In an effort to keep our staff healthy, please refrain from using cash and physical credit cards if possible. Any staff member can update your card on file at the front desk or you can access your account through the MindBody portal. Please use preventive hand cleaning measures like SS80 and our 99% Alcohol Spray placed throughout the facility.
Most importantly, practice good communal behaviors and kindly do not come to the gym if you are sick or experiencing any symptoms of sickness. The Grotto Climbing & Yoga lifestyle combines modern ingenuity with genuine connection and a love for adventure sports.
Most importantly, practice good communal behaviors and kindly do not come to the gym if you are sick or experiencing any symptoms of sickness. The Grotto Climbing & Yoga lifestyle combines modern ingenuity with genuine connection and a love for adventure sports.
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With a fundamental commitment to community inclusion and active living, Grotto seeks to inspire all levels of climbers and fitness enthusiasts to thrive in a modern and unique environment. Climbing and yoga reinforce a mind-body connection through similar types of movement. The integration of both practices promotes balance, increases core strength, calms the mind and stretches the body for greater range of movement and flow.
You've decided to join us at Grotto to practice climbing, yoga, or both! Visiting a facility like ours for the first time can be intimidating - but, no worries - there's no judgement here. Our friendly, experienced staff will make your visit as comfortable, enjoyable and productive as possible. Whether you're a seasoned climber, or new to climbing, Grotto Climbing and Yoga has what you need.
At Grotto Climbing & Yoga we provide 7,000 square feet of climbing surface and a helpful staff to show you around our state of the art facilities. We offer everything from technique classes that will improve your climbing to Basics of Bouldering class to teach you all the basics of how to boulder. Come join us!
Grotto Yoga is a space that strives to honor the many different lineages of yoga as well as celebrate the diversity and uniqueness of teachers. The Grotto philosophy welcomes everyone regardless of their yoga or climbing level of experience. Currently on the schedule Grotto offers Hatha classes, Vinyasa, Restorative, Pranayama and Meditation, as well as myofascial release.
Battle the influx of winter calories by purchasing a private training package. Once your purchase has been made, our staff will contact you to discuss your availability and training goals. Act now and let our trained staff keep you disciplined and focused during your next training phase! Don't miss out on special membership deals, outdoor climbing trips, and exciting events.
Reviews (23)
Monica Yousif
Jan 29, 2022
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Kay Marian
Jan 29, 2022
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Andrew V.
Jan 04, 2022
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Dr. Shannon B.
Jan 03, 2022
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We were welcomed by Tony, Eli, Tanner - some super amazing and passionate staff at both Grotto 1 and 2 locations! Such folks make or break the community vibe. Always a smile as soon as you step foot inside. We are first time visitors and they made us feel at home immediately. Definitely a local-gym kinda feeling - Everyone we encountered seemed friendly.
The setting is phenomenal; great variety of new and interesting volumes- a treat for comp climbers but also lots of easier climbs for the beginners (watched Eli gave a lesson on falling to new boulderers).
Bouldering mats great quality. The
The setting is phenomenal; great variety of new and interesting volumes- a treat for comp climbers but also lots of easier climbs for the beginners (watched Eli gave a lesson on falling to new boulderers).
Bouldering mats great quality. The
Bianca W.
Dec 08, 2021
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K. H.
Nov 02, 2021
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Chase D.
Sep 12, 2021
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Left another gym to join the Grotto and I'm super happy with my decision. The gym aesthetic at the Grotto 2 is really awesome, and the setting style has really brought my stoke back after taking a break (gyms closed due to Covid). Also love having easy access to the Kilterboard at the mission valley gym. I am recommending this gym to everyone I meet.
Tamara Peterson
Aug 05, 2021
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I held my sons 11th birthday party here and all the kids had a blast. Troy did a great job introducing climbing safety and etiquette and, after turning the kids loose to climb, was patient with them when they needed reminders not to get too close to other climbers. The climbing routes are clearly identified, which made it easy for the kids to find routes that were at their level.
Party set up was pretty simple, they provide a plain folding table (definitely bring a table cloth, the table is well worn). They set us up inside due to the higher outdoor temps, but they also set up parties on the outdoor
Party set up was pretty simple, they provide a plain folding table (definitely bring a table cloth, the table is well worn). They set us up inside due to the higher outdoor temps, but they also set up parties on the outdoor
Shaan McGhie
Jul 30, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
Love grotto. Everyone who works there is kind and friendly, the setters do a great job, there are always fun routes to try, the music is fun, the yoga is always great and instructors are friendly and helpful, and overall the vibe feels so welcoming!
