Train at your level
climb to the next
We’ve Reset the Standard... Literally.
We’re thrilled to share some exciting updates that have happened at the Core, as we take a bold step back to our roots - re-establishing ourselves as a training-focused climbing facility, while continuing to welcome climbers of all levels and backgrounds.
Our goal is to foster a stronger, more vibrant community that supports both
high-performance athletes and new climbers alike. Here’s what you can expect:
Dedicated Comp Circuits
added from
your feedback!
The Whale + Comp Wall
Foundational Circuit
PROGRESSIVE Circuit
(Orange Tags) Our Foundational Circuit helps build fundamental skills and confidence for newer and/or younger climbers and offers more experienced climbers enjoyable warm up options.
(Pink Tags) Our Progressive Circuit offers a range of styles and difficulties designed to help intermediate climbers hone technique and sharpen climbing IQ through projecting.
PERFORMANCE Circuit
(White Tags) Our Performance Circuit includes a range of very challenging boulder problems designed to offer experienced climbers a variety of difficulties and styles to project.
*There will be “zones” to replicate a competition environment, and add another element of fun and challenge!
**There will be additional youth friendly climbs amongst these new circuits for folks who are still growing and building up to the Casual Circuit
SPRAY WALL EXPANSION
The Beach
We have turned the “Beach” into one of Ontario’s largest spray walls! (the Beach is the left-most wall when you enter the gym, to the left of the Moon Board area)
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This will cater to advanced climbers and beginners, with plenty of positive (big grip) holds for warm-ups and aspiring climbers.
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Offers endless training opportunities as the wall fills in over time.
faster turnaround time
Our incredible setters have a roughly 2 week turnaround time for boulder problems (that's really fast).
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Giving us a 14-day full circuit turnover, one of the fastest in Ontario!
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There will be fresh climbs for you to take your climbing to the next level.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Train at your level, climb to the next” mean to us?
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Answer: we are re-establishing ourselves as a training-focused climbing facility, while continuing to welcome climbers of all levels and backgrounds. We will focus on fostering a gym and a setting style that attracts high performance athletes as well as folks who want to try out climbing for the first time!
Will there be any indication of what grade each climb is? Tell me more about these circuits.
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Answer: We will not be posting grading of our climbs. Instead we’ll be using the following climbing circuits at the Core.
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(Orange Tags) Our Foundational Circuit helps build fundamental skills and confidence for newer and/or younger climbers and offers more experienced climbers enjoyable warm up options.​
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(Pink Tags) Our Progressive Circuit offers a range of styles and difficulties designed to help intermediate climbers hone technique and sharpen climbing IQ through projecting.
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(White Tags) Our Performance Circuit includes a range of very challenging boulder problems designed to offer experienced climbers a variety of difficulties and styles to project.
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Why are there no climbing grades on our climbs?
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Answer: You won’t know the grade of the climbs so that it invites creativity and the chance to try something new while climbing. This is a proven way for climbers to push themselves and try different styles of climbing that they are not typically drawn to. This also allows for folks to focus on their climbing techniques instead of “chasing grades” to develop well rounded climbers.
What will be different about the Boulder Problems?
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Answer: Boulder problems will feel different because they will be more “comp style”, with lots of movement and fun! There will also be “zone” holds to replicate a competition environment, and adding another element of fun and challenge!
Will the Boulder Problems be all dynamic and powerful moves?
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Answer: No. Boulder Problems will not always include a dynamic or powerful move - different problems will challenge a variety of different climbing aspects and techniques.
Does this mean that the Core is only for “high performing athletes” now?
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Answer: Absolutely not! The Core remains a place for all climbing abilities. We are just shifting our focus back to our roots - as a space dedicated to support climbing training, strength and improvement!
What is a Spray Wall?
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Answer: A Spray Wall is a climbing wall densely packed with climbing holds of various shapes and sizes, without predetermined routes. Climbers create their own challenges by choosing which holds to use in a sequence.
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They are typically used for training power, endurance, and problem-solving skills.
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Ours is one of Ontario's LARGEST spray walls!!
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What does this mean if I have a multi-gym membership with the Grotto?
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Answer: Our multi-gym membership just got sweeter!! The grading system is no longer be the same at both gyms
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The Grotto Circuit will remain the same
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The Core Circuits is the following
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Foundational Circuit (Pink Tags)
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Progressive Circuit (Orange Tags)
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Performance Circuit (White Tags)
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You will have a larger variety of climbing styles to choose from with your multi-gym membership!
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We encourage your feedback and want to know what you think!
Come check out the new sets and provide your input in person at the gym.