There’s no other way to put it, this place is huge and the perfect place to learn and grow as a climber. We have more than 38,000 square feet of varied climbing terrain – just for some perspective, that’s the surface area of three Olympic-sized pools! And we certainly like to have fun here, from Harry Potter themed parties to canned food drives, we have a thriving community that is always excited to meet new friends. Come for the climbing, stay for the helpful advice from gym staff and motivation from other members cheering each other up the wall.
Upcoming Classes
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Dialed
Conditioning
Marcus V.
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Climbing Party (Class Full)
One Day Programs
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Book A Climb
One Day Programs
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Introduction to Rope Climbing (Class Full)
Introductory
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Book A Climb
One Day Programs
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Book A Climb
One Day Programs
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Book A Tour (Class Full)
Tour the Gym
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Vinyasa Fluid
Vinyasa
Frankie F.
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Book A Climb (Class Full)
One Day Programs
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Book A Climb (Class Full)
One Day Programs
Explore our spaces
Social Connections
📍 ROCKVILLE
Movement Rockville has more than 38,000 square feet of varied climbing terrain – just for some perspective, that’s the surface area of three Olympic-sized pools! This gym recently underwent major renovations, bringing upgrades to the facility including a climbing training area with best-in-class equipment, expanded fitness room with new and upgraded equipment, modernized yoga room and locker rooms, and more.
If you ask us, the community at this gym is the best feature of all—there’s no party like a Rockville party, and there’s always something exciting on the calendar for members to enjoy.
Check us out at ⬇️
📍 725 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852
#movementgymsdmv
brat summer and it’s the same but it’s climbing so it’s not 🍏
meow-mories from kitten yoga in Hampden last month 🐈⬛
we hosted kitten yoga with @mdspca - visit their website to learn about how you can get involved with volunteer and adoption opportunities!
watch to the end for a cute surprise 🐱
HAPPY GLOBAL CLIMBING DAY 🌎
The biggest THANK YOU to everyone who came out and celebrated Global Climbing Day with us and @thenorthface_climb this weekend!! We had the best time, and loved getting to share one of our favorite holidays with you 💙
There were intro classes, vendor pop ups, DJs, pro athletes @pfaff_anna and @crushing_benjamin, a whole COMP, and most importantly - climbing 🫶
Huge congratulations to our Open category winners @_thechanimal_ and @hannah.ashlee who will compete in the Climb Festival NYC next month!
See you next year! p.s. check out the event photo album at the link in our bio #GlobalClimbingDay
psssst…. have ya heard?? we have a (new!) summer membership sale! 👀
get 30% off individual memberships from now through August 31 plus $0 initiation fee!
that means unlimited climbing, yoga, and fitness at all Movement gyms, guest passes, discounts on gear, and more 💥
head to the link in bio to sign up today ☀️🔗
it’s Christmas in July—wait no, it’s our Smackdown prizes 🎁🔥
The last week of Smackdown comp sets is upon us, and semi-finals + finals are right around the corner! Top competitors from all five gyms in the region will compete to win ultimate glory and so many sweet prizes (pictured above) from our friends @evolv_worldwide and @wildcountry_official 🤙
Sign up now to compete for alllllll this swag at the link in our bio!
life lately at #movementgymsdmv 🫶
we love seeing your photos + sends! keep tagging us for a chance to be featured right here on the ‘gram 💫
climbing for free? say less 😎
Looking for things to do in the DMV this weekend? We’re teaming up with @thenorthface_climb to offer FREE climbing + FREE rental gear all day long at ALL Movement locations for Global Climbing Day on Saturday, July 13!
At Movement Columbia, we’re also hosting Open Qualifier and Citizens Competitions for the Climb Festival NYC! We’ll be joined by pro climbers Anna Pfaff and Ben Mayforth.
No reservations or bookings necessary for free access, just stop by the gym! We highly recommend filling out your waiver before your visit to save time at check-in.
Link in bio to learn more about our free climbing day + register for the comp 🔗
pov: your gym has a unicorn mascot 🦄
If you went to Movement Crystal City’s birthday bash last weekend and asked yourself, “why the unicorn?” the answer is just that—a unicorn has been the Crystal City gym mascot for years!
Thank you to all of the community partners, members, and guests who joined us in celebrating Crystal City’s 8th birthday! 🎈
Pro climbers are coming to our neighborhood! ⬇️
For Global Climbing Day, we’ll be joined at Movement Columbia by @thenorthface_climb pro climbers @pfaff_anna and @crushing_benjamin on Saturday, July 13!
Anna Pfaff is an alpinist, expedition climber, and trauma nurse from Ohio who has climbed in some of the most remote alpine terrain in the world, completing over 20 expeditions around the globe with multiple new routes and first ascents.
Ben Mayforth is a two-time World Cup Paraclimbing champion from Maryland. His story of overcoming staggering physical disabilities through resilience and determination has inspired thousands worldwide.
Follow Anna and Ben and get stoked for their visit!
Don’t forget, we’re also hosting Open Qualifier and Citizens Comps for the Climb Festival NYC and offering FREE climbing + rental gear at all Movement locations on Global Climbing Day! Tap the link in our bio to learn more + sign up 🔗
Portraits from Pride: An Intersectional Celebration 🌈
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our annual Rockville block party in celebration of Pride Month! Our 2024 Intersectional Celebration supported @stonewallclimb, an intersectional LGBTQIA2S+ climbing community, founded and curated by neurodivergent, queer, non-binary people of color.
