The Studio Climbing in San Jose feels like home. Compared to Pacific Pipe, which has a more corporate, warehouse-style vibe, The Studio has a welcoming, community-driven atmosphere that makes you want to stay and hang out. The staff is always friendly, the setting is creative and consistently fresh, and the layout makes it easy to connect with other climbers.
It may not be the biggest gym, but that’s part of its charm—it’s a place where you recognize faces, get solid climbs in, and actually feel like part of a climbing family. If you’re looking for a gym that balances strong routes, a chill vibe, and a tight-knit community, The Studio is the spot.
I went around 7-8pm on a Monday. Seems more like a social spot than a place to get a workout done. Sauna is co-ed, unlike the other touchstone gyms which are in separate locker rooms. Sauna was functional. Also, bring a swimsuit or your own towels because the tiny ones they provide don't wrap around a normal sized adult body and you have to pass the lobby/check in area to get from the locker room to the sauna.
If you want a more peaceful experience I'd try to get there during school/work hours to avoid crowds.
Great place very quirky set up in an old theatre. Was my first time using a bouldering gym but definitely worth it. I had so much fun testing my strength and stamina on the walls.
The locker room clean and tidy. The sauna had a funny smell when I was there so I’m guessing it wasn’t clean. Also no one uses it so I’m guessing that’s the reason.
We've been members here for over a year, and the location, staff, walls, upkeep, and overall vibe is a ton of fun. Great for our kids, the competitions are a good time, and compact but very effective gym space as well. We love it here! Not too crowded most all of the time either.
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Elise Fredricks
3 weeks agoThe Studio Climbing in San Jose feels like home. Compared to Pacific Pipe, which has a more corporate, warehouse-style vibe, The Studio has a welcoming, community-driven atmosphere that makes you want to stay and hang out. The staff is always friendly, the setting is creative and consistently fresh, and the layout makes it easy to connect with other climbers. It may not be the biggest gym, but that’s part of its charm—it’s a place where you recognize faces, get solid climbs in, and actually feel like part of a climbing family. If you’re looking for a gym that balances strong routes, a chill vibe, and a tight-knit community, The Studio is the spot.
Rayna Lomker
a month agoI went around 7-8pm on a Monday. Seems more like a social spot than a place to get a workout done. Sauna is co-ed, unlike the other touchstone gyms which are in separate locker rooms. Sauna was functional. Also, bring a swimsuit or your own towels because the tiny ones they provide don't wrap around a normal sized adult body and you have to pass the lobby/check in area to get from the locker room to the sauna. If you want a more peaceful experience I'd try to get there during school/work hours to avoid crowds.
DIEGO BROWN
2 months agoI came on vacation and the staff was amazing, the climbing felt very old school and challenging, solid grading too. Overall very nice experience!
Harvey Talwar
2 years agoGreat place very quirky set up in an old theatre. Was my first time using a bouldering gym but definitely worth it. I had so much fun testing my strength and stamina on the walls. The locker room clean and tidy. The sauna had a funny smell when I was there so I’m guessing it wasn’t clean. Also no one uses it so I’m guessing that’s the reason.
Chris Reynolds
8 months agoWe've been members here for over a year, and the location, staff, walls, upkeep, and overall vibe is a ton of fun. Great for our kids, the competitions are a good time, and compact but very effective gym space as well. We love it here! Not too crowded most all of the time either.