EDGEWORKS CLIMBING + FITNESS
Locally owned and operated since 2004, Edgeworks Climbing + Fitness stands proudly as Tacoma’s first indoor climbing gym. As an industry leader and pioneer, we are committed to uniting indoor and outdoor climbing, fitness, instruction, guiding, and community.
Our dedicated team of local owners, led by founder Tod Bloxham, bring decades of collective knowledge and experience. Tod, an AMGA/IFMGA Mountain Guide and industry software developer, is an advocate for growth from within. His approach - together with the staff - is centered on providing high quality facilities, programs and experiences for members, customers and employees.
In a milestone moment, Stone Gardens joined Edgeworks Climbing + Fitness in October 2020, making us as the largest single footprint of climbing gyms in the Puget Sound. With a combined total of over 65,000 sq ft of climbing space across Seattle, Bellevue, and Tacoma, we deliver on providing the greatest variety of climbing, fitness, instruction, guiding, and community activities in the region.
STONE GARDENS
Founded in 1995 by Keith Magnuson, Stone Gardens was a Pacific Northwest original with a 25 year history that included expanding from Ballard to Bellevue in 2011. Known as "The Climbers Gym," Keath and the staff inspired generations with their innovations in bouldering, competitions, and community. As we transition into the future together as Edgeworks Climbing + Fitness, we remain committied to carrying on Stone Gardens' legacy of passion and innovation.
Our Mission, Vision + Values
Our Mission + Vision
To be the innovative leader of indoor climbing, outdoor adventure, and fitness for the active community. Providing exceptional customer experiences focused on climbing and fitness that challenge and inspire an active lifestyle.
Our Values
COMMUNITY: com·mu·ni·ty - noun;
a welcoming group of climbing enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and friends connecting through our shared interests in climbing, fitness, and fun.
PROFESSIONALISM: pro·fes·sion·al·ism - noun;
a focus on excellence; from staff training, accreditation, and program development to facility offerings, partnerships, and everything in between; going above and beyond to deliver quality experiences and knowledgeable staff.
INTEGRITY: in·teg·ri·ty - noun;
a commitment to do we do what we say and stay true to our word, ourselves, our goals, and our community.
ADVENTURE: ad·ven·ture - noun;
our motivation for all things; providing the inspiration, the instruction, the venue, and the excitement to help everyone achieve their goals - inside the gym and outside.
Our Company Culture
We value our employees and believe that each of us play an important role in building and energizing our community. We respect what makes us all different, the individual talents each of us bring to the table and the shared collaboration that is needed to keep us at the forefront of the industry.
We care about supporting a positive work environment; offering unique opportunities that encourage professionalism, teamwork and opportunities for growth.
We believe that details matter. Details drive deeper thinking and also build a greater sense of confidence from our community and within ourselves.
Our DEI Statement + Initiatives
Diversity fuels the spirit of our staff and community. Our commitment to equity and inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience builds a culture where difference is valued, innovation thrives and adventure is accessible to all.
Our job as staff is to stay grounded in these initiatives and hold space for them through implementation, conversations and adaption. Perfectionism is not the goal; our work in the following areas is ongoing.
- Staff Education + Engagement
- Hiring Practices
- Community Partnerships
- Inclusion
“It is not our differences that divide us. It is our inability to recognize, accept, and celebrate those differences.” - Audre Lorde
