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YOUR FIRST VISIT
Berkshire Boulders is for everyone. First timers. Lifers. Kids. Parents. Here's what you need to know to get started.
Climbers 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Step 01
GET YOUR PASS
Nothing needs to be booked ahead. You can sort this out at the front desk when you arrive.
Step 02
SIGN A WAIVER
Everyone who enters the climbing area needs a signed waiver. It takes about two minutes.
Climbers under 18 need a parent or legal guardian to sign for them. You will be able to do it online before you arrive and skip the front desk line.
Waiver coming soonStep 03
TAKE THE INTRO CLASS
Optional, but it is the fastest way to get comfortable. You'll learn how to fall safely, how to read a route, and how to use the wall without guessing.
It's included in the Starter Pack, or you can book it on its own. We also run adult and youth programs through the week.
Calendar coming soonFIRST VISIT BETA
Something else on your mind? Email us or call 413-248-6023.
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Bouldering is a type of climbing that’s easy to start if you have not climbed before - it is rock climbing stripped down to its pure essentials. You can jump right in, no hassle with ropes or required courses. The walls are up to fifteen feet high and outfitted with thick cushy pads below to keep you safe. Your challenge is to climb short but tricky bouldering "problems" (a route, or sequence of moves) using balance, technique, strength, and your brain (“problem solving").
The climbs are high enough to be exciting and challenging, but not so high that they become overly intimidating. Falling is perfectly OK and expected - that is what the thick pads are built for. With bouldering, it is just you, the wall, and your homies.
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We’ve got you covered. The only thing you need to boulder is a pair of climbing shoes and a chalk bag (to keep your hands dry). We rent both of these items at the gym to those who don’t have their own. Just wear something comfortable to move around in and come on by.
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Every experienced climber started there. If you have never climbed before, rest assured, you don't need experience or even any special gear to get going. Just wear something comfortable and we will handle the rest, renting you climbing shoes and chalk bags and providing instruction and a tour of the facility upon arrival.
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Yep! Berkshire Boulders is a climbing gym for all ages. However, if you are planning to visit with your kids, we ask that you maintain direct supervision over them during the entirety of their visit.