Welcome to Movement Plano, a groundbreaking 32,000 square foot facility right off of PGBT that boasts an impressive array of climbing options, including 5,000 square feet of indoor bouldering, 20,000 square feet of top-rope, lead climbing, auto-belays, and speed climbing walls. Overlooking our towering 55ft lead wall, you’ll find a mezzanine complete with a kids area, state-of-the-art fitness equipment, training boards, and more. Movement Plano also offers a full-service yoga studio with daily classes, as well as co-working spaces, making it your perfect home away from home. See for yourself →
Upcoming Classes
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Welcome Offerings
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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 Bouldering
Introductory
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Good Morning Glowga
Vinyasa
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Power Flow
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Tami B.
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Kids Club Trial Class
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Welcome Offerings
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Introduction to Rope Climbing
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Social Connections
👋 Swipe to meet Michael and David - the dynamic duo leading the Movement Plano team!
Michael is our newest addition to the DFW leadership team (despite working here for a full year this month)! Originally from Boston, this girl dad of 2 daughters is a huge sports enthusiast who loves basketball, football, and baseball. Around here, we also know Michael to be a top-tier vest connoisseur 🦺
David started climbing in 2017 (actually with our friends @movementgymsdmv!) and has been passionate about fitness well before that - he even used to manage our fitness program! This Maryland native is a proud pet dad to 3 huskies and 2 cats. When he`s not connecting with members at the front desk (his favorite part of the job!), you might catch him playing lacrosse or coaching the JP LAX team!
Both of these guys are super friendly and love to chat - so next time you see `em in the gym, don`t be shy, say hi! 😁
3 DAYS OUT ⏳
Southern Bouldering Series kicks off this Saturday with the first event at Movement Denton 👀
Don`t miss out on the action - learn more + register now at the link in bio! Compete in all 3 events for the best chance at SBS victory following the Plano finale on 6/7! 🔥
PSA - Comp setting starts today! There will be rolling closures leading up to a full bouldering closure this Friday, 4/11, for competition setting. The bouldering area will be closed to non-competitors on 4/12 until the end of the event.
Climbing teaches us to trust our partners, face our fears, and celebrate every step forward—principles that perfectly align with the @riserecoverlive mission ✨
We’re proud to partner with The Phoenix, a sober active community building connection and resilience through physical activity. Each month, The Phoenix hosts group climbing meetups at our Grapevine, Fort Worth, Plano, and Design District locations, as well as at Movement gyms across the country.
With over 48.7 million Americans living with substance use disorder, organizations like The Phoenix are providing crucial support by creating spaces where people can connect, move, and heal together. 💙
Interested in joining the Phoenix? Their meetups are open to anyone with at least 48 hours of sobriety. Check out their website at our link in bio for upcoming dates and more information! 🌟
Commonly asked questions about SBS answered by the Abbie Mackie, Denton’s very own Gym Director 💪✨
To learn more or sign up, check out our link in bio! 👀
April at Movement is springing into action! 🌸
Swipe for the full list of what’s happening in the gyms over the next few weeks (pssst... the first SBS comp of the series is NEXT WEEKEND) ✨ as always be sure to check our website calendar at the link in bio for the most up to date class + event information!
If we learned anything last year during the Games, it was that speed climbing is the future of the sport. That’s why we’re excited to announce that as of today, April 1, all of our DFW locations have been completely converted into speed climbing-only facilities! ⚡️⚡️
Why spend 3 hours projecting all sorts of routes when you could climb the same route 557 times in that timeframe? Efficiency is key. No more agonizing over choosing a route - just the pure joy of doing the exact same movements over and over again, but faster!
These changes impact not only our rope walls, but bouldering as well - because if you’re grabbing holds other than the speed holds - why? To support this transition, all yoga classes will now play the speed timer beeps as background music for the entire duration of class 🩵
The future is speed, and the future is now. In 2025 - we’re swapping variety for velocity. #SpeedIsAllYouNeed #MovementGyms
Turn the volume up for some high quality routesetter commentary 🙌✨
This is a solid V7 set by the amazing Adam Knight
Last week, we welcomed @usaclimbing National Team Head Coach, Josh Larson, to collab with our DFW setting team to creating all new training routes for our local Elite climbers!
