Arcadia Rock Climbing

305 N Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006, USA

Address:	305 N Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006, USA
Phone:	+1 626-294-9111
Site:	arcadiarockclimbing.com
Rating:	3.8
Working:	10AM–10PM 10AM–10PM 10AM–10PM 10AM–10PM 10AM–8PM 10AM–7PM 10AM–7PM

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Reviews 16

Ms. Sun

I finally made my way back here (I live 30+ miles away now) and was treated so badly that Im actually considering filing a complaint with the Better Business Bureau (Im kind of contemplating about suing ARC too, but I think I have better things to do than to waste any more of my time on this place). I was the first person in on a Sunday. As I handed my 10-visit punch card to the front desk, I was informed that the card was not valid any more. Ok, there were five visits left on the card, worth $55 total (I paid $110 for a 10-visit pass), and there was NO EXPIRATION DATE written anywhere on the card. The front desk person was feeling charitable and decided to "let me in just this once." Well, that will be last $55 ARC ever sees from me. I sat down at the sofa to put on my climbing shoes and a projectile smacked me squarely in the back, right on my spine (I have a bruise from it). A guy, who appeared to be setting routes, decided to start throwing things before looking to see if there were people around. After mumbling a half-hearted apology, he exclaimed, "its just a roll of tape!" Right, I dont think that bruise on my back cares that it was a roll of tape (it still stings when I move). I was so upset at that point (knowing that Im out $55 for a gym I dont even like that much to start with and my back hurting), that I only managed to try couple routes before taking off. If my review is not enough to turn you away from this place, keep the following in mind when you visit: 1) do NOT give ARC any money upfront, for any reason, you may never see it again; 2) watch for projectiles coming your way, a roll of tape may seem harmless (although my spine would disagree), but Id hate to see a hex wrench stab you in the eye during your visit; 3) practice holding your breath, the place stinks to high heaven; 4) be prepared for a heat-stroke, there is no air conditioning at this place.

Anonymous User

They dont have much stuff for roped climbing, and if they do, usually its being used for bouldering. But thats okay because thats what the place is really the best for anyway. Really good local crowd that comes all the time, friendly people. And google maps has the address wrong, its actually 305 NORTH Santa Anita, not south, so its at the corner of santa anita and w st josephs st according to the map. Its right next to Natural Selection, which has great healthy food and smoothies, and whos owner marcos is usually next door climbing when he isnt working. So check them both out, cause they are awesome! Oh and if youre a student, be sure to get their monthly rate, its a really good deal. And they have ladies night every 2nd and 3rd wednesday of the month, where women climb free from 5-10pm so be sure to come by!

Patrick Kiernan

I have done quite a bit of indoor climbing at some great gyms in the Seattle area and ARC is now the closest gym to where I live in LA. It was a very relaxed and laid back place with couches and benches in the center of the room and the two garage end doors open to the Cali sunshine. The breeze and the fans made it feel a little like being outside. They have some good variation in routes, but fewer vertical routes and more overhanging than Id like. Some of the holds are loose and the marks are coming off. I also didnt like the fact that there were only limited mats so you had to preposition one under your climb prior to trying something challenging. It was reasonable and friendly and big enough to keep me occupied every once in awhile, but it is certainly not the best climbing gym I have seen.

Theresa

This is a very nice gym to go to when you got nothing on your hands. They are very friendly and the people that go there are like a community. If you cant pass a certain climb they got your back. There are things like summer camps for young ones who are interested in climbing and for a day pass it is $10. I hope this helped and I hope you will consider trying it!

Emanuel Gutierrez

awesome place had a great time with my 5 year old son and my 11 year old daughter. Great staff , we will definitely be coming back.Thx again to instructor Brandon my family and I had a great time.

Anonymous User

The staff was nice but that was about it. The place is old and in need of great change. The routes will get you hurt and the holds might give you an infection!

Aaron Quezada

nice boulder routes, padded floor, crash pads are super thick and there are more than enough, relax environment, friendly service from Kevin. good music btw.

Talon Z

I have been to this gym several times and I love it. The staff are friendly, I love the crowd, and even though there isnt AC, the place is well ventilated.

Christian Victoria

Good if youre doing rock climbing for first time, but there are better gym. Service is very good, most of walls are not so high.

jon bushey

Great been there multiple times so amazing and fun. Staff members so nice and social you should go check it out

ameera abdelaziz

Dingy but with a solid community and good setting. It gets hot and the holds are slippery.

Araz Marachelian

Had a birthday party here and the kids had a blast. No ac but plenty of fans

Hock

Great place and staff. Great for kids party too.

Matthew Pineda

Very friendly staff, great problems.