This is a really great place. They are very helpful and considerate. Mary is really great. Ali is a really great instructor. He’s very patient and knowledgeable.

Amazing community and amazing gym. I just started climbing here after moving away from my main gym, and I was quite nervous about how people would be like here. Everyone I have met has been very kind and welcoming, without and hesitation, and because of that I am already making new friends! The gym itself is very spacious, with a large bouldering area, a huge wall for sport climbing, and above the bouldering section there are a good handful of auto belay routes, for when you dont have anyone to climb with. There is also a small area with weights that I have heard exists, but that I have not been to myself, a small mock ice climbing area, and lots of places where you can put your stuff (mostly cubbies, but there are some lockers). Overall the gym is amazing and has exceeded all my expectations, and the community that climbs here is one of the most welcoming communities there is. 5 stars, 10/10 would recommend to anyone, climber or not.

Great climbing gym with friendly staff. The distribution of climbing grades makes this a good place to train for all levels of climbers. Features a healthy amount of slabs and under hangs.

Did some climbing in the dark on Halloween 🎃 this place has a distinct charm, different than the Planet Rock in Ann Arbor. Good mix of bouldering, top rope, lead climbing and also some slabs. There is speed climbing too but I think it might only be for team members.Great place for all skill levels. They have a small fitness area if that concerns you.Props to the route setters.

Im a very big fan of Planet Rocks two locations. They have an excellent staff thats very polite, personable, and trained. I personally have a slight preference for the Madison Heights location because it feels more open, more colorful, and has a lovely resting spot.However I have a friend that prefers the Ann Arbor location because they have more routes that hes able to climb and he thinks theyre rotated out more often (we havent confirmed this).

Terrible experience for myself and a friend that drove 30mins to only get denied access because we had to wait 1 hour for their $40 cash grab training session. Their policy says you must be belay trained in order to boulder (ridiculous). Ive been climbing in California for four years at numerous gyms and that was a first for me. Id like to thank them as well, because their denial of access allowed me to find Dyno Detroit which is a brand new, clean, no bs rock climbing gym.

Im impressed by the size and span of the rock walls and the customer service gives a good first impression. I like that there are learning opportunities for children. However, I am giving 4 stars because I wanted very much to see my climber in action, but spectators are not allowed due to Covid restrictions. I appreciate the efforts to protect against Covid. I just wish they could find an innovative way to showcase the climbers to family members.

Great facility! Really friendly and helpful staff. I had lead class with Dave, he was super nice, patient and knowledgeable, I’ve learned a lot! I highly recommend this place.

Super fun got me into rock climbing for life

Awesome place! So much fun. Austin did a fantastic job with my beginner lesson. Ill definitely be back

I havent been rock climbing in a very long while, I believe Ren is the one who assisted me in finding the right harness and shoes to purchase. The entire staff is amazingly helpful and attentive to the safety of all climbers . Cant wait to come back

This gym insist you to blay certified even you wish to Bouldering only. Cash grab I would not recommend it.

Always a great place to go! Lots of different climbing routes for all skill levels. They have done a great job with COVID keeping the place clean and a safe number of people for each time slot.

Good selection of bouldering and rock climbing (with auto belays for solo climbers). Hanging boards for training. Plenty of gear and snacks for sale. Best of all the employees are very friendly and helpful! Pricey but there isnt really anywhere else to go.

Excellent staff. They have wide range of membership for all. And only one around which is best.

Love this place! I go here once in a while to Boulder and they have a good sized boldering section. I like how they are always changing the routes, not sure how often, but it’s always different when I go. Routes are challenging. Both the staff and the climbers seem pretty friendly.

Awesome! The staff is super helpful and knowledgeable. Most are dedicated climbers themselves. Ive been climbing here for about a year. The environment, routes and community are all top notch. Routes change on a very regular basis. The gear shop is stocked full of great quality material and the selection is decent also. They also have yoga and aerial silks classes. The only thing that could improve is the weight room.

This place was awesome! Mike was our instructor for training. He was very knowledgeable and a great teacher. Definitely coming back soon to get some bulk passes.

