Sender One Acquires Los Angeles Climbing Gym

August 13, 2025

Climbing gym company Sender One has taken ownership of its flagship Los Angeles facility at 11220 Hindry Avenue, teaming up with impact investment cooperative Kachuwa Impact Fund in a move that underscores the growing role of community and shared spaces in the fitness industry.

The Southern California climbing gym operator purchased the property housing its LAX location, which opened in 2017, from a family owner who had maintained a decade-long relationship with the brand. The deal, backed by Kachuwa as lead equity investor, locks in a new 15-year lease, cementing Sender One’s role as a hub for the climbing community.

The deal comes as the climbing gym market is projected to grow to $7.72 billion by 2029, according to Technavio, driven by the sport’s Olympic profile and its appeal as both a full-body workout and a social experience. Athletech