The BLOC is a 20,000 square foot bouldering and fitness facility in northeast Tucson.
The facility includes 7,000 square feet of state-of-the-art bouldering walls, a separate area with a dozen auto-belays, treadwalls, and a wide range of PreCOR cardio and weight equipment, and yoga+pilates classes.
If you are a beginner, the BLOC offers hands-on instruction. Each wall is labeled from easiest to hardest. A partner is not needed if a climber decides to use the auto-belayed walls.
All equipment is provided at the gym, including a climbing harness, rock shoes, and helmet. Climbers are able to challenge themselves in balance, flexibility, and strength.
Children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult.
The BLOC is located at 8975 E Tanque Verde, Suite 155, Tucson – in the same parking lot as the Kirk-Bear Canyon library.
Check The BLOC website for a current schedule.
The BLOC is a "members only, by appointment only" facility. New member appointments are available daily.
The rate is $59-$79 per month per person.
Free and plentiful parking is available at the BLOC.
Wear comfortable workout clothing, including pants or shorts that will fit comfortably under a harness. Bring socks for rock-climbing shoes.
Water and snacks. There is a water fountain available.
Yes.
Yes (except for alcoholic beverages). There is a small indoor seating area with tables. Food can be delivered to the location or packed ahead of time.
There are a few small snack items available for sale (such as Clif Bars and Vitaminwater).
All of the below restaurants are located within 4 miles of the BLOC!
Kids' climbing is not currently available.
Yes. Birthday parties are available for groups of 6 or more. Children 11 or under are $15; tweens/teens over age 12 are $20.
Time slots are available after 3:00pm on weekdays and weekends at 11am, 1pm, 3pm, and 5pm.
Yes! You can follow the BLOC on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Have fun and be prepared for sore muscles! Rock-climbing is a full-body workout.
*If you live on the west or central part of Tucson, consider climbing at Rocks & Ropes, the BLOC's sister location in Downtown Tucson.