The Hive Heights

It was our first time trying out the rock climbing. I called ahead to ask if we needed any special training prior. They said just come on in and they will give us a brief orientation. We came in and the female staff there took charge on giving us an instruction. Not sure why but she had a very condescending and patronizing attitude toward us which we did not appreiciate. When our first attempt to fall down wasnt really perfect as she merely explained with her words with no demonstration, she ridiculed us. She covered and shook her head, saying oh my god letting all the other people to watch us. She kept saying this in our subsequent attempts. Felt like we are not welcome there.

This place is awesome, they are constantly changing the routes and the ropes. You have to do a safety course before they let you to do lead climbing and you can rent all the equipment you need.Rain or Snow outside? Here you got no problem with that, you can climb all year long.

WAY. TOO. CROWDED. For a location this tiny, they really should've done more to control the crowds. there are barely anywhere to walk, active effort needs to be made to not bump into people going up and coming down as the climbs are so tightly packed together and intertwined. This location also isn't as beginner friendly as choices are limited. Overall, there are better places to top rope, though just a bit further from downtown.

Wow. Honestly. I visited years ago when it was still called Cliffhanger and it was quite fantastic back then. How much improvement could there be?Staff were super duper friendly today with Wyatt offering some tips even for my crusty old hands during the belay test. All the routes seemed way better lit (I didn't think that could've been an improvement but behold!). Routes were super fun and varied; I don't recall the old gym having such good routes with its own unique flow. And finally the bouldering cave upstairs is fun for finishing off your session. There's even a campus board up there if that's your jam! Just all around good vibes!Critiques? Well it was rather busy despite the reservation system but it can't be helped since we visited at noon on a Sunday. Prices have also gone up a fair bit compared to years ago and are pricier than others. Route grading can be hit or miss as usual but nothing to be upset about. Despite these things, I'd still say it's worth a visit whether you're a new climber and wanna try climbing or you're a seasoned climber looking to have some fun or get some training in.

Nice place for climbing with variety of options. The gym in the evening smells so strong it almost made me see my lunch in reverse. I'd either go in the morning or go to a different gym.

The treatment we received at this gym was nothing short of disgraceful. Shawn's condescending and patronizing attitude was unacceptable and I was shocked by the lack of professionalism from the staff. I would not recommend this gym to anyone, especially those looking for a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Took an introduction course with my partner and friends from work. The instructor (Jack) was great and made us feel super safe and comfortable. The rest of the staff were equally as friendly. The gym was in good shape and had a great selection of fun and challenging routes. After a couple weeks I was climbed most of the routes in the 5.10 range. If you're new to climbing I would recommend the introduction course or if you're looking for a fun spot for top rope or lead climbing look no further. Also all the rental gear we used was clean and in great condition.

Just moved to Vancouver, after climbing much in gyms in the California bay area and in the south of France.Overall it's the priciest gyms I've every seen for the value you get. Wonder where the money goes, Vancouver rents?The good:* Pretty good climbing! that's importantThe bad:* Expensive* More rules than I've ever seen in other gyms* Booking required ...* Poor amenities: poor gym, no sauna, no on-site fitness or yoga classes* Want to yoga? take a hike to north Vancouver, great ...* Partial gym access memberships. Just give all access to everyone already, keep it simple.Wish money was being invested in more capacity and amenities. In my mind every location should have fitness classes, a decent gym, sauna, lounge. It's ok if it's not like that, but not at these rates.Please go hangout in California's Touchstone gyms and draw inspiration of an even better climbing gym culture

My girlfriends and I wanted to try out climbing again for the first time since we were kids and we had such an amazing experience! Tony was so helpful and made us feel super welcome. We will defs be back!

I’m not recommended this gym, the routsetting is great but the staff were very rude and unprofessional to me because I made a mistake when I was belaying my partner, I did the belay test in the way I always I do and they gave me the ok, I agree that we have bad habits but and always we can learn more properly in this case it was nothing serious, I think there were people who were belaying much worse than mine, I do not know why they put my eye on me constantly when I think they would have to observe more people that is the first time.I understand that you can tell me that you do not want me to belay anymore because you do not like as I belay or because I made a mistake but I think you have to do it discreetly and politely, I have been climbing for many years and I never had problems with my way of belay, there are many ways to belay, I think nobody deserves to be belittled in front of all the people and they were, I think they need EDUCATION and HUMILITY classes or to dedicate themselves to another job.