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The A Climbing Gym

📍 Saint Anthony Main, MN

★4.7(27 Google reviews)

The A Climbing Gym in Minneapolis started as a youth-only climbing team facility and now offers memberships to climbers of all ages.

✓ youth climbing team✓ private gym✓ structured development✓ bouldering✓ membership
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★★★★★Featured review by Peter Braegelmann

One of very few remaining...

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for school-age kids and teens who want structured climbing development through team programs, and for parents who climb and want a focused, lower-crowd environment. Drop-in casual visits are less the model here — this gym suits families committed to recurring membership and skill-building.

ℹī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Email [email protected] before your first visit — the suite entrance is not immediately obvious and they advise using their provided map coordinates.
⏰Review the youth team program structure on their website before enrolling — the gym prioritizes consistent attendance and skill progression.
🎟ī¸Memberships are the primary access model; confirm current availability before planning a one-off visit.
🚗The gym is intentionally small and community-focused — it suits committed climbers more than casual drop-in visitors.

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.7
★★★★★

27 Google reviews

Unique focused climbing environment70%
Strong youth program reputation30%
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Peter Braegelmann

★★★★★

“One of very few remaining...”

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Overview

Located at 575 SE 9th St #60 in Minneapolis, The A opened in 2013 as a youth-only climbing facility run by former coaches. Since 2016, it has opened memberships to adults alongside its core youth team programs. The gym's identity centers on focused growth — the community spans competition climbers, outdoor boulderers, and complete beginners, united by a commitment to consistent improvement.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday00:00 – 23:59
Tuesday00:00 – 23:59
Wednesday00:00 – 23:59
Thursday00:00 – 23:59
Friday00:00 – 23:59
Saturday00:00 – 23:59
Sunday00:00 – 23:59

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