Gym at a glance
| Wall height | SQ Feet | |
|---|---|---|
|
Rope climbing |
25- 37 feet |
9,500 |
|
Bouldering |
16-18 feet |
5,000 |
| Auto Belay Stations | Training Walls | Year Built | Wall Builder |
|---|---|---|---|
|
10 |
Moon, Woods, spray wall, campus board |
2025 |
Walltopia |
- 24/7 Access for members
- Lounge + WIFI
- Weights + cardio equipment and assorted specialty
- Kids' specific area with seating for parents, balance beams, and more
- Retail - harnesses, chalk, bags, swag
- All gender bathroom and women's products
A Decade in the Making
We’ve spent over ten years navigating real estate hurdles, permits, and rising construction costs. Now, we’re thrilled to bring a full-scale climbing gym to the heart of Santa Barbara’s Magnolia Center.
What Makes Us Different
37-Foot Climbing Walls: Huge lead and rope climbs in a renovated Spanish Colonial-inspired space.
Eco-Friendly Build: We’re raising the roof—literally—with a Canadian “RoofLifters” method that keeps materials out of landfills.
Community Focus: We’re locally funded, locally staffed (30+ new jobs), and excited to support Santa Barbara’s vibrant fitness scene.
BoardRoom Access: Members also get 24/7 training at our BoardRoom facility across the parking lot—weights, cardio, showers, and more.
Construction Progress
- Follow us on Instagram @thepadsb for updates!
- OR better yet, sign up for emails!
Get Involved
Forerunner Membership: Early adopters gain exclusive pre-opening access and special perks. More info coming soon!
Soft Opening: A private launch for Forerunners, pending final occupancy permits.
Grand Opening: Community party about a month after we open—climbing comps, giveaways, local vendors, and more!
Who We Serve
All Ages & Abilities: From family-friendly classes to advanced training.
Youth Programs: After-school teams, toddler-parent sessions, and field-trip offerings.
Climb4Community: Financial assistance for recovery groups and youth in need.
Founder’s Santa Barbara Roots
“I’ve visited Santa Barbara since the ’80s—my sister went to SBCC, my brother built his family here, and my parents are laid to rest here. Bringing The Pad here is a dream come true. Thank you for welcoming us!”
—Kristin Horowitz, CEO
NOW OPEN!
Your 24/7 zone for leveling up.
BoardRoom™ is The Pad’s signature training space—an exclusive, always-on environment designed for climbers who want to push limits, build strength, and dial in technique. Whether you’re chasing your first V4 or your next big send, this is where the work gets done.
Across the parking lot from our main facility, get strong waiting for the new gym or make it your own:
- Woods Board
- Moon Board
- Weights + Cardio
- Showers
- Spray wall
- Hangboards
- Campus Rungs
As always: FREE RENTAL SHOES
When the new facility opens – BoardRoom will be included as part of Pad membership. Sign up for our Forerunners Membership and be the FIRST to see the new space!
THE PAD CLIMBING - Santa Barbara
Location:
5160 Hollister Ave
Goleta, CA 93111
GOOGLE MAPS LINK: CLICK
BoardRoom Hours:
M, W, TH 5pm – 8pm
Members get 24/7 access!
