Woman doing rock climbing at outdoor wall

Are you a thrill-seeker who enjoys fun, adrenaline-pumping activities? Enter the world of rock climbing and bouldering – these exciting activities are bound to get your heart racing and muscles burning. You can even build your strength, stamina and agility through these sports.

At the end of the climb, you’ll get a sense of satisfaction as you look around at the heights you’ve scaled!

From kid-friendly gyms to augmented reality (AR) climbing walls, here are 12 rock climbing and bouldering gyms you can check out in Singapore!

*Disclaimer: This article is not meant to be a form of endorsement for any of the featured rock climbing gyms. Please do your own research before booking a class! Numbering in the article is not meant to represent any sort of ranking; gyms are arranged into categories and ordered based on Google/Facebook ratings.

 

Rock Climbing Gyms for All Ages

Looking to spend a fun day out with your family doing rock climbing? These gyms welcome both adults and children so you can let your little ones challenge their limits!

1. Kinetics Climbing

Young boy attempting bouldering at Kinetics Climbing

 

Facebook rating: 5.0 (636 reviews)

 

  Classes: Kids, adults, SNCS Level 1

  Equipment rental: Harness, rental lock, ABD device, chalk bag, socks, shoes

 

 Suitable for beginners

  Rock climbing and bouldering available

 

Fun for the whole family, Kinetics Climbing has rock climbing and bouldering walls with routes suitable for climbers of all ages and experience levels. Test your strength and problem-solving skills at the different walls available and guide your kids along the way.

Learn the fundamentals of rock climbing and get certified through the Singapore National Climbing Standards (SNCS) Level 1 course at the gym. You’ll solidify all the basics, like belaying, top rope climbing and climbing techniques.

The gym offers a fun and encouraging environment for all who wish to walk – or should we say climb – the path!

Type of pass

Number of sessions

Price

Adult

1 session

$19

Student (21 years old and below)

1 session

$15

Multipass

5 sessions

$85 ($17/session)

   10 sessions

$150 ($15/session)

*A registration fee of $5 applies for first-time patrons.

 

Contact details

Address: 511 Serangoon Road, Singapore 218153

Opening hours: 4pm – 10pm (Mon), 1pm – 10pm (Tues – Fri), 10am – 7pm (Sat – Sun & Public Holiday)

Email: mail@kineticsclimbing.com.sg

Phone: 6291 5045

2. Fit Bloc

Instructor helping man on bouldering wall at Fit Bloc

 

Facebook rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)

 

  Equipment rental: Harness and shoes

  Other facilities: Gym, swimming pool, sauna, treadmill, spin bikes

 

  Suitable for kids

  Rock climbing and bouldering available

 

Fit Bloc is known for its open ambience, high ceilings and wide variety of climbing and boulder problems to solve. Westies, here’s a cause for celebration – both their outlets are conveniently situated in the West!

Fit Bloc invites beginners and experienced climbers alike to climb their 3 bouldering areas and 1 high wall. If you’re already a climber, this is a great place to bring your kids for their first taste of the sport.

The gym is lauded for their approachable staff and variety of amenities such as their pool and sauna. One session is simply not enough, you’ll keep wanting to go back for more!

Type of pass Number of sessions Price

Adult

1 session

$28

   3 sessions*

$60 ($20/session)

   10 sessions

$180 ($18/session)

Children (5 – 12 years old)**

1 session

$14

*Only for first-timers
**1 child must be accompanied by 1 adult.

Contact details

Address: Multiple locations

Email: hello@fitbloc.com

WhatsApp: ​​6612 2046

3. Boulder Planet

Children trying bouldering at Boulder Planet

 

Facebook rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)

 

  Classes: Kids/family, adults

  Equipment rental: Socks, shoes

 

  Suitable for beginners

  Only for bouldering

 

Boulder Planet is a beginner-friendly climbing gym exclusive for bouldering. Spacious and with equipment from around the world, the gym offers a top-notch climbing experience for people of all ages. Despite its large size, the environment manages to remain warm and community-centric. It’s not uncommon to see families and strangers socialising with one another.

Boulder Planet also believes in empowering people to be bold and inspired through the art of climbing. Aside from keeping yourself active and fit, they hope you take away a new sense of determination along with the sport!

