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Mixed climbing gym in Chicago, IL

First Ascent

100 South Morgan Street, Chicago IL 60607

Mixed climbing gymBoulderingTop RopeLead
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Indoor climbing gym with tall walls featuring colorful holds, climbers on ropes, and groups of people gathered on padded flooring.
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Indoor climbing gym with tall walls featuring colorful holds, climbers on ropes, and groups of people gathered on padded flooring.

Gym overview

About First Ascent

First Ascent is a mixed climbing gym in Chicago, Illinois. The profile documents climbing area, routes, and boulders. Check current hours, pricing, access, and programs before visiting.

Photo tour

Inside First Ascent

Indoor climbing gym with tall wooden walls covered in colorful climbing holds, ropes hanging, red mats, benches, and a metal railing along a walkway.
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Indoor climbing gym with tall wooden walls covered in colorful climbing holds, ropes hanging, red mats, benches, and a metal railing along a walkway.

Terrain

Climbing at First Ascent

Indoor Climbing Bouldering Top Rope Lead Auto Belay
Climbing terrain20,000 square feet
RoutesOver 90 unique routes
Boulders100 unique boulders

Train

Training and fitness equipment

Yoga studioDedicated yoga studio hosting 20+ classes per week
Cardio equipment10 cardio machines
Free weights4,000+ pounds of free weights
Functional trainingfunctional training equipment
Kilter Board
Weights
Fitness area

Plan your visit

Gym amenities and visit details

Locker roomsLocker rooms with showers
WorkspaceWorkspace with free WiFi
Showers
Yoga
Rental gear

Learn and climb

Climbing classes and programs

Introductory classes

What it costs

Day passes, memberships, and prices

West Loop Day Pass

$28.00

Access for the whole day at FA Uptown.

Verified Sep 28, 2026

West Loop Student Day Pass

$23.00

student

Verified Sep 28, 2026

Shoes

$6.00Verified Sep 28, 2026

Harnesses

$5.00Verified Sep 28, 2026

Chalk

$2.00Verified Sep 28, 2026

Guided Session for 1

$49.00

Get an expert guide all to yourself and enjoy a solo adventure.

Verified Sep 28, 2026

Know before you go

Visitor and climbing policies

Waiver requirementEveryone who enters First Ascent must complete a waiver.
Children supervisionAdult supervision is required for kids under 14.

Before visiting First Ascent

Hours, prices, route availability, waiver rules, and youth policies can change. Confirm the latest details directly with the gym before making a special trip.

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