I loved it so much I work here now… I made this review a year ago, I just got a job around January. xD
Eric K.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Seattle, WA
This is a nice gym. Lots and lots of routes to choose from, all packed into a new, modern wall. The way it is laid out looks like it would be a good place to have a competition. I’d give it five stars if the routes were spaced out a bit more, and there were more volumes — but that’s a personal preference.
Han S.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 San Francisco, CA
Best climbing gym in town! It’s always clean, and the staff is great. They change the routes routinely, and the whole gym is a nice soft crash pad so falling from the top of the wall is only slightly terrifying!
Jen Y.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Seattle, WA
Dropped into this climbing gym when I was in town because I went solo and it looked like it had the most bouldering. Wish I’d brought my harness because there were 7 autobelays, though those routes were not much taller than the bouldering problems. I liked that they starred a few routes for the newcomer like me! This was mentioned during the requisite new climber orientation. It wasn’t too bad other than the fact that I had to wait a while for the orientation to start. Joe, the owner, was the only guy giving orientation. However, I did like that he seems very much involved with his gym. The gym is probably a third the size of my regular climbing gym, but it didn’t get too crowded while I was there. I appreciated that there were communal chalk buckets to cut down on chalk dust.
Matt T.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Tempe, AZ
Had a great time today, the owner/manger was great. Very knowledgable and friendly. Very clean gym
Danielle R.
Évaluation du lieu : 1 Tempe, AZ
The gym offers free chalk, however the owner is consistently really really rude. Would not recommend.
Tina C.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Tucson, AZ
This place is pretty good for the price. I came today when they had the $ 5 all day deal. Rental for the harness and shoes was an added $ 6. I arrived around 11am so the place wasn’t very packed which was a good thing because this place is not big at all. The staff members were all very friendly, professional, and pleasant. The facility was clean and clutter free. They offer bouldering and the usage of their auto-belay devices. The only downfalls are the size of the facility and the lack of having a partner act as the belayer instead of using the auto-belay devices.
Anonymous A.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Goodyear, AZ
Focus is a large gym with mainly bouldering and some auto belays. The walls are amazing — they are simple but each provides its own challenge. There are also a ton of unique rocks, some I haven’t seen before, and the setters do a good job at making them fun, which is what I really want to touch on. There are quite a few setters at Focus, but the routes are usually consistently awesome. Coming to this gym was almost like being exposed to a new style of bouldering, my body just isn’t used to these challenging yet natural movements/positions. Once you get used to the high walls and quality of routes, you’ll realize how much you have improved as a climber. Just be creative. There’s no need to feel embarrassed here because the community is friendly. As of right now, this is the best bouldering gym in Arizona that I’ve been to.
Ashley S.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Tempe, AZ
On Wednesdays its LADIESNIGHT! $ 5 gets you climbing if you already have all the gear. It is a little extra to rent shoes and a harness(looking about $ 12) which still is not bad! It’s a great bouldering gym with just a small ropes wall, worth it!
Russell S.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 La Palma, CA
Awesome place! Nice variety of walls and problems with frequent changes. Very friendly staff and the environment isn’t intimidating even for beginners. I just wish that the place has top roping that allows a friend to belay instead of only auto belays.
Judge R.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 San Antonio, TX
Amazing gym. Very clean, and they had great routes that EVERYONE was psyched on! And for the 1 star review from Sienna… I ran a climbing wall, albeit small, for years. And liability is no joke. We don’t watch to judge you, but to ensure your«bravado» matches your skill level. We want you safe. Sometimes spotting lessons are in order to supplement your flailing on what some excuse as ‘sandbagged.’ I’m actually glad they walked us through that, as my partner needed it. Even though I suggested we didn’t as well. Very interesting, no? Learn to appreciate the refresher.
Sienna M.
Évaluation du lieu : 1 Portland, OR
All the free chalk in the world won’t make up for cluttered walls and an overbearing owner. We were forced into a «falling training class» fit for five year olds, to a group of very bored, intermediate climbers, listening as he slowly and painfully walked us through his falling technique as though we were all mentally deficient. Despite that we were all there just to boulder, he insisted on training us in autobelay, then sort of hung around eyeballing us while we climbed his sub par routes. The routes are a mess. Once you can suss out the correct path you’re looking for amidst 4 royal blue paths, it’s hardly worth the effort. If I were local, this would *not be my gym. I’m all for safety, but that was a bit much. It was only $ 10, so at least it’s cheap.
Mark S.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chandler, AZ
This was my first visit to Focus and definitely will not be my last. I was greeted by the owner Joe and he was more than helpful as I am a noob in this sport. He gave me a quick lesson on some falling techniques and answered any questions I had. The facility was very peaceful and clean. It has a full range of bouldering routes and numerous auto belay walls. I opted for the auto belay walls and found numerous routes that challenged me at the level I needed. I look forward to my next visit, which hopefully will be tomorrow.
Aaron A.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chandler, AZ
This place is awesome. I haven’t been to any of the climbing gyms around the valley besides this one so I will not be comparing. The gym is very nice and clean. They have a huge bouldering wall and some regular belay climbing walls. They also have a workout station with rings, pullup bars, parallets, a climbing rope and various workout equipment. The staff is very friendly, helpful, and informative. I have come here twice in 2 weeks because it was a lot of fun. It hasn’t been super busy yet. The last time was a little busier because it’s cheaper before noon but we still got some climbs in before my forearms gave out. Overall, great gym. Fun times. Good pricing.
Haley E.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chandler, AZ
I just went here after a year and a half of recovering from an injury(from a different gym) I was weary at first but after my first bouldering fall I felt so safe! The staff is friendly and I will definitely come again, maybe even buy a membership! :)
John B.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chandler, AZ
This is a great place for rock climbing. I went with my friends and the orientation was very quick but thorough. Amazing walls for bouldering with many routes, also have auto belay systems and equipment for calisthenics and gymnastics. The price for the day pass is reasonable. I’m considering a monthly membership.
Eric M.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Tucson, AZ
I have to preface my review by saying that I haven’t actually climbed at Focus, but my son attended a competition here. I can say that the front desk was organized and seemed to have their stuff together. The gym itself has a combination of bouldering and roped climbing though most of the gym appeared to be dedicated to bouldering. All around good experience for us on an early Saturday morning.
Meg C.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Mesa, AZ
As a new comer the the climbing world I was a bit intimidated to go with my friend but I had a blast and signed up the next week. The owner Joe and his staff have always been pleasant and courteous. They also do a great job of changing up the routes and keeping a variety that would suite any skill level.
Jon V.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Phoenix, AZ
Wow!!! This is my favorite climbing gym. Always a friendly staff. New routes are set frequently, incredibly clean with great crash pads. Also, they offer chalk all over the gym. You don’t need to bring anything to have a fun day climbing. Just show up, have fun, everything else is already thought out for you. It’s only $ 10/day pass if you make it in before 2pm!!!
Miss W.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Venice, CA
FINALLY. A bouldering gym. Take it from someone that knows(me), this is the best bouldering in the valley. Setting is solid, the open space is luxurious, the chalk is free. THECHALKISFREE. That being said, a day pass is also more expensive than what you would pay anywhere else in the valley. It’s worth it. The vibe is better, the climbers are more attractive ;) the holds are brand new. Don’t worry, If you want to rope climb, you can do that too.