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Introducing Our New Logo!

Wednesday, April 15th, 2020

innovative:

in·no·va·tive /ˈinəˌvādiv/ adjective: introducing or using new ideas or methods; having new ideas about how something can be done

We’re proud to introduce our new logo and look forward to all of the additional possibilities that are yet to come! A sentiment that is more true today than ever before, in pre-COVID19 days.

Since the very beginning, the word “innovative” has been at the root of who we are as a business and for 15+ years we’ve been working to keep innovation at the forefront of Edgeworks’ vision for the future.

Structurally, our facility has evolved from a 10,000 square foot climbing gym with gravel climbing floors to our current modern facility that features the things we only dreamed about in 2004. Strategically, we’re always striving to stay ahead of industry standards and keep up with our own aspirations for growth and advancement.

With all that we’ve accomplished over the years, it was time for the Edgeworks logo to offer a better reflection of who we are today and also move us forward into the next 15 years of innovation.

We will always continue to celebrate where we came from… 1 of the first 250 climbing gyms in the US , 1st in the South Sound, 4th in the Puget Sound, and 5th in Washington State. And, we’ll never stop working to achieve all that we know Edgeworks can be and what our community (you!) wants us to continue to be well into the future. #WeGotThisTacoma

Special thank you to designer Jinger Hendricks for our awesome new logo!

Winter Break Camps

Thursday, January 2nd, 2020

Break the Cabin Fever!

Edgeworks’ climbing camps are a fun way for young climbers of all abilities to stay active & engaged during winter break.

Campers will spend time with our youth instructors and coaches learning the basics of climbing with a mix of activities and games keeping them engaged and learning.

Each day is unique and will offer adventures and challenges that your child will never forget!

Sign Up Now

Details:

Age: 7 – 13 years
Cost: $60/members, $70/non-member
Duration: 5 hours/day
Skill Level: No experience necessary!

Dates & Times:

Sign up for 1 day or multiple days.
December 23, 2019: 9:30am – 2:30pm
December 27, 2019: 9:30am – 2:30pm
December 30, 2019: 9:30am – 2:30pm

January 2, 2020: 9:30am – 2:30pm
January 3, 2020: 9:30am – 2:30pm

Acro Yoga

Sunday, August 25th, 2019

Wednesdays | 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Join certified Acro Yoga instructor, Samitha Hendrickson, for the FUNdamentals of dynamic partnering and acrobatic balancing that is Acro Yoga.

A practice that blends elements of yoga, acrobatics and thai massage. You will learn to balance someone else’s body on your feet – called “basing” – to be balanced by someone else – called “flying” – and to spot. This practice plays with elements of control and letting go gracefully in coordination with someone else.

No previous experience or partner is required to attend, just bring a basic level of body awareness and a willingness to try new things. You will be amazed with what you can do!

Individual sign-ups are encouraged. We’ll find a partner for you!

Cost:

FREE for Edgeworks Members
Drop-In Rate: $20/class

SIGN UP ONLINE

 

Member Set Event

Monday, July 22nd, 2019

Monday, July 22, 2019

5:00pm – 9:30pm | 3 – 90 minute sessions

Want to learn what it takes to be a route setter?

Here’s your chance! Join Edgeworks’ head route setter, Joe Stangel, for an evening of pure route setting joy – Monday, July 22, 5pm – 9:30pm.

This is a beginner clinic designed to introduce climbers to the art of route setting. You will learn basic setting practices, have the opportunity to set your very own boulder problem, and get professional feedback.

This event is open to Edgeworks members only! (ages 16+)

Sign up online for your 90-minute setting session: 

 – Session 1: 5:00 – 6:30
 – Session 2: 6:30 – 8:00
 – Session 3: 8:00 – 9:30

6 spots available for each session; 18 total. 

Member Challenge 2019

Tuesday, April 30th, 2019

Earn your peaks!

February 1 – April 30, 2019
Put your membership to good use and receive a FREE t-shirt with our 4th annual members only 90-day challenge!

The Objective:

Earn points by completing a list of challenges including over 100 different activities – from climbing, fitness and check-in challenges to attending socials, interacting with staff, fun games, hula hooping and more.

