Events

Marin County, CA

August 2023 - Special Events

Monday, August 7, 2023
6:00pm ~ 8:00pm
American Alpine Club Climb Night
Marin County, CA

Are you part of the American Alpine Club or curious to learn more about this impactful non-profit?

Join our open event from 6-8:00pm, where AAC members and non-AAC members are welcome to climb, have fun, try their hand at winning prizes, and more!

The American Alpine Club is a non-profit organization with a mission to share and support the passion for climbing and respect for the places we climb. They provide knowledge and inspiration, conservation and advocacy, and logistical support for the climbing community.

Event Details:
- Raffle for Cool Swag
- Learn about AAC and Their Mission of #Climb-unity

  • Free for Gravity Vault Marin members.
  • $15 for non-members, ages 21+ / $13.50 for non-members ages 14-20.
  • Free gear rentals are included!

Loved hanging out with the American Alpine Club? We are running AAC Climb Nights every 1st Monday of the month now and we'd love to see you next month!

Tuesday, August 15, 2023
6:30pm ~ 8:30pm
Queer Crush Meetup
Marin County, CA
Join us on every 3rd Tuesday of each month for Queer Crush Meetup Night! 
 
Climb in a safe and inclusive space for those diverse in their gender, romantic, and sexual orientations. As a co-sponsored event between @queercrushclimbing and @gravityvault_marin, we welcome and empower the LGBTQ+ community and allies of all abilities to find connections and support through climbing!
 
Schedule:
6:30 - 6:45 pm: Sign-in, get name tags, and warm-up.
6:45 - 7:00 pm: Welcome circle.
7:00 - 8:30 pm: Climbing & crushing!
8:30+ Post gym eats and social, location TBD
 
Event Details:
  • Free for Gravity Vault Marin members.
  • $15 for non-members, ages 21+ / $13.50 for non-members ages 14-20.
  • Free gear rentals are included!
New To The Gym?
Please allow for some time prior to the event for mandatory gym orientation, as well as taking a top rope belay test if you are certified elsewhere.
 
Saturday, August 19, 2023
12:00pm ~ 8:00pm
2nd Anniversary Party
Marin County, CA

2nd Anniversary Party: Saturday 12-8pm, Sunday 9am-6pm

The Gravity Vault Marin is celebrating its 2nd birthday and you're invited!

Join us for a weekend filled with fun, prizes, try-a-climb with staff, friendly competitions, community tablings, membership specials and much more!

New or experienced climber - there's something for everyone! All are welcome!

Oh and did we mention, day passes are ONLY $5!

ANNIVERSARY PARTY SCHEDULE

Saturday, August 19th Sunday, August 20th
  • 12pm - 8pm
  • $5 admission
  • Try-A-Climb all day long
  • Raffles & Prizes
  • Membership Specials
  • 20% Off Retail
  • 9am - 6pm
  • $5 admission
  • Try-A-Climb all day long
  • Raffles & Prizes
  • Membership Specials
  • 20% off Retail

Climbing Competitions and Challenges
Don’t miss the chance to win incredible prizes from your favorite brands and guidebook authors! No pre-registration is necessary - just show up and show off your incredible climbing skills! Must be at least 5 years old to participate. Speed Climbing will have separate kid and adult routes.

Saturday, August 19th Sunday, August 20th
  • Speed Climbing, 1pm-2:30pm
  • Routesetter's Challenge, 2pm-6pm
  • Dyno Comp, 2pm-6pm
  • Kid's Challenge Route (up to age 13), 2pm-6pm
  • Speed Climbing, 5pm-6:30pm
  • Speed Climbing, 9:30am-11am
  • Routesetter's Challenge, 11am-3pm
  • Dyno Comp, 11am-3pm
  • Kid's Challenge Route (up to age 13), 11am-3pm
  • Speed Climbing, 3pm-4:30pm

Workshops
Spend some quality time with the routesetters in a small group climbing session. Plus, try a new use for your old ropes with a key chain making workshop.

Saturday, August 19th Sunday, August 20th
  • Climb With The Routesetters, 12-2pm.
    • 12:00pm - 12:55pm
    • 1:00pm - 1:55pm
    • Sign up for a 55 minute session
  • Upcycled Rope Key Chain Making Workshop with Ropes for Rescues, 12pm-4pm
    • Bring retired ropes from home to donate

Community Meet and Greet Tables
Learn more about meetup groups we host at our gym as well as other partners of Gravity Vault Marin.

Saturday, August 19th Sunday, August 20th
  • Lagartijas Climbing Crú, 12pm - 3pm
  • Queer Crush, 2pm-5pm
  • American Alpine Club, 3pm - 7pm
    • Mystery Prize Raffles
  • Lady Crush Crew, 4pm - 7pm
  • American Alpine Club, 12pm - 4pm
    • Mystery Prize Raffles
  • Golden State Bouldering Guide Book Author Kimbrough Moore, 12pm - 6pm

Team Gravity Vault & Kid's Classes

Have questions about any of our kid’s programs - Meet the Coaches during designated hours each day to find out more and sign your kids up for the program that best suits them.

