Events & Updates

11|2024

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Inner Peaks Climbing Community

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… Read more »

10|2024

NoDa Grand Opening Week Party!

Inner Peaks Inner Peaks NoDa Grand Opening Week: Saturday November 2nd-Friday November 8th Inner Peaks Noda address: 1837 n tryon street suite 101 *Children 12 years and under must be enrolled in an Inner Peaks Youth Program to participate in bouldering activities at our NoDa gym* FREE CLIMB DAY | Intro to Bouldering Registration FREE… Read more »

12|2024

Climbing: A Lifelong Sport and a Community for All Ages

Climbing: A Lifelong Sport and a Community for All Ages Climbing is so much more than a sport; it’s a shared experience, a personal journey, and a thriving community that welcomes everyone—from the youngest adventurers to seasoned veterans of the vertical world. As we gear up to host Youth Bouldering Regionals on January 11th, it’s… Read more »

11|2024

Rock the Holidays: Climb Into the New Year with Adventure and Goals

  Rock the Holidays: Climb Into the New Year with Adventure and Goals The holiday season is the perfect time to reflect, recharge, and set new intentions—both in life and in your climbing journey. As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect opportunity to start thinking ahead to your climbing goals for… Read more »

11|2024

Thank You For Supporting Western North Carolina

  To our incredible Inner Peaks Community, A heartfelt thank you to each of you who took part in October’s “Climb for a Cause” and joined in the Knight Burn raffle. Together, we raised an amazing $2,484.00 for Mountain Projects, supporting hurricane relief efforts across Western North Carolina. In addition to this donation, we’re also… Read more »

10|2024

Knight Burn Bouldering Competition

  Knight Burn Bouldering Competition Register Now! We’ve got some HUGE news—if you haven’t heard yet, WE ARE BRINGING THE BURN SERIES TO THE SOUTHEAST! Get ready for these epic dates: Knight Burn at Inner Peaks Matthews on November 9th, 2024 Royal Burn at Inner Peaks NoDa on February 15th, 2025 (Rescheduled from February 8th)… Read more »

10|2024

Climb for a Cause at Inner Peaks During October: We Support Western North Carolina

Climb for a Cause at Inner Peaks During October: We Support WNC At Inner Peaks, climbing isn’t just about reaching new heights—it’s about the community that lifts us along the way. Western North Carolina (WNC) holds a special place in our hearts. It’s more than a scenic climbing destination—it feels like family. Many of us… Read more »

09|2024

The Legend of Rocktober: A Climbers’ Favorite Season

  It’s that time of year again, friends—Rocktober! The air is crisp, the days are just long enough, and the friction? Well, it’s pure magic. But before we dive into how to celebrate this sacred season, let’s take a step back and figure out: what is Rocktober, how did it start, and most importantly, how… Read more »

09|2024

Now Available: Royal Series Pass

royal series pass Register Now! We’ve got some HUGE news—if you haven’t heard yet, WE ARE BRINGING THE BURN SERIES TO THE SOUTHEAST! Get ready for these epic dates: Knight Burn at Inner Peaks Matthews on November 9th, 2024 Royal Burn at Inner Peaks NoDa on February 15th, 2025 (Rescheduled from February 8th) But that’s… Read more »

09|2024

Inner Peaks Joins the Burn Series: Now in Charlotte!

The Burn Series Expands to the South East:  Inner Peaks Joins the Burn Bouldering Series Just when you thought things couldn’t get more exciting with our third location opening… we’re joining the Burn Series! Feeling overwhelmed, excited, anxious, curious, or eager? We totally get it—and we’ve got you covered. Find everything you need to learn… Read more »

09|2024

Youth Open House at South End

  Ages 14 and under Climb for Free at Our Youth Open House at Inner Peaks South End! Are your kids ready to scale new heights? Get ready for an epic indoor rock climbing experience at our Youth Open House—the perfect opportunity to introduce your child to climbing, for FREE! Join us on October 19,… Read more »

08|2024

The Upside of Falling: How Embracing Failure Leads to Progress in Rock Climbing

  The Upside of Falling: How Embracing Failure Leads to Progress in Rock Climbing When it comes to rock climbing, there’s a fine line between sticking a move and taking a tumble. But here’s the thing—falling isn’t just inevitable; it’s essential. Most of the time, we find ourselves hanging in that delicate balance between progression… Read more »

08|2024

October College Climb Days: Freshman $15

  Get ready to crush some climbs at Inner Peaks for Freshman $15 on Friday, October 4th, and Friday, October 18th from 10am-10pm! College students can enjoy a full day of climbing with gear included (while supplies last) for just $15. Whether you’re new to campus or a seasoned student, this event is open to… Read more »

08|2024

Hiring: Youth Coaches

Youth Coach: Discovery Kidz Climbing After School Program This position will supervise, guide, and coach Inner Peaks Youth as they explore the sport of climbing! Expectations  Provide outstanding customer service to customers, guests, and youth participants.  Maintain a professional appearance and attitude. Manage group flow and organization through leadership and communication with co-staff.  Demonstrate an… Read more »

08|2024

QCBB 7 Final Results

  Thank you for joining us at Queen City Boulder Bash 7! It was a thrilling event with incredible performances across all age groups and categories. To see how you ranked among your peers, check out the scores available through the links below. Age category winners from 1st to 7th place can expect an email… Read more »

07|2024

Member Referral Program August 1st-31st

MEMBER REFERRAL PROGRAM When? August 1, 2024 – August 31, 2024 Who is this for? Current members who refer non-members for membership. Rewards: Current members will receive $10 off membership dues for September, October, and November (totaling $30), a limited edition t-shirt, and the joy of climbing with friends. Newly referred members will enjoy a… Read more »

