Salt Pump Climbing Co.

Salt Pump Climbing Co. Your Maine climbing gym. A one-of-a-kind indoor climbing experience: brand new 10,000 sq. ft rock climbing gym set on the edge of a pond. Birthday parties.
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Roped climbing, bouldering, kids' and adults' classes. Group events. Access is easy- just a half mile off exit 42 on I-95 in Scarborough. Ten minutes from Portland. A perfect indoor activity option for the Portland area. Yoga classes, cardio, and weight training equipment are all free with membership or day pass. Free wi-fi. A great rainy day activity, bring the whole family. PLEASE NOTE: Open to members and punch card holders only M-F 9am-12pm, and to the public 12pm-10pm.

The SPRING EQUINOX PARTY is TOMORROW!Come celebrate the change of the season, enjoy sandwiches from Indy’s and other vit...
03/18/2026

The SPRING EQUINOX PARTY is TOMORROW!

Come celebrate the change of the season, enjoy sandwiches from Indy’s and other vittles with your community, watch a dyno comp, and support the Scarborough Land Trust.

Thursday, March 19th
6-9p
Dyno Comp starts at 6:30p

All of our raffle proceeds will benefit this event's non-profit partner: the Scarborough Land Trust. Come support their work in land management and find about their volunteer trail days!

Come hang out, climb, get some food&drink, watch a dyno competition, and usher in the coming of spring with a community of psyched folks...your community!

Thank you to our sponsors :
Lone Pine
Black Diamond
Rungne
Sterling Rope
OnCrux
Friction Labs
Metolius Climbing

Can't wait to see you there!

🎉🎉🎉 SPRING EQUINOX PARTY 🎉🎉🎉See you this Thursday! 6-9p!The Dyno Comp starts at 6:30p and our Non-Profit Partner is The ...
03/16/2026

🎉🎉🎉 SPRING EQUINOX PARTY 🎉🎉🎉

See you this Thursday! 6-9p!

The Dyno Comp starts at 6:30p and our Non-Profit Partner is The Scarborough Land Trust.

Come enjoy some food and beverages, climb with
your community, root on the dyno comp athletes, and support a wonderful local trail organization. The
raffle has a 60m Sterling rope, Metolius rope bag, Black Diamond belay devices, lots of chalk, and more!

Scarborough Land Trust not only manages lots of green space here in Scarborough, but are working on the acquisition and conservation of 5 new preserves and the expansion of 3 others, totaling over 450 acres. Let's help them out!

Thank you to our sponsors!
- Sterling Rope
- Metolius Mountain Products
- Lone Pine Brewing
- OnCrux Chalk
- Runge
- Black Diamond

We can't wait to see you there!

* Restorative Yoga and the Intro to Belay Class will not run on Thursday

NEW LEAD CLASS TIMES!!Have you been watching folks enjoy the new lead set and just aching to be a part of the fun?!If yo...
03/14/2026

NEW LEAD CLASS TIMES!!

Have you been watching folks enjoy the new lead set and just aching to be a part of the fun?!

If you regularly climb 5.9/10a on TR without falling
and are looking for the next frontier, then try LEAD!
(or the Adult Team :)

Now's the time to take our 3-part Lead Class!
$180pp

We're offering a new time for the non 9-5 crew...
Thurs OR Fri @ 10a-12p!

There are also more Tuesday evening classes through April & May now available for booking. Tues classes are 6:30p-8:30p.

Let us help you on your apprenticeship in climbing!

Start now to dial in your lead skills before the summer!!

Looking to join a group of motivated folks who want to improve?!Join the Adult Team!Wednesdays 6p-8p, starting Wednesday...
03/13/2026

Looking to join a group of motivated folks who want to improve?!

Join the Adult Team!

Wednesdays 6p-8p, starting Wednesday, April 1st.
$225pp

This is a 5week program happening in April. Through
a combination of bouldering and rope climbing, you will touch on strength, power endurance, and technique. This is the next step in your progression in climbing.

Take this bite-sized leap into organized training and learn more about what you are capable of doing. This will set you up to better plan your own growth or get your excited about the next Adult Team program!

