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Built by Chicago climbers, for Chicago climbers.
OUR STORYFirst Ascent Climbing & Fitness is built by Chicago climbers, for Chicago climbers. We have four convenient rock climbing gyms in the Loop, Avondale, Humboldt Park, and Uptown neighborhoods of Chicago. Our facilities feature world-class rock climbing terrain, a full schedule of yoga classes, and state-of-the-art fitness equipment. Join the FAmily now, and let’s climb!
@FirstAscentUptownHappy weekend FAmily! We’re psyched to have Arielle Sylvester (initials AS) on the FA Setting Crew. Here she is on a Black V2 set by Ryan featuring the Kingdom Climbing "Lugs”! This ...
@FirstAscentClimbingAvondale setting zone shakeup! New zones in the bouldering area are larger to create more cohesive sets. Yesterday’s new zone combined Anvil East and South. Check photo 2 to see FA Setter ...
@FirstAscentClimbingTraining for a project or a big climbing objective? Check out the Redpoint Assessment, a 90-minute meeting with an expert coach who will guide you through a series of drills designed to ...
October 8, 2018This month, we’re shining the spotlight on artist and FA Member Sarah Landon! Sarah is currently showcasing her artwork in the first ever community art installation at FA Block 37! Make sure to stop by FA Block 37 [...]
September 26, 2018Climbing outside is not as easy as grabbing your new rope and quickdraws, piling into your buddy’s Outback and parking it outside Miguel’s at the Red. If you do that without preparation, you’ll have earned dreaded [...]
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