Philadelphia Rock Gyms - Wyncote

I’ve been climbing here for 8 years. Love the place. Management and staff come and go but for the most part they are great and want to keep everyone safe. Come climb with me!

Came here for date night with a Groupon and had a blast. The staff explained everything quickly and ensured we were comfortable with the equipment then let us climb. The walls were all pretty challenging for a beginner. The East Falls location has a better variety of courses but this was a fun activity.

Challenging and fun. This gym is great as a group team building outing or a solo hobby pursuit. I came here on an Intro to Climbing package and I ended up getting a membership because I loved it so much. Your two week trial allows you to visit and get a quick lesson on bouldering and top rope (two separate days) for $45. If you sign up for a monthly membership that same day, the $45 goes towards your first month of climbing and you get rental equipment. The wall grips change once a month, which keeps it fresh and challenging. I can’t wait to take some of their climbing classes on hand and foot placement for bouldering. Everyone here is so friendly and helpful. The staff even wished me a happy birthday twice when I came in the day before and the day after my birthday when I checked in. Every single one of the staff members are always willing to answer questions and help. If you are thinking of trying this and are on the fence, just do it! I absolutely love this gym and I know you will too. Happy climbing!

I recently visited Philadelphia Rock Gyms - Wyncote, and while it was an overall fine experience, there were a few things that stood out, especially based on feedback from my more seasoned rock-climber friends. Firstly, my friends, who are avid climbers, weren't overly impressed with the gym. One thing they pointed out was the rental shoes, which apparently aren't the best for more complex climbs. So, if you're looking to tackle more challenging routes, the shoes might hold you back. The gym uses taped routes which caused some confusion for us at times. It wasn't always clear which path to follow, and this added a layer of frustration to the climb. Another thing my friends mentioned was that some of the routes had pieces that were heavily chalked up, meaning that they weren't cleaned or updated frequently. From my perspective as someone new to climbing, the experience was decent. However, for more serious climbers, there might be better gyms out there that offer clearer routes and more well-maintained equipment. All in all, it's not a bad spot, but it could benefit from some improvements in terms of modernization and upkeep.

I'm fairly new to rock climbing. My husband and I go here to boulder, and we love it. The routes change often and they are challenging and fun. Staff is super friendly and supportive, as are fellow climbers. So glad it's here.