Because our members help build our community and we are intentionally working to build a welcoming space for all. One TUESDAY every month, we invite our members to branch out from their normal climbing sessions and engage with the Edgeworks’ community.
Meet other members, share stories, get tips from our staff, and have fun.
DETAILS:
Climbing, games, competitions, prizes, free drinks for members, and social time with friends(old and new), it doesn’t get much better than this!
As always, our Member Social evenings are FREE for Edgeworks members. Social and activities begin at 7pm.
NEXT UP:
TACOMA | Tuesday, May 3
MYSTERY SETTER CHALLENGE How well do you know our setting team? Think you know their setting styles and favorite moves well enough to predict “who set it”? Put their individual crafts and teamwork to the test with this fun challenge. The member with the most correct answers wins!
SEATTLE | Tuesday, June 14
CRASH PAD STACKING Because stacking and climbing crash pads is fun … and harder than you might think! The person atop the highest stack wins a prize. How high do you think you can go? Find out when you join us for the fun, Tuesday, June 14.
BELLEVUE | Tuesday, June 21
CRASH PAD STACKING Because stacking and climbing crash pads is fun … and harder than you might think! The person atop the highest stack wins a prize. How high do you think you can go? Find out when you join us for the fun, Tuesday, June 21.
The 2nd Saturday of every month, round up your roommates, classmates, and friends for College Night at all Edgeworks locations!
$12 day passes w/ FREE gear rental.
5pm – 10pm. Valid student ID required.
Bouldering… Roped Climbing (certifications required) … Systems Boards … and more equals LOTS of climbing. It’s that simple. So bring your friends, pull some plastic, and have FUN!
Climbing camps for beginner, intermediate and advanced youth climbers of all ages! Whether you’re looking to be introduced to the sport of rock climbing or want to push your climbing skills to the next level, our camps are a fun way enjoy the sport of rock climbing.
Edgeworks is committed to increasing equity and inclusion in climbing; working to build a culture where adventure is accessible to all.
As part of this commitment we are now accepting scholarship applications for participation in the following Summer Camp Programs for 2022:
New Rockers
Adventure Rock 1
Adventure Rock 2
Adventure Rock 3
Adventure Rock 4
Up to 1 scholarship per camp is available at each of our locations (Bellevue, Seattle, Tacoma) and includes:
A FUNDRAISING EVENT SUPPORTING NATURE VISION + PUYALLUP WATERSHED INITIATIVE
BELLEVUE | Tuesday, April 19: 3pm-8pm SEATTLE + TACOMA | Friday, April 22: 3pm-8pm
CLIMBING | RAFFLE | DONATIONS
Join us for this FREE CLIMBING EVENT in support of:
Nature Vision, an environmental education nonprofit organization that brings place-based, experiential nature programming directly to schools and local greenspaces.
Puyallup Watershed Initiative, working to address the consequences that come with widespread development such as polluted stormwater, the loss of farmlands, forests and recreation areas, and greater social and economic inequities.
CLIMBING CHALLENGE
Reach the top of one (or both) of our Earth Day top rope routes, ring the bell and watch the donation tally rise! For each route topped, Edgeworks will donate:
$1 for the easier route (5.8 +/-)
$2 for the harder route (5.11 +/-)
One attempt per person/route
RAFFLE
Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win a Bonsai Tree! All proceeds benefit Nature Vision.
Bringing MORE Climbing + Fitness to the Bellevue Community!
With a MAJOR expansion project soon to be underway, we’re excited to share with you our plans to make Edgeworks Bellevue bigger, better, more inclusive and more modern.
Building a community where all climbers feel welcomed, challenged + engaged.
Our gyms are shared spaces for climbers of all ages, all sizes, and all abilities – from new climbers and fitness enthusiasts to elite/competitive climbers training for their next big goal or adventure.
Our focus with this expansion project is to build a space where:
Seasoned climbers know they’ll still find the best, most challenging and fun boulder problems and routes.
Weekend warriors can maintain their endurance and train in the off season when they can’t get outside.
New climbers feel welcome and unintimidated as they walk through our door.
Kids can be integrated into a sport and community that builds respect, confidence, communication skills, responsibility, teamwork and a healthy dose of calculated risk.
Community happens, built upon a shared interest in climbing, fitness, and fun (and sometimes beer!).
All in all, we aim to create a setting that feels active, vibrant and welcoming. Where people choose to hang out even if they aren’t climbing because they know that this is where they will find their people and it’s where they belong.
PROJECT TIMELINE + DETAILS:
Phase 1: Project Planning
3 years (almost complete)
In partnership with Crossroads’ overall expansion and development plans, we will be adding an additional 8,400 square feet to the south side of our building, featuring 10,400 sq ft of new climbing surface with walls designed and constructed by EP USA. ← The same folks who created the competition walls for the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics. This new addition will bring us to a total of 31,400 sq ft of climbing!
Phase 2: Building Expansion
Spring 2022 – Winter 2022/23
First, we need to expand our footprint to make room for the more exciting additions and updates. We’ll do so by busting through the south end of our building and extending out into the parking lot.
In addition to the new climbing walls, this building expansion will make room for:
All new women’s locker room with sauna
Single occupancy bathrooms
2nd floor mezzanine with a training area that includes Kilter boards, training boards, a campus board and a great view of the new walls.
