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October 20, 2026

make friends, send boulders 🧗‍♀️❤️ join us for ladies crew tomorrow, 7–9pm! come climb, meet new people, and hang with the community. free for members, $18 for non-members! 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #climbing #bouldering #climbingcommunity

October 20, 2026

our method halloween party is back 🎃 join us fri, oct 30th at 8pm at newark local beer! expect a costume contest, karaoke, and beer specials! ✨ before the party, stop by the method market at the gym from 5–9pm to shop local vendors + support our community. 🫂 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #market #bouldering #climbing

October 6, 2026

🗣️ the annual fall merch sale is here! from oct. 6–17, you can grab select apparel, gear, and climbing shoes at a discount. swipe through to see what’s on sale come by method + grab your favorites before the sale ends. #climbing #bouldering #climbinggym

September 22, 2026

the next two weeks at method are stacked! show out for one event or all four! beta run club thurs, sept 24 | 6:30-7pm [free to join / meeting at method climbing cafe] bipoc climbers thurs, sept 24 | 7–9pm [members free / $18 non-members] method mixer fri, sept 25 | 7–11pm [free entry / happening at newark local beer] spectrum climbers tues, sept 29 | 7:30–9:30pm [members free / $18 non-members] come for the climbing, stay for the community. 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #bouldering #climbing #newark

September 7, 2026

this wednesday is ladies crew ✨ no pressure. no experience required. just good people, good climbs, + a crew that’s always down to cheer you on. 💛 date: wed, sep 9 | 7pm-9pm entry: free for members | $18 for non-members (gear included) 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #climbing #bouldering #climbinggym

September 5, 2026

looking for labor day plans? we’ve got you. 🫂 we’re open 10am–11pm for climbing + 10am–9pm at the cafe. come climb, grab a coffee, + make the most of this long weekend ✨ 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #climbing #bouldering #climbinggym

September 2, 2026

Wednesday Night Onsight is back! ⚡️ Wed, Sep 9 [6pm-9pm] 4 minutes. 3 boulders. No beta. Just you vs. the wall. Laid-back vibes, all levels welcome, free to join. Categories: Beginner [V1-V3] Intermediate [V3-V5] Advanced [V5-V7] Expert [V8+] Limited spots | Sign up with your name on the sheet (link in bio). Can’t grab a spot? No worries after 9pm all problems open to everyone. 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #bouldering #boulderingcomp #climbing

September 1, 2026

asian ascenders is this thursday 💙 join us this thursday for our monthly meetup led by @dynadriane . come climb, hang out, and meet some new people! date: thurs, sep 3 time: 7pm–9pm place: method climbing gym cost: $18 for non-members (gear included) | free for members see you there! 🫂 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #bouldering #climbing #climbingcommunity

August 24, 2026

this week at method… spectrum climbers tues, aug 25 | 7:30–9:30pm send climbs with our lgbtqia+ community. [members free / $18 non-members] bipoc climbers thurs, aug 27 | 7–9pm meet climbers + send some climbs. [members free / $18 non-members] beta run club thurs, aug 27 | 6:30pm-7pm run + get outside with the crew. [free / meeting at method cafe] method mixer / member appreciation fri, aug 28 | 7–11pm community, cheap beers + karaoke [free entry / location: Newark Local Beer] see you soon! 🫂 📸: @axelmightlikedesign #climbing #bouldering #newark

July 27, 2026

one week. four events. same community ✨ spectrum climbing tues, july 28 | 7:30pm-9:30pm [members free / $18 non-members] beta run club thurs, july 30 | 6:30pm-7pm [free to join / meeting at cafe] bipoc climbers thurs, july 30 | 7–9pm [members free / $18 non-members] method mixer fri, july 31 | 7pm-11pm [free entry / happening at Newark Local Beer] see you there! 🙂‍↕️ 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #climbing #bouldering #newark

July 8, 2026

come to ladies crew tonight! 💫 looking to meet more women in the climbing community?? join us for ladies crew tonight from 7–9pm! expect a night full of climbs, laughs, and opportunities to make some new friends! 🫂 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #climbingcommunity #bouldering #climbing

July 2, 2026

start your fourth with a send. 🇺🇸✨ we’ll be open 10am–5pm on sat july 4th, so come get some climbing in before the bbqs and fireworks! 🎆 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #climbing #bouldering #climbingcommunity

June 29, 2026

two events this week! ✨ looking to meet new people or just switch up your usual session? we got you this week. 🙂‍↕️ spectrum climbers tues, june 30 | 7:30–9:30pm climb, connect, and build community. send boulders + make friends. [members free / $18 for non-members] asian ascenders thurs, july 2 | 7–9pm explore movement, meet new climbing partners, and spend the evening with community. [members free / $18 for non-members] see you on the mat! 👊🏼 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #climbing #bouldering #newark

June 22, 2026

one week. two events. same community 🫂✨ beta run club thurs, june 25 | 6:30pm casual run with climbers. move + get outside! [free] bipoc climbers thurs, june 25 | 7–9pm meet climbers + send boulders. [members free / $18 non-members] pull up to one or both, see you soon! 🙂‍↕️ 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #climbing #bouldering #newark

June 16, 2026

method spotlight + goodbye :( after 6 years of setting and helping shape method into what it is today @annabelle.spingler is officially onto her next chapter in life in Colorado. from the early gym days to setting national events, countless hours on the drill, iconic MUG sets, and boulders we’ll probably still be talking about long after they’ve been stripped. her impact on this gym goes far beyond her boulders alone. Annabelle is now the Head Setter at @the_campus_boulder … a very exciting new chapter and opportunity. while we’ll miss having her (and her steezy sets) in the gym, we couldn’t be more excited to see what she does next. Thank you for everything, Annabelle 🖤 🎥: @axelmightlikedesign #climbing #bouldering #routesetting

