Hello, Inner Peaks Family!
With our third location, Inner Peaks NoDa, officially open this month, we can’t help but take a moment to reflect on the journey we’ve taken together as a community and to express our gratitude to every one of you—our loyal long-time members and the new faces that have joined us along the way. You are the reason Inner Peaks exists as a hub for Charlotte’s climbing culture, and it’s our honor to grow and evolve alongside you.
It’s amazing to think back to our early days at Crown Point, our first gym, where the Inner Peaks community began. We started with a simple vision: to create a welcoming space for people to discover and embrace the thrill of climbing. Crown Point was where many of you first chalked up, tested your limits, and developed friendships with fellow climbers who shared your passion. And with every climb, every fall, and every triumph, this community grew closer and stronger.
As demand for climbing grew in Charlotte, so did our ambitions. We expanded to the South End location, building on our foundation with new walls, more routes, and the same sense of camaraderie. This was where many of you found your groove and became part of the daily rhythm at Inner Peaks. Over the years, South End has become more than just a gym; it’s a place where community members can gather, socialize, and push each other to new heights.
We didn’t stop there. Our Matthews gym followed, further extending our reach across Charlotte. When Matthews Phase 2 came into play, we were thrilled to bring you even more climbing space and a variety of new challenges that made Matthews a hotspot for climbers of all levels. Seeing climbers of all ages and backgrounds come together in this expanded space has been inspiring, and we’re grateful for every member who’s helped make Matthews the lively and supportive environment it is today.
And now, with the opening of NoDa, our third location, we’re bringing Inner Peaks to even more people across the city. NoDa marks a new chapter for us, one that celebrates both the history we’ve built and the future we’re excited to create. We’re thrilled to see familiar faces walking through the doors, as well as new members eager to start their climbing journey.
We couldn’t have done any of this without you. Every climb you attempt, every session you join, every friend you introduce to the gym—you’ve all played a part in shaping Inner Peaks into the vibrant, inclusive, and resilient community we’re so proud of today.
Throughout November, we invite you to celebrate this milestone with us by connecting with others who share your love for climbing. Take a moment to introduce yourself to our amazing staff, who are here to support your journey, and don’t be shy about saying hello to fellow climbers. Whether you’re a Crown Point original or a NoDa newbie, we all share this amazing sport and the sense of belonging that comes with it.
Thank you for making Inner Peaks your climbing home. Here’s to many more climbs, laughs, and memories together!
-The Team at Inner Peaks