First Visit
Get ready for your first visit to Progression Bouldering, what to expect, how to prepare, and tips for an awesome climbing experience.
First visit
Everything you need for your First Climb
To make your first visit as seamless as possible, all participants and spectators must sign the waiver and follow the instructions below.
Progression Bouldering Gym
Frequently Asked Questions
Key information to help you prepare and plan your visit.
We’re conveniently located at 275 10th Avenue, between Main and Kingsway.
Our central location makes it easy to walk, bike, transit or drive.
Nearby transit options include:
- Bus Routes: #3, #9, #19, and #99.
- SkyTrain Stations: Broadway/City Hall (Canada-Line), Main St-Science World (Expo-Line), Mount Pleasant Station (Broadway Subway) *coming soon - 1 min walk away.
Yes, every person that climbs or trains at Progression must sign a waiver to enter the facility. If you are under the age of 19 years old, a parent or guardian must fill out the waiver for you.
Save time and fill out the waiver online.
Yes, we rent (and sell) shoes and chalk bags.
No, we accept debit and credit cards only.
We kindly ask that all parents with 6-7 year olds complete the Climb Together Certification course. Drop-in at the gym weekend evenings from 5-8pm.
Progression Bouldering Gym
Climbing, Gym & Services
What to expect while climbing and using the gym.
Bouldering is a type of climbing without ropes or harnesses, where climbers may fall directly onto the ground.
The routes are called “boulder problems” and vary in difficulty. We provide industry-standard padding below each wall to help protect falls. While the padding reduces impact, please note that any fall can be a risk of injury, regardless of the height of the fall. For your safety, all new climbers and visitors will receive an orientation, including falling techniques, to minimize the risk of injury.
- Inspect the Problem: Check the route to ensure it doesn’t intersect with others.
- Respect Fall Zones: Stay at least arm’s length away from other climbers and their fall zones.
- Downclimb When Possible: Always try to downclimb to reduce fall impact. If jumping, check the area below for other climbers.
- Fall Safely: Spot your landing, stay relaxed, and absorb the impact by bending your knees. Avoid extending your arms to catch your fall.
- Footwear & Chalk: No barefoot climbing or wearing shoes in the bathroom. Minimize chalk use and consider liquid chalk.
- Personal Items: Use lockers for water bottles and personal items—don’t leave them on the floor or benches.
- Be Courteous: Wait your turn, respect others’ climbs, and brush holds after use.
At Progression, we use the V-Grade system. V0 is the easiest and V10+ is the most difficult.
Our bouldering walls are 16ft high.
The Kilterboad is 16’X12’ and the Tensionboard 2.0 is 12’X12’.
Yes! Progression Cafe is a licensed-restaurant with 75 seats open from breakfast to dinner. Check on Cafe link for menu and event page for event details in the Cafe.
Yes! Progression Clinic offers physiotherapy, sport medicine, massage therapy, nutrition, clinical pilates, climbing and strength & conditioning training plans.
Click on the link on this website or look at www.progressionclinic.com.
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