Howzit!
We are for the people. For the passionate and outdoor enthusiasts. For you, the tender senders and the dirty doers.
A boulder gym facilitating a space for people to cultivate their climbing indoors so that they can grow and go outdoors.
FA's Climbing Community
Friends and Allies is a community-based bouldering gym based in Johannesburg.
Our mission is to create and facilitate a space to grow and have a positive effect on climbing in South Africa. To serve those who seek a world-class climbing and training facility.
As an indoor bouldering gym, we want to provide a space where people can express themselves, grow and find a community.
Discover MoreThe FA Experience
A home away from home for our community
Climbing Walls
World-class facility with IFSC-inspired walls
Lounge & Bar
Your essential "third space" to unwind
Training Zone
Fully equipped gym and hangboard area
Loft Workspace
WiFi-enabled space for digital nomads
Yoga Studio
Omsight Yoga for movement and flow
Secure Parking
100 secured bays for peace of mind
Upcoming Events
Smiles on dials is the mission at FA
FAF Series
Year-long friendly comp with six entries building up to Tjoms in Arms
The Golden Gate Gathering
Two nights of bouldering in Clarens with Breathe IN — units, bunks and camping
Mayhem Mountain Festival
Easter weekend pilgrimage to Boven for climbing and highlining
FA Film Festival
Mellow Film Tour — world-class climbing films on the gym walls