Sign up on the website!
SCARBOROUGH --> CLASSES --> ADULT TEAM

The SPRING EQUINOX PARTY is next Thursday!That early week warm-up and the time change are the alarm bells for the change...
03/12/2026

The SPRING EQUINOX PARTY is next Thursday!

That early week warm-up and the time change are the alarm bells for the change of the season!

Thursday, March 19th
6-9p
Dyno Comp starts at 6:30p

All of our raffle proceeds will benefit this event's non-profit partner: the Scarborough Land Trust. Come support their work in land management and find about their volunteer trail days!

Come hang out, climb, get some food&drink, watch a dyno competition, and usher in the coming of spring with a community of psyched folks...your community!

Can't wait to see you there!

Happy Gloriously Sunny Monday!!The big windows were full of blue sky and sun today!Though mother nature has been tauntin...
03/10/2026

Happy Gloriously Sunny Monday!!

The big windows were full of blue sky and sun today!

Though mother nature has been taunting us with this great weather, we will be seeing more snow and cold weather again soon. We're still a whole bunch of red-points away from outdoor season.

If the hankering for rock is more than you can handle, pick up a Pawtuckaway Guide book and go tromping around the woods in NH, identifying problems for spring sends. You can even rent pads from Salt Pump Portsmouth.

YOGA

Emily Barnett has bid adieu, so Monday yoga is off
for the moment. We are currently looking for a
psyched yoga instructor to join the team. Interested instructors please email info@saltpumpclimbing.com.

INTRO 2 LEAD

We've added more Lead Classes to the calendar! We are booked into early April, but there are more Tuesday sessions available now.

Now available on Thursday and Friday mornings too! For those of you with a flexible schedule or who work outside of the 9-5, here is your option.

Gain your lead skills and practice before outdoor season!

SKALA PT

The next session with Skala PT is for Understanding the Pelvic Floor.
It'll be on Wednesday, March 25th 7:30p-8:30p

Join Carla to learn about pelvic floor function and strengthening it. Book your free spot now!

SETTING

Now that GO FEST was a total success (Thank you if you came!) the setters will be back up here to dish up some new top ropes and to turn over the 30 degree wall in the boulders. They had a mega week last week setting, so be sure to give them a high five!

See you soon!

🌨🌨🌨 Swirling Snow Day 🌨🌨🌨We will be open Tuesday for normal hours & programs!OPENING UP THE HIPS5:30p, Tuesday 2/24Join ...
02/23/2026

🌨🌨🌨 Swirling Snow Day 🌨🌨🌨

We will be open Tuesday for normal hours & programs!

OPENING UP THE HIPS
5:30p, Tuesday 2/24

Join Dr. Carla of Skala PT for an informative session
to learn more about opening up the hips and strengthening one of the number one areas of the
body that flys under the radar.

If you sit in a chair a lot...ahem...then this is for you! Even if you don't, this is for you!
It's a free event and you can sign up on the website,
in bio, or at the front desk!

Strengthen your hips and open them up for your next send.

YOGA

Take advantage of this incredible member benefit and open your body up to more movement!

Tuesday's class with Emma is cancelled, but she'll be back next week.
Come to the Physical Therapy session instead!!

Mindful Movement with Emma on Weds at 6:15p!
Restorative Yoga with Samantha on Thurs at 7p!

INTRO TO MOVEMENT

Looking for a first step to grow as a climber? You've bouldered, you've auto-belayed, maybe you've even learned to belay, but you need more MOVEMENT...

Intro to Movement with Owen on Thursdays is for you! Learn the language, practice efficient movement, and grow your skill on the wall.

$60 for non-members (includes 2 weeks of membership with free rentals!)
$30 for members

Due to the incoming weather, Salt Pump Scarborough will be closed. All programs are CANCELLED today for all youth and ad...
02/23/2026

Due to the incoming weather, Salt Pump Scarborough will be closed.

All programs are CANCELLED today for all youth and adult programs.

Preemptive closures with fickle weather are always challenging. Our primary goal is to keep our team safe.

See you tomorrow AM!

One of the remarkable things about climbing is how we can grab a feature hold differently. Undercling, faux-grip, palm w...
02/20/2026

One of the remarkable things about climbing is how we can grab a feature hold differently.

