Interested in bouldering but don’t know where to start?
No matter what level of experience you have, anyone can enjoy bouldering at Northern Rocks. There are a variety of routes and difficulty levels to choose from, so you are sure to find the right challenge. If you get stuck, their staff is always happy to offer advice.
North Rocks wants everyone who visits to have an enjoyable experience. That’s why they offer family-friendly hours, equipment rentals, and a range of classes for all ages and abilities. The professionals at Northern Rocks are trained and competent, and they love climbing and supporting other people.
Visit them today and discover the thrill of outdoor bouldering indoors!
The climbing centre at Northern Rocks is world-class. It is the first of its kind in Auckland and North Island. The sport is booming in New Zealand. Northern Rocks aim is to give you the best experience possible. The professionals are trained, competent, and psyched about climbing and seeking to support others. Have a go at New Zealand’s newest growing sport, bouldering, indoor climbing at its best!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bouldering?
The boulder is the best form of rock climbing, because there is just you and the boulder. It doesn’t require ropes or belaying, and it doesn’t require any experience or great strength either!
The gym at Northern Rock is designed with climbing walls that are limited in height, so you climb without a rope and jump off the wall onto specially designed gymnastic boulder pads. To climb to the top, you need to figure out how the climbing holds are arranged in different ways.
There are a wide variety of shapes and sizes of holds that can be arranged in an infinite number of ways. It is possible to move in a simple, graceful, meditative way or to move powerfully and dynamically! It is both physical and mental challenges that lead to greater personal confidence, fitness, health, and well-being when working out how to get to the top.
Do I have to be in good shape or strong already?
Definitely not! A boulder gym offers boulder problems designed for beginners of all ages. While you progress through the colour-graded boulders, your fitness and strength will improve, and you’ll get a great workout without even realising it because you’re having so much fun!
Is there anything I should wear?
Whatever you want to wear to the boulder gym is fine. Be comfortable, be sporty, be outrageous. As a general rule, bouldering attire consists of tights and sports tops or loose, comfortable climbing or sweatpants to facilitate unencumbered manoeuvring on the boulders.
It is advisable to wear socks with rental climbing shoes, and guys are encouraged to keep their shirts on while bouldering.
Is there anything special I need?
When bouldering, climbing shoes are required. A pair of climbing shoes (with socks if you’re using rental shoes) will make bouldering a lot more enjoyable. Northern Rocks offers shoes for rent at reception or you can purchase your own in the pro shop. All regular climbers will be wearing climbing shoes since they make climbing much easier. They are snug fitting, and specialised rubber helps you cling to the footholds!
General Info
Opening Hours:
- Weekdays: 10am-10pm
- Weekends: 8am-8pm
Location:
111 Diana Dr, Glenfield, Auckland
Contact Details:
Gym: 09 278 2363
General Manager: 021 203 4964
Email: info@northernrocks.co.nz
