Rock Room is Thunder Bay’s community climbing gym!
With the support of key community partners, Rock Room is thrilled to announce its plan to open a new climbing gym in Thunder Bay.
FAQ
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Who is behind Rock Room?
Rock Room is spearheaded by Mike Hyer and Cody Cook. Mike is the founder and host of Up North Rocks: Northern Ontario’s Only Climbing Podcast, and is most likely to be found searching for a seldom repeated 5.9 ‘classic’ while hauling enough gear to climb El Cap. Cody is the strong one, and brings his love of sport climbing, bouldering and training to Rock Room.
As lifelong residents of Northern Ontario, Mike and Cody are passionate about the region and its climbing. They are thrilled by the opportunity to open Rock Room, and to make it a safe and inclusive gym where the climbing community in Thunder Bay feels at home.
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What is Rock Room?
Rock Room is Thunder Bay’s community climbing gym, serving Thunder Bay and surrounding regions.
Inclusion and community development are central goals for Rock Room - providing a space where climbers and future climbers from all walks of life can climb together in a safe and fun way.
Have thoughts on Rock Room’s future? Interested in helping out? Email mike@rockroomclimbing.ca or reach out to us on Instagram or Facebook.
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What is Rock Room's Plan?
Rock Roomis in the second phase of its four-phase project to open a climbing gym in Thunder Bay.
1. Concept, Consultation & Planning
2. Financing & Location
3. Construction & Renovation
4. Operation
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Where is Rock Room Located?
Rock Room is working diligently to confirm the location for the new gym, and is confident it will be able to do so in early 2025 - Stay Tuned!
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When will Rock Room open?
Opening a climbing gym is a big project! Rock Room’s goal is to have its doors open to the public by late 2025, but will provide updates to the community as the project progresses - follow along on Instagram and by signing up for Rock Room’s newsletter here.
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I'm interested in working at rock room - what should i do?
That is awesome! Interested applicants can send their resumes to info@rockroomclimbing.ca.
Rock Room hopes to foster a diverse staff - applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Please note that Rock Room is not currently hiring, however resumes will be kept on file for Phases 3 and 4.
Rock Room Supporters
Rock Room would like to extend a huge thank you to all the friends and advisors who have supported our project thus far.
Up North Rocks:
Northern Ontario’s Only climbing podcast
Up North Rocks is a podcast all about climbing in Northern Ontario. Listen to hear from the folks who make Northern Ontario climbing great! Follow us on Instagram @upnorthrockspodcast to stay up to date with the show and climbing news in the North!
The climbing scene in northern Ontario is not huge – but what we lack in numbers we more than make up for in commitment, passion, and the massive wealth of rock we have to play on. There has to be at least 5 routes for every climber in the region – lineups are non-existent, parking is rarely an issue. We really are blessed. A huge part of that blessing is that we all have the privilege to live and play on the vast Anishnaabe territories north of gitchi gumee (also known as Lake Superior). Up North Rocks seeks to build community and connection between the humans who love the rocks of Northern Ontario.
Come join us.
