Welcome to Movement LIC – one of NYC’s original premier climbing facilities with over 23,000 square feet of climbing 45 ft. high, dynamic walls, and a wide range of climbing. You’ll love our massive lead climbing cave and indoor rendition of The Gunks’ infamous “Buddha” roof boulder. Our bouldering and rope climbs range from beginner to advanced and are reset weekly.
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Climbing Party
One Day Programs
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Climbing Party
One Day Programs
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Learn to Lead (Class Full)
Intermediate
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Acro Yoga
Specialty
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Crux Meet-Up
Meet Ups
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Sunrise Yoga
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School Day Off Camp (Class Full)
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Rock Climbing 4 Every 1
Meet Ups
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Introduction to Rope Climbing
Introductory
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School Day Off Camp (Class Full)
Camps
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📍 Gowanus
Nestled between Brooklyn’s iconic Cobble Hill and Park Slope neighborhoods, Movement Gowanus is the largest climbing gym in New York City. Spanning 36,000 sq. ft. across three massive floors, the gym features over 300 different top rope, lead, and bouldering problems for climbers of every level.
Beyond climbing, our Gowanus location is designed for all-around fitness, offering yoga, acro, HIIT, Pilates, and more—making it a true hub for movement in the city.
Come check us out ⬇️
📍 242 Butler St, Brooklyn, NY 11217
🚨 Last chance to register for the Lead Flash Comp at LIC!
We’re down to the very last spots in each division, so if you’ve been thinking about signing up, this is it. Don’t miss your shot to compete under the lights on Friday, September 19 from 7-10pm⚡🧗
Not competing? No problem. Spectating is FREE and the energy is going to be unreal:
🎶 Live DJ
🍻 Free drinks
🎁 Raffles + prizes
🙌 Epic vibes and hype
Trust us when we say you don’t want to miss our biggest lead comp of the year.
👉 Register now through the link in bio before it’s too late!
👋 Everyone say hi to Nick, our Harlem Gym Director! Nick’s been keeping things on track 🚂 since 2021 and we think a proper introduction as Gym Director is in order (or should we say conductor 😉).
Hey y’all! I’m Nick and I am a climber, weight lifter, dungeon master, novice fantasy football player and Movement Harlem’s Gym Director! Over the last four years, you’ve likely seen me at the desk or on the floor and I am so thrilled to be stepping into my new position. Having worked with our previous director, Lulú for the last four years, I hope to keep the spirit of our gym alive while leading us into our next chapter! If you ever see me climbing, feel free to say hi!
I started climbing sometime in 2018 when a friend of mine finally tricked me into coming with him to our university climbing wall. I was instantly hooked. The first time I ever went bouldering, we climbed until we couldn’t close our hands into fists. So this is my 7th year as a climber, but still not a V7 climber.
When I’m not behind a desk of some kind, I like biking in the city, catching a new movie, and playing video games with my wife! We’ve been hooked on Baldur’s Gate 3 for a while now.
what if we told you the beta was to levitate 🤯
but in all seriousness, @p_mrozek set a beaut 👌 this pretty pink v6 has got pockets from start to finish!
📍v6 at Movement LIC
Ever wondered how a boulder gets set? 🤔
Last Thursday, members joined our Harlem Head Setter, Sebi for Interactive Setti by Night during member Appreciation 🙌
Together we set two fantastic boulders that are still up for you to try on the 30° wall in the back room. Huge shoutout to @sebi.dawg for giving us a behind-the-scenes look at the setting process—from building the problem’s skeleton and forerunning, to adding those emotional support footholds 😉
If you’ve tried out these climbs, let us know what you think! 🧗♀️✨
Hold up ⬆️ Have you signed up yet for LIC’s Lead Cave Comp? ⛓️🔥
On Friday, September 19, LIC turns up the lights, music, and hype for our annual lead climbing throwdown. This year we’ll also feature a 40+ Masters Category because sending has no age limit 🏆
Here’s your sign-up checklist 👇
✅ 18+ & lead certified (belayers provided)
✅ Pick your division: Recreation | Intermediate | Advanced
✅ Bring your crew—spectating is FREE with a DJ, drinks, raffles & prizes
✅ Hit the link in bio to register before spots are gone
🔓 Lead Cave Unlocked!
Take your climbing to the next level! Our Learn to Lead classes give you the beta you need to clip, fall, catch, and climb with confidence (+ a 100XP boost) 🎮
Ready to take the next step in your climbing journey? Head to the link in bio to sign-up and embark on your next challenge (pro tip: members get a discount 🔑)
your friends deserve soft & safe catches (and so do you!)
🔥 Level up your lead climbing skills in our Intermediate Lead: Falling & Catching class.
We’ll cover everything from precise slack management to tricky scenarios like ledges, volumes, roofs, and low clip falls. With hands-on practice and coaching, you’ll learn how to belay with intention, give smooth catches, and lead with confidence.
📅 Upcoming classes:
Wed, Sept 17 | 6–9 PM | Gowanus
Sun, Oct 5 | 11 AM–2 PM | LIC
Wed, Oct 15 | 6–9 PM | Gowanus
Register 🔜 at the link in our bio!
meet our partners
We partner with organizations that help bring down social and physical barriers to climbing and who are committed to preserving and protecting the planet.
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We’d love to hear from you if you have questions, comments, or ideas.