Type of pass

Number of sessions

Price

Adult

1 session

$30

Youth (18 years old and below)

1 session

$15

Multipass

5 sessions

$125 ($25/session)

   10 sessions

$200 ($20/session)

Contact details

Address: 604 Sembawang Road, Sembawang Shopping Centre, #B1-22/23, Singapore 758459

Opening hours: 10am – 10pm (Mon – Fri), 10am – 9pm (Sat – Sun & Public Holiday)

Email: info@boulderplanet.sg

Phone/Whatsapp: ​​9469 2386

4. OYEYO Boulder Home

Woman doing bouldering at OYEYO Boulder Home with onlookers

 

Facebook rating: 4.9 (33 reviews)

 

  Classes: Kids, adults

  Equipment rental: Shoes, lockers

  Other facilities: Training room

 

 Suitable for beginners

  Only for bouldering

 

OYEYO Boulder Home is a gym that celebrates all the things bouldering teaches us – strength, flexibility, creativity, self-confidence and teamwork. 

Theirs is a warm, welcoming environment built by a passionate group of instructors and regulars alike. They offer both beginner-friendly and challenging routes, so anyone and everyone can have a great time climbing.

Pop by after work for a quick body and mind workout or make it a whole-day family event over the weekend. The gym also offers introductory classes and private coaching, great for first-timers or those who want to work on their techniques respectively.

Number of sessions

Price*

Validity

1 session

$18

-

5 sessions

$80 ($16/session)

6 months

10 sessions

$140 ($14/session)

6 months

20 sessions

$240 ($12/session)

1 year

*First-time patrons are subject to a registration fee of $10.

 

Contact details

Address: 148 Mackenzie Road, Singapore 228724

Opening hours: 1pm – 10pm (Mon – Fri), 10am – 7pm (Sat – Sun & Public Holiday)

Email: oyeyooperations@gmail.com

Phone: 6996 2095

5. The Rock School

Lady wearing a yellow shirt doing rock climbing at The Rock School

 

Facebook rating: 4.8 (375 reviews)

 

  Classes: Kids, youth, adults

  Equipment rental: Shoes, socks, harness, belay device, lead rope

 

  Suitable for beginners

  Rock climbing and bouldering available

 

The Rock School is a friendly neighbourhood climbing gym for climbers of all ages and experience levels. Round up your friends and family to experience reaching greater heights together!

They believe in supporting others through their Climbmunity Spirit. New friendships are forged by climbers who become belay buddies and share climbing tips with one another. They even have a welcoming, tight-knit online community on Facebook and Telegram!

Looking to improve your climbing techniques and movement while in a safe and supportive environment? The gym offers a range of programmes for the young ones, and ClimbFit classes for adults looking to improve their fitness and technique.

Type of pass

Number of sessions

Price

Validity

Adult (19 years old and above)

1 session

$17

-

Youth & children (18 years old and below)

1 session

$15

-

Supervising adult (Non-Climber)

1 session

$10

-

Multi-sharable pass

5 sessions

$80 ($16/session)

3 months

   10 sessions

$150 ($15/session)

6 months

   30 sessions

$390 ($13/session)

12 months

Contact details

Address: Our Tampines Hub, 1 Tampines Walk #02-81, Singapore 528523

Opening hours: 11am - 10pm (Mon – Fri), 9am - 9pm (Sat – Sun & Public Holiday)

Email: climb@therockschool.sg

Phone/Whatsapp: 9635 3488

6. Lighthouse Climbing

2 women doing bouldering on colourful wall at Lighthouse Climbing

 

Google rating:  4.8 (76 reviews)

 

  Classes: Kids, animal flow

  Equipment rental: Chalk, socks, shoes

 Other facilities: Kilter Board, Tension Board, Train-to-Climb coordination wall

 

 Suitable for beginners

  Only for bouldering

 

Lighthouse Climbing is the very first climbing gym in Singapore to be crowdfunded. The overwhelming support they received can be attributed to their dedication to serving the local climbing community. 

They provide the latest in climbing technology for climbers looking to improve on their techniques. Train up on their Kilter Boards, Tension Boards, and Train-to-Climb Walls to be the best you can be.

On top of their support for experienced climbers, the gym is known to have an open and encouraging atmosphere for climbers of all levels. They have a community that embraces new climbers, with instructors always ready to help you along the way!

