Meet Your New Fitness Obsession: 5 Climbing Gyms To Try In Metro Manila

If you've been craving a workout that actually feels like an adventure, consider this your sign to try climbing. Bouldering and rock climbing have become the new "it" fitness hobby—equal parts full-body workout, brain teaser, and social hang. And the best part? You don't need to be an athlete to start. 🤭

Metro Manila now has a growing lineup of beginner-friendly gyms where you can learn the ropes (literally), build strength, and surprise yourself with just how far you can go. Whether you're hunting for a new weekend routine or simply want to change up your fitness routine, these spots are perfect for you.

Climbing gyms are built for two main sports: rock climbing and bouldering. Rock climbing uses taller walls with ropes and harnesses, letting you climb higher while a belayer supports you from the ground to prevent injury. Professionals also do rock climbing in actual mountains.

Bouldering, on the other hand, takes place on shorter, artificial walls without ropes. Every route in bouldering is called a "problem" because you're solving a sequence of moves rather than simply going up. It usually demands explosive strength, coordination, and quick decision-making.

Both sports follow a grading system that tells you how difficult a climb is. In bouldering, you'll often see grades like V0, V1, V2, up to V5 and higher. The V-scale starts at V0 for the easiest problems.

If you want to explore the world of rock climbing and bouldering, here are five climbing gyms you can visit in Metro Manila:

Location: Unit 02, The Portal, Mayflower Street,, Greenfield District, Mandaluyong City 

Climb Central Manila is one of the biggest indoor climbing facilities in Metro Manila, offering both rock climbing and bouldering. They also have a dedicated warm-up area stocked with upper-body equipment you can use before climbing! 

The gym is open from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays, and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekends. They offer four types of entry passes depending on what you need. Set A is the most basic option, which includes an Adult Day Pass plus essential gear like a harness for belaying and climbing shoes. All first-timers are required to attend a mandatory safety briefing before climbing. Additional rates and pass options are available on their official website.

Climb Central also offers a beginner-friendly climbing program—no experience needed! For ages 18 and above, the rate is P4,400 per session for up to four people. It's a guided session with instructors who'll walk you through the basics, teach you proper techniques, and help you feel more confident on the wall.

Location: Space 301-304 Entertainment Mall J. W. Diokno Boulevard, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City 

Boulder World is a more compact facility compared to others on the list, but it does cater to everyone from beginners to seasoned climbers. One of the best perks? Their long-term passes are also valid at Climb Central Manila, giving you the freedom to climb wherever it's most convenient.

First-timer rates start at P850 for a day pass, which already includes rental shoes. They also offer Membership Passes beginning at P3,900 for one month and going up to P17,550 for six months.

Location: Festival Mall Expansion Festival Supermall, Filinvest Corporate City, Muntinlupa

For Southies, there's no need for a long commute just to experience climbing. Power Up Climb is a rock climbing gym located inside Festival Mall in Alabang. Tip: Make sure to bring a friend for assistance, because as of writing, the gym doesn't have an auto-belay system. But you can avail a Belay Service for P200. They also have a Kilter Board for training and leveling up your skills in bouldering. 

Power Up Climb follows mall hours and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Rates start at P800 for an all-day pass, which includes gear and belay training. They also offer a 10+3 multi-pass for P6,000 which is sharable and valid for two months.

Power Up Climb also has branches in Diliman, Centro Cubao, and ROX BGC.

Location: Circuit Makati, Ayala Malls, Upper Ground Level, Circuit Lane, Makati City

Fun fact: Bouldering Hive's gym orientation really does look like a beehive! Both their Circuit Makati and Greenhills branches are dedicated to bouldering—and yes, it’s basically one big puzzle waiting to be solved. To help manage the flow of climbers and make sure everyone enjoys their session, they use a booking system for "Guaranteed Entry" on their website. You simply pick your preferred date and timeslot instead of doing walk-ins.

A Day Pass with rental shoes starts at P800 and is valid for 14 days from your first booking, but covers only one session. They also offer Bhive Workshops, with rates ranging from P400 to P1,100—perfect for those who want guided practice and skill-building.

Location: 6th Floor Ortigas Technopoint One #1 Julia Vargas Avenue, Ugong, Pasig

If you're still unsure whether rock climbing is the hobby for you, Edge Climb Gym at the Upper Deck Sports Center is the perfect place to test the waters. They offer trial climbs for just P250, so you can get a feel for the walls without committing right away. If you're up for more after that, you can go for their All-In Set at P800, which includes a gym pass, rental shoes, a harness, and belay service.

The gym is open from Tuesdays to Sundays, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome, and they also offer free parking for three hours if you're bringing your own car. Bonus: The facility is pet-friendly, too!