Benchmark Climbing — Attraction in Berkeley

Awesome staff and facility. There's a wide range of walls and difficulty levels and the staff are excellent and encouraging trainers. Lena gave me an amazing first-time experience in her tutorial - how to fall safely, how to climb, and she had endless practical and professional advice with a wonderful attitude. They really give newcomers new confidence in the sport. The gym also has a weight room, exercise equipment, washroom, merchandise, and several drinks and snacks. By the end of the first day I was seriously considering membership - what a great place for...

I was a member for almost 2 years but had to end my membership as I moved to SoCal. I love the gym facility, the quality of holds, and the fun yet challenging routes. Desk staff are very personable, and involved with the gym community. Desk staff themselves climb and Management shows a true commitment to fostering love for the sport. They host tournaments throughout the year and top level climbers frequent this gym so a cherry on top for anyone looking to learn from other climbers...

I visited this gym from out of town and had a great time. Came during a weekday morning and it was very quiet. The routes were challenging, even the 0s, 1s, and 2s. Most of the walls are tilted and there are several overhangs. The day pass is expensive, but the value for the excellent facility and comfortable atmosphere made it worth it. Free parking was a major perk. Wish I could've come for a beginner class, but as an entry level climber, I still got a lot of value from my...