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BORN IN THE MOUNTAINS AND HOLLERS OF APPALACHIA, WE TAKE GREAT PRIDE IN THE AREAS WE’RE SO FORTUNATE TO CALL HOME. FIRST AND FOREMOST THE APPALACHIAN BOULDERING CENTER WAS CREATED IN ORDER TO ESTABLISH A CENTER FOR CLIMBERS, BY CLIMBERS. SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA AND NORTHEAST TENNESSEE NEEDED BOTH A FOCUSED TRAINING FACILITY AND COMMUNITY HUB THAT SERVES THE RICH CLIMBING RESOURCES IN OUR BACKYARDS. ABC IS THE VISION OF LOCAL CLIMBERS WHO ARE NOT ONLY PASSIONATE ABOUT CLIMBING BUT ALSO THE DISCOVERY AND DEVELOPMENT OF LOCAL BOULDER FIELDS AND CRAGS. APPALACHIAN BOULDERING CENTER IS PROUD TO BE A GRASSROOTS SMALL BUSINESS, TO BE CLIMBER OWNED AND OPERATED, AND TO BE BRISTOL’S VERY OWN BOULDERING GYM. COME ON OVER AND CLIMB WITH US!
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Remigio Castlewhite
★ 5
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Grace Allen
★ 4
The Appalachian Bouldering Center is great. Good quality climbs and supportive environment. If I had to complain about something, it gets a little toasty in the summertime with no AC.
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Demetrius Smith
★ 4
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MamaDukes Ismyname
★ 5
Very cool, and the guy working was so informative
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Thomas Warren
★ 5
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Anne Britton
★ 5
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Chris Moss
★ 5
First time I've ever been in an indoor climbing facility. They have a huge room with multiple challenges. They even have free weights and exercise equipment
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Howard Vernot
★ 5
Great environment! Great staff, great place to get a workout in. Highly recommend
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Jean Blignaut
★ 5
I level out at v4, its hard.
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Ivis Guillen
★ 5
Absolutely Loved it
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Sophie Mock
★ 5
I love ABC. Everyone is always so kind, supportive, helpful, and welcoming no matter who you are. I have been to a couple other gyms and this is remains my favorite. From absolute beginners to experienced climbers, this gym has what you want! Route-setting tends to be more outdoor oriented which is great considering the amount of crags in the area. Overall amazing vibes, friendly staff, great community!
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J S
★ 5
Best bouldering gym I've been to with phenomenal setting
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Dawson Beattie
★ 5
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Andrew Nicholson
★ 5
World class facility
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Sarah
★ 5
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Kyle Edwards
★ 5
Great hobby to get into. I started going with some friends from work now I'm there twice a week. I'd go more if I lived closer!
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Mikayla Taylor
★ 5
Lots of fun brought my daughter here and she is already begging to go back!
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Brad
★ 5
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Mara J
★ 5
Best climbing gym in the Tri-cities!
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M.A Harr (ifought4freedom2)
★ 4
My Granddaughters ages 6 , 10 & 11 and daughter 31 Had a great time. The staff was Great, friendly and courteous .
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Keegan Olson
★ 5
I went here the other day and Austin checked me in and he was so nice
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kenny hopland
★ 5
Great climbing gym. They change routes often giving a constant challenge for those looking to improve thier skills. Just a fun place to stay fit.
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Timothy Hoke
★ 5
I've really enjoyed climbing at this gym for the last four months. I often come alone but have brought my kids, too (four, ranging from 5-13). We all love the climbing, the community of climbers (just today some guys were helping me with ideas to get a bit further on a project), and all of the staff have been fantastic.
Today I climbed the kilter board for the first time. The kilter board is a wall that has an adjustable angle AND has an endless variety of problems that can be selected or programmed by the user within the kilter board App and immediately applied to the wall.
I also took advantage of their weights area to get my more traditional resistance workout in before I climbed.
I can't recommend this gym enough.
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Dakota Cottrill
★ 5
Awesome place !! very friendly and helpful staff, great route setting and family friendly environment highly recommend you stop by
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Bill Hampton
★ 5
Loved watching my son and my two grandsons climb until they had blisters, ha ha. I'm 62 and was happy to watch them from nearby benches. This is a spectator sport for sure and grandparents are welcome to enter and offer encouragement to young climbers at no change. Clean Restrooms, interesting decor and ample seating. Could use a coffee pot around here!
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Sarah Lemons
★ 5
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Dane Shovlin
★ 5
Great climbing and all the workers are super cool!
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Isaac Brown
★ 5
It's a nice gym for many different levels of climbers, climbing Walls are low enough to meet the threshold of no ropes just thick padding for jumps/falls.
This is actually the place that got me into climbing!
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Beau Bawab
★ 5
This was my first time ever climbing/bouldering. It was an absolute blast. Jesse, behind the counter was super helpful and gave me and my friend a ton of tips. There were options for all skill levels and even as first timers we were able to make it up some of the walls.
