Classes and programs
The Fitness Center at UW Health offers a wide range of exercise and physical activity options. Our staff is trained to work with both medical and athletic conditions.
Join us for a class or become a member of the facility. All programs offered through our Fitness Center are open to the public. No affiliation to UW Health or the University of Wisconsin is needed. Anyone from age 15 to 90 is welcome.
We offer a wide variety of classes, from yoga and qigong to Master’s swim to HIIT. Whether you are new to exercise or looking for new challenges, we will help you achieve your goals.
Classes are open to the public and typically offered in three sessions: fall, winter/spring and summer. You do not need to be a UW Health patient or a Fitness Center member.
What makes the UW Health Fitness Center different from other gyms is that we are a medically based facility — which means that we approach exercise and physical activity from a medical perspective. From working with clients who have medical and athletic conditions to staying in regular contact with participants’ health care providers, we develop a program focused on your unique needs.
Our facility offers:
Ample floor space
A walking track
Open environment
Aerobic equipment
Strength equipment
Stretching area
Warm water pool
Lap pool
Natural light
Our facility includes two pools to meet the fitness and rehabilitative needs of our members, class participants and patients. These pools are available to members, or by enrolling in one of our many aquatic class programs.
When you become a member of the Fitness Center, you will have access to both the fitness and aquatic centers. As a member, you will work directly with staff to meet your needs and have access to all equipment, plus the walking track and warm pool.
If you are interested in a Fitness Center membership, call (608) 263-7936 or stop by to register.
Assessment and consultation with an exercise specialist
A personalized plan
One-on-one appointments with staff
Free follow-up fitness testing and consultation
You have access anytime the facility is open
More exercise choices
Personalized programming and instruction
No long-term contracts
Fitness classes are half-price for members
The initial fitness evaluation fee is $150 and includes one month of unlimited use of the fitness center and lap pool. After one month, members are welcome to extend their membership with any of the following options:
One month: $105 ($89.25*)
Three months: $275 ($233.75*)
Six months: $475 ($403.75*)
Nine months: $640 ($544*)
One Year: $815 ($692.75*)
Rates subject to change
* Discounted fees available to all current employees of UW Health, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and businesses located in University Research Park. Proof of employment is required to receive discount.
Family members must be at least 15 years old and live in same household.
One month: $175 ($148.75*)
Three months: $465 ($392.25*)
Six months: $815 ($692.75*)
Nine months: $1,155 ($981.75*)
One Year: $1,390
Rates subject to change
* Discounted fees available to all current employees of UW Health, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and businesses located in University Research Park. Proof of employment is required to receive discount.
Location
The Fitness Center's current hours are:
Monday–Thursday: 5:45 a.m.–9 p.m.
Friday: 5:45 a.m.–5 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
Hours are subject to change based on changes in Public Health Madison-Dane County orders, UW Hospitals and Clinics guidance and participation in the Fitness Center programming.
Meet our team
Our Fitness Center staff members have unique professional experience in specialties such as physical therapy, athletic training, cardiac rehabilitation, performance sport, diabetes management and coaching. All staff have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology or related field, with many staff having advanced degrees. Our team is dedicated to helping you find a program that is suited to your specific health and medical situation, goals and interests, schedule, lifestyle, and motivational and support needs.
Working together allows us to provide each participant with the best service possible.
