Family Wellness

Overview

Family Wellness Fargo is an expansive 80,000 square foot nonprofit fitness and wellness facility in Fargo, ND, developed through a unique partnership between Sanford Health and the YMCA of the Northern Sky. While not exclusively a sauna business, it prominently features a co-ed dry sauna and steam room as key components of its aquatics and spa-like recovery areas, integrated into a comprehensive wellness experience. The facility emphasizes inspiring healthy lifestyles through fun, community connections, blending medical expertise with family fitness traditions.

The overall atmosphere is vibrant, inclusive, and supportive, fostering togetherness with modern amenities, group activities, and a focus on mind-body-spirit wellness. Visitors enjoy a clean, state-of-the-art environment promoting relaxation in the sauna and steam room post-workout, alongside energetic fitness pursuits.

Features & Amenities

• Aquatics Area: Two pools (25-yard lap pool and zero-depth entry pool with slides, geysers), whirlpool (hot tub at ~104°F), co-ed steam room, and dry sauna (ages 15+; swimwear or light workout clothes required; no layering or weight-cutting).
• Fitness Center: Over 100 cardio machines (Woodway, Life Fitness, etc., including accessible options), expansive strength/free weight areas, Olympic platforms, functional tools (kettlebells, TRX).
• Indoor Track: Three-lane, window-lined running/walking track.
• Group Fitness Studios: Two studios for yoga, Pilates, BODYPUMP, Zumba, Les Mills Virtual (on-demand).
• Court Sports: Collegiate basketball court, two racquetball courts (for wallyball, handball, badminton).
• Support Amenities: Towel service, men’s/women’s/family locker rooms, childcare (ages 2 weeks-9 years), sanitizing stations.
• Other: Free orientations, accessible equipment, LES MILLS Virtual access.

Services

• Memberships: Full facility access (Individual, Family/Household, Family with Childcare); programs at member rates; reciprocity with YMCA Northern Sky and Family Wellness Bismarck/Mandan.
• Group Fitness: 90+ weekly classes (drop-in mostly; some registration for limited spots); aquatics classes.
• Aquatics Programs: Swim School (ages 6 months+), lap/open swim, water aerobics.
• Personal Training: 30/45/60-min sessions, partner packages; Total Wellness Package ($499 members).
• Childcare: Drop-in/reservation; unlimited with select membership.
• Special Programs: Healthy cooking classes, safety training (Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid, babysitting), youth sports/dance/yoga, Neurofit, Y12SR yoga, active older adults.
• Additional: Corporate wellness, need-based memberships, insurance reimbursements, Mission Membership ($10/month donation for perks).

Pricing

• Memberships (Monthly): Individual $65, Family/Household $107, Family with Childcare $142 (annual prepay discounts: e.g., Individual $740 cash/check).
• Day Passes (Non-Members): Individual $20, Family $32.
• Childcare (Drop-In, Member): $7 (1 child), $8.75 (2), $10.75 (3+); 12 visits $75+.
• Personal Training (30-min, Member): Single $35, 6-pack $199, 12-pack $380.
• Guest Passes: Up to 6 complimentary/year for members 18+ (non-transferable).
• Programs: Vary, e.g., healthy cooking $15 member/$25 non-member; sessions expire 1 year post-purchase.

Sauna/Steam access included in memberships/day passes during aquatics hours (closes 30 min before facility).

Location & Hours

• Address: 2960 Seter Parkway, Fargo, ND 58104 (Phone: 701-234-2400; Email: FamilyWellnessFargo@sanfordhealth.org).
• Facility Hours:
  • Mon-Fri: 5:00AM–10:00PM
  • Sat: 6:00AM–8:00PM
  • Sun: 8:00AM–8:00PM
• Aquatics/Sauna Hours (closes 30 min early): Mon-Fri 5AM–9:30PM, Sat 6AM–7:30PM, Sun 8AM–7:30PM.
• Childcare: Mon-Thu 8AM–7PM, Fri 8AM–3PM, Sat-Sun 8:30AM–12:30PM.
• Holiday variations (e.g., CLOSED Easter/Christmas; reduced Thanksgiving).

Notes

• Unique Aspects: Nonprofit partnership leverages YMCA’s 125+ year history and Sanford’s healthcare expertise for innovative programs (e.g., reducing lifestyle illnesses). Stands out with full reciprocity, free guest passes, need-based access, and community initiatives like scholarships, Neurofit for Parkinson’s, free meditation. Co-ed sauna/steam emphasizes safety/relaxation (lifeguard oversight); no separate spa pricing—integrated for holistic recovery. Fun-focused values (Fun, Integrity, Excellence, Relationships, Compassion) create a ‘family’ vibe, with testimonials highlighting community and impact.