Movement Climbing, Yoga & Fitness in Gowanus, Brooklyn to Host Access Fund Match Campaign Celebration on June 28

Movement Climbing, Yoga & Fitness is thrilled to invite climbers, community members, and conservation advocates to the Access Fund Match Celebration on Saturday, June 28, from 12:00–4:00 PM at Movement Gowanus (242 Butler St, Brooklyn, NY 11217). This event marks the culmination of Movement’s annual pledge to match donations up to $50,000 for Access Fund’s Climbers for Public Lands June Donation Match Campaign.

“We owe so much gratitude to every climber and donor who joined us in supporting Access Fund’s vital work,” said Anne-Worley Moelter, CEO of Movement Climbing, Yoga & Fitness. “This celebration is a way to bring our community together, on the wall and off, to honor the shared mission of protecting the places we love to climb.”

Access Fund Match Campaign Celebration: June 28 (12–4 PM at Movement Gowanus)

• Discounted Day Passes & Free Rentals (12-4PM)
• Donate any amount to Access Fund and receive a 50% off day pass with rental gear. Donors can RSVP online and show their donation to Access Fund at the front desk on arrival.
• Live DJ Sets with Alexis Krauss of Sleigh Bells and Marian May Perez of Rise Outside (1–3 PM)
• Enjoy live DJ sets by Alexis Krauss (Access Fund Board Member + lead singer of Sleigh Bells) and Marian May Perez (Executive Director of Rise Outside) as they keep energy high on the bouldering floor.
• Raffles & Giveaways
• Everyone gets a raffle ticket! Join us for a chance to win some sweet swag.

“The support from Movement and its community ensures we can expand Climber Steward programs, restore trails, and advocate for public lands,” said Heather Thorne, Executive Director at Access Fund. “This event at Movement Gowanus celebrates not just dollars raised, but the power of climbers standing up for conservation.”

Since June 2, Movement’s match campaign has doubled every donation made to Access Fund, driving critical funding for trail restoration, crag stewardship, and education. This year’s efforts have helped sustain climbing access on federal lands facing budget cuts and development pressures.

“As someone who’s always felt a deep connection to nature through outdoor rock climbing, it’s an honor to celebrate a successful conservation effort like this one with Movement Gyms,” said Alexis Krauss, Access Fund Board Member and lead singer of Sleigh Bells. “By rallying fellow climbers to support public lands, we’re strengthening the ties between our community and the very places that inspire us.”

All are welcome—bring friends, family, and fellow climbers to share in good vibes, great music, and meaningful conversations. Whether you’ve donated or simply want to learn more, the Access Fund Match Celebration is a chance to climb together, celebrate conservation wins, and look ahead to future stewardship efforts.

About Access Fund
Access Fund is the national advocacy organization that leads and inspires the climbing community toward sustainable access and conservation of the climbing environment. Access Fund represents more than 8 million climbers nationwide in its work to protect and conserve the land, fight for sustainable access, and build a community of inspired advocates. Access Fund staff has more than 100 years of public policy and advocacy experience and has permanently protected nearly 4 million acres of public land across the country and established climbers as a powerful voice in the fight to protect public lands. For more information, visit accessfund.org.

About Movement Climbing, Yoga and Fitness

Movement is the largest nationwide network of indoor climbing gyms, leading the future for rock climbing. Each location is thoughtfully designed to support personal growth and connection through a unique blend of climbing, yoga, and fitness under one roof. Facilities feature world-class bouldering, top-rope, and lead climbing along with specialized yoga and fitness classes, functional training areas, cardio zones, and fully stocked gear shops. Movement’s community welcomes individuals of all abilities—from first-time climbers to experienced athletes and families.

Learn more at www.movementgyms.com.