Gym session reservations are now available for FA members as well as 10-Pass holders, Day Pass visitors, and member guests.
Starting Monday June 7th – Reservations are no longer required for Chicago Bouldering Gyms (Block 37, Humboldt Park, and Uptown).
Starting Wednesday June 9th – Reservations are no longer required for Avondale.
Keeping our community healthy and climbing strong is our top priority. Please continue to follow our Health and Wellness Standards.
Here’s what you need to know about reserving a climbing session or workout at all locations:
Want to bring a guest? Click here to complete the Member Guest Reservation Form. Form submissions must be submitted 48 hours in advance so we have time to process them. If you’d like to make a reservation for a guest within 48 hours, please call us at 773-564-9815.
Daytime Members booking a session at peak times: grab your Daytime Member Day Pass here.
Questions? Having issues registering? Give us a call at 773-564-9815.
A limited number of gym sessions are available to Session Pass and 10-Pass visitors. Advance registration is required – please be sure to register by following the directions below.
Keeping our community healthy and climbing strong is our top priority. Please click below to review our Health and Wellness Standards prior to your visit so you know what to expect – you are required to abide by these standards at all times while at the facility.
Most importantly, wear a face covering at all times, wash or sanitize your hands frequently, and practice social distancing while at First Ascent.
Out of State Visitors: Your visit must comply with the City of Chicago’s Emergency Travel Order. If applicable, please bring a written copy of a negative COVID-19 test within the last 72 hours with you when visiting.
You must sign a waiver before climbing, spectating, or participating in other activities at First Ascent – no exceptions. If you are under the age of 18, you must have a parent or legal guardian complete the waiver.
Signing a waiver also creates an account for you in our system. Make sure to remember your user name and password for Step 3.
Already signed a waiver? Move on to Step 3.
Here’s what you need to know about reserving a climbing session or workout:
Reserve your session on the schedule below. You’ll need your account user name and password to register.
Having trouble registering? Looking to reserve for multiple people? Give us a call at 773-564-9815.
*Under 18 or valid Student ID required
A la cart options also available:
Shoes $6
Harness $5
Chalk bag $2
Belay Device $2
* Under 18 or valid Student ID required
*Under 18 or valid Student ID required
A la cart options also available:
Shoes $6
Chalk bag $2
* Under 18 or valid Student ID required
*Under 18 or valid Student ID required
A la cart options also available:
Shoes $6
Chalk bag $2
* Under 18 or valid Student ID required
*Under 18 or valid Student ID required
A la cart options also available:
Shoes $6
Chalk bag $2
* Under 18 or valid Student ID required
Health Declaration: I affirm that I am not experiencing any of the symptoms of COVID-19 (cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, muscle pain, sore throat, new loss of taste or smell, or gastrointestinal issues), and to my knowledge, I have not had close contact (spending 15 or more minutes) with anyone diagnosed with COVID-19 or exhibiting any of the above symptoms of COVID-19 over the past two weeks. I also affirm that I am not currently within a required quarantine period for qualifying travel to a state designated in the City of Chicago’s Emergency Travel Order.
You will be asked to reaffirm your health declaration when you arrive.
As part of the First Ascent community, we ask you to email healthreport@firstascentclimbing.com or call our confidential hotline at 312-801-4423 if you test positive for COVID-19 within 14 days of your last visit to First Ascent so we can notify anyone who may have come in contact with you. Thanks for helping us keep the community healthy and climbing strong.
Please be respectful of other members and cancel your visit if you determine you are no longer able to attend between now and your scheduled visit. You can cancel up to 2 hours beforehand.
We look forward to climbing with you!