Love grotto. Everyone who works there is kind and friendly, the setters do a great job, there are always fun routes to try, the music is fun, the yoga is always great and instructors are friendly and helpful, and overall the vibe feels so welcoming!
Rachel K.
Jul 23, 2021
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Cindy Davis
Jul 15, 2021
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Grotto has a friendly environment, one of our kids practices with the recreational team and loves her teammates and coach, and our family of beginner climbers always have a great experience. I recently went to my first Grotto yoga class and the vinyasa/hatha session was a strong practice with excellent cueing for modifications. The membership is an excellent value.
Michael S.
Jul 10, 2021
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Romel Rj Agbayani
Jul 05, 2021
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Andrew Kim
Jun 14, 2021
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Donald Githens
Jun 12, 2021
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Edit: I really enjoyed my second visit and have purchased a 1 year membership with Grotto. I will recommend this climbing and yoga gym to friends, and highly suggest you, the reader of this review, give this gym a try.
I came here with a friend to try rock climbing/ bouldering. Front desk associate was very kind. I signed up for a 1 week deal which comes with shoes and chalk for the visit. My friend who has a lot more experience showed me around, then after a warm up we climbed for about an hour. It was a great experience, and a surprisingly hard physical activity, Doing "easy routes" was challenging
I came here with a friend to try rock climbing/ bouldering. Front desk associate was very kind. I signed up for a 1 week deal which comes with shoes and chalk for the visit. My friend who has a lot more experience showed me around, then after a warm up we climbed for about an hour. It was a great experience, and a surprisingly hard physical activity, Doing "easy routes" was challenging
Lexi K.
May 23, 2021
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Great environment! Good vibes! It's been such a blast every time I've gone and the routes are challenging but fun. And it's such a great community at the Grotto. Tony is the most passionate and most friendly guy you'll ever meet-he is such a blessing at this gym and just makes the whole experience even better! highly recommend this place to everyone: whether you're just trying it out for the first time or have been climbing for years! Easily the best in San Diego!
Kristin M.
May 12, 2021
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I love everything about Grotto! The staff is awesome - friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, inspiring! The community at the gym is so fun, I feel like I make new friends every time I go. Climbing is my favorite workout because it's full body without really feeling like exercise! It's like playing on the playground as a kid! The routes at Grotto are so good and they're always changing it up. Can't say enough good things about this place.
Lynsey L.
Feb 25, 2021
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Matthew K.
Jan 13, 2021
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Sporforya S.
Dec 21, 2020
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Liana J.
Aug 26, 2020
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I went back this week after a 6 week hiatus because of the rollbacks to reopening. There's been a bit of changes. Now, reservations are no longer required, but everyone is asked download the Mind Body app and self check in on the app before entering the facility. Front desk will still take temp. If you have trouble with the app, they are still able to check you in by name at the front desk. There is definitely quite a bit more people this time compared to back in June, but the ventilation is still great and I am still able to maintain 6 ft from everyone else, so I do feel quite safe coming
Caroline J.
Dec 08, 2019
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What a GOOD TIME! This is a bouldering only gym but the problems are super fun!
They have a lot of unique problems compared to Mesa rim and vertical hold. I feel like they are the most well thought out, which probably is related to their lack of toproping walls and less space in general.
Grotto likes to host a lot of unique events, and provides free climbing during national climbing day and pride. I would buy a membership here over Mesa rim if I lived closer.
In general, parking is pretty easy and has a decently sized lot. I wouldn't know where to park if this lot filled up though but
They have a lot of unique problems compared to Mesa rim and vertical hold. I feel like they are the most well thought out, which probably is related to their lack of toproping walls and less space in general.
Grotto likes to host a lot of unique events, and provides free climbing during national climbing day and pride. I would buy a membership here over Mesa rim if I lived closer.
In general, parking is pretty easy and has a decently sized lot. I wouldn't know where to park if this lot filled up though but
Leslie C.
Sep 18, 2019
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This gym is somewhat small compared to the other gyms in the area, including vertical hold and mesa rim. There is only bouldering. That being said these walls, are SUPER well done. They are uniquely challenging and the routes are well thought out and extremely fun to do. In this aspect, they have all the other climbing gyms in San Diego beat.
They hold various promotions during the year to get people to come try them out. During pride weekend, they had free entry if you wore pride colors, and during national climbing day, they also hosted an event too.
This place is definitely worth trying
They hold various promotions during the year to get people to come try them out. During pride weekend, they had free entry if you wore pride colors, and during national climbing day, they also hosted an event too.
This place is definitely worth trying