Type of pass

Number of sessions

Price

Validity

Adults

1 session

$24

-

Youth (18 years old and below)

1 session

$18

-

Child (12 years old and below)

1 session

$15

-

Senior citizens (55 years old and above)

1 session

$18

-

Adult & child (12 years old and below)

1 session

$35 (U.P. $39)

-

Multipass

5 sessions

$110 ($22/session)

6 months

   10 sessions

$200 ($20/session)

1 year

Contact details

Address: 44 Pasir Panjang Road, Block B-02, Singapore 118504

Opening hours: 9.30am - 10.15pm (Mon – Fri), 9.30am – 9.15pm (Sat – Sun)

Email: lighthouseclimbing@gmail.com

Phone: 9724 4091

7. Boulder World

Girl in red doing bouldering at Boulder World

 

Facebook rating:  4.7 (12 reviews)

 

  Classes: Kids, adults

  Equipment rental: Socks, shoes

  Other facilities: Kilter Board, MoonBoard, Tension Board, fitness room

 

  Suitable for beginners

  Only for bouldering

 

Boulder World is 650 square metres of pure bouldering fun, conveniently located in Paya Lebar and Orchard, Paragon! One of the largest gyms of its kind in Singapore, it offers over 100 problems to challenge your mind and body.

Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned climber, the gym welcomes one and all to join in the adrenaline-pumping sport. You can even grab a friend or two and participate in their community activities like Halloween or Ladies Night.

Try your hand at one of its futuristic LED walls like the Kilter Board or the MoonBoard. Simply download the apps and pair your devices to start customising new routes for yourself. The possibilities are endless!

Type of pass

Number of sessions

Price

Validity

Adults

1 session

$25

-

   5 sessions

$120 ($24/session)

6 months

   10 sessions

$200 ($20/session)

1 year

Youth (below 18 years old)

1 session

$18

-

Adult & child (13 years old and below)

1 session

$35

-

Contact details

Opening hours: 9am – 10.30pm (Mon – Fri), 9am – 9pm (Sat – Sun & Public Holiday)

Email: climb@boulderworld.com

Phone: 6917 7783

8. BFF Climb

Woman tackling bouldering wall in BFF Climb indoor gym

 

Facebook rating:  4.5 (17 reviews)

 

  Classes: Kids, adults

  Other facilities: MoonBoard, Kilter Board, AR wall

 

  Equipment included

  Suitable for beginners

  Rock climbing and bouldering available

 

For hours of family-friendly fun, try BFF Climb! Both their Bukit Timah and Bendemeer outlets have 2 specialised zones for climbers – the Play Zone and the Climb Zone.

Great for friends and families of all ages, the Play Zone features speed climbing, challenging auto belays, a hangout area and a nifty gamified AR wall! The whole space screams fun, from the vibrant colours to the chill atmosphere.

The Climb Zone is open to climbers aged 13 and up. Expect beginner-friendly routes and a friendly, encouraging environment to build your confidence. The zone also features BFF’s MoonBoard and Kitler Board – great for those looking to level up their climbing skills.

They offer different packages for different zones, age groups and locations. Check out their website for their rates!

Contact details

Email: contact@bffclimb.com

WhatsApp: 9119 6575

9. Ground Up Climbing

Man instructing woman on next step on boulder wall at Ground Up Climbing

 

Google rating: 4.4 (163 reviews)

 

  Classes: Kids, adults, Assisted Belay Device (ABD), SNCS Level 1 – 3

 Equipment rental: Harness, carabiner, ABD device, rope, socks, shoes

 Other facilities: Outdoor lead wall

 

  Suitable for beginners

  Rock climbing and bouldering available

 

Looking for fun outdoor activities in Singapore? This gym has an outdoor wall for you to try lead climbing! If you're looking for something more beginner-friendly, work out your muscles with their indoor auto belay, top rope and bouldering walls.

Ground Up Climbing strives to build a close-knit environment that’s accessible to people of all ages. They have multiple programmes catered towards children, like kids climbing classes and fun climbs. You can even host one-of-a-kind rock climbing birthday parties with them, where your kids and their friends can enjoy the sport together!

