# First Ascent Avondale > Huge walls and a spacious bouldering area create a dynamic climbing environment. The atmosphere is welcoming and family-friendly, with a focus on safety and inclusivity. Facilities include auto-belays, clean locker rooms, and fitness spaces, supporting both solo climbers and families. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/FirstAscentAvondale - Address: 3516 N Spaulding Ave, Chicago, Illinois, United States - Phone: +17735649815 - Website: https://faclimbing.com/chicago ## What it is good for - Fun Activities — 10/10 - Kid Friendly — 10/10 - Comfortable — 10/10 - Rock Climbing Gym — 9.9/10 - Climbing Gym — 9.7/10 - Gyms — 9.5/10 - Bouldering — 8.5/10 - Weight Lifting Gym — 7.6/10 - Yoga Spot — 6.4/10 ## What people say - "The staff at the Rock Climbing Gym are so helpful and supportive." - "The gym's bouldering problems were fun and challenging." - "The bouldering area here is great for a mind and body workout." ## Good to know - First Ascent hosts climbing competitions and community events almost every week. - A family day pass with gear costs $99 for a day. - The day pass is $25, while a monthly membership is $90. - They provide free belay certification if you pass the test. - Community events include movie nights, craft activities, and social gatherings. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.