For starters, I 100% recommend this place for anyone whos looking to have a fun time with a pretty descent workout. Also the more people you bring with you, the better the time youre going to have. The instructors were extremely helpful and even just randomly came up to us to give us some climbing tips which we found to be pretty helpful. With everything you get such as a fitness room, numerous climbing courses, fitness room, and yoga classes (for a small fee). The price of admission in my opinion is completely worth it. If your like physical activities especially with friends, this will be the place for you.

Pros:The staff here are excellent. Ive been going there almost as long as the gym has been open. Every time Ive had an issue, Justin has always seen that its been taken care of. Just a small example, a couple of the lights were out on the Tension Board I mentioned it to the staff and the next day it was fixed.The gym has good equipment that allow you to work targeted muscle groups and become a stronger climber.They have a lot of rope climbs which is new to the area. Its really nice to see new climbers working routes.Getting a membership lets you go to all of the gyms in the Chain. I highly recommend checking out Rochesters CRG. The climbing style is much different, so you can find climbing style diversity by checking out the others in the chain.Cons:The setting is really inconsistent. There have been several climbs that were graded higher than they actually are, and some that are graded lower than they actually are. Having been to several gyms across the east coast its disheartening going from climbing CRG Buffalos v7s to barley being able to climb v5s at the others. The gym is still very young so I definitely think that it will improve. Especially when they start adding new talent and new climbing styles.Young children are often left unsupervised by their parents especially on the weekends. Bring a friend so you can have someone spot kids and keep them away from the wall while your climbing. No one wants to blow off a boulder and land on a 4 year old.Conclusion:Want something to do, go climbing! The cons are really very small issues. Its an excellent gym and the staff are always super friendly. Especially Thomas, the guy is one of the nicest people Ive met.

Routes here are amazing, staff Is extremely kind and helpful. Also has yoga classes and a fitness room. Excellent experience all around

This place is fantastic! The staff are very helpful and pleasant to work with. They go out of their way to be kind to everyone. We had a noon appointment on a Saturday for Top Rope Belay class. Really knowledgeable and patient. Plus, you can climb as long as you like after your hour instruction. Climbing shoes, harness and chalk provided. Make sure to ask for chalk. If its your first time? Youll need it. The shoes run SMALL! Keep this in mind. You can also digitally sign your release at the gym once you check in. The facility is exceptionally clean. Their yoga studio is wonderful. The whole place is just great. Way to go!! Nice to see this in the city of Buffalo and providing a cleaner side to the aged buildings.

Awesome staff, great climbing, bouldering, and classes. Both Buffalo and Rochester locations the staff are amazing, the sets are great, and they always changing. Clean up and covid precautions are also on point.

Always clean welcoming peaceful atmosphere. Many walls grips Yoga and workout room. Excellent staff and management. Parties for special occasions and professional team building too. CRG is a community Blessing in Buffalo.

Fun atmosphere with changing challenges every week. A lot of good friendly people here. I mean everyone. Climbers and staff.

Awesome gym, many options for beginners (like myself) and experienced climbers. Every time I go, which is every other day, there is a few new bouldering problems which keeps things fresh and new.They also offer rope climbing, and sell rock climbing products. The workout gym is nice and clean, and I cannot comment on the yoga room because I have not been inside yet.Best of all - everyone is nice! From staff to other climbers, everyone is friendly and welcoming, it’s very easy to talk and meet new people. 5/5 would recommend anyone to go here if they are the slight bit curious. I went once, loved it so much I joined two days later. I have never joined a gym before but I feel like this is the gym experience many want - easy going, opportunities for growth, and an awesome community.

Always a good time rock climbing. CRG has tons of routes and tons of classes to learn all about climbing.

We had a wonderful experience in this beautiful new facility. Thomas and the front desk team oriented us to the facilitys rules. Chelsea helped me and my daughter understand the layout and the belay guidelines. Cant say enough good things about this place or the people who work here. Will definitely be back, often!

One of the greatest additions to WNY in recent memory. Impressive in size, offerings and affordability. Very supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. Tons of route variety both in level of difficulty and approach, well done routesetters! Staff are phenomenal too- helpful and friendly to the max.

This place is amazing. Fun events and futness classes with an amazing staff. The gym is clean and well lit. Always a new route to conquer. Great culture and clientele with knowleable and friendly people willing to help and teach everyone. Great for all levels of ability from novice to expert. Do yourself a favor and get your butt down there on a day pass and check it out!!

