Germantown Athletic Club

Overview

Germantown Athletic Club (GAC) is a premier full-service fitness and athletic facility in Germantown, TN, offering dry saunas in the adult men’s and women’s locker rooms as a key recovery amenity alongside extensive workout and family-oriented features. This state-of-the-art club spans multiple areas including cardio, strength training, pools, studios, and courts, catering to all fitness levels from beginners to athletes. The overall atmosphere is energetic, family-friendly, and community-focused, emphasizing wellness with modern equipment, group classes, child care, and app-integrated convenience. Members enjoy a welcoming environment that blends high-energy workouts with relaxation options like saunas and hot tubs, promoting holistic health in a clean, spacious setting.

Features & Amenities

• Fitness Area: Wide variety of equipment including Precor, Rogue, TRX, and Free Motion Strength machines.
• Indoor Pool: Eight-lane lap pool for swimming, swim team, water aerobics, and lessons; adjacent hot tub for post-workout recovery.
• Cardio Deck: Over 3,500 sq. ft. with recumbent bikes, ellipticals, treadmills, crosstrainers; TVs, social media access, and personalized accounts.
• Child Care: Newly renovated 2,500+ sq. ft. space for ages 6 weeks to 11 years with diverse activities.
• Group Fitness Studios: Largest in the area – Studio A and B for Zumba, Total Body Sculpt, Cardio Kickbox, etc.
• Indoor Walking Track: 1/12-mile elevated, three-lane track for walking/jogging.
• Locker Rooms: Adult men’s and women’s with dry saunas; kids’ rooms (16 and under) and family changing areas.
• Racquetball Courts: Three courts, reservable online for free.
• Cycle Studio: Newly renovated for virtual and instructor-led classes.
• Outdoor Pool, Splash Park & Cafe: Seasonal summer fun area.
• Mind & Body Studio: For Pilates, Yoga, Tai Chi, and rejuvenation.
• Basketball Court: For pick-up games and open play.
• Additional: App for schedules/challenges, member account portal, youth areas.

Services

• Group Fitness: Over 100 weekly live/virtual classes (Les Mills BODYPUMP, BODYCOMBAT, Yoga, Cycle, Zumba, water aerobics, pop-up lunch classes).
• Aquatics: Swim lessons, Masters swim/stroke clinics, Germantown Gators Swim Team, certifications (lifeguard).
• Personal Training: One-on-one, partner, small group, youth orientation, assisted stretching; packages from $41/session.
• Child/Youth Programs: Drop-in child care, camps, Kids Night Out, fitness classes, birthday parties.
• Other: Equipment clinics, court reservations (racquetball, pickleball), virtual resources, holiday schedules.

Pricing

Membership (includes saunas, all amenities/services for kids on plan):

• Month-to-Month: $129 app fee; $60/individual, $109/two adults, $124/two adults +1 child (+$15/child); seniors $49/individual.
• Paid-in-Full (12 months, 10% off): $129/$109 app fee; e.g., $648/individual, $1,177.20/two adults.
• Guest Passes: 4-6 free annually (select plans); $20/day adults, $10/kids.
• Personal Training (examples): 1-hour $74, 12-hours $696; partner/small group discounts.

Contact for full details: (901) 757-7370 or membership@germantownathleticclub.org.

Location & Hours

• Address: 1801 Exeter Rd, Germantown, TN 38138 (near Germantown Performing Arts Center, parks).
• Hours:
  • Mon-Thurs: 5AM-10PM
  • Fri: 5AM-9PM
  • Sat: 7AM-9PM
  • Sun: 10AM-6PM
• Holiday variations (e.g., early close Thanksgiving Eve, closed major holidays).

Notes

• Special Features: Dry saunas in locker rooms provide authentic post-workout recovery in a family-inclusive club; unique blend of elite fitness (Precor/Rogue gear, Les Mills) with kid-focused amenities (child care, splash park). App enables seamless reservations, challenges, progress tracking. 35+ years serving community; no sauna-specific fees – fully included in membership. Emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and variety sets it apart from standard gyms.