Nestled between Brooklyn’s iconic Cobble Hill and Park Slope neighborhoods, Movement Gowanus stands as the largest climbing gym in New York City. Our facility spans 36,000 square feet and features over 300 different top rope, lead climbing, and bouldering problems across three massive floors. Specifically designed to accommodate a wide range of fitness interests, our Gowanus location offers amenities such as yoga, acro, HIIT, Pilates, and more. Welcome to Movement Gowanus!
upcoming classes
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Sunrise Yoga
Vinyasa
Marin D.
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Vinyasa Flow
Vinyasa
John F.
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Adaptive Climbing Group
Meet Ups
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Restorative Yoga (Class Full)
Gentle
Aurora V.
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Sunrise Yoga
Vinyasa
Noah L.
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HIIT
Conditioning
Abby D.
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Introduction to Bouldering (Class Full)
Introductory
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Climbing Party (Class Full)
One Day Programs
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Introduction to Rope Climbing (Class Full)
Introductory
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Introduction to Rope Climbing (Class Full)
Introductory
social connections
new member meetups 🙂↔️
whether you just joined or you’re on your 5th key fob, we gotchu! check out our sweet schedule of member events running through february + share with your friends ➡️
Ever wish you could climb after hours?
In just over a week, Owl Night returns to Movement LIC for 12 hours of climbing, competing, and community fun—all in support of @paracliffhangers 🦉
From an overnight endurance comp to mini-clinics, hammocks, and late-night laps under the lights, this is not your average gym night.
📍 Movement LIC
🗓️ January 24
⏰ 4PM–4AM
🔗 Register via link in bio to snag tix from PCH
This could be YOU 🫵
Whether you’ve been looking for a new hobby, or a reason to put more stickers on your water bottle, you won’t regret trying climbing.
Hit the link in our bio to take advantage of our $0 initiation and 25% off January deal before it leaves at the end of the month!
Meet your Gowanus head setter 🤠Chris has been setting at Gowanus since the gym opened in 2022 and is one of the minds behind the movement you love. Get to know him and his setting career below 👇
1. How did you begin setting?
I started setting back when I worked at First Ascent in Chicago. I’d done just about everything at the gym. I worked front desk, youth programs, even helped with construction, and till I eventually got a shot at setting. Once I started, I was hooked. Setting was the right mix of creativity, problem-solving, and fitness.
2.Favorite move to set?
Something balance-y.
3. Have you had any memorable career highlights or routes you’ve set?
In 2025, we set the Grey Wall zone at Gowanus as a kind of curated history of routesetting. Each section represented a different era or style: one was hyper-futuristic with maximalist features and overlapping holds; right next to it was a “moon board” or 90’s-style wall that was a sea of one-handed crimps. Another zone was themed around circles, and one more had a big stacked-volume feature. It was a cool mix of eras and aesthetics all living on the same wall. I was really happy with how it turned out. (anyone remember this set 👀)
4. Favorite place to climb outside?
Horse Pens 40 in Alabama.
5. What are you doing when you’re not climbing?
Cooking and exploring new food spots around the city. I’m a pretty adventurous eater, so I’m always on the lookout for something I haven’t tried before.
Your 2026 training plan starts here 💫
Peak Performance Team = your built-in climbing crew 🤝 plus a coach who’s got your back and weekly sessions designed to keep you progressing.
💪 Train with purpose
🧗 Climb with friends + stay accountable
🎯 Reach your goals with a personalized plan
✨ Unlimited gym access + full membership included
All levels welcome. Come as you are—grow as you go 🚀
👉 Check out the link in our bio to fill out your interest form!
… it’s kind of a no-brainer 👀
Join now and get 25% off your first month of climbing, yoga, and fitness + $0 initiation at Movement.
Unlimited access, member perks, and way more ways to move in the new year!
Go ahead, make the right choice and head to the link in bio to join 🔜
🦉Owl Night is back! That means up to 12 hours of climbing, community, and late-night fun, all for a great cause in supporting @paracliffhangers.
Join us on January 24th at Movement LIC for an overnight climb-a-thon and giant party rolled into one to raise funds for adaptive rock climbing programs that bring climbers and allies together through community, adventure, and movement!
✨ Here’s what you can expect:
• Endurance comp throughout the night + prizes
• Mini-clinics such as adaptive climbing, wilderness medicine, and photography
• Great vibes with music, hammocks in the cave, face painting, and more
📍Movement LIC
🗓️Saturday, January 24th
⏰4PM - 4AM
🔗 All attendees must register with ParaCliffHangers and Movement via the link in bio
A huge shoutout to our community partners who are making this festival possible: @mohonkpreserve @kinshipclimbingcollective @gunksclimbers @nycclimbingcollective @riseoutsidecollective @asianclimbingtribe @arcteryxnewyork @patagonia @rylander_west @chris_vultaggio @circus.academy.ny
📸: Christina Fleming (@artcavebychristina) + Josh Brede (@joshbrede)
This is the resolution that sticks 💪 kick off the New Year with 25% off your first month of climbing, yoga, and fitness at Movement!
Membership gives you everything you need to start strong (and keep going):
• Unlimited climbing at all Movement locations nationwide
• Unlimited yoga & fitness classes
• Two first-time guest passes per day
• Monthly guest pass
• Gear & apparel discounts
• Free intro classes
• Exclusive member events
• Exclusive discounts and perks with partner brands
This is your year, and we promise this is a resolution you won`t want to quit. Join now at the link in our bio!
Our Directors
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Jules
Schoendorf
Director
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AJ
Carter
Assistant Director
meet our partners
We partner with organizations that help bring down social and physical barriers to climbing and who are committed to preserving and protecting the planet.
say hello
We’d love to hear from you if you have questions, comments, or ideas.
FAQs
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What’s included with a Movement Gowanus membership?
Your Movement Gowanus membership gives you unlimited access to climbing, yoga, and fitness at all Movement gyms. Enjoy free classes and clinics, guest passes, and exclusive discounts on gear and programs—everything you need to climb, train, and move.
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When is Movement Gowanus open, and what are the least busy times?
Movement Gowanus is open Monday–Friday, 7am–11pm, and Saturday–Sunday, 9am–10pm. The gym is usually quietest in the mornings and early afternoons on weekdays and afternoons and evenings on weekends.
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Where is Movement Gowanus located, and how do I get there (parking + transit)?
Movement Gowanus is nestled between Brooklyn’s Cobble Hill and Park Slope neighborhoods at 242 Butler Street. We’re a short walk from several subway stations including Hoyt Schermerhorn (A, C, G), Bergen (F, G), and Union (R), and B37, B57, B65, and B103 bus lines. Limited street parking is available nearby, but public transit is recommended for the easiest access.
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What amenities does this gym have (bouldering, rope climbing, yoga/fitness, showers, etc.)?
Movement Gowanus is NYC’s largest climbing gym at 36,000 sq. ft., featuring over 300 top rope, lead, and bouldering problems across three floors of climbing. The gym also offers a yoga studio, acro, HIIT, and Pilates classes, board room, rooftop terrace, locker rooms with showers and saunas, gear shop, and communal seating areas.
The facility is ADA accessible, with elevators, accessible restrooms and climbing areas.
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I’m new—how do I start? Do you offer an intro class or a trial membership?
We’ve got you covered! Whether you’re learning the ropes or starting with bouldering, our intro classes are the perfect way to start your climbing journey. We also offer a 15-day trial membership that gives you unlimited access to climbing, yoga, and fitness—plus free gear rentals, access to both intro bouldering and intro ropes classes, and a waived initiation fee if you join afterward
Learn more about trial memberships here.