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FAU Recreation and Fitness Center
4.2 ★★★★☆ 60 Google reviews · Climbing gym in Boca Raton, Florida
Plan your visit
- Gear rental available — the gym mentions rentals; shoes typically run ~$5–8 and a harness 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
- Yoga & fitness mentioned alongside the climbing — ask about the class schedule and what a pass includes
- Memberships available — worth asking about if you'd climb more than a few times a month
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (561) 297-0591
- Website fau.edu
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–9 PM |
What climbers say again and again
“Pros: new equip; large space with excellent distance between machines; clean and clear environment; sanitizing wipes everywhere; good outdoor pool”
From the reviews
I've work out at the recreation center and i Did boxing training with Paul "Rocko" Cecere and i've made Boxing videos with him. Paul's Major is Exercise Science & Health Promotion and His Fitness Philosophy is Exercise is a way to stimulate all aspects of life.
Updated in Feb 2026: FAU Rec building improved since last renovation in July 2025, with new floor and new purchased equipments (almost 2 equipments per exercise). This is why I raised my rate to 4 stars.
Great rec center. Has 3 full Size indoor basketball courts, a lot of cardio machines, a variety of free weights, barbells, and machines. Also, the locker room is better than most gyms and it leads to a swimming pool. Free for students and very cheap for recent alumni or faculty & staff! Highly recommend!
This is a state of the art , beautiful facility on the FAU campus. Emily at the front desk was very friendly and helpful with the membership process. Great experience!! Thanks
Adaptive climbing
FAU Recreation and Fitness Center is mentioned for adaptive climbing or paraclimbing — sessions, equipment, or coaching that make the walls climbable for people with disabilities. Offerings like this vary a lot gym to gym and schedules change, so call ahead to ask what's available and when the next session runs.
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