Edgeworks is committed to increasing equity and inclusion. We are working to build a culture where difference is welcome, innovation thrives and adventure is accessible to all.
As part of this commitment we are accepting scholarship applications for participation in our Summer Camp 2025.
We are proud to offer one scholarship per type of camp at each of our locations (Bellevue, Seattle, Tacoma), which is equivalent to 15 scholarships awarded. The scholarship includes:
100% of program registration fees
Rental gear during program: shoes, harness and a belay device
Additional gear for outdoor days: backpacks, water bottles and helmets
SCHOLARSHIP QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualified applicants must come from low income households. Please read the US Department of Education’s definition of low income for more information.
Application responses will not be shared publicly and recipients have the option to remain anonymous. Edgeworks’ Youth Program Management Team will be responsible for reviewing and awarding all scholarship applications.
Diversity fuels the spirit of our staff and community. Our commitment to equity and inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience builds a culture where difference is valued, innovation thrives and adventure is accessible to all. Learn more here.
Ever wondered what goes into creating the climbs you love? Edgeworks’ “Set It and Send It” routesetting clinics offer a hands-on, behind-the-scenes look at the art and science of routesetting—no experience required!
WHAT TO EXPECT
Learn the fundamentals of setting, from safety to tool use
Try your hand at setting and forerunning your own boulder problems
Engage with our expert setting team and gain insight into their creative process
This community-focused experience is perfect for anyone curious about how climbs come to life—whether you’re just looking for a fun, interactive learning opportunity or exploring a deeper interest in routesetting.
DATES & LOCATIONS:
Tacoma – Saturday, April 12
Seattle – Sunday, April 13
Bellevue – Saturday, April 26 *
Bel-Red – Sunday, April 27
* WOMEN + NON-BINARY CLINIC: The Saturday, April 26 session in Bellevue will be led by women from our setting team and is open to all who identify as women and/or non-binary.
Sessions at Bel-Red, Seattle, and Tacoma are open to all genders.
SESSION TIME
9:00am – 3:30pm (Includes a Q&A lunch break – lunch not provided)
COST:
Members: $99 (10% off)
Non-Members: $110
SIGN UP ONLINE!
Space is limited, so grab your spot and get ready to set it and send it!
Climbing with your kids just got that much better!
We know how important it is to stay connected – even when parenting brings new challenges. Family Night was designed for parents and families who want to continue climbing while also balancing family life.
Family Night is all about:
Meeting and learning from other parents.
Making connections and sharing the responsibility of supervising the kid(s) while you climb.
Shifting your climb times to when it’s less busy in the gym.
Managing expectations because sometimes kids just won’t cooperate.
4th Saturday of every month | 5pm – 10pm $12 day passes w/ FREE gear rental
Price includes bouldering access for those with little to no experience. Top rope climbing is available to those who pass our belay test.
Important Notes: – Adults must be accompanied by 1 or more children. – Children must be under 18 years of age. – Maximum 2 adults and 3 children per group. – Youth under 14 must be directly supervised by an adult at all times. – Please see our Climbing With Kids tips for more information.
Because our members help build our community and we are intentionally working to build a welcoming space for all. One TUESDAY every month, we invite our members to branch out from their normal climbing sessions and engage with the Edgeworks’ community.
Meet other members, share stories, get tips from our staff, and have fun.
DETAILS:
Climbing, games, competitions, prizes, free drinks for members, and social time with friends(old and new), it doesn’t get much better than this!
As always, our Member Social evenings are FREE for Edgeworks members.
NEXT UP: BEL-RED BOULDERS
Petzl Traverse Challenge | Tuesday, April 1
TEST YOUR SKILLS. RACE THE CLOCK. WIN PETZL GEAR. Think you have the endurance, technique, and speed to dominate 100 feet of traversing? We’re teaming up with Petzl to bring you the ultimate Traverse Challenge—a head-to-head race across three 100’ bouldering traverses, set at V1, V5, and V8.
NEXT UP: TACOMA
Rope Crafts | Tuesday, April 1
No joke! Join us for a fun and creative evening as we give new life to old ropes! Bring your retired climbing ropes and get ready to transform them into something new and useful. We’ll provide glue guns and offer some creative ideas to spark your imagination. We’ll also have a limited supply of small rope sections available, while supplies last.
We’ll also provide an ironing station available for adding those well earned peaks to your Member Challenge shirt!
NEXT UP: SEATTLE
Mock Climbing Race | Tuesday, April 8
Think you and your climbing partner have what it takes to be the fastest team on the ground?
This Mock Climbing Race will challenge your lead climbing efficiency, anchor management, and belay transitions—all without leaving the floor. Speed, precision, and teamwork are the name of the game.
Are you up for it?
