Located across from the iconic Apollo Theater, Harlem is a bouldering-only facility with hundreds of climbs. Bouldering, a form of rock climbing, involves ascents typically not exceeding 15 feet and does not require ropes. Curious? Join a class to learn more! Come for the climbing, and stay for the community. You’ll love our unique route setting — fun, challenging problems across every grade, set against various wall angles in an open-floor layout. Our facility has state-of-the-art climbing training equipment including campus boards, a Tension board, and an LED MoonBoard for customized training programs. Welcome to Movement Harlem!
upcoming classes
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CURC Practice
Community Event
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HIIT
Conditioning
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Yoga for Climbers (Thursday)
Gentle
Diana H.
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CURC Practice
Community Event
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Slow Flow (Friday)
Gentle
Sabrina A.
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Uptown Showdown: Resurrection
Competitions
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Introduction to Bouldering
Introductory
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Intro to Technique
Introductory
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Vinyasa Flow (Monday)
Vinyasa
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Vinyasa Flow (Monday)
Vinyasa
social connections
uptown showdown is THIS SATURDAY‼️
do you know the rules? If not, Vini’s gotchu with the comp rules + scoring 👊
we’ve got just a few spots left for the 1st stop in the Nor’Easter 🚨 lock in and take this as your last chance reminder to sign up at the link in our bio!
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 ⤵️
our directors
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Nick
Baum
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
FAQs
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What’s included with a Movement Harlem membership?
Your Movement Harlem membership gives you unlimited access to bouldering, 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 connect with the community.
Learn more about member perks.
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When is Movement Harlem open, and what are the least busy times?
Movement Harlem is open Monday–Friday, 7am–10pm, and Saturday–Sunday, 9am–9pm. Weekday mornings and early afternoons are generally the quietest times, while evenings and weekend mornings tend to be busier.
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Where is Movement Harlem located, and how do I get there (parking + transit)?
Movement Harlem is located at 256 W 125th Street across from the Apollo Theater in Harlem. Nearby subway options include A,B,C,D and 2,3 trains, andM2, M3, M10, M60 SBS, M100, M101, and M125 bus lines. Street parking is very limited, so public transit is strongly recommended for easiest access.
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What amenities does this gym have (bouldering, rope climbing, yoga/fitness, showers, etc.)?
Movement Harlem is a bouldering facility with hundreds of climbs across a variety of wall angles and grade alongside state-of-the-art training equipment, including campus boards, a Tension Board, and an LED MoonBoard. The gym also has a full functional fitness area, cardio equipment, yoga space, locker rooms with showers, and gear shop. The open-floor layout encourages community and social climbing, and the facility is ADA accessible.
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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! Join an intro bouldering class to learn the basics of bouldering technique. You can also start with a 15-day trial membership for unlimited access to climbing, yoga, and fitness at all Movement gyms, plus free gear rentals, intro classes, and waived initiation fee.
Learn more about trial memberships here.