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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Insight and Answers From Industry Professionals

Browse detailed guidance on our products, processes, and services. We provide clear, practical information to help you plan, design, and execute your project with confidence and precision.

HELPFUL INFORMATION

Everything You Need to Know

Curious about how IMPACT designs, manufactures, and installs climbing walls? Our FAQ section provides detailed answers to the questions we get most often, covering everything from materials and safety standards to customization, installation, and maintenance. It’s designed to give you the information you need to make confident decisions about your project. If your question isn’t answered here, our team is always available to provide expert guidance and personalized support. We’re committed to ensuring your experience with IMPACT is smooth, safe, and inspiring.

Finding the Right Space

Starting a climbing gym begins with clearly defining your budget and facility goals. You can either work with a fixed budget and design the wall to fit it, or decide on the ideal wall size first and then secure the necessary funding.

 

Understanding the purpose of the gym, the users, and programming needs is critical to making informed decisions. Every project is unique, and expert guidance can ensure your vision is realistic, achievable, and aligned with market demand.

Climbing Wall Design and Construction

All climbing walls are custom-designed for each facility, taking into account programming, user needs, and space constraints. Modular features, prefabricated components, and angled surfaces ensure a challenging, engaging, and safe experience for climbers of all skill levels.

Climbing Gym Operations

Climbing gym insurance typically ranges from 2–3% of annual revenue. For example, a gym generating $750,000 in climbing-related revenue may spend around $20,000 annually, an essential part of operational planning.

BOULDER BLOCS

Boulder Blocs FAQ: outdoor climbing boulders for parks and playgrounds

 

What are Boulder Blocs?

Boulder Blocs are modular outdoor climbing boulders designed by Impact Climbing for parks, playgrounds, schools and recreation areas. They are engineered structures built with structural steel, reinforced composite panels and climbing holds, and are made to order in Milton, Ontario.

 

What ages are Boulder Blocs designed for?

There are models for ages 2 to 5, ages 5 to 12, and ages 12 and up. Each structure supports up to 8 users at a time.

 

Are Boulder Blocs safe?

Yes, when installed correctly. Boulder Blocs are designed in alignment with CSA Z614 (the Canadian playground standard), ASTM F1487 and the National Building Code of Canada. Final safety depends on proper installation, correct protective surfacing, and proper layout and spacing.

 

What foundation do Boulder Blocs need?

Boulder Blocs are surface-mounted on a concrete slab at least 4 inches thick with 32 MPa strength, using the engineered anchoring system. They can also be installed on helical piles. Installation must follow the engineered drawings and guidelines.

 

What safety surfacing is required?

Protective surfacing is mandatory and must meet CSA Z614. Typical options are engineered wood fibre, poured-in-place rubber or an equivalent certified system, matched to the fall height of the structure and covering the full fall zone.

 

How much does a Boulder Bloc cost?

Boulder Blocs have an MSRP of US$24,013.65 to US$58,165 per boulder, depending on the model. Freight and installation are quoted separately once your project details are confirmed. Contact us or a local dealer for a quote.

 

Is installation included?

No. Installation is quoted separately. Boulder Blocs are installed by an authorized dealer or by Impact Climbing.

 

What is the warranty?

The exterior surface is covered for 4 years and the structural steel for 8 years against defects in materials and workmanship. Normal wear, vandalism, improper installation and unauthorized modifications are not covered.

 

Can Boulder Blocs be customized or combined?

Yes. Custom colours are available, and layouts and model combinations vary per project. Some boulders have faces that pair together to create arches and other features. Each side of a boulder has a different angle.

 

Do Boulder Blocs need assembly?

Most models arrive ready to anchor. The Naica and Flint Stone models require assembly on site.

 

Can you ship outside Canada and the USA?

Yes. Impact Climbing ships Boulder Blocs worldwide. Ordering several boulders together lets us fill a container and lower the shipping cost per unit.

 

How much maintenance do Boulder Blocs need?

At minimum, an annual inspection of the panels, base condition and any movement. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately.

 

Who is responsible for safety compliance?

The installer or dealer is responsible for installation, layout and compliance, and the municipality or owner gives final approval. Compliance is site-specific and must be verified at installation.

 

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