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Crux Rock Climbing Gym
401 W 3rd Ave, Eugene, OR 97401, United States
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Crux Rock Climbing Gym

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Jo
Review №1

Nice staff, old gym. Been around forever. Had a great time on a first date here. The two,front staff were excellemt wingman. Suffice it to say....they probably earned me the second date. BRING YOUR TINDER OR BUMBLE DATE HERE!!!!!

is
Review №2

I started climbing at Crux before the pandemic started and have continued to climb and support crux through the pandemic, even when their doors were closed, primarily because the staff and owners are just some quality, kind and caring people and I consider it a joy to support their business. I have had many talks with both owners and I can testify to the fact that they so deeply value pouring into the community and are extremely concerned with the safety of all who enter their business. From my experience with the owners I would say that they prioritize safety of their climbers above everything else. I have known the owners for years now and have climbed in their facility for years and again, I assure you, they care so much about safety and I have appreciated that so much as I have continued to climb multiple times a week through the pandemic. I highly recommend this place for any level of experience or just for a fun family outing. Its a great business ran by great people and I give them a 10 out of 10...or 5 out fo 5 since thats all I can do with google. Climb on folks!

Ju
Review №3

Yesterday we arrived to climb outdoors at the Columns, a public park near the Crux. There was an organized, supervised group there climbing and belaying, all without masks. When we asked them if they were going to mask up, they said they were outdoors and social distancing, so they were told by the Crux that they did not need to take this precaution under these circumstances. However, when we informed them that the rules had just changed, per the CDC and Governers orders, the night before, they accommodated our request and masked up. While we appreciated this, and wanted to chalk it up to ignorance of the change, when we called the Crux we were informed that the owners were leaving it up to the parents of the kids whether or not masking was required. ?! First, this blows my mind because whether someone masks up or not does not affect that persons health, it affects those upon whom they breathe. Second, that blows my mind because this is a business. Laws are not choices. Third, just on a personal level, since when do parents get to decide other peoples kids are expendable? I asked to speak to one of the owners, and have not received a call back. While I understand the issue is personal and politicized, and that it sucks for pretty much everyone, the right thing to do is to change their policy to require masking of groups (supervising social distancing would have required actual adults). This would send the message that they care about doing the right thing. Also a phone call to me informing that the policy has been changed would be appreciated.

no
Review №4

Tons of fun! Totally worth the $21! The facility was clean and the employees where very friendly and helpful. Will definitely be coming back!

An
Review №5

Our kids really enjoyed their experience at the rock climbing summer camp. The employees were very friendly and helpful. The rock gym was safe and clean.

Ca
Review №6

Prefer my home gym in indy (theres no place like home right) but definatly some good routes and interesting setups I wouldnt have thought of. To be fair Id probably have gotten more out of it if I had my gear and a lead partner but I didnt want to bro g it on a plane. If I find myself back in eugene Ill be getting a punch pass for sure!

Ty
Review №7

Fantastic gem of the northwest.😜Fun and fantastic workout. Great staff. A+ all around!

Be
Review №8

Nice little gym. Professional but laid back atmosphere. People are open and friendly here. Price was reasonable compared to other climbing gyms.

Ru
Review №9

I had a really fun time! The staff is awesome and very nice. Its in a very welcoming place and not to hard to get to.

Ku
Review №10

Nice gym, lots of variety. Really place to hang out for the day. Only complaint is some of the bouldering problems rating aren’t very consistent, a v1 was hard to distinguish from v4.

La
Review №11

What a great place! I took my fiance and my 15 year old for his birthday. Clean facility and helpful staff..will be back soon!

sa
Review №12

Such a great place. Fantastic amenities, fantastic atmosphere, and absolutely the best people. Its rare to find people so driven to make their establishment everything it can possibly be, and even rarer still to find people who do such a great job making that happen. Keep up the great work guys!

Ja
Review №13

Fantastic! Staff was friendly and super helpful. Last night was my first time rock climbing and I am hooked! Cant wait to go again.

Re
Review №14

I love my local climbing gym! Its a gem.

In
Review №15

Awsome place for whole family. Took 6 kids 4 yrs to 13yrsClimed all day and had to drag them out to give them dinner. Had a blast and will definitely be coming back!

Di
Review №16

Excellent Place!! Super chill vibes! Very clean! Really Friendly! Definitely recommend! Chill yoga! Good routes !! Always changing! Favorite spot!

me
Review №17

Switch up the routes often. Great staff, they are like family now! It is a comfortable place for people of all levels. Offers many other services, like yoga and private training.

