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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Introduction to Bouldering (Class Full)
Introductory
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Climbing Party
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
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Climbing Party (Class Full)
One Day Programs
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Climbing Party
One Day Programs
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Meetup: Laru Beya Collective
Meet Ups
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Animal Flow
Vinyasa
Kineta K.
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Learn to Lead
Intermediate
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Climbing Party
One Day Programs
social connections
Chalk it up to Danny & Mateo for making the next Banksy 💨✋
Gowanus is looking for more local art to showcase on our walls, and we want you 🫵 visit the link in our bio to learn more and submit artwork to be displayed at our Gallery Night on November 21st and on our gym walls 🎨
Hold up ⬆️ Have you signed up yet for Harlem’s Uptown Showdown?
This is a comp for everyone, whether it’s your first time or your 50th, so Harlem’s Gym Director, Nick, wants YOU 🫵 to register!
Here’s what you need to know:
📅 Saturday, November 15, 2025
⏰ 7–10 PM
👥 4 Divisions: Recreation | Intermediate | Advanced | Open
🏆 Prizes and raffle goodies sponsored by The North Face + community partners!
Drum roll please 🥁🥁🥁‼️
The biannual Gowanus to LIC bike ride is BACK and we’re stoked to have you join us on Saturday, November 8th 🚲💨
Here’s all the info 👇
📆 Start your morning with coffee + climbing at Gowanus from 10am-12pm
🚲 Hop on your bike (or grab a CitiBike!) for a group ride over to LIC
💪 Climb AGAIN from 2pm-4pm with our crew
🤝 Members get to bring a guest for free!
🎊 Don’t miss happy hour afterwards at Focal Point Brewery!
You know the drill -> hit the link in our bio to sign up! 🔗
our setting just got spookier 👻
have you tried our halloween-themed boulders yet? be sure to hop on these scary good sets while they are up!
HANG ON 👋 Only TWO (2️⃣) weeks left for Early Bird pricing!
This isn’t just any comp — it’s Harlem’s Uptown Showdown 💥 THE bouldering comp of the year is Saturday, November 15.
Here’s your sign-up checklist 👇
✅ Pick your category: Recreation | Intermediate | Advanced | Open
✅ Hit the link in bio to register with early bird pricing
✅ Stay tuned for more info on scoring, rules, and a special announcement coming soon... 👀
train for your steeper sends 📣
want to feel more confident when the routes get steeper and the pump begins to kick in? Join our 4-part Cave Climbing Technique Series and learn techniques to climb stronger and smarter on overhung terrain!
➡️ check out the link in bio to sign up up for our next class series starting Sunday, November 2nd
this or that 🧘♀️ yoga edition
did you know that with your movement membership you not only get climbing, but UNLIMITED access to yoga & fitness classes? pretty sweet!
let us know what your fav yoga class is ⤵️
✨dream boulder is back✨
… and our setting team at LIC made YOUR dreams a reality! 🙌
have you tried this slabby red v5 yet?
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.