Adult training

Do you want to climb stronger, grow technically, or simply be involved with the sport structurally? Our adult training sessions are for every level, whether you're just starting out or have been climbing for years.

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Adults

Beginner Blocks

Bouldering isn't purely about strength.

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Adults

Personal Training

The real deal! 1 on 1 with one of our top trainers.

Youth training

Climbing is a sport that's best learned young. Our youth training sessions are playful, challenging, and tailored to your child's age and ability, with guidance from experienced coaches who know how to motivate and help young climbers develop.

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Block Youngstars

For the young climbers aged 8 to 10 years old.

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Block Rising Heroes

For climbers aged 10 to 13 years old.

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Children

Block Badass

For young climbers aged 13 to 17.

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Block Athletes

Training for junior match players.

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Block Challengers

Match group for regional competitions

Step-by-step bouldering

Let's start

Bouldering at Block013 is accessible. You don't need to know how to belay, and no certification is required. Report to the reception desk, optionally rent climbing shoes, and we'll give you a brief explanation of the basic rules, safety, and how to start a route.

Independent bouldering is permitted from the age of 12. Younger climbers are also welcome, but our youth policy applies. Children aged 8 and over may boulder with parental supervision, with a maximum of two children per parent or guardian. Additional conditions and specific off-peak hours apply to children aged 6 and 7.

Bouldering is a form of rock climbing that is done on small rock formations or artificial rock walls, known as boulders. It is typically done without the use of ropes or harnesses, with the climber protected by a crash pad.

Bouldering is climbing without ropes or a harness, on short routes of about 3 to 4.5 metres high. Thick crash mats lie beneath the walls. This allows you to start immediately, without a climbing partner or safety equipment.

Every boulder is a small puzzle. You use strength, balance, technique and, above all, your head to climb up using the grips. You don't need to be strong or experienced to start: there are routes for beginners and for advanced climbers alike. Block013 describes bouldering itself as climbing in its purest form: sporty, social and quite addictive.

What can you expect?

At Block013 you'll find a varied bouldering gym in Tilburg with routes for every level. Are you new? We'll get you started with a short explanation, a sample boulder, and practical tips. After that, you can try routes at your own pace.

Start with the easier boulders, watch how others move, and take enough rest in between. You don’t have to reach the top straight away. Bouldering is all about trying, falling, trying again, and improving step by step.

After climbing, you can hang out in the lounge or at the bar. Block013 isn't just about sport, but also about the casual atmosphere, music, team, and community.

Do I need experience?

No. You can start without any prior experience. During your first visit, you'll receive an explanation of the sport and the most important safety rules. After that, you can get started on your own.

Would you like to get better at climbing after your first session? Then you can join Block Beginners. This training consists of 3 sessions, once a week, in a group of at least 6 and a maximum of 8 participants. No entry-level experience is required.

There are also separate training options for personal training, youth training, and advanced climbers.

Is it safe?

Bouldering is an accessible form of indoor climbing. You climb without ropes, but on thick crash mats. The walls are about 3 to 4.5 metres high.

As with any sport, there are risks involved. Therefore, on your first visit, you will be given an explanation on how to fall safely, how to pay attention, and how to be considerate of other climbers. The most important rule is: never walk underneath someone who is climbing, and keep the mat clear.

Frequently asked questions

Here you'll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our climbing gym, routes and using the app. Is your question among them? Then you can quickly get back to climbing.

Get in touch

Anyone can go bouldering! You can do it on your own or with friends. Feel free to drop by. We're happy to help you get started.

Bouldering is a fast-growing and social style of climbing. In bouldering, climbers do not use ropes or harnesses, but are protected by thick crash mats. Therefore, no special equipment is required for bouldering, making it easy to drop in and get started. It is challenging, athletic, increases your strength and confidence, and above all, it is great fun.

We offer a wide variety of coffees (from espresso to latte), made from fresh, exclusive coffee beans, and there’s also a selection of different teas to choose from. A variety of food is available too, such as pizzas, cakes, Clif Bars, paninis and fruit. Finally, we have 100% fruit juices and smoothies, all sorts of soft drinks and more than 15 beers.

In reality, you only need comfortable clothes and trainers. For extra grip on the wall, we recommend renting climbing shoes from us. These are available at the reception for €4.50.

Showers, toilets, changing rooms, water, Wi-Fi, training room. All these facilities are available free of charge.

8 is the minimum age and there is no maximum. Climbers up to the age of 12 may only climb under the direct supervision of their parents (1 adult per 2 children).

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