As some of these athletes (peep @annie.climbs.sanders 👀) prep for the upcoming IFSC World Cup season - these climbs will be instrumental to their training plan!
These things are HARD (seriously - some of the hardest climbs we’ve ever had in the gym). We can’t wait to watch our local crushers works on these (and a full round of WC style boulders, also at Plano!) this spring!
Thanks for hanging out, Josh 👊
Whether you are looking for a beginner V1 or a tough V8, the map feature makes finding your next project a breeze. Get beta, explore new spots, and climb smarter! 🙌✨
Make this summer one to climb for! ☀️⛱
In our summer camps, kids build confidence through rock climbing and engaging, inclusive activities. By connecting with themselves, their peers, and their coaches, they grow and shine like never before. these exciting camps are offered weekly at all movement dfw locations with half and full day options available.
Click our link in bio to learn more or check out our camp homepage at https://movementgyms.com/summer-camps/
✨MEMBER SPOTLIGHT✨
Meet Andres! Andres is a biologist, mountain guide, teacher, and athlete originally from Venezuela, now living in the U.S. he had the privilege of guiding in the mountains, running competitively, and climbing in diverse environments. He’s always seeking ways to push myself and help others discover their own passion for climbing, indoors and outdoors. When hes not training, hes out on the trails, hanging out with friends, studying and always enjoying the process of growth and adventure.
If you were a hold, what hold would you be and why?
I’d probably be a sloper—challenging at first, but with patience and trust, you realize there’s more to hold onto than you initially thought. Slopers reward technique, faith, and perseverance—much like life itself.
Did you choose climbing, or did climbing choose you?
A little bit of both. I started 20 years ago in the Andes of Venezuela, thanks to a friend who introduced me. That first experience hooked me, and climbing has since taken me to beautiful places across the world. It’s been an incredible journey, and I’m thankful for all the lessons and connections along the way.
What do you love most about the gym?
The community, without a doubt. As a newcomer to the country, I’ve been fortunate to meet incredible people who have made me feel at home. These connections have not only enriched my climbing but have also taken me to many amazing places across the U.S. I’m grateful for the shared passion and support that make climbing so special.
Ropes or boulders?
Ropes, for sure. I love the mental and physical challenge, the endurance, and the adventure of climbing high. While I started with bouldering, ropes have captured my heart, and I’m grateful for every moment I get to spend on the rope.
What’s one piece of advice you have for folks new to the community?
Climbing isn’t about being the strongest. It’s about enjoying the process, being patient, curious, and consistent. Progress comes from trusting yourself and learning to move with intention. Stay humble, embrace the journey, and know that every step forward, no matter how small, is worth celebrating.
could’ve predicted that one 🥲
Climbing challenges your body, but yoga balances and strengthens it. Pairing the two helps improve flexibility, mobility, and breath control, allowing you to climb smarter, recover faster and avoid injury. Find your flow on and off the wall!
With your Movement membership, you get to enjoy yoga classes at all 6 of our locations with no additional cost! check out our link in bio to learn more and sign up
Check out this new set at grapevine! 👀
Our setters knocked it out of the park as usual 🤩
✨MEMBER SPOTLIGHT✨
Meet Brittney! Brittney`s been a part of the DFW climbing community since 2018 and has been hooked ever since! Recently, she`s dabbled in the art of bringing together the community with her and her friend Sianna`s polls at every comp. When not climbing, Brittney is an Occupational Therapist, enjoys reading (horror and thrillers exclusively), watching Bluey, and baking! If y`all haven`t had her ube cookies or conchas, you`re missin` out. 💙🧡
If you were a hold, what hold would you be and why?
"I`d definitely be a crimp because I`m small with a bit of an edge 😅"
Did you choose climbing or did climbing choose you?
