Welcome to Great Western Power Co.!

Thank you for becoming a member and joining the Touchstone family. We hope GWPC becomes your home away from home.

The whole staff would like to take this opportunity to invite you to get to know us better. Come chat us up at the front desk, where we are happy to answer your questions about how things work, what classes might be the best fit for you, how to do that elusive route or boulder problem, or anything else that comes to mind—we’re here for you!

For starters, we’ve rounded up a list of what we think are some of the most important things you should know. Check out the information below to learn about all the perks of being a Touchstone member!

  • Free Intro to Climbing Class.
  • Reciprocal use of all Touchstone Climbing gyms.
  • FREE towel service, locker room facilities, and saunas.
  • Unlimited yoga and fitness classes.
  • Member Passes for friends and family (see FAQ for more info).
  • Discounts in our Pro Shop. 10% off any gear purchases over $75, and an additional 5% off the beginner climbing package—that’s 15% off a harness, shoes, ATC, carabiner and chalk bag.
  • FREE Touchstone Climbing Series competitions. Touchstone Competitions are not to be missed! Expect fun routes, great raffle prizes, and free food and drinks. Check out our Touchstone Climbing Series page for more information about these rad parties!
  • Discounts on climbing clinics.
  • Discounts on climbing camps.
  • Your 12-and-under family members are free under your full-paying membership.

Your Membership Details:

  • Your Membership Account

    Please remember that you are responsible for your membership at Touchstone. If you ever need to go on vacation, visit family for an extended time, or just take a break, make sure that you freeze... or cancel your membership before the end of the month. Written notice of account changes must be sent in by midnight the night before the 1st.
  • Redpoint HQ

    We use Redpoint HQ to support your gym experience. Whether checking in at the gym, filling out a waiver, registering for a class, or managing your membership, you can do it all at https://touchstone.rphq.com/.
  • Communication

    We use email to send you important account and membership alerts as well as gym updates, upcoming events, and promotional content. Please sign up for our Newsletter and add [email protected] and [email protected] to your contacts to... ensure you don’t miss our emails.
  • Gym Etiquette

    et·i·quette: the customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession or group. How does etiquette factor into the climbing world? Check out our handy flyer to learn more.
  • Current Routes

    With gyms across California, the Touchstone Routesetters are the heart of our business. Without their inspired testpieces, we’d have nothing to crush, project, or send. Touchstone is proud to have a large full-time routesetting team... which produces the highest quality routesetting anywhere. With a rotation of 10 weeks or less at every Touchstone gym, you’ll always find a new project to work on, no matter which gym you climb at. View Great Western Power Co.’s current routes. Download the Kaya App to stay up to on the latest sets, see beta videos, and track your sessions.
  • Parking

    There is metered street parking surrounding the gym, and unmetered parking on 21st street directly north of the gym. Metered parking is free after 6pm. Do not leave any valuables in your car. We have... ample and well-lit bike parking in front of the gym. Be sure to lock your bike no matter where you park it. We are just two blocks away from the 19th St BART Station. There are also many bus lines that take you near the gym.
  • New to Climbing?

    If you’re brand new to climbing (or just need a little refresher), we offer complimentary intro classes—all the gear you need is included! Register online ahead of time here.
  • Find Your Crew

    We at Touchstone Climbing strive to cultivate inclusive spaces in which everyone can thrive and believe in creating a place where folks can come together to do what they love. We are proud to host... a number of meetups and affinity groups so everyone can find their crew to crush with! We are not just gyms—we’re communities.  
  • Fitness Classes

    We offer a variety of fitness classes! Check out our fitness classes page to learn more about all the fun, non-climbing things you can do at GWPC. Check out our regularly scheduled offerings and monthly fitness... workshops on our calendar—they’re all included in your membership!
  • Yoga Classes

    We have a variety of yoga classes in our studio located on the second floor of the building. Classes are offered throughout the day, so whether you like to practice yoga to help kick start... your mornings, break up the monotony of your workday, or wind down after an evening climbing session, we’ve got a class that will suit your needs! Check out our calendar for details on daily classes.
  • Climbing Clinics & Lessons

    From fundamental movements to how to lead climb, our climbing clinics can help you become a better boulderer or sport climber, or get you ready for outdoor climbing. Looking for something that’s more tailored to your... personal needs? Book a private lesson at the front desk for one-on-one instruction.
  • Training Room

    Training at GWPC has taken many a climber to the next level. Push past your limits and send harder than ever with our Kilter Board, hangboards, campus boards and more.
  • Weight Room & Cardio Deck

    Climbing isn’t the only way to stay fit! Check out our fully stocked weight and cardio room. Kettle bells, treadmills, ellipticals, concept rowers, squat/bench racks, free weights, and pull up bars—we’ve got everything you’ll need... to reach all your lifting, squatting, pulling, and sweating goals.
  • Kids in the Gym

    GWPC offers Camps, Clubs, and private lessons for kids 6 and over. Kids under the age of 14 must be supervised in our gyms at all times. If you have children who will be visiting the... gym, please take a moment to read our kid’s safety brochure and visit our Climbing with Kids page.
  • Social Media

    Don’t miss out on what’s happening in your community—follow us on Instagram (@greatwesternpowerco)  and Facebook to stay up-to-date with the latest news, events, promotions, and offerings! Stay connected to the whole fam by following Touchstone Climbing... on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter.