The Gravity Well

gym — The Wood · Nelson

About The Gravity Well

The Gravity Well is a bouldering gym by climbers for climbers in the heart of Nelson, New Zealand, located at 37 Wakatu Lane on the Wakatu Car Park. It's a small town bouldering gym with a friendly local climbing community, combining a modern facility with the culture of an old school local woody.

The gym is equipped with a full size 12' x 12' Kilter Board adjustable between 5 and 70 degrees overhanging, plus hangboards, pinch blocks, gymnastic rings and a campus board. Routesetters refresh the walls three times a week with new boulder problems spanning styles from modern to traditional, and all staff are experienced climbers happy to help with tips and tricks.

The Gravity Well: Bouldering by Climbers, for Climbers, in Nelson

The Gravity Well is a bouldering gym in the heart of Nelson, New Zealand, at 37 Wakatu Lane on the Wakatu Car Park — built by climbers, for climbers.

A modern facility with old school culture

The Gravity Well describes itself as a small town bouldering gym with a friendly local climbing community — a modern bouldering facility carrying the culture of an old school local woody.

Train on serious equipment

For training, the gym features a full size 12' x 12' Kilter Board, adjustable between 5 and 70 degrees overhanging, alongside hangboards, pinch blocks, gymnastic rings and a campus board — giving climbers everything they need to build strength and technique.

Walls that keep changing

The gym's routesetters refresh the bouldering walls three times a week, keeping the selection of problems fresh across a range of styles, from modern to traditional. Whether you're chasing dynamic, technical or old-school movement, there's always something new to try.

Learn from experienced climbers

All staff at The Gravity Well are experienced climbers themselves, and are happy to help members with tips and tricks — useful whether you're brand new to bouldering or looking to refine your technique.

Membership and community

The Gravity Well operates as a membership gym, with a waiver required before climbing. Beyond the walls, it prides itself on its friendly, tight-knit local climbing community.

Visiting The Gravity Well

The Gravity Well is open Monday and Wednesday from 3pm to 9pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 9pm, Friday from 12pm to 9pm, and weekends from 10am to 6pm. It's closed on public holidays. The gym is located at 37 Wakatu Lane, Nelson, on the Wakatu Car Park.

The experience

Between its adjustable Kilter Board, frequently reset walls, experienced staff and genuine local climbing community, The Gravity Well offers a serious but welcoming bouldering experience in the heart of Nelson.

Signature items

  • Kilter Board
  • Bouldering Walls
  • Campus Board & Hangboards
  • Experienced Staff
  • Local Climbing Community

Menu

Climb

  • Bouldering Walls — New boulder problems set three times a week, spanning styles from modern to traditional.

Train

  • Kilter Board — A full size 12' x 12' board, adjustable between 5 and 70 degrees overhanging.
  • Hangboards — For finger and grip strength training.
  • Pinch Blocks — For grip strength training.
  • Gymnastic Rings — For strength and conditioning training.
  • Campus Board — For power and contact strength training.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment does The Gravity Well have?
A 12' x 12' Kilter Board, hangboards, pinch blocks, gymnastic rings and a campus board.
How often are the bouldering walls reset?
Three times a week, with new problems in styles from modern to traditional.
Do I need to sign anything before climbing?
Yes, a waiver is required.
Is the gym good for beginners?
Yes, all staff are experienced climbers and happy to help with tips and tricks.
What are the opening hours?
Monday and Wednesday 3pm-9pm, Tuesday and Thursday 9am-9pm, Friday 12pm-9pm, weekends 10am-6pm. Closed public holidays.
Is The Gravity Well a membership gym?
Yes, membership options are available.
Where is The Gravity Well located?
37 Wakatu Lane, Nelson, on the Wakatu Car Park.

Tips

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