The Sporting Club at The Bellevue

Overview

The Sporting Club at The Bellevue is a luxury fitness and athletics club located within the historic Bellevue in Philadelphia, PA. Originally opened in 1989, it underwent a major renovation and reopened in late 2023, earning accolades like Philadelphia Magazine’s “Best Glow-Up” and features in Forbes and Philadelphia Style as one of the city’s top luxurious gyms and wellness destinations.

The overall atmosphere blends historic elegance with modern wellness, offering a high-end, exclusive experience. Members enjoy a seamless integration of fitness, athletics, and luxury hospitality in a sophisticated setting with luxurious locker rooms, concierge services, and perks tied to the adjacent Bellevue Hotel campus. It’s designed for busy professionals seeking premium facilities, personalized training, and a sense of community in a vibrant, urban landmark.

Features & Amenities

• Athletics Facilities:

  • NBA-regulation basketball court for open play, shoot-arounds, tournaments.
  • Three pickleball courts for casual play or clinics.
  • Two regulation-size squash courts with leagues, clinics, tournaments, and socials.
  • 25-meter swimming pool for laps, lessons, aqua fitness classes.
  • Three state-of-the-art TrackMan 4 golf simulators, hitting bays, putting green, and TPI-certified fitness assessments.

• Fitness & Wellness:

  • 225+ weekly group fitness classes: aqua fitness, barre, HIIT, boxing, cardio kickboxing, cycling, Pilates, yoga, hot yoga, strength training, TRX, Zumba.
  • Luxurious private executive locker rooms with staffed attendants, permanent lockers, complimentary laundry, premium showers, grooming stations.
  • Sauna, steam room, and hot/cold plunge (adult-only areas).
  • 3M track, fitness floor, strength turf.

• Additional Perks:

  • Complimentary guest passes (2/month for executives).
  • Discounted on-site parking.
  • Access to golf simulators (add-on fees).
  • Executive Circle benefits: concierge-led events, cultural tickets, early access to new outlets.

Services

• Group Fitness: Extensive schedule of 225+ classes weekly, bookable via member portal.
• Athletic Lessons & Training: Personalized coaching in basketball, pickleball, squash, swimming, golf; athletic performance optimization.
• Personal Training: One-on-one sessions with certified trainers; quarterly complimentary session for executives.
• Aquatics Programs: Lap swimming, adult/child lessons, aqua classes.
• Golf Services: Simulator sessions, pro lessons, swing assessments.
• Events & Hospitality: Private event rentals, library reservations, exclusive member events; 20% off Swank Services, dining at Agnello’s/Pergola; 10% off hotel stays/F&B.
• Concierge: Led by Chef Concierge Sean McCarthy for bookings, recommendations, VIP service.

Pricing

• Executive Membership: $375 monthly | $675 initiation fee – includes unlimited access, all classes/athletics, locker room, guest passes, parking discount, Executive Circle perks.
• Club Membership: Pricing not detailed; upgradeable to Executive.
• Athletics/Lessons (1-hour): $105/session; 6-pack $570 ($95 ea.); 12-pack $1,080 ($90 ea.).
• 30-min Sessions: $55/session; packs $50 ea.
• Children’s Swim Lessons: Same rates; specific times (Tue/Thu 2-5pm, Sat/Sun 12-5pm).
• Golf Simulators:
  • Club Members: $125/30min or $150/60min daily.
  • Executive: $100/60min daily.
  • A La Carte: $25/30min | $45/60min.

Dues billed monthly; subject to change. Late fees $25; prepaid refundable within 30 days.

Location & Hours

• Address: 220-224 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (historic Bellevue campus, near Rittenhouse Square).
• Operating Hours: Not explicitly listed; fitness classes/athletics via weekly schedules (member portal). Billing office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Pool lessons: specific times. Facility access 24/7 for members? (implied premium access).
• Contact: Tours via scheduling form; inquiries for athletics/training.

Notes

• What Makes It Special: Post-renovation ‘glow-up’ positions it as Philly’s premier luxury wellness hub, combining historic charm (Bellevue since 1909) with cutting-edge facilities like golf pavilion and TrackMan tech. Exclusive Executive Circle elevates it beyond standard gyms—hotel discounts, concierge, events foster a lifestyle brand. Family-friendly for kids in select areas (pool lanes, courts; excludes sauna/steam/plunge, fitness studios). Nondiscriminatory policy; strong emphasis on safety, waivers. Recent press highlights its role in Philly’s ‘luxury-wellness corridor.’ Ideal for holistic fitness in an urban oasis.