If you’re looking to master your climbing skills, the gym offers SNCS Level 1 (beginner), 2 (intermediate) and 3 (advanced) courses and certifications. Check out their SNCS page for more details.

Type of pass

Number of sessions

Price

Adult

1 session

$22

   5 sessions

$100 ($20/session)

   10 sessions

$180 ($18/session)

Youth (17 years old and below)*

1 session

$15

   5 sessions

$70 ($14/session)

   10 sessions

$120 ($12/session)

*Children 12 years old and below will require a supervising adult whose entry is chargeable at $10.

 

Contact details

Phone: ​​6292 7701

10. Climb Central

2 boys doing rock climbing at Climb Central

 

Facebook rating: 4.4 (96 reviews)

 

  Equipment rental: Harness, shoes

 

  Rock climbing and bouldering available

 

Anyone who’s been to Kallang Wave or Funan is bound to have noticed the rock climbing walls towering right through the centre of the malls. These are part of Climb Central’s chain of indoor gyms peppered across the island. 

The gym offers all the essentials for a full climbing experience, from auto belays to top ropes, lead climbs and bouldering walls. Their convenient locations and beginner-friendly amenities make them a highly accessible place to enjoy the sport.

With a multitude of shops and eateries around the gym outlets, you can easily rope in all your friends for a fun day of self-care for your body and mind!

Type of pass

Number of sessions

Price*

Validity

Adult

1 session

$25

-

Youth (13 – 17 years old)

1 session

$20

-

Adult & child (5 – 12 years old)

1 session

$31

-

5 sessions

$130 ($26/session)

1 year

10 sessions

$230 ($23/session)

1 year

Multipass

5 sessions

$105 ($21/session)

1 year

10 sessions

$190 ($19/session)

1 year

*First-time patrons are subject to additional registration fees.

 

Contact details

Opening hours: 11am – 11pm (Mon – Fri), 9am – 9pm (Sat – Sun & Public Holiday)

Email: info@climbcentral.sg

Rock Climbing Gyms for Youths and Adults

These rock climbing gyms allow you to find a community of passionate, like-minded individuals who are around a similar age.

11. Boulder Movement

Man and woman scaling bouldering wall at Boulder Movement

 

Facebook rating:  5.0 (97 reviews)

 

  Classes: Adults

 Equipment rental: Socks, shoes

 

  Suitable for beginners

  Only for bouldering

 

If you’re looking for a climbing community and a gym to grow at, consider Boulder Movement. They recommend different outlets for climbers of different experience levels:

  • Downtown – great for beginners
  • Tai Seng, Rochor, Bugis – recommended for intermediate climbers
  • Suntec City – for seasoned climbers who want a challenge

Their routes feature a progressive in-house difficulty scale, allowing climbers to improve at a comfortable pace. The good mix of problems are set up for a truly satisfying session each time you climb.

Here’s a little tip for those who love a challenge: try the spaceship overhang at their Suntec City outlet. Good luck!

Type of pass*

Number of sessions

Price

Adults

1 session

$30

   3 sessions**

$59

   5 sessions

$135

*All entry passes listed have a validity of 3 months.
**Only for first-timers.

Contact details

Email: ask@boulderm.com

Phone/Whatsapp: ​​9469 2386

12. Boruda Climbing

Woman trying bouldering with advice from an instructor at Boruda Climbing

 

Facebook rating:  5.0 (2 reviews)

 

  Classes: Adults

  Equipment rental: Chalk, shoes

 

  Suitable for beginners

  Only for bouldering

 

Be transported to the bouldering walls of Japan at Boruda Climbing. As you’d expect from most things Japanese-inspired, the gym has a calming, zen vibe to it. Its bright lighting adds to its airy, chill atmosphere – plus it’s perfect for those sweet climbing IG pics!

The concept bouldering gym has a grading system of 10Q (easiest) to 1Q (hardest), featuring beginner to expert climbing routes. Discover your full potential with boruda tensai classes, complimentary for anyone with an entry pass. They take place on Mondays (10Q to 8Q), Wednesdays (7Q to 6Q) and Fridays (5Q to 4Q) from 7 to 8pm.