Undercling, faux-grip, palm wrap, ham hock…whatever it is, we rely on that sense that we can hold our body tension, make some foot moves and keep going.

When someone asks you how you made the move, you probably have to close your eyes and mime out what you did to remember; so is climbing. We are SO in the moment and focused on feeling balanced and in tension, that some of the details escape us.

May you find yourself so much in the moment that you too aren’t sure what you did…it means you were completely present.

Hope to see you gripping soon…🤠

Yellow Wall Lead climbs are open tonight, Wednesday. They will be ungraded, so proceed with care. There’s a mix from lig...
02/11/2026

Yellow Wall Lead climbs are open tonight, Wednesday. They will be ungraded, so proceed with care. There’s a mix from light 5.10 to mid 5.12.

Enjoy and thank you for your patience as we work to get the man lead wall open by Friday at 6p…

Gamba

Winter Will Reign!!!Or so says Punxsutawney Phil! 6 more weeks of winter means more time to build skills and fitness und...
02/04/2026

Winter Will Reign!!!

Or so says Punxsutawney Phil! 6 more weeks of
winter means more time to build skills and fitness under the curtain of winter.

LEAD RESET

For those who enjoy climbing on the sharp end, the Lead Wall Reset is upon us. Sunday AM all of the routes go away!

Get your final laps and burns on favorites and
projects and then bask in the joy that another thirty-something routes will be on our doorstep by
the end of next week.

While you are preparing to watch the Pats drive their way to another Super Bowl victory, setters will be planning the next batch of inspired clip-ups for new and experienced leaders alike.

INJURY PREVENTION

The feedback on the SkalaPT "Unlocking The Middle Back" on Monday was outstanding! It was information, practical, and had a Q&A that allowed for even more understanding.

Don't miss the next one on Feb 24th @ 5:30p, "Opening Up The Hips"!

YOGA

It's been so cold lately that we need to be mindful of treating ourselves well and slow intentional movement is fundamental to this process. Take a yoga class...they are free with membership and equipment is provided for you.

Sam will not be here on Thursday for the Restorative Class, but Emma M will be leading her version of this thoughtful movement session.

FILM FESTIVAL

Banff Mountain Film Festival is Friday and Saturday night at the State Theatre in Portland. We just sold out of Saturday tickets, but will have more on Weds 2/4.

Both shows start at 7p and each night has a different film roster. It's the ICEFALL list on Friday and the MORAINE list on Saturday.

Not to be missed!! What's better than a session on the wall, some pizza at Otto's, then Banff!

OTTO'S PIZZA DISCOUNT FOR MEMBERS!

All Members of Salt Pump get a 10% discount at the S**o or South Portland Otto's. Just use the code SALT10 and fill your belly with some of the tastiest carbohydrates south of Portland!

Get your tickets at Salt Pump!The Banff Tour brings the best outdoor and adventure films of the year to the big screen—w...
01/28/2026

Get your tickets at Salt Pump!

The Banff Tour brings the best outdoor and
adventure films of the year to the big screen—with exciting stories about climbing, mountaineering, freeriding, and much more.

This is a not-to-be-missed film event!

There are (2) shows :
- Friday, February 6th - IceFall Film Menu
- Saturday, February 7th - Moraine Film Menu

Shows start at 7p! The lobby is full of sponsors that are tabling for the event. Stop by the Salt Pump table and say hi!

Adults : $26pp
Students : $23pp


Address

36 Haigis Pkwy
Scarborough, ME
04074

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 9pm
Tuesday 12pm - 9pm
Wednesday 12pm - 9pm
Thursday 12pm - 9pm
Friday 12pm - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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A one-of-a-kind indoor climbing experience: brand new 10,000 sq. ft rock climbing gym set on the edge of a pond. Roped climbing, bouldering, yoga classes, cardio and weight training equipment are all free with membership or day pass. Top-notch kids' and adults' classes available for those ready to take the next step. Birthday parties. Group events. And yes, free wifi. Just a half mile off exit 42 on I-95 in Scarborough, ten minutes from Portland. A perfect indoor activity option for the Portland area. A great rainy day activity for the whole family.