Welcome to Knoxville's 1st Bouldering Center

A local climbing gym built on community, challenge, and connection.

More Than a Gym

Climbing Roots is a welcoming space built by climbers, for climbers of every level. Whether you’re touching a climbing wall for the first time or projecting your hardest boulder yet, you’ll find encouragement, coaching, and a community that’s glad you’re here.

Our gym brings people together through yoga, ninja warrior classes, kids’ programs, camps, special events, and community gatherings. Whether you’re looking for a new challenge, a way to stay active, or simply a place to belong, there’s something here for you.

Our Events

Ways to Climb & Play

Day Passes

Drop in for a full day of climbing. Day passes are good all day, so you can leave and come back.

Classes

Yoga, ninja warrior, climbing, and kids programs for every level. Book your spot through our schedule.

Memberships

Unlimited climbing, yoga and fitness classes, and everything our community has to offer.

Camps!

Bouldering, ninja play, outdoor adventures, games and crafts — a full week of fun for every kid.

Private Coaching

One-on-one sessions for climbers of all levels who want personalized coaching and real results.

What Climbers Are Saying

"I’m so stoked to soon have a bouldering gym in my neighborhood that supports the wants and needs of our growing community. Instead of thinking about climbing gyms I’ve visited on past trips as providing some of my favorite gym sessions, I’m excited to soon have a home gym that is wanting to provide that level of high quality experience. I’ve been mostly looking forward to having access to a spray wall, training boards, and a new atmosphere. Whether I’m wanting to do structured strength training or have a chill board session before work, I’m looking forward to spending a lot of time at Climbing Roots!

Lauren

Founding Member

"As a former climbing gym owner in the UK, I am excited to endorse the establishment of a state-of-the-art climbing wall facility at Baker Creek in Knoxville, TN. Lindsay, the owner, is passionate about climbing and committed to creating a welcoming community. Climbing Roots will not only enhance our local climbing scene but also become a hub for adventure enthusiasts in the region, encouraging physical activity and camaraderie among climbers. I wholeheartedly believe that Climbing Roots will be a fantastic addition to Knoxville’s outdoor culture and provide an engaging environment for climbers of all backgrounds."

Chris Tullis

Evolution Climbing

"My family and I are so excited about Roots bouldering coming to Baker Creek! We have always thought a climbing gym is a needed addition to S Knox and Baker Creek is a perfect location! The vision Lindsay has and her dedication to this project has been amazing! My son, daughter and I look forward to training here together, getting stronger and building our south Knox climbing community!"

Jessica Brackett