Type of pass

Number of sessions

Price

Adults

1 session

$30

   5 sessions

$125 ($25/session)

   10 sessions

$200 ($20/session)

Youth (18 years old and below)

1 session

$15

Contact details

Opening hours: 1.30pm – 10.30pm (Mon), 9.30am – 10.30pm (Tues – Wed, Fri), 11.30am – 10.30pm (Thurs), 9am – 9pm (Sat – Sun & Public Holiday)

Email: info@boruda.sg

Phone/Whatsapp: ​​6994 2325

13. Origin Boulder

Man scaling bouldering wall at Origin Boulder

 

Google rating: 4.8 (41 reviews)

 

  Classes: Adults

  Equipment rental: Socks, shoes, t-shirts

 

  Suitable for beginners

  Only for bouldering

 

Centrally located, Origin Boulder is an indoor bouldering gym for adults of all experience levels. Challenge your mind and muscles on the multiple routes set across over 220 square metres of climbable wall.

The community is friendly and inviting, with professional staff always ready to help you solve any problem you may be stuck on. Many climbers return for the camaraderie and chill vibes that wash away any pent-up stress accumulated over the week.

Type of pass

Number of sessions

Price

Adult

1 session

$26

Youth (13 – 18 years old)

1 session

$18

Multipass

5 sessions

$120 ($24/session)

   10 sessions

$200 ($20/session)

Contact details

Email: hello@originboulder.sg

Phone: ​​8818 6879

Tips for Rock Climbing in Singapore

If you’re trying rock climbing for the first time, here are some tips to help you get started!

Start with warm-up exercises

Before you begin tackling the climb, it’s important to start off with some warm-up exercises to prepare your body. Doing so can help to prevent injuries or overheating of your body. Examples of exercises include slow jogs or some simple stretches.

Stay close to the wall

Though you may occasionally need to move away from the wall to check your route, you may want to keep your body as close to the wall as possible for the majority of the climb. This allows you to better maintain your centre of gravity and makes the climb easier and more efficient.

You can do this by keeping either side of your hip close to the wall at all times and ensuring that your knees are not pointed towards the wall.

Find your climbing style

There is a wide range of climbing techniques and styles – each requires different levels of strength and balancing ability, and has an effect on your speed of climbing.

For example, some styles are more dynamic than others and require more strength. Hence, it’s crucial to move fast. Conversely, others that are more static in nature require slow and deliberate movements to prevent you from falling.

As each individual is unique, it’s important to find a technique and style that best suits your abilities.

Find a resting spot

As you’re climbing, make an effort to find suitable resting spots along the way where you can take a breather and shake out your tired muscles. This can make your climbing experience a more efficient one!

Practice falling

As a climber, it’s essential to get used to falling, and this is especially so for a beginner. You may fall when a foot is in the wrong place, when you lose your grip or when you’re unable to maintain your balance.

For rock climbing, if you feel like you’re about to fall, push away from the wall and place your body weight on the rope and harness. Make sure to land on your feet too (especially for bouldering)!

If you have a fear of falling, a good way to overcome this fear is to practice falling.

FAQs About Rock Climbing in Singapore

Rock (or rope) climbing involves the use of a rope, harness and other gear to scale a tall wall. Bouldering, which is a form of rock climbing, doesn’t involve any equipment, though climbing shoes and chalk are used to create a more secure grip and foothold.

As ropes and harnesses aren’t used for bouldering, the walls are often shorter (less than 6.1m) than rock climbing walls. Mats are also placed on the floor to cushion falls.

There are numerous rock climbing gyms in Singapore that are suitable for beginners such as:

  • BFF Climb
  • Boruda Climbing
  • Boulder Movement
  • Boulder Planet
  • Boulder World
  • Ground Up Climbing
  • Kinetics Climbing
  • Origin Boulder
  • OYEYO Boulder Home

If you’re looking to bring your child to a rock climbing gym, here are some kid-friendly places you can try:

  • BFF Climb
  • Boulder Planet
  • Boulder World
  • Climb Central
  • Fit Bloc
  • Ground Up Climbing
  • Kinetics Climbing
  • Lighthouse Climbing
  • OYEYO Boulder Home

The price of rock climbing in Singapore varies depending on your age group and the number of sessions you’re signing up for.

This is the general price range according to age group for single entry sessions:

  • Adults: $18 to $30
  • Youths and children: $14 to $20