Vertical Endeavors-Bloomington

The staff is super nice and the top rope walls are so tall! Like SO tall. Im not sure how I feel about the rubbery ground in the top rope area, but overall it was just a great space. I'll probably be back.

My favorite location out of all the VE! Such a variety of paths to climb. Plenty of auto belays across a decent range of levels. Large facility. If it was closer to where we lived- I would definitely consider getting a membership. Besides the walls and bouldering options they also have a small gym and offer a small variety of classes.

Absolutely fantastic experience! First off, thank you Echo for the professional and thorough orientation. When we arrived to the gym, we were greeted by several staff members who go us oriented with a day pass ($22) and gear rentals ($13). As experienced climbers, we are always thrilled to try a new gym, but this gym beat ALL expectations. Everyone is required to have a orientation before any climbing which goes through and allows guests to try to connect to the auto-belays and how to safely manage themselves through the gym. Guests are also allowed to use the weights and other non-climbing equipment (not always common in rock gyms). Myself and my brother were then allowed to test out on the belay test and then rent an ATC belay device for $5. You are allowed to use both an ATC or a GriGri in this gym. The flooring was a perfect material (cut up loose rubber) for descending from the tall walls. Each route was clearly marked with difficulty level and a single color for the holds rather than tape. Overall, wonderful experience and I hope to visit again during my next trip to Minneapolis!

This is my regular Vertical Endeavors and it's almost perfect for what I need as a late beginner. Plenty of auto belays for when your alone and a large variety of walls to climb with top rope or lead. There's usually one or two sections changed per week, so for everyone but the most regular climbers you won't be disappointed.

Been coming here for a couple months. Even if there's no parking out front there's more spaces in the back. There are plenty of auto belays and bouldering options if you come solo. It's also nice that as a VE member the basic top rope class is free so you can learn to belay a partner. There doesn't seem to be strict consistency with the belay qualification test but at least all the staff I've seen is careful about safety and want to make sure you know what you're doing. You can ask for a piece of practice rope if you want to work on knot tying. They switch out routes every couple of months so you can always have a project to work on. There are also treadmills, weights, MoonBoards and non wall things if you want to take a break from climbing.

Of all the VE locations, this one takes the cake. The wall space for ropes is abundant, and their boulders always seem well-set. Honestly, when I come to this location, I plan on spending all my time rope climbing. Their lead walks are fantastic and varied (slab, overhangs, roofs, dihedrals, etc.), and if you're not up for leading there are plenty of top-rope and auto belay options to keep you busy. In regards to grades, I've always thought the boulders here seem a bit stiff while the ropes seem soft. Either way, the setting is pretty great and the hold selection is quality!The training area is nice too. System boards, campus wall, good selection of hang boards, etc. If you're planning on visiting any of the VE locations - check this one out!

Lots of auto-belays and a good mix of tall and short walls to climb on.The Bloomington location has a lot of variety for your climbing needs. I used to be a regular at the Minneapolis one until I settled down and bought a house in the 'burbs. This is my closest gym now, and I feel they've done a good job designing it. Lots of tall and short routes, a weight room, and a sizable bouldering area. Their greatest asset, for me anyways, is all the auto belays at this location. They have 27 total, the most out of all their locations. I'm also currently part of their adult climbing league. It's been nice getting the chance to meet people and always have a climbing partner, but I feel it could be ran a little better. It's the third week and we haven't had any emails updates, so the scores I've been shooting for every week are essentially non-existent, at least in the competitive sense. Minneapolis is still my favorite location but this one isn't bad by any means. If you're in the area and a fan of climbing you should check it out.

Cons: Climbing is ok, but routes are reset extremely infrequently. The place is almost always too busy. The staff and managment are stuck-up and the climbing team is always getting in the way.The boulder problems is usually not very creative.I've heard VE uses the same team of routesetters for all locations, but I don't believe that because the problems at VE Twin Cities Bouldering are much better.Pros: Spacious building with high walls

Super fun activity with the kids! The staff was very helpful and the environment was relaxed and clean! Looking forward to going again!

This location is definitely better than the Minneapolis one. Safer, cleaner, and more expansive. There are many autobelays, some cool top top rope routes, and a bouldering area. The weights/kilter board area is a little small. Plus, all the bouldering is overhung - little to no slab. Bonus points for lots of lockers and storage for water bottles and such.