Whether you are someone who likes to hit the gym first thing in the morning or someone who goes for a workout after a long day of classes, we know access to a great gym is an important part of any student’s workout routine.
At Whistler, our residents will have 24-hour access to our state-of-the-art fitness center located on the entire top floor of the building. With a full suite of cardio and strength equipment, a yoga studio, and a spin studio, Whistler’s gym and fitness amenities will suit any of your needs.
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But we understand, sometimes you want options. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of the five best gyms and fitness studios within walking distance of Georgia Tech and Midtown Atlanta.
Best Gyms near Georgia Tech in Midtown Atlanta
Whistler’s fitness center takes up the entire 25th floor of the building and is equipped with cardio machines and weight equipment.
1. L.A. Fitness Midtown
LA Fitness in Midtown is just off of Tech Square. Image courtesy of My Area Network.
Address: 75 5th St NW Ste E
Hours: Mon-Thu 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Fri 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Sat-Sun 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
LA Fitness Midtown is located just off of Tech Square in east Midtown. The club offers group fitness classes, cycling, personal training, sauna and towels, and a juice bar and cafe. Group classes include yoga, kickboxing, cycling, and many more.
2. Crossfit Midtown
Crossfit Midtown gym near Georgia Tech. Image courtesy of Crossfit Midtown.
Address: 1210 Spring St NW
Hours: Mon-Fri 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
For a unique fitness experience that goes outside of the traditional gym setting, CrossFit Midtown puts a spin on your workout by creating daily schedules that concentrate on 10 fitness domains. The crossfit program strengthens its members through high intensity workouts that integrate all areas of your body and help strengthen you as a whole.
Crossfit Midtown is located about a mile north of Tech Square, near the intersection of 14th Street and Spring Street.
3. Campus Recreation Center
Gym at the CRC on west campus. Image courtesy of Yelp.
Address: 750 Ferst Drive
Hours: Mon-Fri 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Sun 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Are you a Georgia Tech student? If so, you have access to Georgia Tech’s Campus Recreation Center (CRC), which offers over 300,000 SF of health and fitness spaces geared towards Georgia Tech students. Located at the edge of campus, this center features gym equipment, intramural fields, recreational equipment, the leadership challenge course, and, most notably, the swimming and diving venue built for the 1996 summer olympics in Atlanta.
4. 191 Resolution Fitness
Image courtesy of 191 Resolution Fitness.
Address: 191 Peachtree St NE, Suite 300
Hours: Mon-Thu 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Fri 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Closed Saturday and Sunday
191 Resolution Fitness offers personal training, group fitness classes, and access to a Registered Dietitian. Group fitness classes range from yoga to cardio kickboxing to pilates and more, and can range from 30-minute to 45-minute classes.
All Resolution Fitness members can access the club amenities, which include saunas and steam rooms, day lockers, and showers with shampoo and conditioner.
If you are a student or intern in the Atlanta area, Resolution Fitness offers a discounted first-time enrollment fee and monthly rate.
5. OrangeTheory Fitness
Orangetheory Fitness in Midtown near Georgia Tech. Image courtesy of Club Industry.
Address: 933 Peachtree St NE #939A
Hours: Mon-Fri 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
For total body, group workouts that show real results, Orangetheory Fitness Midtown is a popular choice. With world class coaches trained to take you through the five different heart rates of your workout, this results driven workout will include rowing, cardio, and strength training.
OrangeTheory Midtown is located near Peachtree Street and 8th Street, about a 10-minute walk from Tech Square.
We hope this article has helped you find your next place to workout. If you have any questions or would like to learn more about Whistler, please contact our leasing staff. We are more than happy to help in your search for housing!
