Best climbing walls in Indianapolis: find options near you

This was so FUN to do. If you want to Conquer your fear of heights this is the place to do it. It was definitely a full workout. The space is great… alot of variety. It is definitely a fun outing for ALL age groups.

The staff was very nice and accommodating.

This gym is a bucket-list must for any enthusiastic climber!

Their huge, inverse bouldering tower with a sponge pit below is one of a kind…and SO much fun!!!

I live out of state, and I will be coming back to this gym.

As someone new to the whole climbing experience this was the best gym we have visited. My wife and I are very much beginners and have been trying different place to climb. Hoosier Heights is by far the best overall experience. The staff was very friendly and helpful, the video was supper informative for a beginner, and the facilities were awesome. There is plenty of diversity and we felt like there was a lot we didn’t get to try in just one visit. We will be back to explore more!!

What a great space! We were taking a trip with her to New York City for her 13th birthday and went to Indy the afternoon before our early morning g flight. Our daughter is just starting to get more interested in climbing. We wanted to give her an authentic climbing gym experience, and this location was perfect. Very friendly staff with easy orientation and lots of options to climb.

This place is absolutely awesome. I came with my three boys (ages nine, seven, and four) and everyone was extremely friendly. The girl at the front desk got us checked in and watching the intro video within five minutes of walking in. We had shoes and gear within 10. It was very efficient. The walls are amazing and are better than just about any climbing gym I’ve ever seen. There was constant Bob Marley playing at just the right volume and we had an absolutely amazing time. We will 100% be back.

Very kid friendly, for both my 4.5 year old and 8 year old. Appreciate the kid’s club and team options and all the safety training. Great after school activity for those who aren’t into team sports or need to get energy out without competition.

This is an absolute must do if you’re anywhere near a location. We had never climbed before, they got us in an orientation, got us gear and it was all included in 1 price. Extremely helpful and within minutes everyone was climbing. Very cool and will definitely be back!!!

The location was easy to find and has ample parking. The staff were helpful, knowledgeable, professional and answered any questions that we had for our first time of rocking climbing. Staff trained us thoroughly. There was a nice variety of climbing walls for free climb without ropes, rope climb with a partner to take up your slack and auto climbs were a machine took up your slack. They accommodate birthday parties. Also, they have snacks to purchase. You can rent your climbing gear there or bring your own! I would definitely recommend it! I just wish I had more upper body strength. Ha ha!

We brought our family of six including our 15 year old, 12-year-old, 5 year old, and 3-year-old. We all had a great time! The staff was so helpful in giving us instructions, and they were so patient and kind in getting our tiniest one into her tiny harness. The only problem is the smallest shoe size is 11 youth. So our 3-year-old didn’t fit the shoes they had.

We had a great time and will definitely come back!

Dirty, dusty, dingy, trash around everywhere. No lighting. Employees ignoring us, didn’t show us how to use harnesses safely or at all. Just horrible. Won’t be back. I’ll go back to hoosier heights.

It’s nothing this place did, cause they didn’t do anything. Kids said the best part was the Foosball table.

Great place to take the kids and get an introduction to climbing. The staff is knowledgeable and helped us learn, faculty is clean and nice. Great value for the price but I do wish there was a bit more to do inside the facility as far as climbing options. It can fill up witn people fast

This was my first time rock climbing, and Climb Time Indy was a fantastic place to start. They made the challenge of rock climbing seem easy and non-threatening. They give you a training lesson before you start, and they explain the different courses and challenges available. My nephew, who is 6, was able to jump right in and try almost every climb they have. And for myself, someone in half decent shape, the climbs were still a solid work out. I love it. They have a ton of different challenges available. We were there for almost three hours and could have kept going if we weren’t so tired! We will definitely be back.

Great atmosphere, great people! We liked it so much we went back a few days later. The staff is really patient and good at explaining. I only wish they had more automatic ropes but still, Greer for the family!
Some of the climbing paths are easy enough for nearly anyone.
An hour is plenty of time at once.

Super friendly staff willing to help you at the front desk and out on the climbing floor. Great climbing options for adults and small children. Strong family feel both in the patrons and staff. Climbing equipment for sale up front. Twice a week Kids Club is well attended.

Not only are the routes incredible, but the staff is super helpful, and the gym is massive. Everything is thoughtfully designed down to the smallest detail—handwashing station next to the bouldering wall, tape and a first aid shelf nearby, phone stands for filming your climbs, and free tampons in the restroom. I absolutely love this place!

