have a good time....even when the climbs are above my level. This was my last time at Core.

Jim M

Great activity for the kids, first after school program they all like. Coaching is good and you can really see the kids improving. Would recommend for all levels, they also keep updating the climbs and will work with you to finish them.

Catherine Archibald

Such a great place with very helpful staff! The only suggestion comes from our 4 year old who doesn't like climbing back down the whale. He requests a slide.

Belal Masri

Great variety of bouldering walls

Brian A

Lot's of fun and the staff are very helpful and engaging

Clifforrd Vanclief

First time for kids, excellent staff, warm and happy environment. Great activity for all ages.

Graeme Rowell

Great place to have fun with friends or by yourself. Clean and well lit.

Erin Croley

Excellent climbing gym! Highly recommend for anyone who is into bouldering and/or competitions. Friendly and helpful staff.

Andy Whitmell

Great place, good prices. Bouldering only. Staff were very awesome and knowledgable. Lots of climbing challenges for all levels and a comp wall for the more experienced. Large change rooms, a workout area and free chalk at the benches.

Rae Watson

Great experience for the Grand Kids!

Taylor Warden-Ogilvie

Started going here about 2 months ago. Staff is super friendly and other climbers are engaging and encouraging. Lots of diverse climbs for beginners and more experienced climbers. Can be very busy some nights but it just means I spend more hours there lol! Got a membership after a month as it pays for itself in 2 visits. Can't argue with the pricing. Climbs change weekly so you don't get bored, and it's in an ideal location only a few minutes off the 401! Will be keeping my membership for a long while.

Nicole H. Smith

Great place! The guys that work there are super friendly and helpful, especially if you are a newbie. There is no judgement, just hard work and fun. It is a nice little community of climbers.

Josh White

Great place to try out rock climbing for the first time!

Ali Asghar

Great place for kids

Sarah Day

Tones of walls and lower ranked climbs (1,2,3's) that a newbie like myself truly appreciates. But also has lots of interesting higher combinations that my hubby loves as well.

y irfan

Great place. Took my three daughters and thier 4 friends, they all had a great time. Will take them again. Great place to take your daughters and thier friends again and again.

Chris Thibeault

Friendly staff. Great workout. Great for kids too.

Christopher Thom

I'm new to climbing, but the staff and other patrons make me feel welcome.

Gary Simmons

Great new climbing facility.

Nuša Gašper

Good indoor bouldering! Great staff! For beginners and advanced climbers

Josh L-J

Regular member here. Nice clean and open facility. Great place for experienced climbers. Note there is no rope climbing here only Bouldering.

Steve Carlson

fairly new and simply amazing. they have tons of challenging wall climbing and bouldering to do.

Graham Schwartzentruber

Awesome and inviting experience. Highly recommend it.

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Stuart Germain

Excellent place to go and climb. They are reasonably priced, helpful, and have something for everyone.

Lorraine Deming

Great for all levels of climbers. Lovely staff. Great with kids.

david ML

Awesome bouldering gym in Hespeler! Friendly staff and nice clean and modern facility.

Jared Windover-Kroes

Lots of beginner and intermediate-friendly routes. Helpful staff. Nice warm-up/conditioning area.

Erin Scatena

The staff are great and the space is well designed. I always enjoy my experience

Blaine Cressman

I went for the first time recently, and it was a great experience. Very nice facility - very clean and well maintained! Lots of different routes to tackle. Complimentary chalk throughout the gym is a nice bonus too. They had a children's "Learn to climb" group in while I was here, and the staff kept them organized and busy. I really enjoyed everything, and will definitely be going back soon!

K L

Great experience good knowledgeable staff

jessyca beauchamp

It’s a solid spot to get some bouldering in but quite small.

Cameron Willmot

Best gym in the area

Fawaz K

Lots of fun. Covid measures in place. Very friendly staff willing to help out the young ones reach new heights!

Warren Caughill

New to this sport. Great personal service.

Donny Chaves

Some of the climbs are fun

Maddie Fischer

Great staff, great setting, great space.

Elizabeth Renaud

So much fun! My first time climbing (bouldering) and I would definitely return!

Michael Saragosa

If you want to boulder in the tricities then this is the place to go. Huge overarching cave and some highball walls. All of the routes will challenge you no matter what rating you're climbing.