Special guest : Injury screening with RocDocPT (Andrew Chen)
NEXT UP: BELLEVUE
Meet the Instructors | Tuesday, April 15
Join our guides for a fun and informative night! Bring your questions and your gear; our Edgeworks Guides will be here to provide demonstrations on technical rope skills, offer tips about outdoor climbing and provide more information about our course offerings.
Looking for a fun, family-friendly activity? Edgeworks’ ProBelay program makes indoor rock climbing easy and accessible for everyone—no experience required!
Go Beyond Bouldering and Climb Our Taller Walls!
In our ProBelay sessions, our staff handle the belaying, so your family can focus on climbing, cheering each other on, and enjoying the many benefits and challenges of the sport. Rock climbing builds strength, improves coordination, and boosts problem-solving skills—all while creating lasting memories.
Benefits of Climbing Together
Climbing together encourages teamwork, confidence, and healthy habits for both kids and adults. With ProBelay, you can explore the exciting world of indoor climbing without worrying about the technical details.
Make Your Reservation Now!
Check out the ProBelay program at Edgeworks Climbing + Fitness, with locations in Seattle, Bellevue and Tacoma, and book your session today!
At Edgeworks, we believe climbing is more than just a sport—it’s a way to build community, foster inclusivity, and support one another. Our diverse range of meet-up groups offers all climbers the opportunity to connect, share experiences, and enjoy the sport we love.
Beyond that, Edgeworks is choosing to support the partner organizations that help host and facilitate many of these events. Providing them the space and opportunity to share their mission and programs with a broader audience, amplifying their voice in our community and supporting their success.
Our monthly Member Social nights provide unique opportunities for all climbers to connect with staff and other climbers beyond the climbing wall. One TUESDAY every month, we invite our members to branch out from their normal climbing sessions and engage with the Edgeworks’ community.
Women’s Climb Nights are all about empowerment and camaraderie. Join a supportive community of women climbers, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced climber. These nights provide a space to share tips, encourage each other, and tackle new challenges together.
Our BIPOC Climb Nights create an inclusive environment for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color to come together and climb. These sessions offer a welcoming space to connect with fellow climbers, share experiences, and celebrate diversity within the climbing community.
In partnership with Queer Mountaineers, Queer Climb Nights are dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ climbers. Join us to build connections, support one another, and enjoy the sport in a welcoming environment where everyone can be their authentic selves.
Adaptive Climb Nights are designed for climbers with disabilities, providing tailored support and a community of fellow adaptive climbers. Our goal is to make climbing accessible to everyone, ensuring that all participants can experience the challenge, fun and satisfaction of reaching new heights.
Military Nights offer discounted climbing for service members and their families. Enjoy beginner-friendly bouldering or top rope climbing with a passed belay test. Challenge yourself, connect with the community, and experience the fun of climbing in a welcoming environment!
Offering discounted access for students looking to connect and have fun. Enjoy bouldering, rope climbing (certifications required), systems boards, and more. Round up your roommates, classmates, and friends and join us for climbing and community!
We know how important it is to stay connected – even when parenting brings new challenges. Family Night was designed for parents and families who want to continue climbing while also balancing family life.
Join Us!
No matter your background or experience level, Edgeworks has a meet-up group for you. These climb nights are more than just events—they’re opportunities to build lasting friendships, support each other’s goals, and strengthen our climbing community.
Check out our event schedules and join us for a climb night that fits you best. We can’t wait to see you on the wall!
Attention Edgeworks’ Members! Our 9th annual Member Challenge kicks off this Saturday with an all-new format and fresh challenges—featuring new ways to rack up points, have fun, and add more motivation to your climbing sessions.
Start strong with a pared-down version of our classic challenge list, then keep the momentum going with our all-new weekly challenge cards. This is your chance to send hard, connect with the community and staff, and snag a FREE limited-edition T-shirt to celebrate your achievements.
What’s the Member Challenge?
Think of it as the ultimate 2-month climbing project: complete challenges, collect points, and unlock 3 peaks to proudly display on your Member Challenge T-shirt. Whether you’re here to put down projects, explore new ways to train, or just have fun with friends, this challenge has something for everyone.
First Peak: 65 points|Second Peak: 100 points|Third Peak: 150 points
With a wide variety of challenges and points up for grabs, there’s plenty to go around. You can even jump in, out, or back in again anytime during the challenge—so no excuses!
How It Works
Starting Challenge Lists (available February 1)
The challenge kicks off with location-specific Challenge Lists, available in the gym. Loaded with climbing related challenges that include sends by section, loving what’s local, training and more – these lists will be available throughout the challenge, so you can join anytime and dive right in.
