Welcome to Movement LIC – one of NYC’s original premier climbing facilities with over 23,000 square feet of climbing 45 ft. high, dynamic walls, and a wide range of climbing. You’ll love our massive lead climbing cave and indoor rendition of The Gunks’ infamous “Buddha” roof boulder. Our bouldering and rope climbs range from beginner to advanced and are reset weekly.
upcoming classes
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Learn to Lead
Intermediate
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Introduction to Rope Climbing
Introductory
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Climbing Party
One Day Programs
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Climbing Party
One Day Programs
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Introduction to Rope Climbing (Class Full)
Introductory
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Climbing Party
One Day Programs
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Climbing Party
One Day Programs
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Intro to Bouldering
Introductory
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Climbing Party
One Day Programs
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Climbing Party
One Day Programs
social connections
Not sure what class to take next? We got you 🤝
You’ve crushed the basics, sent a few projects, and you’re starting to feel more at home on the wall. Now it’s time to level up.
We’ve put together a guide to help you find the next step in your climbing journey, whether you’re looking to train smarter, curious about learning how to lead, or looking to build a game-changing training program.
👉 Check out our latest blog, “Ready to Level Up Your Climbing?” at the link in our bio.
Not sure what class to take next? We got you 🤝
You’ve crushed the basics, sent a few projects, and you’re starting to feel more at home on the wall. Now it’s time to level up.
We’ve put together a guide to help you find the next step in your climbing journey, whether you’re looking to train smarter, curious about learning how to lead, or looking to build a game-changing training program.
👉 Check out our latest blog, “Ready to Level Up Your Climbing?” at the link in our bio.
Save this very important date ‼️🧗♂️
Registration for the 2025 Lead Cave Competition at Movement LIC is LIVE! ⚡🔥 Test your lead skills under the lights, push your limits on steep terrain, and be part of an epic night. Spectating is FREE and last year was epic, so bring your crew to cheer you on!
Here’s what you need to know:
📅 Friday, September 19, 2025
⏰ 7–10 PM
👥 3 Divisions: Recreation | Intermediate | Advanced
🔑 Must be 18+ & Lead Certified (belayers provided)
visit the link in our bio to register today—spots go quick!
Save this very important date ‼️🧗♂️
Registration for the 2025 Lead Cave Competition at Movement LIC is LIVE! ⚡🔥 Test your lead skills under the lights, push your limits on steep terrain, and be part of an epic night. Spectating is FREE and last year was epic, so bring your crew to cheer you on!
Here’s what you need to know:
📅 Friday, September 19, 2025
⏰ 7–10 PM
👥 3 Divisions: Recreation | Intermediate | Advanced
🔑 Must be 18+ & Lead Certified (belayers provided)
visit the link in our bio to register today—spots go quick!
🫶 Climbing Etiquette Edition: “Right to Jail” (+ a new policy starting 8/15 at LIC and Gowanus)
1️⃣ Walking with climbing shoes in the bathroom? ➜ Jail (we all use the same holds, lets keep them clean👟)
2️⃣ Sprawling your gear all over the pads? ➜ Jail (our crash pads need room to catch falls, not water bottles & chalk 🛑)
3️⃣ Tossing trash in the towel bin? ➜ Jail (the towels are tired enough already 🥲)
4️⃣ Leaving your figure-8 knot in? ➜ Jail (new rule: it’s better for the ropes and helps our community build and maintain skills 🪢✨).
Don’t worry—this ‘sentence’ just means cleaner holds, tidier spaces, and everyone can enjoy 💕
🫶 Climbing Etiquette Edition: “Right to Jail” (+ a new policy starting 8/15 at LIC and Gowanus)
1️⃣ Walking with climbing shoes in the bathroom? ➜ Jail (we all use the same holds, lets keep them clean👟)
2️⃣ Sprawling your gear all over the pads? ➜ Jail (our crash pads need room to catch falls, not water bottles & chalk 🛑)
3️⃣ Tossing trash in the towel bin? ➜ Jail (the towels are tired enough already 🥲)
4️⃣ Leaving your figure-8 knot in? ➜ Jail (new rule: it’s better for the ropes and helps our community build and maintain skills 🪢✨).
Don’t worry—this ‘sentence’ just means cleaner holds, tidier spaces, and everyone can enjoy 💕
🚨New Drop — Cave Climbing Technique Series 💪
Ready to master overhung climbing indoors and out? Learn how to move with confidence in the cave in our 4-part program covering:
✨ Advanced climbing technique
✨ Efficient clipping
✨ Mental conditioning
✨ Targeted workouts for endurance and power
This class meets weekly at LIC on Sundays:
⏰August 24th - Sept 14th | 10AM - 12PM
Limited spots available, sign up in our bio link!
