Boulder Union Climbing and Fitness

New Bedford, 174 Union St, New Bedford, MA 02740 | ★ 5 (27 Review)

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Boulder Union Climbing and Fitness, in New Bedford, MA, is New England’s top destination for rock climbing. Perfect for beginners and experienced climbers, Boulder Union has everything you need to get stronger, from squat racks and treadmills to a Kilterboard and pull-up station. Discover the best climbing experience in all of New England at Boulder Union.

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Stefan Golas

★ 5

Beautiful interior with really fun problems and friendly staff, would highly recommend this

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Matthew Dang

★ 5

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TJ

★ 5

Incredible bouldering gym! So clean, great climbs, and the building is absolutely gorgeous. Also has a weight room upstairs!

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★ 5

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Gavin O'Neil

★ 5

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Henry Kraus

★ 4

This is one of the more beautiful gyms I’ve ever climbed in, after traveling and climbing across the US and Europe it is one of the more beautiful. Staff were extremely helpful and routes

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Henry Smith

★ 5

Staff are all super friendly! I like the way they grade their problems. I think it's more accurate to have a range for the grade because the range of climbers is vast.

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Jacob Breighner

★ 5

Super cool, unique gym. Great setting styles and a fun space to be in with all the amenities!

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Hao Zheng

★ 5

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Sonny Liu

★ 5

Probably the most unique climbing experience I've had in the United States. With most other gyms either being in a warehouse or a contemporary building, it was cool to see most of the features of the 19th century bank left intact including the vaults and stained glass windows.

Amazing building aside, I should highlight that the actual climbing is some of the most fun I've had. The owners/routesetters here are very passionate people, so nearly every boulder problem incorporated a variety of movement. No matter what style you prefer, there's something to climb. I like parkour moves, so some moves I found included a lache, a lower body coordination, a paddle dyno, and a run and jump. However, there are still plenty of static climbs too such as balancy slabs and crimpy overhangs.

If you are into competition bouldering, this is arguably the best training spot in the US northeast. And even if you aren't, the gym still provides an incredible casual indoor climbing experience that is worth making a trip for.

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Troy Fauteux

★ 5

Boulder Union is an amazing climbing gym!

The staff, boulders, and overall gym environment are super special. They have a unique competition style of setting and holds that I've only ever seen on T.V. for World Cups.

I will say I was a bit intimidated by the climbs at first as many of them are dynamic, technical, and overall just extremely tricky. Not much straight forward pulling or board style sets here!

By the end of my session I found myself getting more comfortable with this style of climbing and really enjoying it!

I've been climbing for 12 years and have never been to a gym quite like this one! I drove 2 hours 15 minutes each way and would 100% do it again. Thank you Boulder Union for a great sesh! Highly recommend!

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Milo Alder

★ 5

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Karen Chadwick-Mello

★ 5

Beautiful building in downtown New Bedford converted into a climbing gym. We got a great tour and asked a lot of questions. Great new climbing gym without ropes. Lots of colored courses and a wall upstairs! It’s for kids and adults. Some instruction would be needed if it’s your first time. It’s close to a great pizza restaurant , peoples pressed for a healthy juice or smoothie and the New Bedford Y.

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Evan Sargent

★ 5

This gym is great, the sets are all inclusive you can easily find a project whether your a very experienced climber or a beginner. The atmosphere is amazing if you look up to the ceilings you will think your in a museum with old New England architecture and then the climbing walls and holds are brand new and state of the art, I can confidently say there is nothing else like this place definitely would come see for yourself

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Hussein Hijazi

★ 5

Best board room in the country!

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Xander Arman

★ 5

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Marta Nunes

★ 5

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Brandon Paiva

★ 5

Boulder Union is great! As a beginner climber, the front end staff were SUPER helpful and courteous. The building is so unique and offers great views and sunlight during the day. There’s a ton of routes to choose from and they do a great job of resetting and providing variety. Parking lot is a plus, especially being in downtown NB. The facility is clean and welcoming. 10/10 would recommend this place for anyone who is just starting or a seasoned vet looking for a new challenge!

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christin marshall

★ 5

Beautiful building, very interesting boulder problems, clean, super-friendly staff.

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Beth Randall

★ 5

My high school aged son is a competitive climber in the Boston area and was desperate to go to this gym after hearing about it through the climbing community. We made the 1.5 hour trek this weekend, where we met one of the owners and left him to climb for over three hours with a friend while we explored the local area. We can’t say enough good things about this gym. The owner (I’m sorry to say I don’t remember her name) was amazing—right down to telling the boys as part of their orientation that they can request music while they climb! I don’t climb, but my son makes visiting gyms a priority for every family vacation and ranked
Boulder Union as his new favorite gym (above Momentum in Salt Lake City, which previously held a very strong first place, as he is a passionate speed climber). The space is beautiful, obviously, but that is not even close to the top of his priority list. He loved the incredibly unique holds and settings, the challenging climbs, and the extremely friendly staff. We will be back for sure!

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jesse cabbage

★ 5

This has to be the coolest climbing gyms anywhere! The route setting allows for you to feel both confident and challenged all while being extremely fun. Can’t wait to climb here for years to come!

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Jamie Macedo

★ 5

Just wow. This gym is so unique! Such a beautiful historical building in the heart of downtown! The climbs are so good! World class setting, amazing routes, and interesting holds make this gym really stand out. I’ve never climbed in a place quite like this! The kilter board room is also so beautiful with its marble fireplace and stained glass ceiling. Staff is super friendly and helpful! The whole experience overall was top notch. A great addition to NB and to the climbing community!

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Sue Frano

★ 5

Boulder Union has just opened in New Bedford, MA! Founded by Kaylee and Cody Grodzki, along with Amanda Desrosiers and Evan Hanson, it’s truly incredible! Featuring state-of-the-art facilities, a great atmosphere, and a fantastic team! Check it out!!!

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Sandra Raposa

★ 5

This place is awesome! I brought my grandson there and he loved it! The people there are so friendly and welcoming and really helpful. The space is big and so beautiful. I love what they’ve done to it. There’s off-street parking and It’s a great place to take your kids where they can grow while learning a great sport. We can’t wait to go back! You should check this place out! We love this place!

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Nathan Eolin

★ 5

An amazing experience! The routes are varied and challenging, with plenty of options for all skill levels. The vibe is super welcoming, and there is already a great community. Clean, well-organized, and perfect for anyone from beginners to seasoned climbers. Highly recommend for a great climbing session and community atmosphere!

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Ashley Whewell

★ 5

Beautiful climbing gym with welcoming staff! Great gym to get strong and crush with your friends.

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Corey Bryant

★ 5

The best! The people are great and the routes are amazing. Everything is super high quality, from the holds to the mats and everything in between. If you’re near the area or can make the trip, it’s definitely worth checking out!

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