The staff is very friendly and helpful. Staff and members abide by the rules of social distancing very well

Wow! Best climb of my life! Both the integrity and the routes are well thought out and perfect. The routes provide a perfect balance of both being competitive and safe! I think of this as more of a family environment than a gym...youll walk out with friends your first time !

This gym is great. I wish I didnt feel so surveilled the last time I went though. One employee there seemed to be overly vigilant and extremely passive aggressive about delaying my friends who were new to climbing.This gym is overall an awesome place and I love coming here.

The first rock climbing/bouldering gym I have ever been to. My first experience here was fantastic and I even decided to purchase a monthly membership. At first I was thinking about it, but then I found out they have a really nice gym that I can use as well. Spacious and well ventilated. Friendly staff and community. All in all very fun experience for anyone of all ages

Excellent atmosphere. Walls are tall, routes varied. Bathrooms are clean and the lockers do not require a lock. Staff is INCREDIBLY nice and helpful to this newbie climber. The rental gear is clean (and very new!). No atmosphere of attitude or being better than the than others. The kids area looks excellent and Ill be bringing my cousin. Happy to be a member!

Central Rock Buffalo is such an awesome space! The rock walls are super fun and challenging, and there are always new bouldering routes to try! With the climbing, the gym space, and the yoga studio, there is always something new to do, so you’ll never have to worry about being bored at the gym. The staff is super friendly and encouraging! I’d definitely recommend this gym!!

In a city where indoor climbing options have been slim to none, this facility is an incredibly valuable addition. Bright, clean, open facility with a robust work out room and clean yoga studio. Plenty of routes from beginner to advanced climbing and a dedicated kids zone. Friendly staff and free belay tests as of now. When Resurgence opens next door it will be a one-of-a-kind compound. Strongly recommend.

I’m wasn’t a rock climber at all until I tried this place out!I love the facility. There are so many walls to climb for each level, even for someone like me that doesn’t have a lot of experience or skill. There are a bunch of classes and instructors walking the floor to give you advice if they see you stuck on a problem. The people here are super friendly too and it only took a few weeks for me to make a bunch of climbing buddies! It’s also super clean for a gym and smells nice!Try it out for a day and you’d be surprised!

Spacious, clean gym that’s regularly reset. Also includes a yoga studio and full weight room with a few bikes and treadmills if cardio is your thing.Best of all, it’s air conditioned! It’s great to escape the heat and get a fun workout in!

This gym is everything you want it to be. After a 14 year break from climbing, I was worried that the social atmosphere at the gym would be too intimidating, but I knew I wanted to stop in and check it out. My friends and I went for the first time the other day, and honestly we could not have had a better time! The staff was very welcoming and patiently answered all of our questions, the entire facility is very clean and tidy, the energy in the space is excited and happy, and there was a very diverse range of people sharing the walls together. This is somewhere you can go alone or with friends and have a great time either way!

CRG Buffalo is fantastic. The staff there are all very helpful and everyone is super nice and supportive. Wanna climb but don’t know how? They offer classes! The instructors are super knowledgeable and have lots of tips to make your climbing experience safe and awesome!

I was pleasantly surprised by how many walls there were for a beginner like myself. Its a huge space with plenty of options for all skill levels! The yoga class was really nice, too!

Awesome gym! They have a wide variety of routes that are reset frequently; theres always something to challenge climbers of different strengths and skill levels. Staff are friendly and courteous, and they offer some really helpful classes (which are free if youre a member, except the lead climbing class). The facility itself is clean and well-maintained, and everything feels very safe and secure, which is obviously important in a potentially risky sport like climbing. Just a great gym all around!

Fantastic, the manager Justin went above & beyond to help me multiple times. Great facility and impeccable staff!

Great facility, theres a lot of value in their family membership! very helpful staff, and the walls get completely reset every 6 weeks - theres always new stuff to try

Staff is super friendly and helpful, which is great for new climbers like myself! Lots of wall space and the setters have a steady rotation so there’s always new routes to try. Weight room is excellent too, all Rogue equipment which is tough to find in any standard gym. So glad these guys came to Buffalo!

I started climbing at Central Rock the day that they opened, and I have been so pleased with my experience. The staff are all awesome and helpful, the walls are always changing, the setup is bright and open. I’m always trying to bring new people, highly recommended!

Had a blast! Fun and friendly climbing.

