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Ape Index Rock Climbing Gym
4.6 ★★★★★ 254 Google reviews · Climbing gym in Peoria, Arizona
Family-friendly facility for rock climbing featuring multiple levels of difficulty, plus bouldering and climbing lessons.
Plan your visit
- Gear rental nearly every climbing gym rents shoes (~$5–8 typical) and chalk; harness rental is often bundled with a ropes pass
- Waiver always required at climbing gyms — sign it online before you go to skip the front-desk line
- First timer? bouldering needs zero experience — rent shoes and walk in; staff will point you at the easiest problems
- Kids programs classes, camps, or youth teams mentioned — check the current schedule
- Ages families visit with kids 3–14, going by reviews
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (623) 242-9164
- Website climbapeindex.com
Hours
| Monday | 3–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–10 PM |
| Thursday | 3–10 PM |
| Friday | 3–10 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–7 PM |
What's inside
“You can easily flow between high walls and lower areas for bouldering and you can climb alone or with buddies.”
“First time, climbing and I love how big this place is and I love the auto belayers that make it easier to learn especially when you’re climbing alone !”
What climbers say again and again
“First time, climbing and I love how big this place is and I love the auto belayers that make it easier to learn especially when you’re climbing alone !”
“The staff were nice and helpful, and the whole vibe was just really fun.”
From the reviews
First time, climbing and I love how big this place is and I love the auto belayers that make it easier to learn especially when you’re climbing alone ! Bought some chalk for 1.50 which was cool 30 (harness and rental shoes) 22 (if you have both)
We just started this week wirh the youth club for a new climber. The owner does not try to upsale you or make you buy all the gear for your child. Part of the club fee includes the necessary gear they have on site and provide. Very nice knowledgeable staff who wants to share the love of climbing with the kids.
I LOVE this place!! I bought a Groupon for my grown kids & I, & we all had a blast!! The staff is really nice & helpful. There are climbing & bouldering options for almost any age and skill level.
Today I visited the place and had a fantastic experience. The facility was large and clean, with plenty of routes for all skill levels. They teach beginners everything and answer all your questions. the price was very reasonable, making it accessible for frequent visits.
Birthday parties at Ape Index Rock Climbing Gym
Ape Index Rock Climbing Gym hosts birthday parties — confirmed on their own site. Climbing parties come with staff who handle the harnesses and belaying, so parents can mostly watch. One thing that's different here: every guest needs a signed waiver — send the gym's waiver link to the other parents when you send invites, or check-in day gets slow. Packages, party rooms, and pricing change often, so check the current options and book ahead — weekend slots go fast at popular gyms.
Kids classes & camps at Ape Index Rock Climbing Gym
Reviews and the gym's own info mention kids programs at Ape Index Rock Climbing Gym — climbing classes, school-break camps, or a youth team where kids learn technique from coaches instead of just scrambling around. Program schedules and age groups change each season, so check the current lineup before you plan around one.
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