{"id":308197,"date":"2026-06-15T18:59:08","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T18:59:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/308197\/"},"modified":"2026-06-15T18:59:08","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T18:59:08","slug":"vertical-ventures-offering-free-rock-climbing-passes-for-dad-on-fathers-day-in-st-pete","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/308197\/","title":{"rendered":"Vertical Ventures offering free rock climbing passes for dad on Father’s Day in St. Pete"},"content":{"rendered":"

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If your go-to Father\u2019s Day plan usually involves brunch reservations and gift cards, consider shaking things up this year\u2014preferably somewhere air-conditioned. Vertical Ventures (116 18th Street South), a locally rooted indoor climbing gym with 30 years of history, is giving dads a free pass to climb all day on Father\u2019s Day in St. Pete, making it an easy (and fun) thing to do for Father\u2019s Day without spending a dime. <\/p>\n

On Sunday, June 21, dads climb for free all day from 10 am \u2013 6 pm. Whether he wants to bring the family along for a shared adventure or enjoy some well-earned solo time on the wall, it\u2019s a no-pressure way to move, play, and feel strong. It makes a great gift, because nothing says \u201cthanks, Dad\u201d like crushing a route together.\u00a0Learn more and register for the free Father\u2019s Day climb here.<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Photograph\"PhotographPhoto via Vertical Ventures<\/p>\n

A cool way to beat the heat<\/p>\n

As temperatures creep into full Florida summer mode, air-conditioned activities quickly rise to the top of the list. Vertical Ventures checks that box while keeping things active, social, and easy to get hooked on. The gym blends fitness and fun in a way that doesn\u2019t feel like a workout, until your forearms remind you the next day.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re new to climbing, that\u2019s no problem. The space is welcoming and low-pressure, with knowledgeable staff always nearby to help first-timers get comfortable on the wall. No experience required; just a willingness to try something new and maybe laugh at yourself along the way.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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More than routes and belays<\/p>\n

Climbing is the main event, but it\u2019s far from the only thing happening inside Vertical Ventures. The gym offers more than 150 regularly rotated routes, keeping things fresh whether it\u2019s your first visit or your hundredth. Both beginners and experienced climbers will always find something that fits the level of challenge they need.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Away from the wall, there\u2019s a full training area stocked with treadmills, rowers, free weights, kettlebells, assault bikes, and more equipment\u2014perfect for warming up, cooling down, or adding a little extra burn. Yoga classes are also offered throughout the week and led by instructors from Body Electric Yoga, making recovery and mobility part of the experience, too.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Make it a family tradition (or a solo escape)<\/p>\n

Vertical Ventures is open from 10 am \u2013 6 pm on Mother\u2019s Day and Father\u2019s Day. Whether you\u2019re celebrating Mom, Dad, or both, the free-climb holidays are a great excuse to try something different together\u2014or to gift your parents a few uninterrupted hours of movement and fun. The climbing gym makes staying active feel approachable, social, and takes the intimidation out of trying something new.\u00a0<\/p>\n

For full details and other upcoming events, check out the gym\u2019s events calendar<\/a> and follow along on Facebook<\/a> and Instagram<\/a>.\u00a0\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n