Abu Mamooji

Great gym

hannah bissell

So much fun, I bought a Groupon been there 2 times now and can't wait to go again. Fellow climbers of all experience are so encouraging.

Malcolm Standing

Good facility, helpful & knowledgeable staff. A great experience for beginners, pros, and everyone in-between. Do be aware that bouldering is an athletic activity that is quite strenuous.

Sean Hayward

Great variety of routes and styles. The large space has been well used.

Fletcher Falls

Clean and staff are friendly and climbing is a great activity for everyone. I buy a 10 pass which works well for my boys and I. What I love about climbing is that it teaches you it is okay to fail and then try again and solve the problem.

Rich Andrade

This is a great family friendly bouldering gym! Go for the climb stay for the community!!

Chevy Rennie

Jordan & team we’re awesome making us feel welcome, the atmosphere definitely added to a great first impression

Adrian Ennis

Nice setup. I've only been twice so far, they seem to set routes fairly frequently. Down side - little kids seem to be allowed to just run around everywhere.

Sabrina S

My favourite place to climb ???? Nice place, great people.

Liam Graham

Core continues to be a top bouldering gym in southern Ontario. Very clean, the routes are fairly and consistently graded, with a huge variety in actual movement and climbing styles. Friendly, helpful staff and fair pricing wrap it all up very well.

Lizzy Hughes

Great staff and challenging climbs. They offer great climbs for every level

Paul Gray

Fantastic climbing gym for bouldering. Great variety, regularly updated, caters for beginners through to experienced climbers. Also a friendly community. Hours of operations are good too.

Neil Moser

This place focuses on bouldering, which I love. They change the routes frequently, keeping things fresh. The staff and patrons are very friendly and it's such a fun environment. Physical activity and a social atmosphere for the win!

talentedressagerider

Loved this climbing gym! Everyone was so encouraging and willing to help you with techniques they've learned and will give you tips on what to do! The instructors were very friendly... We went on ladies night so their wasn't any guys their but my friends sister climbs their regularly and said that when they are at the gym you don't feel like you can't climb.... Haven't climbed in years and did amazing! Will definitely be going back here soon!

Paul Smith

If you’re looking for a way to get active but want something a little different, this is the place. As someone who is on a fitness journey but isn’t very in shape yet, I highly recommend this place. The facility is clean and well maintained, the staff are friendly and also very supportive. A lot of performance sports can have an elitist feel to them, but I’ve never felt judged or belittled here, only positive encouragement. It’s definitely a social activity for beginners as it’s nice to have someone watching you climb and giving you help.

kidunderabridge

Place is amazing. Staff were super friendly and helpful. I had a friend who wasn't feeling good, they let her in just to watch without paying. They answered all our questions and were just very friendly /chipper. The facility is great. There's a great variety of courses and difficulties. If I lived closer, I would absolutely sign up for a membership at this place. It also has a smaller area where people can also just enjoy a work out with weights, training benches, pull up bars, etc.

Amanda Cobb

Was a great time. Took our kids (5 and 3, almost 6 and 4) and they loved it. Our 6yr old was great at it and loved doing it, 4 yr old no t so much. He is not tall and some of the holds are far apart. Other than that, my husband and I will be back for sure. It was a great total body workout. Very excited to come back and try some more challenging climbs.

Lore Holden

Awesome routes - lots of variety at each level. Excellent staff - knowledgeable and friendly. The gym is just off the highway too, so easily accessible from Kitchener. The building is always nice and cool too, so even today when it was 30 degrees outside, it was still nice to climb. There are lots of benches throughout so there's plenty of places to sit while you rest between climbs.

D Tassie

Amazing people. Had a great time! Well definitely be coming back

Adam Gibson

Great place to climb! The staff are very friendly and the bouldering problems cover a considerable range of difficulty, whether you're an expert or it's your first time.

Kaleb Guichelaar

Everyone is nice and helpful it's like a family

Jordan Harris

A really amazing bouldering-only gym. The problems are all set in great ways with a focus on technique over brute force. They are all very friendly and always willing to offer advice and tips. Highly recommended!

Peter Sarabura

Phenomenal time, thoroughly enjoyed and plan to come regularly!

