Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
We have been offering rock climbing services indoors and outdoors since 1993.
What is your primary product or service?
We offer technical rock climbing indoors on artificial climbing walls and climbing outdoors at cliffs in Connecticut.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
The managers of the Stone Age Rock Gym are certified, professional rock climbing guides, they also engage in ice climbing and mountaineering.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
The Stone Age Rock Gym is unique in that the facility is owned and managed by professional rock climbers. All of the staff have medical certifications in addition to various certifications (as they apply to different positions) including the Climbing Wall Associations - Climbing Wall Instructors certification and the Competition Climbing Associations - Competition Route Settter certifications. The staff set challenging climbing routes that are constantly being updated. The friendly staff offer beginner lessons daily making the activity easily approachable for any age climber.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One location, in Manchester CT. We plan to expand to additional locations in the near future.
Provide detailed directions to your location
The Stone Age Rock Gym is easily accessed by taking exit 62, East or West Bound on Route I-84.
I-84 East bound - Exit 62, go right at the end of the ramp. Go through 4 lights + 1/8mi we are on the left.
I-84 West bound - Exit 62, go right at the end of the ramp. Go right at the light. Go through 7 lights + 1/8mi we are on the left.
Buckland Street will turn into Adams St.. We are located as the second building on the right in an industrial park.
195 Adams St. Manchester, CT 06042. (860) 645 - 0015
What type of payments do you accept?
All Forms of Payment are accepted.
Which areas do you service?
Connecticut and southern Massachusetts.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Daily operations are run by professional guides and/or instructors.
What are your hours of operation?
The climbing wall hours are
Monday through Friday 12 noon until 10pm.
Saturday 10 am - 10 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
"I had such a great time climbing! I can't wait to come back!" or "I want to start my membership today!" or in the case where instruction has been provided please consider tipping the instructor/counselor that provided you with the service.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
"When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on!" - Winston Churchill