New Weekly Challenge Sheets
Every Saturday morning, we’ll release brand-new Weekly Challenge Sheets featuring an additional 25 points’ worth of all-new tasks. These sheets are only available for one week, so you’ll want to stay on top of your game. They’re designed to keep things fresh, fun, and engaging—perfect for fueling that weekly stoke.
Why Join the Member Challenge?
Because this is what climbing is all about: adventure, progress, and community. Whether you’re chasing that 3rd peak or just exploring everything Edgeworks has to offer, the Member Challenge makes every visit to the gym feel like an achievement.
Explore More: Try new climbing grades, styles, techniques, fitness challenges, and social events.
Stay Motivated: Weekly challenges keep you pushing forward with new goals to tackle.
Send with Friends: Climb, train, and laugh with other members who love this sport as much as you do.
Grab Your Limited-Edition T-Shirt
Hit 65 points and claim your FREE Member Challenge T-shirt! Your name will be added to a list, and you can pick up your shirt at the front desk.
Pro Tip: If supplies run low, don’t worry—we’ll restock as quickly as we can! And remember: wait to use fabric softener until after you’ve ironed on all your peaks.
Earn and Add Your Peaks
Each peak you unlock becomes an iron-on peak to add to your t-shirt. You can collect them at the front desk and DIY it with simple instructions. Not into ironing? Bring your shirt to a Member Social in March or April, and our staff will take care of it for you.
Track Your Progress
You’re in charge of keeping track of your completed challenges and points. Need some extra motivation? Check out the Leaderboard in the gym. It’s the perfect way to see where you stack up and cheer on fellow climbers.
Why Edgeworks?
At Edgeworks Climbing + Fitness, we’re all about building a strong, supportive climbing community. Whether you’re just learning the ropes or crushing hard problems, this is your space to grow stronger, meet new people, and have a blast while you’re at it. The Member Challenge is your opportunity to make climbing even more fun—so don’t miss out.
Join Anytime, Start At Any Location The challenge begins February 1, 2025, but you can jump in any time through March 31. With starting Challenge Lists available all challenge long and fresh Weekly Challenge Sheets dropping every Saturday, there’s no better time to climb, train, and send your way to all three peaks.
The Cascades are blanketed in prime snow conditions, and Snoqualmie Pass is a gateway to some of the region’s most dynamic winter terrain. Whether you’re a seasoned backcountry enthusiast or aspiring to take your skills to the next level, this season is the perfect opportunity to elevate your alpine knowledge and experience. Led by professional guides—including IFMGA-certified instructors—our winter programs are tailored to help you navigate challenging environments with confidence.
At Edgeworks, we believe the best way to prepare for winter adventures is through hands-on, expert instruction in real-world conditions. Here’s what we’re offering this season:
AIARE Avalanche Safety Courses: Build critical decision-making skills with curriculum designed by the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE). Gain proficiency in snowpack assessment, terrain analysis, and companion rescue while applying these skills in technical mountain environments.
Backcountry Touring: Hone your uphill and downhill travel techniques in glaciated terrain, learning efficient skinning strategies, route-finding, and the nuances of terrain management in variable snow conditions.
Waterfall Ice & Mixed Climbing: Tackle frozen waterfalls and alpine features using precise tool placements, footwork techniques, and belay systems tailored for vertical and overhanging ice. Develop the technical skills needed to blend ice and rock climbing into seamless ascents.
Ski & Splitboard Mountaineering: Combine high-angle skinning, boot-packing, and technical descents with instruction focused on route planning, glaciology, and steep-skiing tactics.
Winter Camping Skills: Master winter camping, snow shelter construction, and essential cold-weather systems to extend your mountain adventures into multi-day expeditions.
Snoqualmie Group Ski Days: Explore tree skiing, glades, and alpine terrain–join our professional guides for a day finding the best snow the Pass and its current conditions have to offer.
Guided Ski & Splitboarding: Let our expert guides lead you to pristine powder stashes and technical descents, while teaching skills like avalanche risk mitigation, efficient transitions, and descent strategies.
Why Snoqualmie Pass?
With deep snowpacks, diverse terrain, and proximity to Seattle, Snoqualmie Pass offers unparalleled opportunities for mountain recreation. From low-angle glades to steep couloirs, the area is an ideal training ground for technical progression.
Prepare, Progress, Perform
Our programs are designed to not only provide incredible experiences but also to build your technical knowledge and confidence for independent adventures. Each course is crafted to meet the demands of alpine environments, with a focus on risk management, efficiency, and skill refinement.
Reserve Your Spot Today
With the season in full swing, spots for our winter programs are filling up fast. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune your backcountry decision-making, gain technical climbing proficiency, or experience guided tours in premier snow conditions, we have a program for you.
Visit our Winter Programs page for more information and secure your spot now. Let’s make this snow season unforgettable—see you in the mountains!