If you're worried about it being your first time, just go. You'll have a blast. They also have intro classes once a month!
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Curtis Huddle
★ 5
I stopped by for a night out with my younger kiddo. Kate got us checked in and they even had some small climbing shoes to rent that would fit my kid. It is a great place for anyone who enjoys free climbing through bouldering (no belays or special gear). They have huge, thick mats under the climbing areas so if you fall there is a soft surface to catch you.
We both loved it though we did get worn out quickly. We will definitely be back and will have to work out a bit more to get better and last on the wall longer. You just pay for a day pass and can rent climbing shoes if you don't have any, and can come and go as you please that day.
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Hannah Rae
★ 5
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Noah and Sara Hosburgh
★ 5
I'm not an experienced climber, but the staff set me up with some great tips that were very helpful! My son and I were looking for something physical to do that works the whole body and different muscles than my daily work requires. This is a great addition to our hobby/exercise routine. Especially when the weather keeps you indoors. Thanks!
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Justine Pagan
★ 5
One of the best Bouldering gyms I’ve ever been to! Very welcoming and climbs are challenging!
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Libby Fields
★ 5
Friendly staff! Tough routes!
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Matt Dalton
★ 5
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Whitney Lawson
★ 5
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Alaina Shefelton
★ 5
We came with a large group of mostly inexperienced climbers and had a great time! The staff was friendly, clearly explained everything to us, and was there to help if we had questions. A great place for all levels of climbers!
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Luke Godsey
★ 5
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Jolene “Jezebel” Bell
★ 5
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Adonica Supertramp
★ 5
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Nate Smith
★ 5
Awesome gym! Everyone that goes there is super friendly and the staff are excellent. Worth every penny.
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Brandon Ross
★ 4
Great fun for all levels. A little pricey for a family going just for a little fun, but I dont have a lot of experience with bouldering gyms to compare to. Staff very friendly and helpful as well.
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Linda Vue
★ 5
Great spot to boulder! A lot of interesting and fun problems to work on.
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Khushbu Zope
★ 5
This is a great gym. Great variety of climbs. Fun creative routes for all levels. I enjoyed my time here. If I was a local, I would definitely be a member.
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Taylor Simounet
★ 5
It's the best climbing gym in the area! (And the only climbing gym in the area)
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MrHurley
★ 5
Great facility, I am glad to finally have a bouldering gym closer to home. They rotate setting new walls every week. Each week a different wall, so you have time to project routes and get new experiences. Overall wonderful!
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Justin Leavitt
★ 5
Spectacular climbing gym with a wide variety of styles and difficulty levels. The routes have been very creative and there is always that 1 route that keeps you coming back
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Sarah Jayne Hoelscher
★ 5
Super amazing addition to the Tri! It's huge in here, with many places to climb up and apparently they change the routes weekly! So, we came on $10 Tuesday, which added with the shoe rental was only a $15 total. Aaron got us checked in Hella fast and then Jesse went over the safety stuff with us as well. Staff seem super friendly and fun!
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Hana
★ 5
So much fun! Spent a couple of hours climbing about. They really care for your safety and are awesome people. They helped to guide me to levels that I would be comfortable with and explained their gym without being condescending. I will be returning!
Bonus, the place was super clean, even the bathrooms. They had a water filter station for water bottles as well as a drinking fountain.
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jonbobshinigin
★ 5
Great facility! Showed up at the soft opening and then signed up for a year on opening day. Staff is friendly and the environment is very family oriented it seems!
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Logan Wilhite
★ 5
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Jason Humphrey
★ 5
We had a blast! As of Sept 2023 day pass was $16 for adults and $14 for children which doesn't include $5 shoe rental fee if you don't have your own climbing shoes and $1 chalk rental fee.
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Rebecca Messer
★ 5
Great place to bring kids and the staff are very warm and welcoming.
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Cassidy Combs
★ 5
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Thomas Covington
★ 5
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Jessica
★ 5
I'm from CO and climbed all the time after moving to the area I only got to climbing gyms when I traveled and finally the perfect spot opened up close to home, ABC! It's truly the perfect spot to Boulder in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Perk everyone there was so friendly and was willing to help with a difficult route!
The staff is friendly and helpful, routes are creative and get you thinking. It's the perfect spot to Boulder, the atmosphere is exactly what you want out of a bouldering gym. If you are into bouldering, curious about it, this is a must go.
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Tim Davis
★ 5
Appalachian Bouldering Center is quickly becoming my favorite place in Bristol. Creative and fun routes offer something for all skill levels. The staff is AWESOME, offering tons of support and positivity. They will help you celebrate those small wins. Also, there are lots of friendly, interesting people to meet as you rest between climbs. The relaxed vibe and good music make it the perfect place to forget about the stresses of life.
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