5 bouldering gyms in the Klang Valley to start your ascent into the climbing hobby

The sweat, the thrill, the rush of adrenaline as you reach for that final hold—bouldering has taken the Malaysian fitness scene by storm. It’s offering enthusiasts and newbies another way to challenge their bodies and minds. 

For the uninitiated, bouldering is a form of rock climbing performed on small rock formations or artificial rock walls at a fairly low height without the use of ropes or harnesses, unlike traditional rock climbing.

With a surge in indoor climbing gyms offering various courses and memberships, bouldering has become an accessible and exciting sport for many.

So, where exactly can one boulder in the comfort of the indoors around Klang Valley?

We’ve done some research and found five gyms dedicated to all things bouldering, so here’s where you can challenge yourself.

1. BUMP Bouldering

Located in Jaya One and Pavilion Bukit Jalil, BUMP Bouldering is an indoor bouldering gym. The Bukit Jalil location boasts over 1,000 square metres of climbing walls, including a 4.5-metre-high bouldering wall and a 15-metre-high lead wall.

BUMP Bouldering also features a gym equipped with monkey bars, weights, a yoga studio, lounge, cafe, changing rooms, and showers. It also provides training and coaching sessions for those who want to up their game or get ready for competitions.

Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, you’ll find routes colour-coded by difficulty, making it easy to pick a suitable challenge.

They offer various pricing options, including 1-Day Passes (RM36) and monthly memberships (RM185). Shoe rental is RM7, and chalk is RM10.

For newcomers, there are several classes:

• Introduction to bouldering: RM60/pax for 90 minutes, including a complimentary one-day pass and rental shoes.
• Find your footing: RM35/pax for 60 minutes, entry and rental equipment are sold separately.
• Pebbles kids class: RM90/child (5 to 12 years old), including entry and rental shoes.

Address:

• Lot 1.051, Level 1, The School Jaya One, 72A, Jalan Profesor Diraja Ungku Aziz, PJS 13, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
• Lot 5.84-01, Level 5, 2, Persiaran Jalil 8, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours:

• (PJ) Mon-Fri 12PM-10PM | Sat & Sun 9AM-7PM
• (KL) Mon-Sun 10AM-10PM

Contact: 018-360 4355 / 010-283 4355

2. Camp5 Climbing Gym

A household name in the Malaysian climbing scene since 2005, Camp5 Climbing Gym has established itself as a reliable choice for climbers of all levels. 

It has five locations across Klang Valley and even one in Johor, and each location features different climbing walls. 

The 1 Utama Shopping Centre flagship outlet boasts a 20m Prowall, Malaysia’s tallest indoor climbing wall. The KL Eco City outlet is their largest, featuring a freestanding top-out boulder, 33 top-ropes, and 12 lead lanes.

For beginners, there’s a one-hour guided bouldering session for RM35/pax, suitable for climbers as young as 5 years old. 

The basic bouldering course for those above 13 years old is RM45/pax plus the entry fee, covering essential skills like handholds, basic footwork, and how to fall safely.

Camp5 also offers a starter package starting at RM135/pax for adults, which includes two-day passes and gear. 

For more serious climbers, the multigym membership starts at RM278 for three months, allowing access to all outlets.

3. Bolder Ventures

Unlike some gyms with standard pre-set routes, Bolder Ventures opened in 2011 thrives on creativity. Their routes are designed like intricate puzzles, with varying difficulty levels that will keep you engaged and wanting more. 

Plus, they regularly update their routes with fresh challenges, ensuring you’ll always have something new to conquer on your next visit.

If you’re new to climbing, starting with the one-hour guided pass is a good idea. It’s RM55 for adults and RM50 for youth, and it includes the entrance fee, shoes, harness, chalk bag, and an instructor to help you out. You can try both top roping and bouldering during the session.

For experienced climbers looking for a new challenge, grab a day pass for RM25 for adults and RM20 for youth. This gives you access to all the facilities, but you’ll need to bring your own gear.

If you plan on climbing a few times a month, they also offer monthly passes starting at RM125/pax.

Address: 11, Jalan Industri USJ 1/2, Taman Perindustrian USJ 1, 47600 Subang Jaya, Selangor

Opening hours: Mon-Fri 2PM-10PM | Sat & Sun 10AM-6PM

Contact: 03-8023 4948

4. MadMonkeyz Climbing Gym

A veteran in the bouldering community, MadMonkeyz Climbing Gym has earned a loyal following thanks to its experienced instructors and well-maintained facilities.

Despite its smaller size, MadMonkeyz offers a good variety of climbing holds and routes suitable for climbers of all skill levels. 

They even have an adjustable wall that allows you to increase the difficulty and test your limits. Whether you’re a young adventurer or a seasoned climber looking for a familiar space, MadMonkeyz provides a welcoming and supportive environment.

You can get a day pass for RM25, or if you’re a regular climber, you can opt for monthly passes at RM98. If it’s your first time, there’s a special deal that includes a day pass and a class for RM38/pax.

For those wanting to dive deeper into the sport, they offer the M-Intro course for RM35/pax to learn bouldering techniques. Plus, they have rental shoes for RM5 and chalk for RM3.

Address: No.19-1 & 19-2, Jalan Metro Wangsa, Section 2, Wangsa Maju, 53300, Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours: Mon-Fri 2PM-10.30PM | Sat & Sun 10AM-7PM 

Contact: 03-4142 0698

5. B-Hub Bouldering

The newest addition to Malaysia’s bouldering scene, B-Hub Bouldering opened in March 2024 in Petaling Jaya. It offers a mix of vertical, overhang, and slab walls, catering to climbers of all levels.

They also have a whole gym area with weights, a squat rack, and even fingerboards to train your grip strength.

Additionally, they have a co-working space to get some work done, and a cafe called House of Wheat to refuel with snacks, drinks, and even desserts. 

They’ve got comfy seating with charging points and Wi-Fi, so it’s a cool spot to hang out with friends or to connect with others after a climb.

Prices are pretty reasonable, with day passes starting at RM28 on weekdays outside of peak hours (which is 4PM to 9PM). Weekends are a flat RM38 for a day pass. 

B-Hub also offers multi-visit passes and monthly memberships if you’re a frequent climber. The monthly memberships start at RM188, dropping to RM157 per month with a one-year subscription. 

The shoe rental here is RM8 and the chalk bag rental is RM11. The gym also has a shop for all your bouldering equipment needs.

Address: 4, Lorong 51a/227c, Seksyen 51a, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia 46100

Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11AM-11PM | Sat & Sun 9AM-8PM 

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Bouldering gyms are offering exciting opportunities for everyone to get active and have some fun. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned climber, there’s a bouldering gym out there waiting to challenge you and help you reach new heights.

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Featured Image Credit: BUMP Bouldering, Camp5 Climbing Gym, and B-Hub Bouldering