05/19/2026
A Climb Through Time - Ep 1 Plywood & Rocks In 1987, long before climbing became mainstream, Rich Johnston asked a question that would open the doors to what would become America’s first climbing gym: ...
Vertical World America's First Indoor Climbing Gym - Est. 1987
05/19/2026
A Climb Through Time - Ep 1 Plywood & Rocks In 1987, long before climbing became mainstream, Rich Johnston asked a question that would open the doors to what would become America’s first climbing gym: ...
Come to Rock Prom at !
Friday May 29th
5 - 8:30 PM
Whether you loved prom or hated it, you probably wish there would have been climbing.
We’ve got you covered.
Come to Rock Prom wearing some sick formal wear and send in style! *Must wear harnesses correctly!
04/30/2026
Want to be part of the Vertical World team?
We’re hiring folks to work the front desk at Vertical World North in Lynwood.
You’ll be the one to welcome in climbers and give belay+lead checks to make sure everyone is feeling safe and confident on the wall.
Apply using the link in our bio or email your cover letter and resume to [email protected]
04/28/2026
Thanks for jamming with us last Friday!
If you haven’t already, check out the Spring Jam 2026 photo album linked in our bio.
And a special thanks to our sponsors and supporters! We couldn’t put on this community event without you all!
04/27/2026
Some pictures from Spring Jam last Friday!
Thanks again to everyone for coming out, competing, eating, vibing, and celebrating this awesome community!
We’ll share some more pics soon, they’ll all be posted on our Facebook and we’ll share a folder for you to download them soon.
04/23/2026
Spring Jam is TOMORROW!
Whether you’re climbing or just hanging out, be sure to say hi to our vendors!
• will be here demoing their shoes and offering 25% off
• Make sure you bring clothes to be mended by !
• is offering a $100 off their rope + all profits going to the VW Team Fund
Food and bev will be available from Nacho Rio Food Truck, , , plus a variety of drinks in the Biergarten.
Be prepared to jam to some sick tunes from
We couldn’t put on this event without the help of our community, so everyone say “THANK YOU SPONSORS!” 🫶
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We’re only a few days away from Spring Jam 2026!
Come jam at Vertical World North on April 24th!
You don’t have to compete to enjoy Spring Jam, come watch and cheer on your friends and your climbing community!
Cost of climbing tickets INCLUDE a Tshirt, meal ticket, and raffle entry!
Also be sure to stop by the vendor booths, including and !
We can’t wait to see you all this Friday! Come support the climbing community and JAM out with Vertical World.
If you haven’t already, head over to our YouTube and check out the set shop tour! We’re trying to hit 500 subs so give us a follow and like some vids!
Link in our bio
We filmed an MTV style cribs episode of our set shop with our head setter Mark, go check it out! Live on our YouTube
11/18/2025
Were stripping and cleaning the board tomorrow from 8 AM - 5 PM!
Plan accordingly!
| Monday | 10am - 10pm |
| Tuesday | 6am - 10pm |
| Wednesday | 6am - 10pm |
| Thursday | 6am - 10pm |
| Friday | 10am - 10pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 8pm |
| Sunday | 8am - 8pm |