Established in 2022
From humble beginnings to now, Castle Dome Bouldering has been a labor of love. A small spark to a dream Francis had since 2016. Several years later, that dream has come true and we are happy to share Castle Dome Bouldering with you.
After nine years active duty, Francis-John Rios decided he wanted to continue to serve the community and pursue his passion of opening up a rock climbing gym. Enter Castle Dome Bouldering, a full service gym with bouldering, yoga, fitness, a cafe, and retail store. This wouldn’t be possible without the help of countless people who dared to dream with us, and the many supporters of the community. What once seemed like the tallest mountain is now a 15′ bouldering wall. We will continue to climb and deliver the best experience to those who visit.
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CLIMBING
If you can climb a ladder, you can climb at our gym. This is bouldering at its core, come experience the climb of a lifetime.
COMMUNITY
We believe that a community blooms when it grows and works together. We hope you will join us and offer your unique qualities, too.
COLLABORATION
Climbing isn’t a solo venture. It takes working together to achieve a common goal, whether it’s in the gym or within the community.
Castle Dome Bouldering was founded on the principals of climbing, community, and collaboration, a philosophy that remains at the heart of all we do. As the community grows, our goal stays the same: to offer the best possible experience for every person who walks in the door. If you can climb a ladder, you can climb at our gyms. If you’re looking to learn the ropes, delve into yoga, or get your child involved, we can make it happen. If you have years of experience, rest assured that our passion for climbing matches your own. We love what we do, and hope you will too.
Our mission is to provide a fun, inclusive, and adventurous environment where people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds can learn and be challenged. Castle Dome Bouldering was founded on the principals of climbing, community, and collaboration. As the community grows, our goal stays the same: to offer the best possible experience for every person who walks in the door. If you can climb a ladder, you can climb at our gyms.
Friends of Castle Dome Bouldering
We donate to over 80 non-profits each year!
AmeriCorps Vista
AmeriCorps VISTA is a national service program designed specifically to fight poverty connecting passionate, driven individuals with high-impact community projects working to address poverty in Rural Arizona.
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Clears the path to a child’s biggest possible future by matching them with a caring, adult mentor in a one-to-one friendship. We provide a free day pass for “Little” with purchase of day pass for “Big”.
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
The YMCA
The Y is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
SW Human Development
The Core Values of Southwest Human Development (SWHD) embody the agency’s commitment to services that uplift the lives of children, families and other care providers, and the communities in which they live.
Wounded Warrior Project
To honor and empower wounded warriors. To foster the most successful, well-adjusted generation of wounded service members in our nation’s history. All military members and vets receive 10% off at Castle Dome Bouldering.
Meet the Team
Frequently Asked Questions
No, anyone can purchase a day pass for access to climbing, yoga, and fitness classes.
Before visiting our facility, be sure to fill out a waiver for Castle Dome Bouldering. When you arrive, our staff will check you in, give you a tour of the facility, and instruct you on basic bouldering and auto belay procedures. You’ll be able to rent climbing shoes, harnesses, and chalk – no need to have your own gear. Once you feel confident, you can climb as much as you’d like.
A day pass includes unlimited climbing, access to our fitness facility, and one yoga class. You may come and go throughout the day.
Yes! We have climbing shoes, harnesses, and chalk available to rent. If you leave the facility and return within the same day, we will hold your rental gear at the desk.
There is no age limit. We have climbers as young as two or three and members in their seventies. If you can climb a ladder, you can climb at our facility. Children 5 and under are included with the purchase of an adult day pass. Anyone under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
There is a 25 pound minimum and a 315 pound maximum for the use of our auto-belays. There is no weight limit in our bouldering area (short walls without ropes).
A membership allows you unlimited climbing, access to yoga programming and fitness facilities, discounts on classes, invitations to members only events, and discounts with Castle Dome Bouldering partners including Petzl, The North Face, and various local businesses. For a full list of member benefits, visit our Membership Benefits page.
We have Climbing Club options for ages 5-17 years old. Clubs are offered in the fall and spring. Castle Dome Bouldering Summer Camps are also an option and run June through August.
We offer an introductory climbing technique class, as well as auto-belay classes. Our Breakthrough series teaches climbers skills to start climbing V4+ boulder problems. Additionally, we have fitness and yoga classes! See our calendar for full class schedules.
Groups of six or more climbers may schedule two weeks ahead of time to receive a group discount, please email: team@castledomebouldering.com