Ever felt like telling gravity to take a hike? Well, at Blocworks Bouldering Gym in Edmond, Oklahoma, you can do just that – minus the hike, of course. This indoor climbing paradise is where the floor is lava, and the walls are your playground. It’s the place where “hanging out” takes on a whole new meaning.
Not Your Average Gym
Forget treadmills and weight machines. At Blocworks, the main workout equipment is, well, blocks. Big, colorful blocks stuck to walls at odd angles, daring you to climb them. It’s like a giant 3D puzzle, except you’re the puzzle piece trying to fit in. And the best part? No ropes, no harnesses – just you, the wall, and a very soft floor for when gravity remembers its job.
Membership Perks: More Than Just Climbing
For $60 a month, you get more than just the right to defy gravity. You get to be part of a community that thinks vertical is the new horizontal. Members enjoy perks like early morning climbing sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 10 AM. It’s perfect for those who like to start their day by literally climbing the walls.
But wait, there’s more! Members get a daily free pass for a first-time guest. It’s like having a superpower – the ability to introduce friends to the joys of voluntary falling. And let’s not forget the 10% discount on everything in the retail shop. Because after all that climbing, you’ll probably need new shoes. Or a new shirt. Or both.
For the Commitment-Phobes
Not ready to tie the knot with Blocworks? No worries. They offer a two-week trial for just $35. It’s like dating the gym before you decide to go steady. This trial includes all the member perks, rental shoes (because your regular sneakers just won’t cut it), and even a 90-minute “start climbing” class. It’s optional but highly recommended unless you’re part spider.
Day Passes: For When You Just Can’t Commit
For the true commitment-phobes, there’s always the day pass option. At $16.50, it’s cheaper than therapy and probably more effective. You can come and go as you please, perfect for those who like to mix their climbing with a bit of real-world action. And if you’re feeling fancy, throw in rental shoes for $22. It’s like renting superpowers for a day.
The Punch Pass: For the Occasional Climber
If you’re somewhere between “I climb once in a blue moon” and “I live on these walls,” the punch pass might be your jam. For $88, you get five visits, including shoe rentals. It’s like buying four visits and getting one free. Math has never been so fun!
Annual Pass: For the True Believers
There’s the annual pass for those who’ve drunk the climbing Kool-Aid and want to mainline it. At $550, it’s a steal. You save $200 compared to paying monthly, which is enough for… well, more climbing gear, obviously. It’s perfect for those who’ve decided that ground-level living is overrated.
More Than Just a Gym
Blocworks isn’t just about climbing. It’s a “home away from home” for people who want to move, connect, and occasionally hang upside down. They’ve got co-working spaces for when you need to pretend to work between climbs, fitness equipment for those weird muscles that climbing doesn’t cover, and outdoor patios for when you need to remember what the sun looks like.
The Blocworks Community
The real magic of Blocworks isn’t in the walls or the colorful holds. It’s in the people. It’s a place where beginners and experts mingle, where the only competition is with yourself (and maybe that tricky corner route that’s been taunting you for weeks). It’s where you’ll cheer for complete strangers as they finally conquer that boulder problem they’ve been working on for days.
A Word of Warning
If you’re planning a visit on a Thursday, be prepared for a bit of a shake-up. The route setters at the Edmond gym are busy creating new challenges until 4 PM. It’s like watching a caterpillar turn into a butterfly, except louder and with more power tools. Some find it fascinating. Others might find it a bit noisy. Plan accordingly unless you enjoy climbing to the sweet sound of drills and falling holds.
Blocworks is more than just a gym. It’s a vertical playground, a social hub, and a place where the laws of physics are more like guidelines. Whether you’re a seasoned climber or someone who gets winded going up a flight of stairs, Blocworks has something for you. Remember, in the bouldering world, falling is just another way of saying, “I’m learning.” So come down to Blocworks, where the chalk is plentiful, the problems are colorful, and gravity is just a suggestion.
Sources: climbblocworks.com, Blocworks Instagram Page
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