EP Climbing Celebrates Grand Opening of Portland Rock Gym’s Beaverton Location
Featuring US-First Titan Bouldering Wall
Beaverton, Oregon – November 6, 2023 – EP Climbing, a leading climbing wall manufacturer, celebrates the grand opening of Portland Rock Gym‘s state-of-the-art facility in Beaverton, a significant milestone in their ongoing partnership.
When Portland Rock Gym opened in 1988, it was one of the few modular climbing gyms in the world and the second in the United States. PRG became a hub for Oregon’s climbing community and an innovator in climbing training.
Today, Portland Rock Gym continues its legacy of innovation with the introduction of its largest facility yet at Cedar Mill’s Peterkort Towne Square, formerly Orchard Supply Hardware. This remarkable 64,000-square-foot gym is set to become the country’s largest climbing gym.
The Beaverton location, currently undergoing a two-phase completion, promises diverse climbing experiences suitable for all skill levels. The first phase, opened in September 2023, features 8,300 square feet of climbing terrain, including beginner-friendly walls, two adjustable training walls, a colorful spray wall, including the Titan boulder which will also be included in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The second phase, anticipated for spring 2024, expands the facility with a 60-foot rope climbing wall expands into a 60,000 square foot building, locker rooms, showers, more bouldering space, and a speed wall certified by the International Federation of Sport Climbing.
Beyond climbing walls, the facility includes yoga studios, a gear retail area, and an open workout space. Portland Rock Gym’s mission extends to fostering a community hub where climbing enthusiasts can connect.
Notably, the Beaverton location features the Titan bouldering wall, a groundbreaking training tool. The Titan boulder, designed by EP Climbing in collaboration with the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC), made its competitive debut at the 2023 IFSC Climbing World Championships in Bern. It will be the bouldering wall for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in the Combined Boulder and Lead event.
The Titan boulder has also been installed at gyms across Europe and Asia, allowing members of the public to climb on the very same wall as future Olympians. The first Titan Boulder installation in North America can be found at the Beaverton location of Portland Rock Gym.
“We take pride in Portland Rock Gym’s pioneering role with the Titan Boulder,” said Bryce Benge, CEO of EP Climbing (USA). “This addition is a game-changer and a testament to their forward-thinking approach.”
Local businesses in the area anticipate a positive impact on the community as this facility attracts climbers. The official grand opening party took place on October 17, 2023.
For more information about EP Climbing and the Titan Boulder, please visit www.epclimbing.com.
About EP Climbing:
EP Climbing, a leading climbing wall manufacturer, collaborates with gyms worldwide to create innovative climbing spaces, earning a strong reputation in the industry.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Allison Justice
a.justice@epclimbing.com
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