Phase 3: Climbing Wall Construction
Fall/Winter 2022
Designed and constructed by EP USA, we’re excited to provide our community with more roped terrain, featuring:
49 additional lines of top rope and lead climbing
Lead prow
Off-width flake
Free form hand/finger crack
Multi-pitch instructional ledges … and more!
Phase 4: Renovations + Updates
Fall/Winter 2022 – Spring 2023
Updated and improved front entry with larger retail area
Expanded and updated men’s locker room with sauna
Dedicated group fitness area
New weight training and cardio spaces
Improved cubbies and storage options
Community space for remote work, socializing and re-energizing
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
What are the details and features of the new climbing wall?
Designed and constructed by EP USA.
Adding nearly 10,400 sq ft of climbing surface (to our existing 21,000)
45 ft tall with an overhanging lead prow creating the possibility for 50 ft long routes
Features include: 49 additional climbing lines, top rope, lead prow, flake, free form crack, and multi-pitch instructional ledges
Are you adding more bouldering?
Not at this time. Though we will be adding additional training features including (2) Kilter boards, a campus board and training board. Future plans for more bouldering are included as part of a separate project; stay tuned for those details!
What will happen to the existing walls?
South Bay Bouldering Walls The majority of our existing walls will remain intact with the exception of The Cave in the South Bay. With its current design and steep overhang, these walls have always presented difficulties for our setting team and members. Therefore, this area will be opened up to create a pass-through to the new climbing area as well as a social gathering space.
While it’s never fun to take anything away, we feel confident in our plans to provide something more accessible and usable in its place. Including, community work spaces for remote work or studying and a comfortable area to rest, recharge and connect before, during or after your climbing sessions.
Pirate Ship + Youth Zone It’s time to “scuttle” the Pirate Ship. Removing it and updating this zone will allow space to create an all new weight training and cardio area.
Are there any plans to resurrect the development of a Tukwila location?
We really like the idea but the original Stone Gardens Tukwila project and plans are no longer available. In the meantime, our existing partnership with Crossroads – coupled with their overall plans for expansion and development – are helping to make the Bellevue project possible.
Will you need to adjust business hours or close during construction?
It is our goal to maintain normal operating hours as much as possible during all phases of construction. If for any reason we need to open late or close early on certain days we will do our best to provide advanced notice to all members. Please check your email and be sure to follow our social media accounts to receive updates throughout the project.
Will membership prices increase?
Yes, but not just due to expansion. Since the very beginning, it’s been Edgeworks’ theory and practice that small yearly price increases provide transparent predictability for our members and allow us to continue our commitment to invest back into our facilities, programs, and employees.
Each year, we evaluate the following criteria that typically results in a monthly membership rate increase:
operating costs and staff wages
increases in membership value, benefits, access, and offerings
future improvements and expansions
Thank you for your excitement and support! We’re stoked to share this with all of you.
If you have additional questions, please feel free to leave them in the comments below or send them via our online Member Feedback form.
We’ll continue to add to this feed as more questions and details emerge.
More than a fitness resolution. Edgeworks is a great way to challenge yourself, make new friends and be part of a healthy and supportive community.
Not only for the weekend warriors and hardcore crushers of the rock, we are also a community of climbers and friends. Even if you’re breaking in your first pair of climbing shoes, we invite you to join us for the monthly socials, clinics, challenges and competitions that are also included (free or discounted) for our members.
Give the Edgeworks community a try; it’s healthy, friendly, supportive and FUN and we think you’re going to enjoy it!
In addition to climbing, instruction and fitness classes, Edgeworks members also enjoy FREE guest passes to share with family and friends, discounts on gear, fun events and a whole lot more.
Shop small. Shop local. Save BIG! We’re offering specials and discounts on something for everyone – from punch passes and gift cards, to climbing gear! Edgeworks + Stone Gardens have something for all the climbers and adventure seekers on your list this year.
Buy a GIFT CARD, Get a FREE DAY PASS!
The perfect gift! Gift cards can be used to purchase anything in the gym – day passes, memberships, gear, instruction courses, and MORE.
Receive a FREE DAY PASS with purchase of Gift Cards valued at $50+ Day pass expires 01/31/2022 | 1 pass per gift card purchased
SAVE $70 on an experience the whole family can enjoy! This package includes a total of 10 PASSES accepted at all 3 gym locations – Bellevue, Seattle + Tacoma; plus 1 FREE Intro to Climbing Course at the location of your choice.
Transferable | Intro Course participant must be 14+ | 3-year expiration
Climbing Shoes: 30% off La Sportiva, Scarpa, Tenaya and Butora (kids)
Chalk Bags + Chalk: 30% off Stock up on your outdoor chalk! (liquid chalk not included)
Accessories: 35% off Boulder Brushes, Compact Clippers, Piranha Knife, Splitter Gloves, Talon Belay Gloves, Hand Repair Cream/Balm, Belay Glasses, Grip Savers, Crash Pads and more!
Edgeworks Logo Wear: 35% off Tanks, Tees, Youth Tess, Hoodies, Hats and Buffs.
Training Items: 35% off Project boards, Wood Grips, Training boards, Hang Boards, Grip Savers and more!
Offer valid on select, in-stock items only; excludes special orders. Quantities limited at varying locations; call in advance for specific items. Offer ends December 31, 2021.