June 9, 2026

grab your gear, grab a friend and join us tomorrow for ladies crew 💛✨ a space to connect, climb, exchange beta, and share a few laughs between attempts. see you on the wall. 🫂 📅 june 10 | 7pm–9pm 📍 Method Climbing Gym, Newark NJ 🎟️ free for members | $18 for non-members (gear included) 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #bouldering #climbinggym #climbing

June 8, 2026

new week, new boulders! ✨ the setting team is back on the walls prepping some new climbs for you guys all week long. 🫂 monday | north east wall wednesday | east wall center thursday | east wall right see you guys on the latest boulders! 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #climbing #bouldering #routesetting

June 2, 2026

looking for more people to climb with? join us this thursday for asian ascenders! 🫂 expect a night full of climbing, connection, and mini games. come make new friends, and send some boulders with us! ✨ 📍 Method Climbing Gym, Newark NJ 📅 Thurday, June 4 ⏰ 7pm–9pm 🎟️ $18 for non-members (gear included) | FREE for members 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #climbingcommunity #bouldering #climbing

June 1, 2026

slab climbers, this week’s for you ✨ out setting team is back at it this week with fresh boulders on the north wall + slab that’ll keep you saying “one more try”. happy sending! 🙂‍↕️ 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #climbing #bouldering #setting

May 26, 2026

setters putting in overtime this week 🫂✨ fresh boulders dropping all week + TB2 cleaning and maintenance underway. 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #bouldering #climbing #setting

May 25, 2026

new week, new events at Method ✨ from spectrum climbers to beta run club, bipoc climbers, and our monthly mixer, there’s something for everyone this week. 🫂 ✨ spectrum climbers — tues, may 26 🏃 beta run club — thurs, may 28 🧗🏼 bipoc climbers — thurs, may 28 🍻 method mixer — fri, may 29 come make friends, climb hard, and be part of the community. 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #climbingcommunity #bouldering #newark

May 13, 2026

Setting Schedules are back! 🔩🙂‍↕️ You asked for it, we listened. Setting schedules are back for good! New steeps climbs coming all next week! ✨ 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #bouldering #bouldering #Newark

May 11, 2026

METHOD SPOTLIGHT 🔦 Meet Malka Abreu (@the.climbing.yogi), our yoga & pilates instructor here at Method! ✨ Malka’s classes focus on movement, mobility, breath work, and mind body connection that supports both climbing and everyday life. Whether you’re looking to improve mobility, or just slow down after/before a session on the wall, her classes create space to reset and reconnect with your body. 🧘🏻‍♀️ 📆: Tues, Wed, Thurs Full schedule on our website 🎟️: FREE for members | Included w/ Day Pass 🎥: @axelmightlikedesign #climbingcommunity #yoga #pilates

May 6, 2026

Join us for our monthly Asian Ascenders event tomorrow led by @dynadriane! ✨Why come? It’s a space to share beta, laughs, and a great opportunity to meet new climbers! 🫂 Don’t miss out! 🙇🏽‍♂️ 📍 Method Climbing Gym, Newark NJ 📆 Thursday, May 7 | 7pm-9pm 🎟️ $18 for non-members (gear included) FREE for members 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #climbingcommunity #bouldering #climb

May 1, 2026

The bar was high… and somehow you all raised it even higher! 🙂‍↕️ From wild edits to powerful storytelling, this year’s Method Underground recap submissions brought serious heat. 😮‍💨 Our judges went back and forth (and back again) narrowing it down… but we’ve got our winners… Here are your Top 3 for the 2026 Method Underground Recap Contest: 🥇 1st Place: @rockyunramos 
🥈 2nd Place: @bobomestiza 
🥉 3rd Place: @mike.hom Every single submission pushed the culture forward. The creativity, the energy, the vision… you didn’t just document the event, you elevated it! Winners, keep an eye on your DMs + email for prize details. 🛍️💰 
And if you didn’t place this time… don’t sweat it! More chances to showcase your work are coming soon. 👀 📸 PC: @jenniejariel 
#MUGRecap #MethodUnderground #ClimbingCommunity

April 29, 2026

From wall to road! 👟✨ Run with the Method community tomorrow. Led by @lisalisaandlifejam take in some fresh air + views! All levels, all paces welcome. 🗓 Thurs 4/30 | 6:30PM 📍 Meeting at Method Climbing Cafe 🎟️ FREE for all! 📷: @axelmightlikedesign #Newark #Runclub #bouldering

April 29, 2026

METHOD UNDERGROUND 2026 ✨ What a night. Huge turnout, unreal energy, and nonstop throws from start to finish. ⚡️ Thank you to everyone who showed up, competed, and made this underground special. 🫂 Men Open Winners 1st – Austin Hoyt 2nd – Elijah Finn 3rd – Leo Santoprete Women’s Open Winners 1st – Norah Chi 2nd – Jojo Chi 3rd – Isabel Patajo See you same time next year! 🫶🏼 🎥: @threepeakfilms #climbingcomp #Madrock #bouldering

April 27, 2026

Spectrum Climbing tomorrow! ✨ Join our host @yanandcoffee and others from 7:30pm-9:30pm for our monthly LGBTQIA+ community group! 🫂 You can expect to meet new people, tons of shared laughs + climbing of course!! 🎟️: $18 for non-members (gear included) FREE for members See you soon! 🙂‍↕️ 📸: @axelmightlikedesign #climbingcommunity #lgbtqia #newark