Adam Cross

This is a fantastic bouldering gym. It's a good sized facility with varying levels and a friendly staff.

Luke Forcey

Core is a very clean facility with great airflow. The boulder problems are well graded and consistent. The weightlifting area is equipped with a squat rack and space for chest press. There are free weights and elastics. The Moon Wall is enjoyed by experienced climbers. The change rooms are clean and spacious. If you are in Waterloo, Cambridge, Kitchener, or Guelph, this is the place to be. The staff are kind and courteous, and the workout is exceptional.

Tim Wall

Absolutely love the community and well designed climbs at this gym. The staff are excellent and exceptionally helpful when stuck on those tricky routes. Great for every climbing level.

John A Macdonald

Love it! I use this place to work myself, it's fun --- only problem is that I rub my hands on the rocks & they get cuts, but that's very rare.

Will O'Neill

Never been I just used to plow the plaza. I hear it's great! Plus the staff are funny!

The Beany

Awesome place. Took my 12 yr old son and his friends to Core for his birthday. They had a fantastic time, trying the easy climbing walls and the not so easy. The people there were friendly and, on occasion, politely reminded the kids of the safety rules when they strayed. Will definitely take my son back there, he had a blast.

Mike L

Kids had a blast climbing.

Yingcai Dong

Been there five times, if you bring your own shoes, will be cheaper.

Kaitlyn Fletcher (monkey)

Has climbs for every level. Really fun.

Karen J

LOVE this place! Staff are so friendly and helpful. They have all levels of climbs for all skills level. Even if you can only climb a ladder they have something for you. So great for kids, took my 6yr old niece and she keeps asking to go back.

Sherry Morley

The owners are awesome guys and a fun place to climb

Rowan Timoffee-Maberly

Great place for bouldering

Seangdao Somsy

It world top gym Club, you won't be disappointed with outdoor hot pool n cold pools and water slide and best of all three hrs daycares for your child's is provided. LLX

Stacey Hutchinson

So much fun! And a great workout!!

Zack Caringi

First time bouldering. Nice, Friendly staff and a lot of variety in terms of difficulty

J Gallea

Really clean and fun

Chris S

Fun climbing gym to kill an hour or 2 with friends.

Baber Abbas

5 and 8 year old kids loved it.

P S

Amazing climbing gym, staff are great and the climbs are super fun.

Cedric Radloff

Not only is it a nice gym but everyone in the gym is nice, including staff

Mark Schell

Great service and attention. Good setting. Wonderful community

Mike Mathieson

Nice place. Bright clean and open gym with a lot of problems to solve. The grading system is unique but eventually you get used to it.

Mark W

We love this place. We have a family membership and the routes change often enough that there is always a new challenge.

Simon van Rooyen

The staff is really friendly and the holds are amazing as well as the routesetting

Joseph Howe

Awesome gym awesome people

Justin Ching-Johnson

Great climbing gym

nick evans

Great bouldering and some challenging routes

Dave Jacobson

Staff is friendly and extremely knowledgeable... Great first time visit I will definitely be there again...

Andrew Hendrie

Great place. Highly recommended.

Katie Wyse

Friendly atmosphere, clean and bright gym. Really nice variety of climbing routes. Good for beginners and those who are more experienced.

Matt McKenzie

Just stopped in to see it. Got a giftcard. Place was clean, staff was very helpful.

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Awesome place. Such a positive atmosphere. Staff and other climbers are so helpful and nice. Fun time

Jimmy Dong

Employees are very professional and friendly. They will actively give you pointers and show you some climbs. The area is very spacious so you don't feel so cramped while climbing. Very fun place!!

Jolene Bell

Kids loved it! Facility is well kept and clean. Lots of room and seating for parents to watch.

Jacob tremaine

I'm a regular. I like climbing, but the positive atmosphere is what keeps me coming back. People are happy to see you progress. It doesn't matter how good you are. I've seen groups of people encouraging a person on a climb that most people can do. It's uplifting to be in and participate with.

Alexandre Gagnon

Well maintained, and clean! New problems each week!!

Erik U

Great setters, clean new space, well lit, strictly bouldering but great diversity in the problems.

