Poughkeepsie, NY

Exploring Thrills and Adventure at The Gravity Vault in Poughkeepsie Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of the Hudson Valley lies a haven for adventure seekers and fitness enthusiasts alike - The Gravity Vault in Poughkeepsie. This premier indoor rock climbing gym is no...

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WE OFFER 2 TYPES OF ROCK CLIMBING FOR BEGINNERS:

1. Top Rope Climbing

Climbing with a Harness and Rope on our 35 foot top rope walls. To climb on our top rope walls, you must be belayed by someone with a Gravity Vault Belay Certification (see more info on Top Rope Belaying* below).

If no-one in your party has belaying experience, you can climb with one of our staff members. Call us at (845) 462-1920 or click "Book Online" in the menu above to make a reservation. Our most popular staff-led option is a Staff Belayed Climbing Session: an hour of fun top rope climbing for up to 4 people with an instructor. Do you have a group of 5 or more? Call us for group climbing options!

2. Bouldering

Climbing without ropes on our 15 foot bouldering walls. If you are looking to boulder, just come on in and purchase a Day Pass

1ST TIME CLIMBERS AND FAMILIES WITH KIDS

To climb our top-rope walls, call us! (845) 462-1920 or click "Book Online" on the menu above.

Just coming in to boulder? Come on in any time to purchase a day pass and shoe rental at the front desk; no reservation is required for bouldering.

AGE REQUIREMENTS

Our recommended minimum age is 5. Children as young as 4 can top rope climb but MUST be belayed by a Gravity Vault Instructor. Reservations are highly recommended: call (845) 462-1920 or click "Book Online" on the menu above.

*TOP ROPE BELAYING

Climbers ages 14+ can belay unsupervised in the facility. If you already know how to tie a figure-8 follow through knot with a double overhand stopper knot and can belay with a Gri-Gri device, come in any time and purchase a day pass. Our front desk staff will conduct a belay test.

If you do not know how to belay but would like to learn, we will teach you everything you need to know! We run belay classes 4 times per week and also offer private classes. Call us at (845) 462-1920 or click "Book Online" on the menu above to sign-up for one of our classes.

AUTO BELAYS

Auto belays may only be used by climbers who have a Gravity Vault Belay Certification or who are clipped in by someone who is Gravity Vault Belay Certified.

LEAD CLIMBING

Climbers ages 16+ can lead climb in the facility. Please call in advance for lead test availability (845) 462-1920.

At a Glance

Memberships, Day Rates, Adult & Kids' Classes, Youth Climbing Teams, Birthdays, Corporate Events and much more!!
More Than 13,000 sqft of Climbing
Walls Up To 40 Feet High
65 Top Rope Stations
14 Lead Only Stations
10M Speed Wall
2 Extensive Bouldering Areas Including a Cave & Top Out Boulder
Stem Chimney
Huge Lead Arch
2 Cracks
Auto Belays (climbers must be top-rope belay certified to use)
Campus & Fingerboard Training System
LED Moonboard
Rogue Fitness Rig, Cardio & Weight Training
Retail Shop
Party Room
Locker Rooms
Lounge & Wifi

Call us at 845-462-1920 or click "Book Online" on the menu above if you want to reserve an instructor-led program
One hour staff-led climbing sessions are available for groups of up to 4 people; they can be booked online or by phone
We also offer 1.5 hour staff-led climbing sessions for groups of 5 or more; call to reserve