A Northeastern University climbing club meeting at Rock Spot in Boston A Northeastern climbing club member being lowered down a 200 foot cliff Northeastern Recreational Climbing club members climbing at rock spot south boston Three climbers from Northeastern University's climbing club climbing an outdoor cliff

Northeastern University's Rock Climbing Club

What is Northeastern Recreational Climbing (NRC)?

Northeastern Recreational Climbing, also known as NRC, serves as the rock climbing hub for Northeastern University. Whether you are a seasoned climber with 200+ trad climbs under your belt or are new to the sport of climbing, we welcome you to join our community. With over 150 active members, you'll meet many fellow rock climbers of all abilities and experience levels.

Why join NRC?

A Northeastern RRecreational Climbing Club meeting indoors

Discounted Gym Membership

As an active NRC member, you will receive a $10 monthly discount on a Rock Spot or Central Rock gym membership! That’s $120 in savings over a year. With such a great deal, why wouldn’t you become an NRC member?

Outdoor Trips

Don’t limit your climbing to just the gym! Join us on our regularly run outdoor rock climbing trips. Each trip, we try to offer both bouldering and top rope opportunities, no matter your experience or skill level!

Northeastern Climbing Club members getting ready to climb at Middlesex Fells in Boston
Northeastern University's Climbing Club gear supply

Gear Rentals

Already an avid outdoor climber, and want to check out the local crags? All NRC members can get access to our club rental gear. This includes crashpads, harnesses, ropes, quickdraws, helmets, and more!

Community

Rock climbing is more fun when you get to meet new people. NRC offers an inclusive hub for all Northeastern climbers, where you can meet new people, learn new skills, and explore the outdoors. With community events like our Rock Spot Sleepover and movie nights, there are plenty of opportunities to make connections!

A group photo of all Northeastern Climbing Club members at a climbing gym in South Boston
A Northeastern Recreational Club climber climbing sport climbing at Rumney in New Hampshire

NRC By the Numbers

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