Confinement Escape Rooms began as a small family venture, originally created by brother-sister duo Leighton and Alanah.

In April 2025, Confinement entered an exciting new chapter when local owners Hayden and Jess took over the business. With a shared passion for creativity, problem solving, and bringing people together, they saw Confinement as the perfect opportunity to continue building something special for the Hamilton community.

For Hayden and Jess, the journey with Confinement is more than just running escape rooms — it’s about creating unforgettable adventures. From designing puzzles and developing new storylines to welcoming families, friends, and corporate teams through the doors, they are passionate about growing the experience and adding their own imaginative twist to what Confinement has already built.

Confinement has grown significantly over the years, expanding its range of puzzle-based experiences and moving to a larger home in 2023 at 6 Sapper Moore-Jones Place in the heart of Hamilton’s CBD. Today the venue offers a variety of themed escape rooms and immersive challenges designed to test teamwork, creativity, and curiosity.

Now the longest-established escape room company in the Waikato, Confinement will celebrate its 10-year anniversary in April 2026. Hayden and Jess are incredibly excited to be leading the next chapter of the adventure.