The Rock Club — Attraction in City of New Rochelle

Great time here at the Rock Club.

Purchased a Groupon and decided to visit on a Friday morning. Called ahead and the front desk staff were very quick in getting back to me to confirm that a belayer was available at that time. They also confirmed the Groupon over the phone. I went ahead and completed the required waiver forms online prior to our visit.

Adequate parking was available at that time. The Rock Club (downstairs) shares its space with a with a tennis club, so make sure you follow the ramp down toward the Rock Club entrance and NOT the stairs whih leads to the tennis club.

We arrived at around 10am and it was fairly empty. The Rock Club staff explained the process and set us up with climbing shoes.

We were then introduced to our belayer who was awesome. Over the next hour, we tried climbs ranging in difficulty. The wall heights range from about 35-40 feet and the peg placement and wall angles vary throughout the climbs, making some more difficult than others. We even had some time to try some bouldering. Our belayer was great at explaining techniques and technical terms. She was very patient and very encouraging...though not "pushy" at all.

After we finished, the staff was nice enough to show us around to see what else was available at the facility: childrens area, common areas, training rooms and weight rooms.

May go without saying...wear comfy clothes. As a regular gym-goer, but someone who has NOT climbed before, this was a welcomed challenge. Certain muscles, particularly the forearms and core, may not be part of the typical gym regimen...but are very important in climbing...that being said, I was definitely feeling it the next day.

Overall we had a great experience at the Rock Club. We will deinifitely look into other classes.

Kudos to all the staff...

I've been going here for three years. The walls are a little outdated and grading can be pretty varied, but it's a fantastic gym.

The top rope is fantastic, and I believe it better than several of the other gyms in the nearby area. There are walls of varying height, with hugely varied geometry, including a massive arch for lead climbing. I don't lead climb, but the top rope routes are always fun.

The bouldering isn't fantastic, but there is a large variety of climbs in whatever wall surface area there is. There are two small slab walls and a significant portion of the rest of the walls are large overhangs. They grade by a color system, with each grade being a range of V-rating (example- purple tape can range from v0-v2). If you don't think too hard about the rating system, you will enjoy many of the routes that are set.

The staff is very friendly and create a comfortable atmosphere to make you feel welcome and at home.

While I occasionally check out other gyms in the area if I feel like mixing it up a bit, and have friends that go elsewhere, I keep coming back here and is the only place I've been a member.

I can see myself going here for many...

I’ve been climbing at The Rock Club for a few weeks now, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience! From the moment I walked in, the entire team was incredibly kind and welcoming. One of the things I love most about this gym is the amazing community—everyone is so friendly, helpful, and fun.

I’ve taken two classes so far—the belay class and the bouldering intro class—and both were led by fantastic instructors who were not only highly skilled but also super engaging and attentive. They made sure all our questions were answered and created a really positive learning environment.

The energy at the gym is always uplifting, and there are so many great resources available, from climbing to yoga classes (which I haven’t tried yet but love having the option). The gym itself is top-notch, with everything you need to challenge yourself and grow in the sport.

Even though I have a half-hour drive each way, I genuinely don’t mind because The Rock Club has quickly become my happy place. I’m so excited to be a part of this community, and I can’t wait to keep climbing and learning here.

Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a supportive and fun...