I fail to see how forcing customers to purchase an overpriced punch card helps prevent covid. Enjoy the cash grab

My favorite place to be. This place has it all! Amazing and very helpful staff, beginner friendly, advanced climber friendly, great location, clean gym, friendly members. So pleased with this place.

Amazing, fun place for everyone! Friendly staff, clean, safe environment. I highly recommend a visit!

Love this place! The class was very informative and the instructor was so nice and patient with each person.

1st time rock climbing and the instructor was awesome! She was very patient and helped our small class of 7. The safety instructions were pretty straight forward and easy to follow. The price was low and includes a free return trip within 30 days. Lots of walls to climb with varying degrees of difficulty. You can free climb, climb with a partner or climb solo. I climbed by myself with 1 of the many self repelling hookups. Definitely will be returning in the near future.

Phenomenal people who work here. Also the clientele are really friendly.

Awesome place. Great price. Tons of fun in a great location

Such a great place! It was my first time rock climbing and I was super nervous. Nate (the instructor/staff member) was awesome. Really fun personality && makes sure you know what you’re doing before you & your partner start climbing. Def recommend!

I have climbed here for a couple years, several times per week. This facility has a lot of variety from slab to overhung (for boulders and rope - many routes can be done lead or top rope). The route setting is great and turned over regularly. The employees have great attitudes and are very knowledgeable and helpful. Highly recommend.

This is one of, if not the best gym in Michigan, I regularly make an hour and a half drive to climb here. Lots of bouldering, top rope and lead climbing. This was also the fist place that I had ever climbed, so there is something for every skill level.

Very nice staff. Very nice set up. They have many options to climb from easy to pro. Staff is always asking if help is needed. They have great instructions for beginners. They have good snacks, coffee, tea, clean bathrooms. The gear you get is nice not super cheap.

I love Planet Rock! Super friendly staff, great atmosphere, definitely give it a try!

Came here as a first time climber and it was a great experience. If you are new to the gym you have to take an intro class, even if its not your first time climbing. The intro price includes unlimited climbing for the remainder of that day, plus one other day that month. The facility is clean, but it seems small because it is very busy. Make sure to watch out for those around you when coming off the wall because there are people everywhere and kids there too. They have tons of options for those who are beginner or advanced. There are also lockers, a coffee counter, gym, retail, and more. I would definitely recommend trying it out, fun and challenging way to spend a few hours of your free time.

One year ago, the allure of rock climbing finally brought me to Planet Rock in Madison Heights. The Intrinsic structure of climbing was mysterious, and I soon learned would entail a world of its own. Just like anything in life, one can submerge themselves in an activity, stay there for decades, and sculpt their own version. My first day climbing... A quick 45 min session would teach us to belay properly and climb on top rope. Piece of cake, great instructor Jen and important knowledge for beginners. I immediately jumped on 5.10s to test my strength. What a nightmare, but I knew they would soon be possible. Aftermath of that day: Chairs were much harder to push in, forearms left like jello, and fingers were miraculously still attached. Fast forward one year later... I am comfortably climbing 5.11s. Last week, my girlfriend and I scheduled our lead climbing class at Planet Rock. Our Instructor Garrett was down to earth, answered any questions we had, and kept us safe at all times. Dave and Kyle were also extreamly helpful in those following days bestowing their expertise to the best of their ability. Every time I decide to climb I enjoy it more and more. I would feel a lack in my life if I never decided to give it a try. Thank you Planet Rock and all the employees for making my climbing journey safe, memorable, and most importantly, fun.

Awesome place for climbing and bouldering! Very knowledgeable and friendly staff! Reasonably priced. Fun for all ages and experience levels! You do have to pay extra and take an instructional class if its your first time, even if you are just bouldering. They take their time, though, and teach you the right way to climb safely. You also get a free day pass for paying for the class, so its totally worth it! I like that safety is clearly a top priority.

Found this place on Groupon a couple years ago now. I was hooked instantly. This is a great gym. Great for beginners and pros alike. Staff is always helpful and friendly. Routes are constantly changing so there are always new problems to work on. A nice array of classes as well to get you from the gym to real rock. Can be a bit expensive but I am not sure about prices around the country for this type of gym. Not a bad thing to say about the place.

