Bent on Healthy Living Wellness Center

Overview

Bent on Healthy Living Wellness Center is a multifaceted wellness and fitness facility located on Galveston Island, Texas. It combines therapeutic services like infrared sauna, salt booth halotherapy, massage, IV drip therapy, and raindrop therapy with a robust lineup of group fitness classes including cycling, yoga, barre, Pilates, Zumba, and strength training. The center also features a rentable community gathering space and educational programs on nutrition, essential oils, and wellness.

The overall atmosphere is calming, relaxing, and community-oriented, fostering a welcoming environment for all fitness levels. Housed in a historic former stable from Fort Crockett (early 1900s military site), the space blends industrial-barn aesthetics with modern amenities, creating an inviting vibe for workouts, recovery, and social events. Positive customer reviews highlight clean facilities, friendly staff, enthusiastic instructors, and personalized programs.

Features & Amenities

• Infrared Sauna: Lower-temperature sauna with penetrating heat, Bluetooth sound therapy, and chromotherapy (color light therapy) for relaxation, pain relief, improved heart health, better sleep, and immunity boost.
• Salt Booth: 4x4 halotherapy booth (10-minute sessions) using pharmaceutical-grade salt particles to detoxify lungs, reduce inflammation, clear airways, and improve skin health.
• Vibration Therapy Plates: Low-impact platform for muscle contraction, enhancing circulation, lymphatic drainage, bone density, recovery, and pain relief.
• Isle Cycle Studio: Intimate spin studio with themed bikes (e.g., “Spinderella”) offering 30-60 minute classes.
• Group Fitness Room: Versatile space for yoga, barre, strength, Pilates, and more.
• The Gathering Space: Bright, airy event venue for up to 100 people with AV capabilities, ideal for meetings, retreats, parties.
• Historic Building Elements: Exposed wood rafters, hand-cut beams, reclaimed tongue-and-groove accents, forged iron hooks.
• Additional Perks: On-site massage/IV via So Vein Therapies, physical therapy, educational workshops.

Services

• Fitness Classes (daily schedule via Mindbody):
  • Cycling (Cycle 30/45, Cycle & Strength, Bike & Body).
  • Yoga (YogaFit, Mindful Mornings, Align & Explore).
  • Barre, Pilates, Zumba, strength training (Interval Strength, Pump & Burn, Plyo/Strength/Mobility).
  • Core-focused (Core & More), stretch/flexibility, full-body combos.
  • Personal training and coaching available.
• Wellness Therapies:
  • Infrared Sauna sessions.
  • Salt Booth halotherapy.
  • Raindrop Therapy (essential oils massaged on spine/feet for immune support).
  • Massage (Swedish, deep tissue, prenatal, sports).
  • IV Drip Therapy (customized for hydration, immunity, recovery).
  • Vibration Therapy (book by phone).
• Educational Offerings: Classes on nutrition, essential oils, wellness, fitness.
• Event Rental: The Gathering Space (contact via email).

Pricing

Pricing focuses on fitness classes (wellness therapies book separately via site/phone):

• First Class: $10
• Single Class: $15
• Class Packs:
  • 4-pack: $60 ($15/class)
  • 8-pack: $116 (~$14.50/class)
  • 10-pack: $140 ($14/class)
  • 20-pack: $270 ($13.50/class)
• Unlimited Memberships:
  • Monthly All-Class: $159
  • 3-Month All-Class: $149/month

Register online via Mindbody for reservations.

Location & Hours

• Address: 2910 53rd Street, Galveston, TX 77550 (near seawall, historic Fort Crockett area).
• Contact: Phone (409) 220-3901, Email info@bentonhealthyliving.com.
• Operating Hours: Class-based (typically 6:00 AM - 7:15 PM, Mon-Sat; varies by schedule). Wellness therapies by appointment. Full calendar online; early morning (6AM cycles), lunch (noon 30-min), evenings available.

Notes

• Unique Aspects: Founded by Renae Bentley (39-year veteran instructor, ACE-certified, essential oil educator, Raindrop specialist). Historic renovation preserves authentic barn features while modernizing for wellness. Community hub emphasizing sustainable changes, all-levels inclusivity, and fun (e.g., named spin bikes). High ratings (5/5 from 955+ reviews) for experienced instructors and supportive vibe. Partners with So Vein for advanced therapies. No sauna-specific pricing listed—ideal for recovery post-fitness.