Northgate Health Club

Overview

Northgate Health Club is a full-service, adults-only (ages 15+) fitness center in Rochester, MN, spanning over 23,000 square feet. While primarily a gym focused on strength training, cardio, and group classes, it prominently features dry heat saunas in both the men’s and women’s locker rooms, offering relaxation, stress relief, weight loss benefits, and toxin release post-workout. The facility combines state-of-the-art equipment with a welcoming, hometown atmosphere that emphasizes fun fitness for life. Members describe it as a “home away from home,” a social outlet free of “gymtimidation,” clean, friendly, and supportive—ideal for beginners, rehab transitions, long-term members, and serious lifters. Testimonials highlight its role in physical and mental health improvement, with a community feel praised by locals and visitors alike.

Features & Amenities

Northgate boasts comprehensive amenities for total fitness:

Core Areas

• Fitness classroom with over 40 group fitness classes per week (Zumba, Yoga, Senior Fitness, Core & Cardio Drumming)—included in membership.
• Cycling studio for classes and solo workouts.
• Largest free weight room in southern Minnesota with over 8,000 pounds of Intek and Hampton plates and dumbbells.
• Indoor walking track.
• Well-equipped Women’s Fitness Area.
• Multi-Purpose Fitness Area for abs, core, strength, and stretching.
• Men’s and Women’s locker rooms with private showers and dry heat saunas (open during staffed hours).
• Massage chair (free for members).
• Tanning center with two hex stand-up units and enhancers.
• InBody body composition analysis system.

Cardio & Strength Equipment

• Cardio: Octane Ellipticals (standard, lateral, seated), Cybex Arc Trainers, Jacob’s Ladder, Precor Adaptive Motion Trainer, Matrix/Precor Treadmills (rubber-slatted and belted), True Stair Steppers, Life Fitness Recumbent Cycles, Schwinn Air Dyne Bikes, Keiser Cycles, Concept II Rowers, NuStep Trainers & Ergometer.
• Strength: Hoist, Hammer Strength, Cybex equipment.

Services

• Personal Training: Certified trainers (e.g., Chandler with BS Exercise Science, Hope with BS Health Sciences & ACSM cert, Mike—25+ years, powerlifting champion) offer customized programs for all levels. Complimentary 30-minute session for new members. Available to members and non-members.
• Physical Therapy: On-site via EA Therapeutic Health (neuromuscular approach for pain, surgery recovery, neurology, performance enhancement).
• Group Fitness & Spin Classes: Schedules via Mindbody; Zumba, Yoga, spin, etc.
• Towel Service, locker rentals, tanning sessions/packages.
• Fitness Rewards/Reimbursements: Accepts Active & Fit, Silver Sneakers, etc.; partners with UCare, Medica for up to $20/month reimbursements.
• Gift Certificates available.

Pricing

Sales tax applies unless noted. Setup/Enrollment Fee: $40 + tax (includes membership card).

Memberships (includes equipment, classes, locker rooms/saunas)

• Day Pass: $15 (incl. tax).
• Week Pass: $40.
• Month-to-Month: $70/mo (30-day cancel notice).
• 12-Month: $51/mo.
• Couple (same address, 12-mo): $96.50/mo.
• Family (same address, 12-mo): $119.50/mo.
• Student/Military/Law Enforcement (12-mo): $45.90/mo (10% off).

Add-Ons (Members Only)

• 24/7 Access: $10/mo + $10 setup (fob included).
• Locker Rental: $10/mo ($8 small men’s).
• Towel Service: $10/mo.
• Tanning: $10/mo unlimited or $8/session, $45/200 min (1 year).
• Daily Towels: $1 each (incl. tax).

Location & Hours

• Address: 3960 HWY 52 North, Rochester, MN.
• Phone: (507) 282-4445.
• Email: info@northgatehealthclub.com.

Normal Hours

• Monday–Friday: 5 am – 9 pm.
• Saturday: 6 am – 9 pm.
• Sunday: 8 am – 9 pm.

24/7 option available for extra fee.

Holiday Hours (select)

• New Year’s Day/Eve, Christmas Eve/Day: Limited or closed.
• Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving: Closed.
• Others vary (e.g., Thanksgiving Eve: 5 am–4 pm).

Notes

Northgate stands out with its massive free weight selection, adults-only policy for a mature, non-intimidating vibe, saunas specifically for post-workout recovery, and on-site physical therapy. It offers free tours, complimentary trainer intros, and insurance partnerships for affordability. Long-term members (25+ years) rave about life-changing impacts, from cardiac rehab to mental health boosts. Aggressive upgrades keep it modern while preserving a friendly, community-focused ethos—perfect for serious fitness in a relaxed setting.