🚨New Drop — Cave Climbing Technique Series 💪
Ready to master overhung climbing indoors and out? Learn how to move with confidence in the cave in our 4-part program covering:
✨ Advanced climbing technique
✨ Efficient clipping
✨ Mental conditioning
✨ Targeted workouts for endurance and power
This class meets weekly at LIC on Sundays:
⏰August 24th - Sept 14th | 10AM - 12PM
Limited spots available, sign up in our bio link!
the rumors are true ⚡️ flash or trash is TWO WEEKS AWAY!
Join us August 21st for the flash bouldering comp of the summer at Movement Gowanus. See if you got what it takes to flash your way through our stacked lineup of climbs!
📆 Thursday, August 21 @ 7-10pm
💥 Free for members, discounted day pass for nonmembers
🫶 Community partners tabling including: @ratrockrepair @asianclimbingtribe @tinybeta @gunksclimbers @beem.parkslope.ny
Visit the link in bio to sign up!
the rumors are true ⚡️ flash or trash is TWO WEEKS AWAY!
Join us August 21st for the flash bouldering comp of the summer at Movement Gowanus. See if you got what it takes to flash your way through our stacked lineup of climbs!
📆 Thursday, August 21 @ 7-10pm
💥 Free for members, discounted day pass for nonmembers
🫶 Community partners tabling including: @ratrockrepair @asianclimbingtribe @tinybeta @gunksclimbers @beem.parkslope.ny
Visit the link in bio to sign up!
Everyone say hi to Justin 👋 our new Head Coach and Team Manager at Gowanus! He brings a ton of experience and some top-tier silliness to the team (just wait ‘til you scroll through) — we asked him a few questions so you can get to know him too 👇
1. How did you begin coaching?
“I began coaching in 2019 at New Jersey Rock Gym doing private lessons and party belays. In 2021, I joined Method Climbing & Fitness based out of Newark, NJ and helped build their programs there. I did everything from coaching youth athletes to adults, as Assistant Head Coach and even managed 16 athletes at competitions solo. Now, I’m psyched to be at Movement!”
2. Most memorable climbing experience?
“Sending New Pair of Glasses at the Gunks after a major ankle injury. After a grade 3 ankle sprain in 2020, I was nervous of any high ball bouldering, regardless of grade. New Pair was my test piece to getting over that fearful mindset and marked a turning point of me feeling comfortable & confident in my climbing ability again.”
3. Favorite crag snack?
“Albanese Gummy Bears. The variety of flavors exceeds anything Haribo has to offer.”
Everyone say hi to Justin 👋 our new Head Coach and Team Manager at Gowanus! He brings a ton of experience and some top-tier silliness to the team (just wait ‘til you scroll through) — we asked him a few questions so you can get to know him too 👇
1. How did you begin coaching?
“I began coaching in 2019 at New Jersey Rock Gym doing private lessons and party belays. In 2021, I joined Method Climbing & Fitness based out of Newark, NJ and helped build their programs there. I did everything from coaching youth athletes to adults, as Assistant Head Coach and even managed 16 athletes at competitions solo. Now, I’m psyched to be at Movement!”
2. Most memorable climbing experience?
“Sending New Pair of Glasses at the Gunks after a major ankle injury. After a grade 3 ankle sprain in 2020, I was nervous of any high ball bouldering, regardless of grade. New Pair was my test piece to getting over that fearful mindset and marked a turning point of me feeling comfortable & confident in my climbing ability again.”
3. Favorite crag snack?
“Albanese Gummy Bears. The variety of flavors exceeds anything Haribo has to offer.”
✨he was a fairy✨
feat. AJ serving part-time fairy,🧚♂️ full-time assistant gym director at gowanus
✨he was a fairy✨
feat. AJ serving part-time fairy,🧚♂️ full-time assistant gym director at gowanus
Already counting down to next year 🔥🧑🍳
Huge thank you to our setters, guest challenger Sebi, judges, and everyone who came out for the third annual Iron Setter at Movement Gowanus!
Our very own director of routesetting, Vini Campos, was named our 2025 champion, but maybe the real Iron Setter was the friends we made along the way 😌
Already counting down to next year 🔥🧑🍳
Huge thank you to our setters, guest challenger Sebi, judges, and everyone who came out for the third annual Iron Setter at Movement Gowanus!
Our very own director of routesetting, Vini Campos, was named our 2025 champion, but maybe the real Iron Setter was the friends we made along the way 😌
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.