North Mass Boulder is more than just a climbing gym—it’s a dynamic space that caters to a variety of fitness and lifestyle needs. Whether you’re looking for an engaging workout, a place to study, or a welcoming community, this facility has something for everyone.

For fitness enthusiasts, North Mass Boulder offers a range of workout classes, including options for families, making it a great place for people of all ages and skill levels. The bouldering terrain varies in difficulty, providing a fun and challenging experience for both beginners and seasoned climbers.

College students and remote workers will appreciate the upstairs private area, perfect for studying or getting work done in a focused environment. Plus, the healthy café and bar, featuring rotating local beer taps, make it easy to refuel after a session. The Top Out Café serves up nutritious and delicious food, adding to the gym’s well-rounded experience.

With its combination of fitness, community, and convenience, North Mass Boulder offers an innovative and enjoyable way to stay active. Whether you’re climbing, working out, or simply unwinding in the lounge, this space is designed to inspire and energize.

Highly recommend!

This is probably the best overall bouldering gym I’ve been to.
The staff was friendly
the facility was clean
The routes were varied, creative and fun

On top of that they have a large cardio section, a nice weightlifting area, and a large clean bathroom.

Highly recommend checking this place out

I have been going to North Mass Boulder ever since it opened. The bouldering routes are both fun and challenging. In my experience, the general atmosphere/culture is very welcoming and all the staff are friendly. I never enjoyed group fitness classes in the past, but thought I would give North Mass classes a try and now I’m hooked! The wide variety of fitness and yoga classes available is so nice. Shout out to Jordyn Dorsey! Her Strength & Conditioning classes are my favorite!

The place to boulder if you want to meet people. There is a ton of people every weekday evening and still a lot of people during the weekend as well. The membership is slightly expensive ($75/month), but if you attend the yoga and dance classes like me, it is so worth it.

Update (4/22/2024): Always a good place to attend the events. There were probably 300+ people climbing and talking.

Fun place to be with decent facilities, but some of the staff is rude and dismissive. For claiming to be a place that is welcoming to all, some team members seem openly annoyed with concerns and can treat members like inconveniences.

I sent an email outlining some concerns and the reply was littered with harmful rhetoric, bordering on Ableism and Classism. It’s the best space of its kind in the area, but the ethos seems to only be skin deep in certain cases.

You’ll have a blast if you keep to yourself, bring your own towel, and don’t bother the staff. Happy climbing!

Edited to add: Christian (glasses, long hair) is an excellent employee; so genuinely kind and engaging! Thanks, Christian!

It was my first time rock climbing and I loved it! There was so many courses to choose from. The atmosphere in there is amazing and it feels clean. The staff is really nice.

I stoped at this gym on the way to and from a work trip. It was an amazing experience!! The climbing/setting is amazing and the people that visit this gym are even better. I would highly recommend anyone to visit this gym even if you’ve never climbed before. They even had several auto belays so you don’t have to go with a partner.
11/10 would recommend!!!!

I was here because I had to go to the airport to pick someone up, and I found this gym nearby while I was waiting so I decided to come here for a few hours before the plane landed. The staff were super nice and they helped me out a lot with any questions I had. I did not take the test to do belay as I was mainly there for bouldering, but I remembered how to do the figure 8 follow through knot and a staff member belayed me on a wall when they weren’t as busy. They don’t have as many auto belays, but they had plenty to do if you don’t want to mainly rope climb. Everything was laid out nice and I spent hours having fun here and practicing. The grading system was really good and I like that they gather input from climbers on the grade. They also have a good selection of snacks there. Overall, I really want to come back to this gym in the future and I had a great time here. Nice people and gym.

My boyfriend and I went to this gym while in town for work. We were met by very friendly staff who showed us around and explained the grading systems for the walls. What really set this gym apart was their employees. A huge shout out to Susan who took an hour of her time to help belay both of us. She provided feedback and advice, while also teaching us about belaying. Not only did we get to try more walls because she helped belay us, but her sense of humor was incredible. Not only did we have an amazing experience because of her, but got some entertainment along with encouragement. Would highly recommend this gym to all climbers, beginners and advanced. Furthermore, would recommend saying hi to Susan, as she was amazing and really made our time at the gym very enjoyable.

