Downtown Fitness Center

Overview

Downtown Fitness Center operates two convenient gym locations in New Orleans: one in the Downtown area at Shops at Canal Place and another in the Marigny/Bywater neighborhood at the New Orleans Healing Center. These are full-service fitness centers focused on accessible, affordable workouts for all fitness levels, emphasizing strength training, cardio, group classes, and personal training. The overall atmosphere is welcoming, community-oriented, and supportive, with a strong emphasis on seniors, insurance-covered members, and travelers. Facilities promote a ‘keep NOLA strong’ vibe, offering clean, equipped spaces ideal for daily routines, rehabilitation, or high-intensity sessions. Both clubs foster independence, injury recovery, and fun through diverse programming in vibrant New Orleans settings.

Features & Amenities

• Equipment: Cybex & Nautilus strength machines, free weights & dumbbells, Tactix systems, cardio machines
• Workout Clothing available for purchase
• Group Fitness Studios for classes like yoga, HIIT, step, and balance
• Discounted Parking ($3 at Canal Place)
• Locker Rooms (members/guests provide own towels)
• Two Locations for flexibility: access both with full memberships
• Clean & Safe Environment with front desk support
• Referral Perks for members bringing friends

Services

• Group Classes (primarily at Canal Place):
  • HIIT Circuit Training (Mondays/Thursdays, all levels)
  • Yoga varieties: Power Flow, Slow Flow, Shoulder Bliss, Power to the Hips
  • Balance for Life (senior-focused, fall prevention)
  • Step & Strength, Intermediate Step & Abs, Tabata
• Personal Training: Experienced trainers like Anthony (Marine vet), Julie, Lucas (Kinesiology grad), Patricia (yoga), Tyra (20+ years), Meredith (HIIT/sport-specific)
• Special Programs:
  • Circuit Training by Paul (free first session for members)
  • Pole Perfect Fitness classes
  • Senior fitness and rehab support
• Insurance Partnerships: Free/reduced memberships via SilverSneakers, UnitedHealthcare (Renew Active, One Pass), Blue Cross Blue Shield, Peoples Health, Silver&Fit, Active&Fit, Aaptiv, MedFit Care, La. Medicaid ($29.50/mo + free session)
• Guest Services: Fitness Nomads for travelers/convention attendees (1/2 off for conventions)

Pricing

• Memberships (starting at $22.50/month):
  • Annual/Both Locations
  • Monthly Auto-Bill (Both or Single Location, 45-day cancellation notice)
  • Twilight (evenings/weekends both locations)
  • La. Medicaid: $29.50/mo + tax + free training
  • Corporate plans (contact for details)
  • Spouse/significant other discounts
• Guest Fees (both clubs + Canal classes, +tax):
  • 1 day: $15 | 2: $26 | 3: $36 | … up to Month: $90
  • Convention attendees: 1/2 off (3-day max, show badge)
• Free Access: Eligible insurance members (no joiner fees)
• Personal Training & Classes: Included in memberships; fees for pole classes

Location & Hours

• Common Hours (both locations): Weekdays 6am-9pm, Weekends 9am-5pm
• Canal Place:
  • 365 Canal St., Suite 380, New Orleans, LA 70130 (Downtown, 3rd Floor)
  • Phone: 504.525.2956
• New Orleans Healing Center:
  • 2372 St. Claude Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70117 (Bywater/Marigny)
  • Phone: 504.754.1101

Notes

• What Makes It Special: Affordable entry point ($22.50/mo) with extensive insurance integrations making fitness free for many seniors/Medicare users—ideal for NOLA’s aging population. Dual locations offer convenience (downtown shopping mall vs. artsy healing center). Strong focus on injury rehab, senior balance, and metabolic health via certified trainers and therapeutic yoga. Convention-friendly with discounts. Community-driven: member testimonials highlight post-surgery success, joint pain relief. No-frills but effective—bring your towel, get results. Continuously expanding classes/insurance list to ‘keep NOLA strong.’ Careers available for fitness enthusiasts.