Bouldering Project - Minneapolis — Attraction in Minneapolis

As a regular member, I can confidently say that this place is a haven for those seeking thrilling challenges.

As an individual who is afraid of heights/falling. MBP have these high-quality mats, you're free to focus on scaling new heights, knowing a soft landing awaits you every time.

However, what truly sets this gym apart is its staff and the incredible sense of community that permeates the air. The staff members here are more than just instructors or guides; they are passionate climbers themselves who embody the essence of the sport. Approachable, knowledgeable, and eager to see you thrive, they're more than happy to offer their expertise, help fine-tune your technique, and inspire you to reach new heights.

Within the gym’s walls lies a vibrant community of climbers who share a common love for bouldering. It's a place where people from all walks of life come together, leaving their differences at the door, as bouldering enthusiasts bond over their shared passion. Ranging from beginners to seasoned pros, this community offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for climbers of all skill levels to flourish.

More than just an excellent location to climb, our gym fosters connections and friendships that go beyond the walls. It's genuinely awe-inspiring to witness the camaraderie that unfolds here. Whether it's cheering each other on during a challenging climb or exchanging tips and tricks, the support within this community is unparalleled. Strangers quickly become friends, sharing triumphs, failures, and everything in between.

MBP goes above and beyond to create a sense of belonging and foster an incredible community spirit. From organized social events to friendly competitions, there are numerous opportunities to connect with fellow climbers, celebrate achievements, and motivate each other towards greater feats. It's moments like these that truly make this gym feel like a second home.

A bouldering gym with world-class mats, a dedicated staff, and a remarkable community is a rare gem. MBP not only provides the best possible safety measures but also encourages you to challenge yourself fearlessly. With its experienced, caring staff and a tight-knit community that embraces all climbers, this gym leaves an indelible mark on your heart. Embark on a thrilling bouldering adventure and let yourself be inspired within this...

Been climbing here for a year now so I feel its a good time to give a review!

This is genuinely the most inclusive/supportive gym I have ever been to. the staff and people are always extremely kind, compassionate, and helpful. it feels extremely welcoming. they always have lots of fun events going on to include the community and fun ways to further your climbing skills such as couching. i personally feel the monthly membership price is somewhat understandable given the wide variety of activities (yoga, sauna, gym, coworking spaces, merch, and other retail items). I even got my new (expensive) pair of shoes through the gym at a discount which genuinely made my year!!

the reason I can't give a 5 star is due to what i feel is repetitive route setting. given routes are set based off color I understand how it may restrict the variety of settings within a certain color can be done. routes tend to become very predictable which i've come to see as both an upside and a downside. if i need to work on finger strength ill go climb a black, if I need to work on slopers i can maybe find a decent variety of green/purples with different slopers. my issue becomes when it doesn't feel like i can improve due to the color grading system. ive gotten strong at certain slopers but can't even start a pink sloper because its halfway up the wall. it doesn't feel very supportive in growth in that aspect. i tend to get bored after a certain period of time because i did everything in a certain color but feel like im hitting a wall on another. its both beneficial but also discouraging depending upon my mood lol

id love to see more of a variety in routes/holds but in a gym that is mainly color grade based: its difficult. i still love this place and the community despite this drawback. i love coming here and working on a specific color/grade to try and improve but i may go elsewhere when i'm frustrated and need to feel like i'm having fun again.

despite the fault: truly a great community and gym. i am very grateful to have been introduced to...

Did the 3 month promotional membership.

The good: facility is large, tons of climbing space, good lockers, decent rotation on the holds. The hours are great compared to the rest of the Twin Cities climbing gyms. The value is decent for the area as well.

The bad: gym area is in bad disrepair, benches are just unusable, everything is dirty and grimey, it is always busier than other climbing gyms I’ve gone to, parking can be very difficult, they cater heavily to these “parkour” style of holds on the lower levels of beginner routes (i.e. tends not to be beginner friendly). A good chunk of the holds have clearly not been scrubbed in quite some time as they are covered in grime. Rental shoes were absolute garbage, I get rental shoes are rental shoes but these are the worst I’ve ever dealt with.

When we did the promotional 3 month membership it suddenly ended suddenly and before we were anticipating.

I’ve climbed in about 10 different gyms when traveling, was a member of the Austin Bouldering Project for a year and was expecting something similar to that up here but got something that felt like a more poorly managed, dirtier, and kind of beat up.

TL;DR-good gym for moderate/beginner climbers. Totally recommend going in the early mornings it’s the only time it’s not completely stuffed with people just laying on the mat.

Edit: the manager reached out and was very kind and helpful in helping resolve a few of my grievances here, and a plan is being put in place for other ones. Happy to see how well the management responded and updating from a 2...