07|2024

Paris 2024: Your Ultimate Guide to Watching Olympic Rock Climbing

  How to watch? Check out this article by the Olpmics that includes the climbing schedule Rock climbing made its Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics, bringing this exhilarating sport to a global audience. And now it’s making an appearance again in Paris! If you’re new to watching rock climbing at the Olympics,… Read more »

07|2024

Member Appreciation Week 2024

Inner Peaks Member Appreciation Week: Celebrate with Us!   We’re thrilled to announce Member Appreciation Week at Inner Peaks! From Monday, July 29th to Saturday, August 2nd, we have a packed schedule of exciting events, exclusive offers, and fun activities to show our gratitude to our amazing members. Here’s what you can look forward to… Read more »

07|2024

$5.00 Friday + First Inner Peaks Visit?! We got you!

Want to enjoy $5.00 off every friday in AUGUST? FIRST TIME VISITING INNER PEAKS? we’ve got you covered!   🎉 TGIF! 🎉 Celebrate Fridays this AUGUST with $5.00 off your day pass at Inner Peaks Climbing Gyms! 🧗‍♂️No registration required – just show up and climb! 🚀 Bring your friends and family for a fun… Read more »

06|2024

Summer Send Series with Griptonite!

Introducing the Summer Send Series at Inner Peaks We’re excited to announce the launch of our Summer Send Series starting Monday, July 1st! This engaging and fun series is designed to challenge our members and bring our climbing community closer together through shared projects and friendly competition. What is the Summer Send Series? Each week… Read more »

06|2024

Goal Setting for Indoor Rock Climbing: A Path to Projecting, Progress and Enjoyment

    Indoor rock climbing is a dynamic and engaging sport that offers something for everyone, whether you’re aiming to tackle challenging routes or simply looking to improve your skills recreationally. A key concept in climbing is projecting—a focused effort on attempting and eventually completing a specific route or boulder problem. This blog will guide… Read more »

06|2024

Keep Climbing Outside this Summer by Exploring the New River Gorge

Summer is the perfect season to take your climbing skills outdoors, and there’s no better place to do this than the New River Gorge. Just 3.5 hours from Charlotte, the New River Gorge offers a unique and thrilling climbing experience, especially with its deep water solo climbing opportunities. Together, let’s explore the essentials of climbing… Read more »

06|2024

2024 7TH ANNUAL: QUEEN CITY BOULDER BASH

QUEEN CITY BOULDER BASH 7 Registration Get ready to push your limits and experience the thrill of bouldering at the 7th Annual Queen City Boulder Bash! Climbers of all levels are invited to compete in Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Open categories. Join us on Saturday, July 27th, for an action-packed day of excitement and challenges…. Read more »

06|2024

USAC Divisionals Reminder for 6/6-6/15!

Hello Friends! We want to inform you that Inner Peaks Matthews will be hosting the USAC Divisionals on Saturday and Sunday, June 15th and 16th. Here’s what you need to know: The facility will have some limitations and closures over the next two weeks, so be sure to plan your climbing ahead of time!  Saturday 6/15: Matthews will… Read more »

06|2024

Dads Climb FREE on Father’s Day: Why Dads Should Rock Climb: Fitness, Fun, and Family Bonding

Sunday June 16th….is Father’s Day! We love dads, but do you know what we love even more? Dads who rock climb, hunt, and fish! Bring your dad in for a Father’s Day he won’t forget. All dads climb for free at both locations. If they visit our South End location, they can also enjoy one… Read more »

03|2024

QUEER CLIMB NIGHT

QUEER CLIMB NIGHT Queer Climb Night at Inner Peaks: A Celebration of Community and Adventure!  At Inner Peaks, we believe that climbing transcends physical boundaries—it’s about conquering challenges, fostering connections, and celebrating everyone’s climbing journeys. Our Queer Climb Night is a testament to this ethos. Held on the last Tuesday of every month, this event brings together climbers… Read more »

02|2024

2024 Break the Nose Scores are LIVE!

Hello IP Community and Friends alike! 🤘 A massive shoutout to everyone who brought the hype to the 2024 Break the Nose Climbathon for CCC! Guess what? Your registrations made waves, and Inner Peaks was able to proudly donate $2500 for the Carolina Climber’s Coalition! 🌟 In case you’re wondering what CCC is all about,… Read more »

12|2023

FROST FRENZY Boulder League

      Event: ​Frost Frenzy Boulder League 2024​       Date of Event: ​January 22nd – February 16th​ ​ Overview: ​​Frost Frenzy Boulder League will take form as 4 weeks of friendly competition at each location. Participants will climb the new boulder sets each week with a team! Teams of 3 will compete… Read more »

12|2023

Break The Nose

  Event: ​Break The Nose​  Date of Event: ​January 27th​, 2024  Overview: ​Break The Nose is an 8-hour rope climbing fundraising competition for the Carolina Climbers Coalition. ​Teams of 2 climbers will challenge themselves to gain as many vertical feet as possible during the comp. The ”Nose” is in reference to the 31-pitch trad climb… Read more »

10|2023

Clash of the Corn Bouldering Comp

Get ready to kernel your way to the top at Clash of the Corn! 🌽🧗‍♂️ Join us on November 19th at Inner Peaks Matthews from 11am-2pm, where boulderers will be popping and dropping like buttered corn on the cob. It’s a-maize-ing fun you won’t want to miss! 🌽🎉 Why are we doing this? Because it’s… Read more »