Sports Barn

Overview

Sportsbarn is a premier 40,000 sq. ft. fitness center in Chattanooga, Tennessee, established over 40 years ago as the city’s original fitness community. While not exclusively a sauna facility, it prominently features saunas, steam rooms, and hot tubs in both men’s and women’s locker rooms as key recovery amenities, integrated into a full-service boutique gym experience. The center combines traditional strength training, group classes, an outdoor pool, pickleball courts, and family-friendly options like childcare.

• Overall atmosphere and experience: A welcoming, community-driven boutique club with a legacy of excellence, emphasizing supportive training, recovery, and family wellness. Members enjoy a non-intimidating environment blending high-performance fitness with relaxation, backed by awards and local recognition. The vibe is motivational yet relaxed, perfect for all ages and levels, with a focus on holistic health including post-workout recovery in saunas and hot tubs.

Features & Amenities

Sportsbarn offers state-of-the-art facilities for diverse fitness needs:

• Gym Floor: Free weights (dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells), weight machines, plate-loaded equipment, cable systems, cardio (treadmills, ellipticals, rowers, stair steppers, Zero Runner).
• Specialty Areas: Group fitness room, cross-training room with boxing equipment, cycling studio with smart bikes and performance tech, yoga studio, racquetball courts.
• Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor pool with swim lanes and play area, two outdoor pickleball courts (indoor facility opening Summer 2025 with four courts).
• Spa & Recovery: Saunas and steam rooms in both locker rooms, shared indoor whirlpool/hot tub, upstairs stretching space, upcoming red light therapy rooms.
• Family Amenities: Little Barn Childcare Center (Kids Korner) for ages 6 weeks+, outdoor pool access for kids.
• Other: Poolside cabanas for rent ($40/2 hours), app for schedules.

Services

• Group Fitness Classes (book via Mindbody): Yoga, Cycling (Cycle 45), Barre, Pickleball, Swimming lessons (coming soon), [X] Train (functional fitness), BodyBurn.
• Personal Training: One-on-one sessions with experts.
• Pool Services: Lap lane reservations (call ahead), open swim/play, pool parties (e.g., Memorial Day event).
• Childcare: Supervised care during specified hours, no reservations needed (1.5-hour limit).
• Additional: Guest passes ($20/day), membership freezing (up to 3 months), private parties (pool, gymnastics).

Pricing

Annual Memberships (12-month contract, then month-to-month with 30-day notice):

• Individual: $90/year (or $110/month cancel-anytime option).

• Couple (same household): $120/year (or $140/month).

• Family (includes kids for pool/childcare): $140/year (or $165/month).

• Guest Passes: $20/day.

• Pool Cabanas: $40 for 2 hours (members only).

• Note: Online purchases post-May 1, 2025, allow online cancellation; others require in-person/contact. After online buy, visit front desk for tour/keycard.

Location & Hours

• Location: Chattanooga, TN (exact address not listed; contact (423) 870-2582 or memberservices@sportsbarn.net for details). Serves greater Chattanooga area.
• Club Hours:
  • Mon-Fri: 4:30am - 9:00pm
  • Sat: 7:00am - 6:00pm
  • Sun: 8:00am - 6:00pm
• Pool Hours: Match club hours.
• Kids Korner Hours:
  • Mon-Thu: 8am-8pm (split sessions)
  • Fri: 8am-4pm
  • Sat: 8am-4pm
  • Sun: Closed

Notes

• What makes this special: Chattanooga’s legacy fitness hub with 40+ years of tradition, blending elite performance (e.g., pickleball expansion, smart tech) and recovery-focused spa amenities like dual-gender saunas/hot tubs—rare in gyms. Family-centric with childcare/pool, inclusive youth policies (12+ for club access with parent). Upcoming indoor pickleball (Summer 2025) and red light therapy elevate it. Emphasizes community over commercial chains, with real member photos showcasing authentic facilities. Ideal for holistic wellness in a boutique setting.