Frequently asked questions

Yes! The intro class is required for all new to ROQ, regardless of your climbing experience. The Intro class isn't a formality — it's the foundation everything else is built on. In a single session, you'll learn how ROQ works and what makes our training different, straight from our coaches.

This isn't a watered-down preview. It's a full, high-energy class. Experienced climbers get oriented to the ROQ methodology and spend time dialing in the climbing level you’ll work from going forward, so every future session provides maximum benefit.

That’s exactly why ROQ exists.

Every class is coach-led and scalable, meaning you can move at your own pace while still feeling challenged. The goal of your first session is not perfection — it’s building confidence and having a successful first experience.

Most members are surprised by how quickly they feel capable.

Not for a second. Many first-time ROQ clients have never climbed before.

Our instructors guide every minute — you'll know exactly what to do, at every point. Many of our members started with zero climbing experience, and that's exactly who ROQ was built for.

ROQ classes focus on movement, confidence, and progression — and also incorporate many traditional fitness exercises you already know like squats, situps, rowing and more.

Yes! — but in a format specifically designed for learning and progression.

ROQ uses climbing as part of a larger training methodology, helping beginners build movement skills while giving experienced climbers a structured way to improve strength, endurance, and coordination.

You'll walk in, get a quick orientation, and within minutes you'll be on the wall — guided the whole way. No figuring it out alone. The 60 minutes break down into 40 minutes of climbing (tailored to your level, if you’re new your coaches will provide you with all the guidance you need), 10 minutes of rowing, and 10 minutes of strength work. Then: sauna, shower, done.

Think:

• The coaching and energy of boutique fitness
• The skill and progression of climbing
• The community and accountability of training together
• The energy of a night club

Training at ROQ regularly will: :

• Increase strength and endurance
• Improve coordination and movement confidence
• Deliver better climbing performance, including among elite climbers
• Enable higher overall fitness capacity

More importantly, many members find ROQ becomes a consistent routine because the experience feels engaging, social, and skill-based.

ROQ’s methodology and class structure was developed by pro climber and coach Matt Fultz. Matt is one of the top climbers in the world and he uses this methodology himself and with his 1:1 clients to push into the absolute highest levels of the sport.

You can read more about Matt’s training philosophy on our blog. If you still have questions, come take your first class and talk to us in person. ROQ is also open for you to use the facility for your own training outside of class hours, so feel free to stop by then too!

Absolutely. ROQ was developed to complement climbing gyms by improving:

• Movement efficiency
• Strength endurance
• Coordination
• Capacity under fatigue

Many members use ROQ alongside their regular climbing routine 1–2x per week.

Yes — many members use ROQ to supplement their climbing gym routine.

Our programming is specifically designed to improve movement quality, climbing capacity, and training consistency without replacing your normal climbing sessions.

No. ROQ offers intro options and flexible memberships designed around how often you want to train. Of course the best value and fastest path to results is a membership, you can start with:

• 2-for-1
• 4-visit training memberships
• Weekly class routines

No penalties for late cancellation or no-show to open gym. For all other class types, penalties as follows. Day use (including punch packs) - Cancellation with less than 24 hours notice results in a loss of credit. A no-show results in a loss of credit and a $9 fee. Members - Cancellation with less than 24 hours notice results in a $19 fee. We'll waive this fee once per month. A no-show results in a $29 fee that we'll waive once every 2 months.

1415 Elliott Ave W, Seattle WA 98119. We’re in the Elliott Junction building alongside neighbors like Dantini Pizza, Holy Mountain Brewing Company and Old Log Cabin Distillery.

You can find parking here:

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Just arrive in comfortable workout clothes.

We provide:

• Climbing shoes
• Premium locker rooms
• Showers
• Sauna access

Our goal is to make the experience simple and approachable from the moment you walk in.