Let’s just say – Susan, Susan, Susan – you made this experience with our granddaughters the absolute best! Everyone there was super nice. Susan got the girls excited and had them all over the place in that gym. Never pushing but encouraging enough to try something harder. Always safety first and I could tell Susan’s progression of what they were climbing matched their ability. The girls loved it! Thank you.

This is my favorite climbing gym. The staff and environment is always very relaxed and super friendly. Their grading is always on point, and they have plenty of top rope and lead routes for first time climbers to advanced. They also have a super fun boulder wall, and auto belays. This is also a great place to bring your kids if they are looking for a new hobby. Highly recommend.

Went here for a lock in overnight, I have never been to a climbing gym prior and Epic made it a great experience!!! Everyone was kind and helpful. We were supervised by John and he was phenomenal! Extremely knowledgeable and willing to help with anything and answer any and all questions. I had a great time and will be back in the future!!!

We recently had our daughters 10th birthday party here, and it was a huge success! All of the staff were kind and helpful. The party room was awesome and the fees were very reasonable. What a gem!

This gym offers a comprehensive range of amenities to meet all your fitness and relaxation needs. From state-of-the-art machines and a fully equipped weight area to a soothing sauna, refreshing pool, and steam room, every detail is designed for your comfort. Enjoy engaging classes, dedicated locker rooms, and clean showers, all crafted to provide a complete wellness experience.

I love Lifetime gym! The ammeties are great and you can do just about anything you can think of for heath and wellness. It’s been a wonderful club for getting healthy and even having just relaxing “spa days”!

The lifetime I normally go to is under remodel. And let me start off by saying the staff at both are great always kind and on it. But I’m about ready to cancel and move on. The gym is strangely organized. But I can deal with that. But why do you have a class on Friday mornings with a handful of people in the middle of the gym. Its called Alpha and the only thing Alpha about it is the extremely loud instructor. I get classes but why don’t they have over the ear heaphones for the instructor to talk to them. I’m not the only one who is irritated by it, just have a staff member walk around and ask during it like I did. I’ll also say that the class in the treadmill area isn’t like that, its not as loud and its softened by the walls. You would think the large classroom would be big enough to run a line of squat racks down it for the class. Unfortunately for us who have jobs that start at certain times we can’t change to accomodate. So leaving is likely the only option.

Best selection of machines I’ve seen compared to most Lifetime locations. This location is a little dated in some regards, but overall a great location.

There is no massive open area upstairs like most locations, but instead that area is full of equipment and machines. I like how they utilized the space to accommodate more strength training. Well maintained equipment and good experience overall.

** Update** Of the last 6 weeks the lap pool has been more closed than open. On Monday June 30th they closed the lap pool at 8:45am because it had no chlorine and they were out of shock. At this point, it’s pure neglect, fraud and incompetence.
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he lap pool has now been closed for over 2 weeks and it’s not even posted on the app or any notifications at all. When asked when it will be repaired, the answer I got was, “As soon as possible”, but no indication of how long that will be. The lap pool is the ONLY reason I’m a member here. Since new management took over about a year ago it has been downhill overall. I’d love to hear from SOMEONE about recent shortcomings in service overall. I won’t hold my breath though. Maybe it’s time to replace the new general manager with one that actually shows up and cares about the club and members.

I used to love this place as its the perfect location to where I live. I was going back in 2016 and lost a ton of weight here, loved it as it was 24/7 as well and I was paying $60 a month but left as I wasnt close anymore.

I joined again in Oct. 2024 at $99 a month and was happy enough, it wasnt 24/7 anymore and the basketball courts were gone for pickleball courts, which was a bummer. I added my wife to my account, but eventually she couldnt go. I asked back in may/early june about removing her and they stated I would be put at $110 a month so it would be cheaper for both if she stayed, i confirmed with her and asked about it again about 3 weeks later and now the price was at $120/mo.

It got me thinking that for what I use there, im just not using enough to justify this price and my insurance will discount other Gyms in the area. Its a real shame cause this place has helped change my life with weightloss twice in my life, but these price increases and reduced availability has soured the experience.

By far the most I’ve spent on a gym membership, only went here for the amenities. They’re all good but you could drive 10 minutes towards Carmel and pay half the price for the same stuff. Still a great gym though, they have a lot of exclusive features for their gym. I give them that, overall good!