Exercising to remain fit and healthy is the desire of some, but when it’s time to take the necessary actions to begin working out, it can be a bit overwhelming to most. The first step before beginning any exercise routine plan is to consult a doctor. Make sure you don’t have any medical conditions that can become overly aggravated by strenuous activity during exercising. Next, you should make a list of your short and longterm exercise goals. Be honest with yourself; you must be dedicated if you want to see great results, for it will not happen overnight. The biggest step is in finding a gym that works the best for you. There are several things to consider such as price, location, workout classes offered, contractual agreements and your level of commitment. In addition, check with your company for gym membership discounts as well as your insurance carrier. (Some are a part of a Global Fitness network.)
The following is a list of 5 of the cheapest gym memberships in Dallas. For those who are ready to begin 2008 with health and fitness as major priorities, this list may assist you in your decision making process.
1.Trophy Fitness Club- Three locations to access with any paid membership: Uptown, Mockingbird, Downtown
Membership Fees: $85 initiation fee, $44 monthly with automatic debit from your checking account.
Gym Amenities- Personal Training (Call location for consultation), Spinning, Aerobics, Pilates, Yoga, Kickboxing. Two exercise classes included with membership. Towels and Locker rooms are also available.
Special Offer Free 7-day trial membership and 1 free personal training. No contract.
Locations:
Uptown
2812 Vine St Suite 300
Dallas, TX 75204
M-Thurs 5:30am-10:30pm
F 5:30am-9pm
Saturday 8am-6pm
Sunday 9am-5pm
Phone:(214)999-2826
Mockingbird
5555 E Mockingbird Ln
Dallas, TX 75206
M-Thurs 5:30am-10pm
Fri 5:30am-9pm
Sat 8:00am-6pm
Sun 9:00am-5pm
Phone: (214)827-2826
Downtown
300 N Akard St
Dallas, TX 75201
M-Thurs 5:30am-10 pm
Fri 5:30am-9pm
Sat 8:00am-6pm
Sun 9:00am-5pm
Phone: (214)855-0900
2. A Better U fitness
Hours:
M-F 5am to 9pm
Sat 7am to 9pm
Sun 10am to 6pm
Locations:
Valley View Mall
13331 Preston Rd & Interstate 635
Suite 1072 1st Floor (Next to Macy’s)
Dallas, TX 75240
17290 Preston Road
Suite 108
Dallas, TX 75252
(Corner of Preston & McCallum)
Contact Zack (214)280-6933 for Personal Training/Appointment Details, package options and availability. E-mail: abetterufitnessgym@yahoo.com
Gym Amenities- Group Sessions, Boot Camps, Group X Fitness, Flava Fitness, Nutritional Coach, Locker room, Showers, Massage Therapy Room(contact for packages)
Special Introductory Offer- $40 Monthly Membership Dues, 3 Free Training Sessions with new membership, No contractual agreements
3. 24 hour fitness- Conveniently located in several locations.
Membership: $20 average cost per month on a 3 yr prepaid keep fit all club sport. Membership(total cost $699.87). Family membership plans are available contact membership sales representative for further details.
Initiation Fee- $70-$400 depends on the membership level you choose.
Special Offer: $199 for full year membership offer valid from December 20- 24th. $99 for two 50 minute personal training sessions (Must become a member before this offer can be applied).
Downtown Dallas Super-Sport – Super Sport
700 N. Harwood
Dallas, TX 75201
Phone:(214) 220-2423
Featured Amenities:
Circuit Training , Executive Lockers , Group Cycling , Group X , Pro Shop , Sauna , Steam Room , Towel Services , Whirlpool, group exercise class schedule.
Preston (Dallas) – Active
6038 Luther Lane
Dallas, TX 75225
Phone:(214) 891-0800
Featured Amenities:
Circuit Training; Coin Collect Lockers, Executive Lockers, and Group X, Kids’ Club, Pilates Reformer Studio and Solutions. Group exercise class schedule is available.
Casa Linda (Dallas) – Active
9440 Garland Road #210
Dallas, TX 75218
Phone:(214) 327-0800
Featured Amenities:
Group X, Kids’ Club, Sauna. Group exercise class schedule is available.
Central & Royal (Dallas) – Sport
11100 N Central Expressways
Dallas, TX 75243
Phone:(214) 360-0024
Featured Amenities:
Basketball Court, Group X , Juice Bar , Kids’ Club , Pool , Pro Shop , Racquetball Court , Sauna , Spa , Steam Room , Volleyball.
There are also several other locations for those who live in the other surrounding areas of Dallas.
4. YMCA Dallas
There is a $50 initiation fee and $67 per month. Contact location for hours and class schedule.
Special Offer- December 26-January 1st Initiation Fee is $1.
Gym Amenities: Strength training, injury rehabilitation, walking, personal fitness, exercise for beginners, yoga, tai chi, healthy back, weight management, and group exercise including aerobics, martial arts exercise, studio cycling, and much more.
For more specific information, give your local Y a call.
Downtown Dallas YMCA
601 N Akard St Dallas, TX 75201
Phone: 214-954-0500
Park South Branch YMCA
2500 Romine Ave Dallas, TX 75215
Phone: 214-421-5301
Park Cities-North Dallas Branch YMCA
6000 Preston Rd Dallas, TX 75205
Phone: 214-526-7293
Moorland Branch YMCA
907 E Ledbetter Dr Dallas, TX 75216
Phone: 214-375-2583
Town North Branch YMCA
4332 Northaven Rd Dallas, TX 75229
Phone: 214-357-8431
AWAY Program Participant
Oak Cliff Branch YMCA
6701 S Hampton Rd Dallas, TX 75232
Phone: 214-330-6321
5. Gold’s Gym
Initiation Fee $0-$70 depends on the level of enrollment you choose. Monthly Membership is $30-$40 month. Higher monthly membership depends on if you choose to have access to all Gold’s Gym locations.
All classes included in membership.
Gym Amenities: Step, Kickboxing, Body Pump, Pilates, Yoga, Body Flow, Cycling, Pool, Sauna, Whirlpool, Cardio.
Locations
Dallas (Arapaho)
Address 5505 Arapaho Road
Dallas, TX Zip 75248
Mon – Fri: 5am -10pm
Sat & Sun: 8am – 8pm
Phone: 972-788-4588
Dallas (Plano)
Address 4817 West Park Blvd
Plano, TX 75093
8:00AM-8:00PM 7 Days a Week
Phone: 469-467-1800
Dallas (Preston Center)
Address 8335 Westchester Drive
Dallas, TX 75225
Phone: 214-265-0053
Dallas (Uptown)
2425 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, TX 75201
Mon thru Fri 5:00 am to 12:00 midnight
Sat & Sun 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Phone: 214-306-9000
Alternative choice to traditional gym: For those interested in boot camp classes outside within teams in 2008 this may be the class for you. Natalie Thrash a certified Trainer offers 12 sessions for 6 weeks beginning Jan 3, Tues and Thursdays from 6:15-7:15 pm. Regular cost is $150 per person.
Your team will be taken through numerous drills:
Running/Sprinting
Core & Balance
Speed, Quickness & Agility
Resistance/Strength Training
Location:
Cole Park
4080 Cole Avenue
Dallas, TX 75204
Phone: 214-334-9368
E-mail: nataliethrash@yahoo.com
Special Offers: Call Natalie Thrash for further details.