The routes are good although I feel as though they lack awareness of foot positioning for clipping and good flow. The price for a membership is also much higher then Ive experienced in gyms out West. Maybe this is due to lack of competition. Overall good for the area but theres nothing else within reasonable driving distance besides their Ann Arbor location.

I cant believe this place has any bad reviews. People will complain about anything. Ive been here over a 100 times and will continue to come back. Some of the nicest people ive ever met. Great climbing!

This gym insists on getting belay certified even for bouldering, which is non-roped climbing. Ive been to a number of gyms out west and in the Midwest. Ive never been to a gym that has this requirement, and I cant see any good reason for this rule. It was disappointing to take my three brothers who havent climbed before and not be able to boulder with them while were visiting family in the area. Apparently, you can take the gyms class to learn how to belay, but its more money and more time for something that could be fun for families and first time climbers.

Great facilities, best indoor in Michigan.

First time doing indoor rock climbing & this place was very cool. They start you off with a 1 hour class learning how to use the harness & ropes as well as holding the rope for your climbing partner (belaying). The class is quick & easy yet very informative. The instructor (I wish I had his name) was awesome! He was easy to work with, fun & knew what he was doing. After the class you have full run of the place which is huge! The cost for a first timer is $40ish which includes the class, rental of all gear and unlimited climbing for the day. (It also includes a 2nd day of climbing that you have to use within 30 days) We visited on a Saturday afternoon & although it was really busy, there was plenty of space & places to climb. The only thing that stopped us from climbing was exhaustion, not the other patrons or waiting in line. Bouldering was really fun but much harder than climbing the regular walls with a harness. If youve always wanted to try this sport or are just interested in checking it out, I highly recommend giving this place a shot.

This place is a joke if you’re a serious climber. The season pass price is like $800 to get access to a filthy gym that decides to close early on the weekends and on holidays. If you want to climbing you better take time off from work to go because during rush hours it’s packed and it closes early.

When I first started here it was really fun and there was always a route available, now it seems that this place has become less accessible. There isnt enough parking on a weeknight and people have been told they have to move their cars or park at a neighboring lot. Plus they have recently reduced the amount of auto belay walls so good luck coming here solo. Wish they would add more auto routes or open a bigger location. Staff is usually friendly. I feel like prices are high considering the availability of routes in the evenings.

Had such a great time! So much fun and a great workout!! Instructor that gave the one hour lesson was really patient and made sure everyone in the group understood what they were doing. Just wish they had more auto belay walls so my husband and I could climb at the same time.

This place is awesome. My girlfriend and I have annual memberships and it is beyond worth the money. The employees are INCREDIBLY friendly and helpful. Theyre always willing to go the extra mile to make sure climbers stay safe and have fun. They offer basic gym equipment and yoga classes free to members and have a good selection in the pro shop. I cant speak highly enough about this gym and the folks that make it run. Keep being fantastic, guys!

This gym is the tri-fecta. Great Boulder, Lead and Speed. Staff are great and prices are reasonable. They also have a pretty good pro-shop.Gym can be cold at times so bring layers.

I tried to try the place out for the first time and wanted to only bolder. They refused to let me climb because i did not know how to tie the belay knot (not like i would be using one for boldering anyways) and because the routes were too hard. ridiculous rules. Watched people bolder without harness and wondered about the logic behind their rules.

The best gym in the world...Awesome members...Outstanding customer service...I would tell everyone about this amazing wonderfully staffed gym.

Great gym! The Boulder, Top Rope, and lead areas are refreshed at a good rate. PR even has an Ice Climbing area to get get into the sport.Staff is helpful when then can be. Sometimes it is a packed in the gym and they may take a few extra minutes but what service businesses doesn’t lag a little when they are busy.In short...try them a few times. First time is mainly for learning/safety, second time is for fun!

From a non-rock climbers perspective, this gym was laid out really well and had lots of courses. My boyfriend has been rock climbing here for three years and loves it. They lay out new courses pretty often, and have climbing competitions. However, when I went to register at the front desk, the woman was not nice. I know it didnt help that my boyfriend and I were confusing, but she could have at least been nicer instead of snarling at us. I would have walked out the door and never gone back if it werent for my boyfriend being the more patient of us. It took about 10-15 minutes for me to get over the situation, and Im normally a pretty calm well-tempered person. However, the instructor I had was great, and I enjoyed belaying.