Extra special thank you to @thebaphomette for their incredible performance! ✨
Movement x The North Face present: Global Climbing Day 🧗
We`re teaming up with @thenorthface_climb to offer FREE climbing + FREE rental gear all day long at ALL Movement locations for Global Climbing Day on Saturday, July 13!
As part of the Global Climbing Day festivities, athletes from the North Face will be celebrating with our community at special events at 5 Movement gyms across the country.
Here at Movement Columbia, we’re hosting Open Qualifier and Citizens Competitions for the Climb Festival NYC! We’ll be joined by Anna Pfaff and Ben Mayforth, two incredible pro climbers.
Two winners of each Open Qualifier Competition will be sent to New York City by The North Face to tackle the famous Psico Bloc Wall, and the winners of our Citizen`s Competitions will walk away with some awesome prizes.
No reservations or bookings necessary for free access, just stop by the gym - our front desk team will get you geared up and ready to go! Save time at check-in and fill out a waiver before your visit.
It’s time to celebrate climbing, community and culture—see you on the walls. Link in bio to learn more + register for the comp 🔗
we don’t make the rules 🤷⬇️
Summer Smackdown starts TODAY! The first set of comp problems (crafted by our ever-talented setting teams) are now up at all five DMV gyms, so check them out while they’re fresh + start logging those sends!
Head to the link in bio to learn more about Smackdown and register 🔗 or share with your friend who’s now in a binding agreement to participate 🫡
This is your last chance to double your impact ⛰️
Donate today and we will match your gift—instantly sending 2x the funds to protect climbing access and conserve lands we love.
Show your support at accessfund.org/conserve before today ends! Link in bio 🔗
📍 CRYSTAL CITY
Movement Crystal City is a full-service climbing gym featuring 35,000 sq. ft. of roped and bouldering terrain including a private party room and dedicated instructional bays. The gym also features a spacious fitness room, a climbing training zone, a yoga studio, co-working and community spaces, and a fully-stocked gear shop.
Our Crystal City gym is only a few short minutes away from the National Mall and just steps away from the Crystal City metro stop. We’re also part of The Crystal City Shops, which is home to a compilation of contemporary restaurants, celebrated chefs and cool cafes – all perfect for post-climb.
Check us out at ⬇️
📍 1235 S Clark St, Arlington, VA 22202
#movementgymsdmv
Happy Pride Month! 🏳️🌈
Our 2024 Pride shirts are here, illustrated by Portland-based artist Kimber Fowler! We’re donating $10 in proceeds from every shirt sold in June to two local LGBTQIA+ community organizations, @stonewallclimb and @transrightsmd.
Stonewall Climbing DC is a chapter of Stonewall Sports, an LGBTQIA2S+ nonprofit. They are an intersectional LGBTQIA2S+ climbing community, founded and operated by neurodivergent, queer, non-binary, people of color, committed to creating space within the broader climbing community.
The Trans Rights Advocacy Coalition (TRAC) is a trans-led group organizing to improve the wellbeing of transgender Marylanders, & ensure that all of us are able to live safe, affirming, & prosperous lives.
About the artist: Kimber Fowler (they/he) is an illustrator and professional tattooer based out of Portland, Oregon. They tattoo privately and their work is inspired by their southern roots, infusing elements of nature and the countryside. Through intricate designs and bold colors, they offer a unique take on American traditional tattooing. They have been climbing at Movement gyms for years and were stoked to get an opportunity to represent the trans and queer community for this year’s Pride design! 🌈
Which variation is your go-to? 💪
The bench press: it’s a classic. All three core variations of the bench press offer foundational movements that target the chest and shoulders.
This type of movement is antagonistic to climbing; bench presses generally help train strength, athleticism, and joints more than climbing-specific movements, but they can also *help* with climbing compression and pressing movements, like squeezing and mantling.
If you’re interested in learning more about workout technique connect with one of our personal trainers or check out Movement Timonium’s upcoming Bench Press Clinic! Links in bio 🔗
Summer Smackdown is BACK! 👋
Challenge yourself with one of our favorite DMV traditions: Summer Smackdown, a 7-week regional bouldering comp! Compete against other climbers (and yourself!), climb on brand new sets, and have fun—all skills levels are welcome.
⚡️ 4 skill categories, from novice to open
⚡️ 5 weeks of competition from June 17–July 21
⚡ 2 competitors from each gym in each category will compete in regional Semi-Finals and Finals
⚡️ Prizes from our sponsors @wildcountry_official and @evolv_worldwide
Registration is now open! Click the link in our bio to learn more + sign up ➡️
Big news! We’re matching $50,000 in donations to @accessfund to help spread responsible outdoor ethics. 2x your impact to protect and conserve the lands we love! ⛰️
➡️ learn more + donate at our link in bio
this is a work of art 🧑🎨⬇️
From June through August, get an awesome discount PLUS zero initiation fees when you join!
Here’s what Summer Membership unlocks:
🧗♂️ Unlimited, climbing, yoga, and fitness
💫 20% off for June, July, and August
👋 Waived initiation fee ($49 value)
✅ Access to all 30 gyms across the country starting June 1
💸 20% new member coupon to our gear shop + 10% off all gear shop purchases as a member
👯 A FREE guest pass each month
*New customers only. Summer memberships are prepaid Summer memberships that roll into regular monthly membership billing starting September 1.
🔗 Head to the link in our bio to learn more!
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
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krista
nickerson
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We’d love to hear from you if you have questions, comments, or ideas.