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Portside Boulders O'Connor

πŸ“ O'Connor, WA

β˜…4.9(275 Google reviews)πŸ’°$17.50-$25πŸ‘Ά5+

Spacious indoor bouldering gym in O Connor with routes across all skill levels, beginner coaching sessions, monthly social climbs, and an on-site cafe. Kids 5 and up can climb with adult supervision.

βœ“ Beginner coaching availableβœ“ Weekly new routesβœ“ Accessible by public transportβœ“ On-site cafeβœ“ Spacious facilitiesβœ“ Kids 5+ welcome
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β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Featured review by Nathan

Had alot of fun with a group of 4+ felt safe the whole time even after I completed this climb and got down safely just love the photo

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Best for families with kids aged 7 and up who want proper coaching alongside their climbing, not just a casual session. The one-on-one coaching format is a genuine strength. Families should that at least one recent review reports unfriendly staff treatment toward families β€” phone ahead during busy periods to gauge current staffing.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Book a private coaching session via email if your family is new to bouldering
⏰The gym is a 10-minute walk from the Sainsbury Rd bus stop β€” no car required
🎟️Female shoe hire in size 38 and above may require a wait during school holidays
πŸš—Route setting updates weekly, making return visits worthwhile

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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4.9
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275 Google reviews

Strong beginner coaching program40%
Spacious, well-maintained facilities35%
Frequent route updates15%
Inconsistent staff reception10%
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Nathan

2 months ago

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β€œHad alot of fun with a group of 4+ felt safe the whole time even after I completed this climb and got down safely just love the photo”

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Michael Dufty

2 months ago

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β€œGreat gym. Nice facilities and setting with new routes ever week. Big fans surprisingly effective on all but the hottest days.”

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Cy Young

5 months ago

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β€œWhile traveling in Perth, I signed up for Axis Coaching (Initial 1-on-1 Private Coaching for 1 hour: $60) through the Portside Boulders website. It's located about a 10-minute walk from the Sainsbury Rd After Hines Rd bus stop. I scheduled a time via email and received one-hour instruction from Coach EM. Since I struggle to communicate in English, Coach EM, with my understanding, used a translation app on my smartphone to help me learn safe falling techniques and create a bouldering course suited to my skill level. Portside Boulders O'Connor offers a variety of bouldering courses and is a great gym for beginners. While my English communication skills were a bit limited, Coach EM's detailed guidance provided a high-quality workout. Please note that you can continue your workout after the one-hour lesson. If I ever visit Perth again, I'd love to visit this gym again. If you are visiting by public transport, it is convenient to use public transport from Freementle or Bull Creek.”

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Marie Wang

6 years ago

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β€œGood service, spacious, great designed wall. Great hot chocolate and drinks. Friendly staff. Toilets clean. Can be better if hire more staff as it’s school holidays now. Female size 38+ shoes renting needed to wait as well. Reasonable price. Will definitely come back!”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Portside Boulders O Connor features multi-level bouldering walls with weekly new routes, beginner coaching available by appointment, and a social climbing program. On-site cafe serves hot drinks and snacks; gear is stocked for purchase. Shoe hire available, as larger female sizes (38+) may require waiting during busy school-holiday periods. One-hour individual coaching sessions use creative methods including translation apps to bridge language gaps.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday08:00 – 19:00
Tuesday10:00 – 22:00
Wednesday06:00 – 22:00
Thursday10:00 – 22:00
Friday06:00 – 22:00
Saturday10:00 – 22:00
Sunday08:00 – 19:00

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