Had the best time here! Reilly is the best teacher! Very. Challenging walls but a lot of fun!

Super fun place. Adam was the person who gave me my lesson being a first time climber. He was super friendly and patient. Made sure i knew every bit of useful information before starting to climb. Decently priced as well. First time pass includes a pass for a second visit.Will be going back soon.

Went to this gym while away from my home gym in MN and loved the variety of cracks here. All are next to each other in an area that doesnt overlap with other climbs. The routes I climbed while there were nicely set. Some of the holds are older--polished and dirty-- but thats what youre going to find in a lot of places outdoors, so this is good practice. Theres a great hangout area with a coffee shop, fireplace and a store. The locker rooms are large and new. Theres also an area with regular gym equipment and a dry tool practice area, if thats your thing. The only downside was that the walls upstairs felt hollow and that was strange to feel while climbing.

Happy to see this place coming along so well. Staff is nice, place is clean, they are constantly switching up the routes/boulders. Im sure once it is fully finished it will be a five star place. Competitively priced too, climbing is becoming more mainstream yet they havent upped their prices even when they opened the new gym. Keep it up.

I wouldnt even give this place one star. The people who work at this location were rude. I was asking about a party that I RSVP for and the staff almost turned me down because they thought I needed a paid membership to enter the party, when it was for anyone who registered for their website. Once at the party I felt out of place and no one was willing to answer any of my questions. They permitted drinking at this party which confused me. Drink isnt safe while rock climbing, I thought??? Is it supposed to smell like feet? I thought we keep on our shoes? I really wanted just a tour of the place that is why I went to this party today. After today, I know now to never go there again.

We came with two little ones to rock climb today and I wanted to warn others that this is not a family friendly place. If you are rock climbing for sport and are serious about it then maybe it is for you. I’ve rock climbed for 8 years growing up and know perfectly how to. I know how to clip in and tie the knot as well but they require a mandatory lesson that is $45 and an hour long. Makes no sense. The manager lady was extremely rude from the get go. We didn’t even say two words yet and she was yelling at us. The other people and the guy who gave us the lesson was very nice, but if you’re looking to come and have a fun climb with kids, go somewhere else.

Excellent climbing gym, great programs for kids and adult training classes as well. I just wish it was bigger! Gets pretty busy at times.

Friendly atmosphere and a great place for climbers of all skill levels. Planet Rock offers basic introductory safety for those who just want to explore and learn on their own, as well as a full range of classes for everyone from beginners to those looking to take their skills to advanced routes.A large bouldering area, coupled with toprope and lead climbing routes, offers something for everyone to enjoy.

This place is amazing its fun and it has a whole bunch of different rock climbing

Amazing staff and incredible lead routes! Ive been to a ton of gyms due to a traveling job, and those lead routes are some of the most creative and entertaining routes Ive ever had the pleasure to climb. They also let me in for free due to an upcoming birthday! What an awesome crew.

Went for the first time and the lesson was outstanding. The instructor made us feel very comfortable with every step of learning our safety checks for belaying and climbing. Great facility and excellent staff! I will be back

The best gym in the world...Awesome members...Outstanding customer service.

The Pontiac gym was my second home shortly after I graduated high school. I had never been a cool kid and it was awesome to finally find a place where I belonged. I had a diverse group of fellow climbers as friends and spent hours with them learning new techniques. Now, many years later all my kids climb and love it. It still feels like home. Occassionally a familiar face will pop up too.

Great time. Instructor was thorough. Clean place with gear for purchase. Not too crowded. Its a pretty large place to begin with. All around I have no complaints at all. Get out there and climb! (Safely of course)

Huge facility, even when it’s busy there’s always routes to do. Great variety of climbs and friendly staff

Fave bouldering gym in the country maybe. Very tall walls. Steep.Super nice staff.

Great climbing gym! Friendly staff and great service. Really enjoy how often they change the courses.

