Wilson's Fitness

Overview

Wilson’s Fitness is a family-owned fitness center chain in Columbia, Missouri, operating for over 43 years. While primarily a comprehensive fitness facility, it features specialized hot yoga studios with innovative SaunaSpace Red Light Near Infrared Therapy, positioning it as a unique wellness destination. The overall atmosphere is community-focused, energetic, and supportive, blending high-energy group classes, family-friendly pools, and therapeutic recovery options. Members enjoy a welcoming environment emphasizing “Move Better, Feel Better, Live Better”, with social events like Santa visits, charity workouts, and youth programs fostering connection and motivation.

Features & Amenities

• Hot Yoga Studios: Equipped with SaunaSpace Red Light Near Infrared Therapy bulbs mimicking sunlight’s therapeutic red and near-infrared wavelengths (UV and blue light removed for safety). Available during Forum Hot Yoga classes for recovery and health benefits.
• Indoor and Outdoor Pools: Including Forum indoor pool, MAC (Missouri Athletic Center) pools for swim lessons/teams, and Wilson’s Beach Club with zero-entry pool, 121-ft water slide, diving boards, splash pad, and lap lanes.
• Fitness Equipment: Full gyms with WaterRowers (84% muscle engagement), Stages bikes, TRX suspension trainers, free weights, kettlebells, and ballet barres.
• Multi-Sport Courts: At Beach Club and MAC – basketball, tennis, sand volleyball, pickleball.
• Group Studios: 10+ studios across 4 locations for diverse classes.
• Additional Recovery: Yoga, meditation, trauma-sensitive classes; member self-service portal for check-ins and accounts.
• Family Amenities: PlayCenters, summer camps, JR Lifeguard programs.

Services

• Group Fitness Classes: 100+ daily options including hot yoga, Les Mills (BodyPump, RPM, Core), YogaSculpt, Rowing (Ride+Row, RRX, Row/Barre, Row/TRX, Total Body Row), TRX, Barre, Spin, Animal Flow, Trauma Sensitive Warrior Yoga.
• Personal Training: Professional coaching, Parisi Speed School for speed/agility, adult swim coaching (USMS-certified).
• Aquatics Programs: Swim lessons (group/private/semi-private for all ages/levels: Guppy to Flying Fish), swim teams (MAC Sharks, Beach Club Snappers), diving lessons, adult learn-to-swim.
• Youth & Sports: MAC Sports (camps, leagues), Beach Club basketball/swim team/events/parties.
• Special Events: Fitness for a Cure (cancer charity), Santa visits, Cyber Monday deals, family nights, relays/meets.
• Membership Perks: Poolside relaxation, class cards for non-members, brand ambassador program.

Pricing

• Membership Increase: $1.00/person/month starting May 1 (after 43 years stable).
• Swim Lessons (MAC Pool Members): Group sessions $90 (8 classes, various levels/sessions June-July 2025).
• Private/Semi-Private Lessons: 30-min private $35; 40-min $45; semi-private $30-40/person (limit 2 swimmers; MAC members only).
• Beach Club Parties: Splash Party $249 (up to 15); Bounce+Splash $289; Night Owl pizza/sodas extra.
• General: Memberships available onsite/online; class cards for non-members (contact for details); guest passes $15/day (limited season).

Location & Hours

• Primary Locations (Columbia, MO):
  • Wilson’s on Forum: 2900 Forum Blvd.; hot yoga/infrared therapy, indoor pool.
  • Wilson’s on Rangeline.
  • MAC (Missouri Athletic Center): 2900 Forum Blvd.; pools, sports.
  • Wilson’s Beach Club: 4600 Forum Blvd.; summer seasonal.
• Hours (Vary by Location/Program):
  • Fitness Centers: Classes throughout day; check schedule.
  • MAC Pool (Summer 2025): Mon-Fri 11AM-7PM; Sat 11AM-7PM; Sun 12-7PM (weekends only post-school).
  • Beach Club (Summer 2025): Mon-Fri 12-8:30PM; Sat 10:30AM-8:30PM; Sun 12-7PM (back-to-school adjusted).
  • Inclement weather updates via Facebook.

Notes

• What Makes It Special: Second hot yoga studio nationwide with SaunaSpace therapy for optimal recovery. 43-year local legacy, family-owned with strong community ties (e.g., $10K+ raised for cancer causes). Diverse for all ages/fitness levels: therapeutic yoga to competitive swim teams. Emphasis on inclusivity (trauma-sensitive classes, adult beginners). Summer aquatics rival resorts; innovative classes like Row/TRX blend cardio/strength. Committed to value despite rising costs, with fun events building loyalty.