Po
Review №18

This gym has been a second home for me since the moment I walked in the door four months ago. This family gym has everything from lead climbing, top roping to auto belays. They will even take people climbing outdoors. On Monday its females night, so if you are in the area one of the female climber volunteers will give you catch. Another perk of this gym is it has weights, a yoga class and lots of other toys to play with. People are super friendly so pop in a climb some walls.

Tr
Review №19

Amazing climbing gym. The only one that I know that has lead climbing classes for 16 and below. Great customer service too!

Ty
Review №20

Love this place great staff nice owners and love that they are open late perfect for after putting the kids to sleep =D

An
Review №21

Great place! Welcoming staff. My nephew had a blast.

Er
Review №22

I came here for the first time today during Ladies Night. It was a blast! All the staff was super friendly and knowledgeable. They also had a great sense of safety for everyone climbing and those just watching. They offer great advice to improve your climbing and make it easier. I highly recommend this place. Looking forward to coming again!

Da
Review №23

I love crux! Multiple auto belays and lots of routes. Plenty of stuff for beginners and a lot of harder stuff too. Love the bouldering options. Staff is knowledgeable and eager to help/answer questions. Great gym!

Sa
Review №24

Very beginner friendly. Perfect for the whole family. Keenan was very friendly and a great help!

Mi
Review №25

I was there in the morning and the place was almost empty. The staff was helpful and friendly. It has a few nice climbs, even if not very high. Overall we had fun. Reasonable price.

Br
Review №26

I took our family of 7 to Crux for our sons birthday and had a phenomenal experience! We are all very new to climbing and were a bit unsure of how it would go, especially with our younger kids. Needless to say, all of our concerns were put to rest. Immediately we were warmly greeted by Aubrey who helped us throughout our entire time (which ended up being over 3hrs at the gym!). He was incredibly helpful, knowledgable and most importantly patient with all of us. As a large family, big outings can be stressful and Aubrey made us feel totally comfortable and welcomed there the whole time. What a wonderful experience! Way to go Aubrey!! We will definitely be back next time we are in town!

No
Review №27

Crux provides a welcoming and professional environment for a broad range of skill levels and interests. This includes young beginners, as well as the curious novices among us.Key among Crux’s qualities are a knowledgeable and engaging staff, well maintained equipment, and guest pass benefits for members!

Pa
Review №28

My favorite place to climb in Eugene! Ladies night on Monday is great for new climbers and was my gateway to getting a membership here. The staff is amazing as well. Thanks!!

Be
Review №29

Bouldered only, on my visit. Routes are color coordinated and rated at the base of the climb. I enjoyed the climbing, and the staff was friendly. They have special pricing if you are just bouldering for the day. 🤙

An
Review №30

Crux is the only place in town to both boulder and top rope, lead climb, and enjoy four different auto belays. All the bouldering routes have been reset recently. Additionally, there is a nice fitness area upstairs. Friendly staff and climbers. Highly recommended.

Ki
Review №31

I am a wheelchair user and a 1 legged climber. Crux gym, the owner, and the staff were all absolutley amazing and went above and beyond. Not once was I made to feel disabled or different and that is huge in the world of adaptive sports. They offered to move mats, make pathways, and let me tour before I payed for a day pass. They even offered to teach me to belay which is something no other gym has done yet. The gym was clean and the shower was great. Had super hot water, great water pressure, one of those big circle shower heads, and even had top of the line shampoo and conditioner (not the typical gym soap) I was just planning on passing through town. I think Ill stay awhile.

Sy
Review №32

Love climbing here. New ownership is working out fine as well (was a little worried initially) Lots of new set routes and solid workout area in the loft with cable machine, hang board, campus wall and some cardio machines. Staff are awesome too!

Cl
Review №33

Not a big fan. Wish we had better in town.

Ga
Review №34

What an amazing climbing gym! The staff is knowledgable and friendly and the gym is very clean. Climbing routes are pleasantly challenging. Overall, 5 stars. 👍🏼

Ja
Review №35

Very friendly. Has a small weight room with basic free weights, no squat rack. Super laid back, with a wide variety of routes for all skill levels. Very well priced, as well. Theres also a shower. A great place to touch up on your climbing skills and get a workout.

Ja
Review №36

You can rent gear or bring your own. Top rope climbs from 5.6 to about 5.11, lead climbs from 5.7-8 to about 5.12, and bouldering starting at Vb going to maybe V8. The routes are switched out pretty regularly. There is belay training if you want it, and a kids program for Fridays during the school year. Good environment too.

Au
Review №37

Visited from Corvallis and loved the unique bouldering cave. Its an awesome gym and reasonably priced, especially for students. Will have to come back with a harness and try out the roped climbing. Also, huge thank you to the staff (Lee) for helping me jumpstart my cars dead battery!