Both my kids climb at both Planet Rock gyms, and we could not be happier. The staff are super friendly, and the kids programs they have in place are superb. Nothing seems too much trouble. We have climbed in gyms all over the Mid West, and these gyms are right up there with the best. The routes are updated constantly, so it is like going to a new gym all the time. Safety is paramount, and the staff are not afraid to point out concerns to experienced climbers if they feel they are not being super safe, or their technique is a little lacking. If youve never climbed give it a go, I think you and your family will love it!

Great staff, great gear store, helpful lessons, yoga is amazing, facility is top notch. Great program for beginners and enough to keep you busy constantly for members.

Planet rock is a great climbing gym and I have had a membership here for the past two years. My only complaints are that the gym sometimes closes for competitions and you can’t boulder if it’s a top roping competition or vice versa and there is no discount for members when these competitions occur, meaning you pay a price higher than a day pass to only climb a limited number of routes. Also, the routes are fun but are by no means the best. For example, Terra Firma in Grand Rapids always has stellar, interesting, challenging routes that force you to think. Sometimes planet rock can have pretty straight forward routes, and, though still challenging, they are not as much of a mental puzzle.

The climbing here is first class and the staff are super friendly and helpful.

The routes are good, but the staff are excellent. (But I really do mean that the routes are good ;)

TL;DR - Youre going to pay a big fee for orientation for top roping even if all you want to do is boulder. Safety is understandable but paying an insane fee for an orientation class is insane.Ive been bouldering for about 3 years now and I was in town to visit some friends. I found Planet Rock via Google Maps and figured Id sneak in for a quick boulder session. Turned out thats not really an option at this gym.Now I understand that all gyms I have ever visited require that you go through an orientation process to explain safety regulations for the safety of the climber, the gym, and for all legal reasons. But even if all you want to do is boulder, no top roping or lead climbing, youre required to still take a rope course and pay an insane fee for the class. Why is it that this gyms insurance or safety guidelines require a ropes course just to boulder when there are tons of gyms Ive been to that dont require this service? I just wish this could be re-worked so you can bring more people into the sport - I find this very uninviting.

This place is awesome. Nice staff. Regularly change up routes. Yoga classes included for members. I spend a lot of time here and would recommend it to anyone.

Everyone is super encouraging and supportive. Attended a yoga class with Claire - shes a great instructor and the workout is amazing. I felt strong and relaxed after the class.

This was a great experience. Friendly staff make this gym a winner. I am new to the sport and am surprised by the level of exhaustion I feel after a session. There are a ton of things to do here, from bouldering to sport. They even have a couple of slacklines to work on your balance. There are plenty of auto belay routes also if you dont have a partner. I intend on making this a regular stop. This is the most fun Ive ever had working out, I certainly found some muscles I havent used in awhile. We took a short class on the toprope belay system and its use. The instructor was informative and very patient. Thanks again Planet Rock.

Planet rock really only seems to care about their youth team, and results in members being treated like second class citizens. I guess thats what happens when they are the only climbing gym around. Also the infuriating fact that theres no bouldering only pass (literally the only climbing gym Ive visited out of dozens around the country without one) really inhibits newcomers to try climbing; a mandatory $45 belay lesson package when they may only want to boulder is ridiculous. On top of all that, the staff is very rude and have quite the ego. I really hope someone starts a new climbing gym to bring some much needed competition around this area.

This place requires you either pass a belay certification or pay for a $45 hour-long class to learn how, even if you just want to boulder. Ive gone to other gyms that had top ropes, and the most they required was a brief demonstration if you said you only wanted to boulder.

Everyone that works here and goes here are super nice. I recently picked up the sport and the environment is great for learning and building friendships. The facilities are quite nice and the routs keep changing so it doesnt get boring.