As points are achieved, 3 different levels of “peaks” are awarded and added to your FREE member challenge t-shirt. It takes 175 points to earn all 3 peaks; with over 300 points available!

First Peak: 65 points  |  Second Peak: 120 points  |  Third Peak: 175 points

The List:

New challenges are added every year including fitness, climbing games and skills based challenges with a distribution of points designed to engage both the over and under achievers among us. As proven in previous years, it is possible to earn all 3 peaks in one day (IAD) but there are also plenty of really fun challenges that are accessible to all skill levels and will keep you coming back for more points and peaks! Get a sneak peek at the 2019 Challenge List and start planning your strategies now.

The Shirts:

Points will be tallied once a week by Edgeworks staff and T-shirts will be distributed upon achievement of the first peak (65 points). T-shirts will be labelled with the member’s name and added to a rolling cart to be located near the front desk. 

*Current stock/availability may delay the delivery a t-shirt by 1-2 weeks.

Note: Feel free to wear and wash your shirt during the challenge but please refrain from using fabric softener until after all of your peaks have been added.

Earning/Adding Peaks:

Iron-on peaks will be made available at the front desk along with simple to follow DIY instructions.

Or you can bring your shirt to the monthly Climbers Socials in March, April and May, when we’ll have staff available to add the peaks for you.

Progress:

Members are responsible for tracking their progress and checking the boxes on their challenge sheets as items are completed. To entice those of us with an extra competitive spirit, we will update a public Challenge Board with everyone’s individual points – you know, just in case you want to see how you match up to the achievements of others.

 

Spring Break Camps

Friday, April 5th, 2019


Looking for a FUN and ACTIVE way to entertain the kids during Spring Break?

Sign ’em up for Edgeworks’ Rock Climbing Camps!

Rock climbing is a great way for kids to build confidence, while promoting creative thinking, problem solving,  team building and trust. Not to mention that it’s a great way for them to burn off some of that extra energy during Spring Break!

Our programs are designed to entertain and challenge kids no matter their skill level. From beginner to advanced, our professional staff will keep them engaged in fun climbing related activities and games.

2019 DATES: 1 Week ONLY!                                                                      

– Monday, April 1
– Tuesday, April 2
– Wednesday, April 3
– Thursday, April 4
– Friday, April 5

DETAILS:                                                                                            

COST:  $65/DAY Register online  |  $259/WEEK Register online

AGES:  7 – 12 years   |   TIME: 9:30am – 2:30pm (now 5 hrs/day!)
No experience necessary!  |  Sign up for 1 day or the whole week.

Edgeworks members receive a 10% discount!

 

Early Morning Hours!

Thursday, February 28th, 2019

Edgeworks is NOW OPEN @ 6AM every Monday, Wednesday and Friday!

Come in early and get your climb on, enjoy the gym on your own terms, no crowds and even take a shower before you go to work.

The newly expanded weight and cardio rooms have lots to offer as well.

We’ll see you in the morning!

New Years SPECIAL

Thursday, January 31st, 2019

JOIN NOW and SAVE!

Edgeworks is more than a fitness resolution. It’s a great way to challenge yourself, make new friends and be part of a healthy and supportive community; making it the perfect place to be in 2019!

Edgeworks is 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 climbers socials, clinics, challenges and competitions that are also included (or discounted) for our members.

Give the Edgeworks community a try; it’s healthy, friendly, supportive and FUN and we’re pretty sure you’re going to enjoy it!

50% OFF MEMBERSHIP START-UP FEE! (save $30)

In addition to climbing, instruction and fitness classes, Edgeworks members also enjoy FREE guest passes to share with family and friends, discounts on gearfun events and a whole lot more.

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50% OFF 30-DAY INTRO PASS! (save $49)

Fill your Instagram account with awesome photos and hashtags: #2019 #newyear, #newadventures, #havingfun, and #lovingit! While the Intro Pass does not include all the same perks as a membership, it does include climbing, fitness classes, and 2 intro to climbing courses to help get you started.

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Offers expire January 31, 2019