Av
Review №38

Everyone here is super nice and helpful. Great place to work on your skills. The yoga/ gym area is great to have as well.

Be
Review №39

The Crux is a fun local gym - they have recently upped their game as far as route setting, and have also added some auto belays that are great for a quick climb when youre there solo. Everybody is super nice too!

Za
Review №40

Had a blast on my birthday. Front desk help was super nice and despite being my first time we were able to climb a lot of routes. Great fun, great workout too!

Ha
Review №41

Crux is by far the best climbing gym I have ever been to…Some highlights:-Super friendly extremely knowledgable staff.-Epic walls with tons of overhang, plenty of places to practice bouldering, belaying, and lead climbing.-Affordable daily/monthly rates with reasonable gear rental options.-Climbing, lead climbing, and belaying lessons.-Designated climbing routes with a fun points system so you can mark your progress.-Four Perfect Descent” brand auto belays for safe solo climbing.-Gorgeous lounge area with free wifi.-Luxury locker rooms with the best hot showers in Eugene.-Full on work out gym with weights, treadmill, heavy bag and tons of other stuff.-Free yoga classes for members.-Rad music playing all of the time.Besides all of that Crux also hosts a weekly women’s night, a weekly students night, and is super kid friendly all of the time.My son and I both recommend climbing at Crux Rock Climbing Gym unreservedly. Try it. You will like it.

Me
Review №42

Went tonight for my first time and was nervous but as soon as I got there everybody was so nice! My instructor Gloria was so patient, knowledgeable and amazing, I quickly felt comfortable and was able to do something I wasnt sure I could. So many places to clb, so many amazing climbers. 5 stars

Si
Review №43

Great smaller side gym, very relaxed and welcoming energy, and both climbing and workout area available. Rope and bouldering, auto belays, reasonable price, all good things!

As
Review №44

This is a great place for kids to go to camp. During the school year they offer classes for older kids. My son really enjoyed class and the staff were very patient and professional.

Cr
Review №45

Good routes, fun bouldering cave, cheapest day pass for bouldering in town.

Ch
Review №46

The best! Super friendly staff and amazing gym 👍🏼

De
Review №47

Awesome place, great climbing gym

Em
Review №48

I enjoy climbing here, nice social place to meet new people and routes are changed periodically. Overall polite and friendly staff.

Ke
Review №49

Great climbing gym under new ownership! Much better routes and another new autobelay!

M
Review №50

Awesome place with bouldering, lead and top rope. The routes are always changing and the staff is great. Theyre also getting autobelays soon which makes this place that much sweeter.

Ra
Review №51

The $8 boulder-only is a good value. The other climbers at the gym are also very welcoming.

Al
Review №52

Not cool, needed much better routes and terrain. Safety was absurd. check out elevation across the street instead

Lu
Review №53

Great routesetting, good for beginners through advanced climbers, great monthly rates.

To
Review №54

My son loves the kids climbing programs. Good stuff.

Da
Review №55

Great small gym. Some lead climbing, plenty of top-roping, fun bouldering

Br
Review №56

Excellent routes, cool staff and a nifty cave

Jo
Review №57

The staff is super nice and laid back. We felt a little crowded on the top rope routes so the guy working just checked us out and we were leaf climbing on the big variety of routes painlessly.

Ni
Review №58

Unsafe environment. Poor climbers are not monitored and safe practices are not enforced. Overcrowded even on a Monday. Staff is friendly, but I dont need friends when I go climb. I need to know I and others around me are safe. This place is not safe!!!

Ty
Review №59

This gym is awesome, lots of routes for beginners and experts!

Ky
Review №60

Best climbing gym in Oregon...... Possibly further

De
Review №61

Laid back atmosphere. Great routes!

Na
Review №62

The owners investment in the place seems to be increasing. Its always got nice people climbing.

ja
Review №63

Fun place to hang around. Pun intended.

Jo
Review №64

Wonderful place to spend an afternoon!

Da
Review №65

Great place to climb with your friends!!!

Da
Review №66

Love this place!

Be
Review №67

Such a great place!

Mi
Review №68

Lowest price in town for climbing. Id like to see more staff in this gym.

S'
Review №69

Always a good time

ni
Review №70

Excellent tuition & support

Th
Review №71

The walls are dirty, and its kind of expensive

St
Review №72

Go for the gold

Ma
Review №73

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  • Address:401 W 3rd Ave, Eugene, OR 97401, United States
  • Site:http://cruxrock.com/
  • Phone:+1 541-484-9535
Categories
  • Gym
  • Adventure sports
  • Cafe
  • Rock climbing gym
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:10am–10pm
  • Friday:10am–10pm
  • Saturday:10am–10pm
  • Sunday:10am–10pm
Amenities
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
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