Y. Ishimaru

good bouldering gym. challenging courses!

Michael L

Very Friendly place, great environment for learning/ training!

Chris Smith

It has a very wide variety of climbing challenges ranging from some easy for the first time climber to more difficult ones for the more experienced climber. The staff was very helpful in getting us started since we are new to the sport. It was a very enjoyable afternoon for the whole family.

Ryan Bernardon

So much fun,great staff.

Deven Olds

Amazing bouldering gym, always have new courses to keep things interesting.

elly lambert

My granddaughter has improved her strength, agility, and confidence. I love watching her, and she appreciates the support she gets from staff!

Gordon McGinn

Bouldering only, but tons of it! Very approachable staff. Found it welcoming as a beginner.

Josh Richards

Awesome place. Lots of fun.

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When I joined this gym I was -Stage 2 hypertension -Unable to do a single pull-up -Unable to do most/all of the V2's -Losing a fight with depression Thanks to the staff, patrons, team kids, adult "team", coaches, time and effort I am -Med free for blood pressure -Able to do enough pullups to make my non gym friends think I'm great lul -Able to send V2s while a few grades higher will occasionally go. -Winning a fight with depression -Married to someone I met at the gym The people at the Core will never know how much I owe all of them. From making meaningful friendships with others to projecting with a stranger for 15 minutes and never seeing them again. Some days I REALLY needed that session with someone. They all changed my life. If you're looking for a gym that's inclusive, accepting, helpful, and all around loving then The Core Climbing Gym is it. For those looking to get an idea of what the overall facilities are Setting is 9/10 commercial setting. If you like a bit more outdoor in your gym experience id say 7/10 but they have a moonboard. The head setter sets like a painter and has more unrealized potential than realized. Not a slight just predicting even more impressive things. I always learn something climbing here. Cleanliness is 10/10. The staff cleans daily and often. Alt Rock Barrie and The Core Climbing Gym should teach seminars to other gyms on how to keep a space clean. The larger gyms always site how much larger they are but never seem to hire more staff to compensate. The price is comparable to most Ontario gyms while falling on the more affordable side of average. My door will forever be open to The Core Climbing Gyms people.

Jacquie Howald

Love the bouldering and friendly environment

Thomas Wood

Great spot, good progression of problems and a friendly atmosphere

Cassie Klein

This is my new favourite climbing gym.staff are amazing, helpful, encouraging and make it a great atmosphere. The climbs change often which is great and challenging. It's also clean and well taken care of considering the amount of chalk people use in a day.

Grace Horn

Best gym in City

Lyn Hill

Its really fun to climb a bunch of rocs and stuff but occasionally they Chand the rock so it's a new thing to climb also if u get hungry or thirsty they have food and drinks.

Becky Rahn

Don't get to visit as often as I'd like. Great workout!

Chad Pilkington

Lots of interesting routes.

Chris Peckover

Facility is brand new and very clean. The problems are well thought out and the staff are happy to help out.

Megan Saulnier

Great place for grown ups and kids. Manager was super helpful. Very fun! Easy enough for beginners but some real challenges too.

Ben Barnes

The Core is a place you can feel comfortable and not judged for being you. Whatever it is you deal with ie, weight issues, LGBTQ, women or disabilities etc. You can go to the Core and get training for whatever your skill level and not be judged. I love the friendly staff as much as the other climbers. A really amazing community at The Core. :)

Craig Eastabrook

Had a really fun date night with the wife. Tutorial was brief and easy to follow. Different levels so everyone can have fun.

Kon T

The core climbing gym is a great bouldering gym to go to if you are in the Cambridge area. If youlooking for a high energy activity that will leave tired and feeling self satisfied with what you have achieved, bouldering is the best way to achieve that self satisfaction. The friendly staff is always there to help and give beta and advice when prompted to. Have fun and stay safe when climbing

Moose North

Great place. Would be nice if there was harness climbing.

Paul Jacques

I have been a member for about a year, very clean bouldering gym. Bright and clean, with frequent set changes. Would highly recommend!

c b

The kids had a great time here

Amedeo Gentile

Great fun for the whole family

Mike Adamski

Awesome gym in a great location.

Andrew Cabral

Haven't been inside but from widow and the people claim looks like it uld be some fun