The name Matchworks isn’t just a quirky throwback—the building originally housed a match factory, and echoes of its gritty past remain. You can almost imagine the workers of yesteryear swapping stories as you clip into your harness today. It’s this blend of old and new that gives the Hangar its effortlessly cool identity.
If you’re snapping photos for the ‘gram, the light is your best friend. The afternoon sun streams through the tall windows, casting dramatic shadows across the colorful holds. Pro tip: shoot from the mezzanine level for a sweeping view of the climbers scaling the walls like modern-day spiders.
Don’t expect a sterile, white-box fitness center. Expect music that’s loud enough to feel—think indie rock and lo-fi beats—and a crowd that’s equal parts serious athlete and casual weekend warrior. You’ll see kids laughing on the auto-belays next to grizzled veterans dialing in their footwork.