"Climbing chose me!! I have a good friend who took me top roping years ago (circa 2018), and I instantly fell in love. Fun fact: I couldn`t grip my steering wheel afterward, so that was a fun drive home. 💀"
What`s 1 piece of advice you have for folks new to the climbing?
"My advice is always; try everything. Put hands on something and give it a go, regardless of the grade. You might surprise yourself with the cool things you`re capable of. 💙"
If you see Brittney around the gym, don`t be shy - say hi! She loves to make new friends, chat about her career, and gathering her awesome crew for themed climbing mornings at Plano! @brittaynaynay 👊
Seriously guys stoppp who said that? 🫵 That’s crazyyy we would never say that 👀
Wayyyyy cool 😎
Old School Cool 2025 at Grapevine was a blast from the past! Congrats to all podium finishers, raffle winners, and costume contest winners! Be sure to check out our memories wall in the bouldering area at Grapevine, featuring Polaroids from the comp 📸
See/save more photos on our Facebook at the link in bio! 🔗
(Want more comps? 👀 Check out our SBS announcement in our pinned posts!)
🏆 SBS IS BACK! 🏆
Southern Bouldering Series returns with a fresh format that builds momentum across THREE epic comps:
⭐ April 12 @ Denton
⭐ May 10 @ Design District
🌟 June 7 @ Plano (Grand Finale!)
This 3-part bouldering competition series offers all new climbs, friendly competition, and a chance to connect + party with the DFW climbing community at ALL skill levels.
‼️ NEW ‼️ Your standings build across events, leading to our Plano finale where we`ll crown the SBS champions! Each qualifier offers 2 waves for a redpoint round, plus after-parties featuring drinks, snacks, games and more. Then join us at Plano for one last chance to earn points, followed by an exciting after-party and Advanced/Open category finals that you won`t want to miss!
Registration is now live for all 3 events at the link in bio (including a Season Pass option 👀🏃💨)
this month at movement is lookin` pretty fly - march on over, why don`t ya?? (see what we did there 👀👀)
swipe for a full list of what`s happening in the gyms over the next few weeks ➡
as always, be sure to check out our website calendar for the most up to date class + event information!
A-D route grading is back! 🌟
As of today, +/- grading will be retired and replaced with A-D grading at all Movement rope gyms. We`ve experimented with many grading systems across our gyms, and through our collective experience, we feel that A-D offers the most optimal in-gym experience when combined with consensus grading.
This A-D and consensus dynamic duo offers three key benefits ⬇️
1️⃣ Subjectivity of grading: Your experience with a climb is unique to you! Our Routesetters put a lot of thought into every grade, considering diverse perspectives, climbing styles, and experiences. We propose grades, but it’s the climbing community that ultimately shapes them through feedback and consensus. Using the YDS A-D scale for routes in combination with consensus tags, we aim to keep grades as fair and consistent as possible while staying true to local norms.
2️⃣ Increased granularity improves the ability to self-curate your experience: We know that tracking progress and performance is important to many climbers, and with a more granular grade offering, session curation and performance tracking is improved.
3️⃣ Authentic to the core of our sport: The most common grading system for sport climbing is the YDS A-D scale. Grades vary wildly depending on the area, first ascensionist, ethics, etc., but we feel it is important to align with this system as it provides an experience that is relatable and authentic to the sport.
If you`re new to the YDS scale - here`s the breakdown:
👉 5.10- = 5.10a/b
👉 5.10+ = 5.10c/d
Grading isn’t an exact science, and it’s always evolving alongside the climbing community. While grades will never be perfect, they create a shared language for setting goals, tracking progress, and finding the right challenge. Whether grades push you to try harder or just serve as a rough guideline, we’re stoked to roll out this change and we hope you are too! Climb on 🧗
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.
our directors
Our gym leaders love what they do and it shows. They are committed to providing a supportive, transformative, and fun environment for everyone who comes through our doors.
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David
Moreno
assistant gym director | plano
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