CRUX LGBTQ Climbing - 2nd and 4th Tuesdays @Movement Harlem
Join CRUX Climbing for our twice-monthly LGBTQIA+ indoor rock climbs in Harlem. All experience levels welcome!
Location
Movement Harlem
256 West 125th Street New York, NY 10027About this event
Is this for me?
This event is geared towards people who have never climbed before, haven't climbed in a long time, and experienced climbers who like to help others have a great first or return experience.
CRUX events are non-competitive and for all body shapes and sizes.
Venue: Movement Harlem
You will need to fill out the gym's New Participant Agreement for your first visit. Do so ahead of time here: https://thecliffsclimbing.com/participantagreement.
When you arrive at the front desk, let the staff know that you are here for the CRUX event and whether you need rental gear. They will point you to the CRUX hosts.
Accessibility
Upon entering the building stairs and an elevator are available. All climbing areas are on the same floor. The cardio cycling mezzanine is only accessible by stairs. There are other cardio bikes on the main level.
Changing Rooms & Lockers
There are gendered locker rooms with restrooms on the right side. There is a universal changing room in the front by the check-in desk, and a universal, non-gendered WC and changing room near the cardio mezzanine. You are welcome to use the locker room and restroom of your choosing. Bring-your-own lock lockers are available in both the lockerrooms and in the weights area on the left side. Cubbyholes for stashing non-valuables are throughout the climbing areas.
Cost
NON-MOVEMENT-MEMBERS: $15 for a day pass which includes rental gear. You will pay this directly to Movement when you check in at the front desk.
If cost presents a barrier for participation, please allow us to assist: https://forms.gle/DdtKkWi3gWHZsY1R9
MOVEMENT MEMBERS: Just scan and enter. There is no additional cost for attending our events. If you have an guest pass you won't be using that month, consider donating it to a non-member.
Climb Time
CRUX event hosts will be milling about in the front. You will see LGBTQIA flags on a table there or in the main climbing section. Hosts will be wearing yellow or teal CRUX t-shirts, and wearing the rainbow-colored CRUX nametags on their harnesses. Please introduce yourself and pop on a nametag so other CRUXers will know you're part of the group.
Climbing from 7:00 – 9:00(ish) PM. Some members climb later and do workouts/stretches afterwards, so ask around if you're a nightowl!
Food, drink, socializing after 9:00 PM – After climbing, a group usually heads to a local restaurant/bar for dinner and chit-chat. Hosts will spread the word on the post-climb spot, but if you don't hear just ask a fellow CRUXer or the event host.
Frequently asked questions
No. However, evenings get crowded in the after-work peak and is not the best time for small children new to a dynamic event space. All minors must be accompanied by a guardian. CRUX is not a camp or drop-off program.
Please contact info@climbcrux.org with info about your group before registering. This gives us an opportunity to ensure we can accommodate everyone.
Binding: Try for the largest size / loosest fitting as you're comfortable with. Tucking: Bouldering doesn't require a safety harness, but you are more likely to make wider lateral movements. Compression underwear and dark clothing can minimize visibility.
Hair: However you want. Nails: We live for the clack-clack of a long nail. Just keep in mind that gym walls are rough enough to chip your fresh coat and pop off acrylics. Gel is more resilient.
Tight or loose, you'll want clothing that supports movement and flexibility. If wearing a skirt is important to you, you might want to accompany them with tights, leggings, or bike shorts. Rental shoes are disinfected, but you'll want to wear socks anyway. Thinner is better.