Recommended Fitness Clubs in Denver, Colorado

Dinah Laurel
Denver, Colorado is home to many reputable fitness clubs. Each club varies is atmosphere and amenities. Some people look for a social fitness club for meeting new friends and business contacts, while others want to strictly focus on a workout. Another option is a gym that doubles as a wellness center that nurtures the spirit. Whatever your needs are for a fitness club in the Denver area, there are several unique options.

The Denver Athletic Club
1325 Glenarm Place
Denver, Colorado 80204

This private fitness club also doubles as a social club and has been a Denver mainstay since 1884. It offers a full city block of amenities, including state-of-the art exercise equipment, racquetball courts, tennis courts, basketball courts, a bowling alley and swimming pool. Private fitness classes are also offered in on-site studios. Business meetings and social events are coordinated at the club, with facilities such as a ballroom available for high-class gatherings.

Dumbbells
1125 17th Street # B
Denver, CO 80202

Dumbbells is a unique gym that caters to people of all fitness levels. The slogan "No Meatheads" is a business philosophy at Dumbbells that suggests everyone should be comfortable working out on in the club. "Meathead" is a derogatory term for an aggressive gym regular who annoys and intimidates others. At Dumbbells, the focus is on getting healthy and not competing with other people or hanging out to socialize. Because there are fewer frills at Dumbbells, such as pro shops and restaurants, the membership rates remain affordable.

The Oxford Club
1616 Seventeenth Street, Suite 100
Denver, CO 80202

The Oxford Club is a spa and fitness center that targets urban sophisticates. It is located in a fashionable, Victorian building that was built in the early 20th century. The fitness center, located upstairs, offers a full cardiovascular training area and weight room. Weekly classes are also available to members. Downstairs at the Oxford Club is where members can rest and relax. Spa services include full-body massages, body scrubs and facials. There is also an on-site salon that offers hair styling and makeup application.

Matrix Fitness & Spa
925 Lincoln Street
Denver, CO 80203

Matrix is an exclusive fitness center and day spa located in downtown Denver. It features state-of-the-art cardiovascular training equipment, as well as a large weight room. The club carefully screens its members in order to avoid overcrowding. This gives members the advantage of never standing in line for equipment. Certified health specialists are also on hand to help members reach their fitness goals. The day spa at Matrix allows members to unwind by receiving full-body massages, facials and anti-aging treatments.

Colorado Athletic Club
1630 Welton Street
Denver, CO 80202

This fitness club and wellness center is located in downtown Denver. It offers many on-site amenities, including cardio equipment, basketball courts, indoor running track, boxing studio and Pilates studio. A full-service locker room is also available to members, featuring a whirlpool, sauna, steam room, laundry service and massage therapy. The Colorado Athletic Club is designed for active professionals who need to get away from the office for a workout and / or stress relief.

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