Saturday, August 19th Sunday, August 20th
  • Meet the Coaches, 1pm - 4pm
  • Meet the Coaches, 10am - 3pm

 

Sunday, August 20, 2023
9:00am ~ 6:00pm
2nd Anniversary Party
Marin County, CA

2nd Anniversary Party: Saturday 12-8pm, Sunday 9am-6pm

The Gravity Vault Marin is celebrating its 2nd birthday and you're invited!

Join us for a weekend filled with fun, prizes, try-a-climb with staff, friendly competitions, community tablings, membership specials and much more!

New or experienced climber - there's something for everyone! All are welcome!

Oh and did we mention, day passes are ONLY $5!

ANNIVERSARY PARTY SCHEDULE

Saturday, August 19th Sunday, August 20th
  • 12pm - 8pm
  • $5 admission
  • Try-A-Climb all day long
  • Raffles & Prizes
  • Membership Specials
  • 20% Off Retail
  • 9am - 6pm
  • $5 admission
  • Try-A-Climb all day long
  • Raffles & Prizes
  • Membership Specials
  • 20% off Retail

Climbing Competitions and Challenges
Don’t miss the chance to win incredible prizes from your favorite brands and guidebook authors! No pre-registration is necessary - just show up and show off your incredible climbing skills! Must be at least 5 years old to participate. Speed Climbing will have separate kid and adult routes.

Saturday, August 19th Sunday, August 20th
  • Speed Climbing, 1pm-2:30pm
  • Routesetter's Challenge, 2pm-6pm
  • Dyno Comp, 2pm-6pm
  • Kid's Challenge Route (up to age 13), 2pm-6pm
  • Speed Climbing, 5pm-6:30pm
  • Speed Climbing, 9:30am-11am
  • Routesetter's Challenge, 11am-3pm
  • Dyno Comp, 11am-3pm
  • Kid's Challenge Route (up to age 13), 11am-3pm
  • Speed Climbing, 3pm-4:30pm

Workshops
Spend some quality time with the routesetters in a small group climbing session. Plus, try a new use for your old ropes with a key chain making workshop.

Saturday, August 19th Sunday, August 20th
  • Climb With The Routesetters, 12-2pm.
    • 12:00pm - 12:55pm
    • 1:00pm - 1:55pm
    • Sign up for a 55 minute session
  • Upcycled Rope Key Chain Making Workshop with Ropes for Rescues, 12pm-4pm
    • Bring retired ropes from home to donate

Community Meet and Greet Tables
Learn more about meetup groups we host at our gym as well as other partners of Gravity Vault Marin.

Saturday, August 19th Sunday, August 20th
  • Lagartijas Climbing Crú, 12pm - 3pm
  • Queer Crush, 2pm-5pm
  • American Alpine Club, 3pm - 7pm
    • Mystery Prize Raffles
  • Lady Crush Crew, 4pm - 7pm
  • American Alpine Club, 12pm - 4pm
    • Mystery Prize Raffles
  • Golden State Bouldering Guide Book Author Kimbrough Moore, 12pm - 6pm

Team Gravity Vault & Kid's Classes

Have questions about any of our kid’s programs - Meet the Coaches during designated hours each day to find out more and sign your kids up for the program that best suits them.

Saturday, August 19th Sunday, August 20th
  • Meet the Coaches, 1pm - 4pm
  • Meet the Coaches, 10am - 3pm

 

Monday, August 28, 2023
7:00pm ~ 9:45pm
Slack Line Mondays
Marin County, CA

Bet you never thought you'd look forward to Mondays!

The last Monday of every month at 7-9:45 pm we'll set up a slackline for your enjoyment! Bring a buddy, come to climb, and hop on the line! Slack lining is a challenging and fun workout perfect for heightening sensitivity in your feet for enhanced footwork, increasing your overall coordination and full-body awareness, as well as a fun pass time to connect with others!

Try it out - no prior experience is needed! We'll have a staff member present at all times to lend a guiding hand.

Thursday, August 31, 2023
6:30pm ~ 8:30pm
Lady Crush Crew Meetup
Marin County, CA
New to climbing? Not new to climbing? Looking for a sweet crew to climb with? Join the Lady Crush Crew from 6:30-8:30pm! Lady Crush Crew events are hosted at Gravity Vault Marin typically on the last Thursday of every month!
 
We’re a crew of women and non binary individuals who like to climb and connect! No skills required just come as you are!
 
Event Details:
  • 6:30 - 8:30pm
  • Free for Gravity Vault Marin members.
  • $15 for non-members, ages 21+ / $13.50 for non-members ages 14-20.
  • Free gear rentals are included!
New To The Gym?
Please allow for some time prior to the event for mandatory gym orientation, as well as taking a top rope belay test if you are certified elsewhere.