Let me give credit first; routes and facility in general are all A1.The reason for this 1 star and my complete disdain for this place was the lack of empathy or sympathy I got from the staff/employees and Justin during a stressful time. like most big box corporate gyms, all CRG cares about is money and their recurring revenue, not the climbing community or the situations the climbers are in. When I cancelled my membership and looked for a refund because I was broke and stranded in the Caribbean they would not return my money and did nothing but cite the contract stipulations without any consideration for the human being in the climbing community. it was because of this I decided to frequent Niagara Climbing Center, a great climbing gym in its own right. Beyond disappointed with how the employees, lead by Justin handled this situation and I will never return. I just want others to be aware they will not work with you and do not care about you - only your wallet, credit card, and bank account.

Central Rock is fabulous resource for the community. Not only is it a great work out spot, it also brings all sorts of people together for a good time. I highly recommend the membership if youre looking to have fun exercising while meeting new people along the way.P.S. The yoga classes are FANTASTIC!P.S.S. Go for the membership and not the day pass. By the time you get the pass and rent equipment, youll end up spending around $30! Thats a bit crazy to me. The membership is $79 and you can go as often as you would like throughout the month. The membership is definitely worth it.

I’m glad that we now have this awesome climbing gym in Buffalo! I never thought I’d be addicted to climbing! Great facility, friendly staff, everything is super nice!

Super fun place to visit! Excellent facility with all styles of climbing available. I really enjoy the classes. The staff members are very knowledgeable and eager to help you achieve your climbing goals.

Central rock is great! If you are just in town for a short stint it is worth the day pass. Otherwise stick around and get to know the community. You wont be disappointed by the ever-changing routes!

The climbers and staff are so friendly. The facilities are clean and spacious. Central Rock is also a great community space. It is my church!

I have been anxiously awaiting the opening of CRG, and I wasn’t disappointed. The staff are super friendly and professional and the facilities are fantastic. There are lockers and showers. There are tons of climbing routes and an entire room for bouldering, plus yoga classes. I felt welcomed as a new climber and the staff brought me up to speed quickly.

The gym isnt even open yet and its already my favorite place in the city. 45 ft walls with top roping, a massive boulder structure in the center, training walls and fitness rooms. The yoga classes and weight training are part of the membership. Just walking in I felt welcome and greeted old and new friends alike. I Cannot wait to start sending routes!

CRG is a super great place! Climbing here is really fun and exciting. The fitness classes are great. Yoga rocks. The staff are super friendly and helpful.

This is by far the best climbing gym in buffalo. If you’re looking for a way to stay in shape, and push yourself to new heights this is the place to go. Plus the staff is great and always there to help!!

Great intro to climbing. Everyone is super helpful. Excited to come back.

Biggest rock climbing gym in NYS.Weight room. Fitness classes. Yoga classes. Family friendly. What more do you need?

Incredible, world-class facility with tons of offerings. An amazing way for individuals of all ages and levels of athleticism to have a blast while being active.

I have so much fun every time I come in. Its everything you want in a workout in one new, clean, friendly place! Climbing, gym equipment, and yoga all offered with the membership. Absolutely recommend!

I love going here, there are always plenty of friendly people and great routes to climb. Not just a gym, but a community

Ive waited 10 years for a gym like this in Buffalo. I went opening day and the wait was worth it. Lots of different difficulty levels for routes, bouldering, top roping, a nice gym, and a chill yoga room. I cant wait to be a part of the community that develops around this gym.

Clean, safe, professional. New sets every week to keep things fresh.

Good variety of holdsBig gymGreat amenities (yoga, fitness room)Diverse setting

Manager came through and made sure the customer came first, Rock solid business man.

Great gym

I am new to climbing and everyone from the staff to the guests has been so welcoming I feel like this is my home. I come here all the time am can’t wait to come more!

Great climbing, community, and atmosphere. Buffalo’s first fully functional climbing gym!

State-of-the-art gym with superb route setting and tons of options for climbing beginners and veterans, with friendly and well-informed staff.

Great gym. So many walls, and helpfully employees.

Its lit. We climbed and stuff.

Really great atmosphere, super easy to find friends to climb with, and the routes are reset regularly.

Great venue, good people, and you can count on a good time.

Great climbing place, chill people and nice gym.

Friendly climbing community, amazing building, helpful staff and insane climbing routes! Thankful to be a part of such an amazing community!

Very large gym many walls excellent staff

Awesome gym, helpful staff, joined the first day I came! James is the man.

Great facility and awesome staff.

So glad there’s a new top rope gym in central Rochester! Staff is great!

What a nice place for new climbers!

Great place, friendly staff.

Best rock climbing place in Buffalo

Excellent gym