This gym is a fantastic place to learn how to climb safely!The staff create a welcoming environment. Theyre always willing to answer questions, give you information about products/climbing techniques, and are extremely thoughtful and outgoing. As someone who struggles with severe anxiety, this makes going to the gym a low stress environment.I think staff being so kind encourages the other climbers to be the same way. The vast majority of the other patrons are friendly. The other climbers are good about grabbing the staff if they see anything unsafe.The gym is kept clean, organized, and in good upkeep - I have yet to encounter any loose rocks or other safety hazards while climbing. The staff patrol the gym to keep an eye on all climbers. If they notice anyone participating in unsafe behavior, they are quick to correct the behavior.The routes are changed once a month or so in order to give climbers new challenges. Each climb is ranked to show if it is a beginner climb or more advanced. Different climbs teach different techniques.Other reviews complain about the orientation price. I dont agree. I believe the orientation price is around $44. This includes a day pass (normally $17-20), an additional day pass (usable within 30 days), your gear (belay device, harness, shoes - altogether ~$10), AND the safety course (which teaches how to safely tie in to the rope and how to safely belay a partner).Overall, this is a fantastic gym with professional/phenomenal staff. You guys are doing amazing work!

Its so great to be back!!

We were visiting from California, and our group was forced to do a belay class and test ($44) even though we just wanted to Boulder. This was expensive, time consuming, and unnecessary.

Its the best place for a family workout!! I take my two young kids with me to hit the wall. The growth the kids are having is impacting their character with the hard work, persistence, and grit. Great!

Has everything you could expect from your local climbing gym! Lots of sports climbing, extensive bouldering area, hangboards, crack climbing, and even a Moon Board!In mid-2017 they opened a new bouldering area (to the left as you enter) that greatly expands their beginner offering (before it was a little poor), and also includes some harder boulders.Best gym in the area!

Absolutely fantastic. If I could afford it Id live there. 😀

Had my daughters 9th birthday party there!!! Everything was just great! The room where we had the party was perfect and they were absolutely great with the kids!! Everyone had a great time and truly enjoyed this experience. Excellent!!!!

Great gym, bouldering, top rope, lead climbing, ice climbing, cracks, its has it all. Routes are changed often, good variety, even includes a small traditional gym. Very good climbing gym! Highly recommended.

Bouldering, top rope, and sport routes, with a variety of difficulty to satisfy beginners or more advanced climbers. The instructors for their classes are very knowledgeable, and it is a great way to learn how to transition to climbing outdoors.

We had our 9 year olds birthday party here and it was a blast. Great group of instructors who were extremely and patient and fun with tour group of 10 boys and girls. Cant recommend it enough!

Awesome facility and staff, could not have asked for a better experience. This location is about a 45 minute drive away from me, but I still find it worth it to take the extra time to make the trip here.

This place is huge, change up the routes frequently and offer classes all the time. I moved to the area and was so happy to find this place since my old gym is about 2.5 hours away.

This is a really solid climbing gym. The walls have around 60 feet of vert with shorter, 40ish foot walls that are mostly auto belay. The only downside i have with this gym is the lack of variety with regard to the bouldering. Its all very steep, with usually only a few vertical problems and absolutely no slabs. That being said if you like steep climbing the bouldering and lead climbing here will certainly provide you with plenty of entertainment.

Love this place just got a membership for 6 months. does anyone know how often they change their route?

Nick was very accommodating, and went out of his way to get me climbing today. Very challenging bouldering, I will definitely be back.

Used to be a great place to climb but hours are horrible and prices keep going up- they know they have a monopoly and exploit it. Do not give them your money!

Less crowded than the Ann Arbor location. Good climbing over all.

Incompetent staff, incapable of conversation (possibly high), turned my group of two away at the door. Said their last class of the night began 15 minutes ago, yet walking out the door an instructor was just about to begin a class with only 5 participants. Scolded us and gave us no helpful alternatives as to how we could possibly get in to climb. Truly awful experience.

Joe was kinda rude. The guy who looks like Sinjin was the GOAT.

Great place so great that I request you guys open up for Sundays. So many climbers love Sunday climbing 🙏🏻 Pleaaaase even if its from 10-3 or somthing short.

This place is a lot of fun. Seeing as it is the only climbing gym in the area it can get busy at times. Also if it your first time going they will charge you for a safety class.

Killer gym. These guys are moving soon, and the new location looks awesome. Cant wait.

I’ve been climbing at Planet Rock for years and love it. Now that I’m a dad I get to being my daughter and we climb together!