Beacon Health & Fitness Granger

Overview

Beacon Health & Fitness is a network of premium health and fitness centers operated by Beacon Health System, offering more than just traditional gym facilities. These centers emphasize a holistic approach to wellness, integrating state-of-the-art fitness equipment, physician-approved programs, and recovery amenities like saunas, whirlpools, and therapy pools. Primarily designed as an adult-oriented club (ages 16+), it provides a supportive environment for health goals with trained experts, lifestyle programs, and access across multiple locations.

The overall atmosphere is professional, safe, and community-focused, fostering a “new healthy habit” through expert guidance, group classes, and family-friendly times. Members enjoy a welcoming, non-intimidating space with amenities like cafés, lounges, and medical fitness integration, distinguishing it from standard gyms.

Features & Amenities

• Aquatic Facilities: 25-yard lap pools (82-83°F), warm-water therapy pools (88-90°F), whirlpools (102-104°F), and dry saunas (165°F); soap shower required before use; lifeguards on duty.
• Fitness Areas: Cardio machines, weight rooms, indoor tracks (second floor), aerobics studios, gym floors for basketball/volleyball.
• Sports Courts: Racquetball courts (reservations available), rock walls.
• Locker Rooms: Men’s/women’s with saunas, showers, towels, soap/shampoo, hair dryers; family changing rooms; daily locker access (rentals available).
• Other Amenities: Light Hearted Café (healthy snacks/meals), sports shop, courtesy phones, disinfectant wipes, water fountains; facility maps and tours.
• Classes & Programming: 170+ weekly in-person classes, 500+ virtual classes; schedules downloadable; registration recommended.
• Technology: Member portals for class booking, membership management (separate for Kalamazoo).

Services

• Fitness Programs: Personal training, medical fitness, sports performance, wellness coaching.
• Aquatics: Swim lessons, family swims, Pool Plunge (ages 7-15 supervised swimming).
• Therapy & Recovery: Massage therapy, nutrition counseling, Best Medicine Program.
• Specialized Offerings: Physician-approved workouts, lifestyle/support groups, acupuncture (Kalamazoo), youth programs during Family & Friends times.
• Membership Perks: Access all locations (Granger, Elkhart, Three Rivers, Kalamazoo), 7-day free trial (select locations), guest privileges.

Pricing

Detailed membership pricing not listed on the site (contact locations for quotes), but guest/drop-in fees include:

• Guests of Members: $10/adult (16+), $5/youth (13-15, supervised lower level only); up to 2 guests per member.
• Drop-In Guests: Day pass $15, week pass $35, prepaid month $87.
• Family & Friends Times: Free for member’s children/grandchildren under 16; $3/non-family child, $10/adult guests.
• Youth Policies: $5 for 13-15 accompanied; Pool Plunge free for capable swimmers (7-15).
• Other: Replacement membership cards (fee applies); optional programs (personal training, specialty classes) extra.

Location & Hours

Multiple convenient locations with reciprocal access:

• Granger, IN: 3221 Beacon Parkway, Granger, IN 46530; (574) 647-8460; Mon-Fri 5am-9pm, Sat-Sun 7am-5pm.
• Elkhart, IN: 200 E Jackson Blvd, Elkhart, IN 46516; (574) 389-5580.
• Three Rivers, MI: 501 S Health Pkwy, Three Rivers, MI 49093; (269) 278-8722.
• Kalamazoo, MI (formerly Borgess): 3025 Gull Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49048; (269) 552-2348; Mon-Fri 5:30am-9:30pm, Sat 7am-6pm, Sun 9am-4pm (subject to change; closed holidays).

Notes

• What Makes It Special: Integration with Beacon Health System provides medical oversight, safety protocols (e.g., COVID resources), and community programs; adult-focused with strict youth policies for a serene environment; Family & Friends Times (Fri eve, Sat/Sun afternoons) allow inclusive access; emphasis on etiquette, cleanliness, and member satisfaction; no tobacco/alcohol; attire rules (athletic wear, court shoes); reservation/cancellation policies for courts.