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Hi it looks like a good deal but I was wondering if we had to purchase the gear we might need seperately? Also I dont know if it says it on the website..but do we have to pay for or even take small class or intro thing to rock climb?—sorry if Q’s dont make the most sence. :)
THank you.
:)

it’s $6 to rent shoes, harness, chalk, chalk bag, and less if you just want to rent shoes, etc. the owner is super great and will give you a run down on how to do everything when you get there, but they do offer climbing classes that cost extra

Read the details. This Groupon includes free equipment rental!

Hi Caroline, Anny and Evvie – Yes, the Groupon includes all the equipment rental you will need. You will be climbing rocks like Tom Cruise in no time. I am getting some more information about classes for new climbers from the owner, so I will be giving an update soon.

Also, El Cerrito is very close to Berkeley and there is ample parking at the facility!

Alka
Groupon Staff

Do you have to use the three days consecutively?

Is this a punch card type thing? Same as Khiet asked, do you need to use the days consecutively?

No, you can use the passes as quickly or as slowly as you want – once the card has been started it never expires.

We have beginner climbing classes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:00 pm. We’ll throw this class into the deal for FREE for all Groupon users (an additional $10 value.) We also offer more advanced instruction, and one-on-one lessons for $40/hour.

ah, one more question. Is a yoga class free as well when using the Groupon? My scenario: my husband and I buy two of these passes, we come to El Cerrito and spend a few hours at Bridges, try to climb, and take a yoga class, purchase food in the cafe…sounds like a great date.. can that happen and be repeated 3 times? That would be awesome!

Is this appropriate for children? I have a 6 and an 8 year old and know they would love this. Would they be allowed to participate?

In addition to your weekday instruction, do you have weekend beginner classes? Do the lessons cover both slacklining and rock-climbing? What’s the policy for children, ages 11 & 15? Could we purchase tix for them, as well? Thanks!

Hi Kristina,
Yoga is included in your day pass. Everything the gym has to offer is open to use with this punchcard.

Hi Linda,
Kids have a blast at Bridges. We have 3-4 years olds who climb regularly, and kids particularly love the slacklines!

Thanks!
-Damian
Owner/Manager at Bridges

Thanks Damian. Sounds like the perfect out-of-the box date for me and my man!

Hi Sabrina,
Free weekend slacklining classes are on the October calendar , and we periodically offer weekend climbing classes for free as well. These classes typically last about 30 – 45 min.

Thanks,
-Damian
Owner/Manager at Bridges

Thank you Groupon for having a deal in El Cerrito, where i live! Can we have a groupon for pilates in berkeley next!?? pleaaase!!

Does the groupon include the pilates class on saturday morning at 10?

Is there a quick refresher prior to climbing about tying knots/belaying for those who haven’t done this in a while? My 13 year old loves this but hasn’t gone in a year.

Hi Rebecca – We are happy to feature something in your city, we heard all the feedback from our Groupies about wanting to see more businesses in East Bay and this is our experiment! Tell all your friends so we can keep featuring more East Bay businesses!

This Groupon includes the Pilates class on Saturday morning. Enjoy!

Alka
Groupon Staff

Hi Marla – There are classes on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:00 pm that are included with this Groupon. It is a great beginner and refresher course.

Enjoy!

Alka
Groupon Staff

Hi! This Q is for Bridges staff…
I have back issues, spondylothesis at my L5 to be precise (injury resulting from a bad personal trainer no less!). I do Pilates and spinning, but avoid hyper-extending or aerobic activities. I would love to try rock climbing. Is it recommended / ok for people with back issues?

Hi! Can the same punchcard redeemed by more than one person on the same visit?
Thanks!

Hi Gloria – Our Pilates instructor is excellent, so that’s definitely an option, and this Groupon is a very inexpensive way to take a few classes. As for back issues, hmmm… it’s hard to say – I would recommend talking with your doctor if you have questions about participating in rock climbing. Hopefully your back is feeling good and we’ll see you here soon!

Hi Tinsley – The punchcards are for one user, however you may buy more than one and give it as a gift!

Hi Damian,
I do Pilates in the City so I wouldnt drive out there for that… my back is fine – unless I do something bouncy aerobic or hyper-extensive, heavy lifting etc. to F it up.
I have never done rock climbing, I dont imagine it aerobic bouncy or that there is any lifting involved… the ad mentions stretching, perhaps you can speak to the type and level of activity involved so i can determine if it is something I can do. Thanks!

Love this! It says no purchase limit, so does this mean I can buy more than one for myself?

Hi C Lee – You might want to take a look at the side feature, it is a 10 visit pass for $45, which works out to $4.50 per visit, and the card never expires!
http://www.groupon.com/deals/bridges-rock-gym-1

Alka
Groupon Staff

I bought two passes – looking forward to some fun climbing with my man. Perfect indoor activity during the cooler weather.

Thanks for answering my questions. I have one more though…. it is one pass per person, correct? The punch card cannot be shared?

Could we use the facilities without a basic lesson for slacklining? We have climbed in the past. Do we need a refresher lesson?

Hi Sabrina – You can definitely use this Groupon for climbing only and skip the lessons. If you are experience climbers I would suggest the side offer of a 10 visit pass for only $45. http://www.groupon.com/deals/bridges-rock-gym-1

Alka
Groupon Staff

I was really excited about this deal…. until I realized that it is more than $12 and an hour commute out of San Francisco just to get there. Eastbay is huge, so no offense but maybe you guys should just get your own Groupon page. People come to SF to do more than just one activity but who in SF wants to leave for one thing?

it says i get refer a friend credit, how does that work? i’ve had three people sign up, dont know if they’ve bought anything yet. jus wondering.

Hi James – Let your excitement live! Bridges is only a 35 minute ride from the 16th St. Mission BART Station to the El Cerrito Plaza Station ($3.95 one way.) If four wheels is your way, you’ll arrive in just 16 minutes! You can also get an amazing meal at our cafe, take a yoga class, and relax in the sauna – so you will definitely get your fix for multiple activities right here at Bridges. Hope to see you soon!

-Damian
Owner/Manager at Bridges

hmmm…. the link for four wheels didn’t work. Here it is again:

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=San+Francisco,CA&daddr=BridgesRock+Gym&geocode=&hl=en&mra=ls&sll=37.77493,-122.419416&sspn=0.191315,0.445976&ie=UTF8&ll=37.835276,-122.356453&spn=0.191159,0.445976&z=12

Thanks everyone! See you at Bridges!!!

-Damian
Owner/Manager at Bridges

I wasn’t able to log in while the offer was available—server busy and no link.
Are you planning more deals in the future? I really want to try your place out
and to bring my friends. Thanks

Hi Jack and Nancy – Could you guys send an email to our customer service team, they might be able to help out better than I can: support@groupon.com.

Thanks!
Alka
Groupon Staff

Alka and Damian,
I’m all in support of the East Bay activities. So, please keep them coming! This is my first purchase since I joined a month ago!