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Turner Hall Climbing Gym

Rock climbing gym · Milwaukee, WI · reviewed since 2018

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%89+56.5Reliability 28%87+24.6Replies to reviews 8%18+1.5Experts Score= 83Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.83SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#2 of 13 climbing gymsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 92%
4.9 ★★★★★ 56 Google reviews · 24 photos
93%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
4%reviews answered by the owner
Jun 2026latest review

Turner Hall Climbing Gym at a glance

Reviewers describe Turner Hall Climbing Gym as an affordable facility with a welcoming community atmosphere and helpful staff. Customers highlight diverse training options, including bouldering, lead climbing, gymnastics, and weight rooms, noting that routes are technical and rotate regularly. The absence of auto-belays requires partners, and student nights can draw crowds. One lower-rated comment criticized the limited climbing volume due to the small space, though others praised the efficient use of the area.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 56 reviews (93% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 56 Google reviews (33 with written comments, 5 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 4% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: June 21, 2026.
  • Service: Climbing Gym serving Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Data from Google, last updated November 4, 2026.

Score profile vs other climbing gyms

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction89Reliability87Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews18Satisfaction: 89 (median 69)Reliability: 87 (median 71)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 18 (median 27)
Turner Hall Climbing GymClimbing Gyms median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Turner Hall Climbing Gym: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 69.A
89
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Turner Hall Climbing Gym: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 71.A
87
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 92.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Turner Hall Climbing Gym: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Turner Hall Climbing Gym: 18/100 on this factor. Category median: 27.F
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Star ratings

56 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars5293%
  • 4 stars24%
  • 3 stars12%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star12%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 33 written reviews

  • Praise19100%
  • Complaints00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude842%
  • Price & value632%
  • Would recommend211%
  • Quality & results15%
  • Speed & response15%
  • Honesty & trust15%

What customers talk about

We read 33 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “The session was fun, challenging, and very beginner-friendly thanks to the clear coaching and support.”
  • “Most affordable gym in town and can't beat the community.”
  • “I highly recommend trying it out, especially if you want to work on your crimps.”
  • “I recently visited Turner Hall Climbing Gym in Milwaukee for a dry tooling event, and it was an amazing experience from start to finish.”
  • “Very instruction-based gym where you can learn lead climbing, sport climbing with quick draws, multi-pitch climbing, ice climbing, and even highline.”
  • “This was my first time trying dry tooling, and I honestly really enjoyed it.”

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Matt4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Went for specificly bouldering and was definitely challenged by the routes set there. I will definitely come back to turner next time I'm in Milwaukee

Customer photo from Matt's reviewCustomer photo from Matt's review
Clairyssa6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Most affordable gym in town and can't beat the community. A relaxed enough environment to weight train and use the space for climbing🙏🏻

MyraLocal Guide · 211 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Super Sparkle Dooper Outstanding Staff. Really knowledgeable and friendly. Totally love going to This place

SeanLocal Guide · 124 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I love climbing here, and my daughter loves the gymnastics! There's a great community, it's affordable, and parking has been super easy on the weekend mornings. (Maybe other times, that's just when I go.)

Jason4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Great rock climbing gym especially for the price! Cool staff and a good environment.

MasonLocal Guide · 36 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Great climbing gym! Lots of ways to train. Weight room, rotating climbing wall, moon board, ice climbing, multi pitch practice, rappelling, bouldering, hangboard. Don't forgot the 12 foot roof!

Customer photo from Mason's review

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 56 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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K KeeneLocal Guide · 100 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews K has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

AN AMAZING PLACE TO CLIMB!!!

R MLocal Guide · 33 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews R has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I recently visited Turner Hall Climbing Gym in Milwaukee for a dry tooling event, and it was an amazing experience from start to finish. The event was hosted in collaboration with Biopic Beta along with the climbing gym, and everything was very well organized and smooth. We had two excellent coaches leading the session. Marcus Garcia guided us through proper techniques and body positioning, focusing on form and efficiency. Jessica also did a great job teaching practical climbing methods, including how to use techniques like figure 4 and figure 9 effectively. This was my first time trying dry tooling, and I honestly really enjoyed it. The session was fun, challenging, and very beginner-friendly thanks to the clear coaching and support. Overall, it was a fantastic event and a great introduction to dry tooling. Big thanks to the coaches and to Biopic Beta for coordinating and hosting such a well-run experience.

Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Thank you for this wonderful review! We are so happy you enjoyed the experience. Hopefully we will see you in the gym in the future!

Matt Yee4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matt has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Went for specificly bouldering and was definitely challenged by the routes set there. I will definitely come back to turner next time I'm in Milwaukee

Clairyssa Browning6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Clairyssa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Most affordable gym in town and can't beat the community. A relaxed enough environment to weight train and use the space for climbing🙏🏻

Myra LongakerLocal Guide · 211 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Myra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Super Sparkle Dooper Outstanding Staff. Really knowledgeable and friendly. Totally love going to This place

Sean MohundroLocal Guide · 124 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sean has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I love climbing here, and my daughter loves the gymnastics! There's a great community, it's affordable, and parking has been super easy on the weekend mornings. (Maybe other times, that's just when I go.)

Jason Lovrien4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jason has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great rock climbing gym especially for the price! Cool staff and a good environment.

Amani AsadLocal Guide · 130 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Amani has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This place is always so welcoming. Staff is great.

G4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews G has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great place for climbing and gymnastics for children and adults!!

Mason MuellerLocal Guide · 36 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mason has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great climbing gym! Lots of ways to train. Weight room, rotating climbing wall, moon board, ice climbing, multi pitch practice, rappelling, bouldering, hangboard. Don't forgot the 12 foot roof!

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