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    • Canal Place
    • New Orleans Healing Center
  • MEMBERSHIPS & SPECIALS
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    • INSURANCE PROGRAMS
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    • Anthony, Personal Trainer
    • Julie, Personal Trainer
    • Julie, Yoga Instructor
    • Kimberly, Pole Perfect Fitness
    • Lucas, Personal Trainer
    • Meredith, Personal Trainer
    • Patricia, Yoga Instructor
    • Tyra, Personal Trainer
  • CONTACT
  • LOCATIONS
    • Canal Place
    • New Orleans Healing Center
  • MEMBERSHIPS & SPECIALS
    • Membership & Guest Fees
    • SPECIALS
      • CURRENT OFFERS
      • Circuit Training – HIIT
    • INSURANCE PROGRAMS
      • RENEW ACTIVE
      • Optum One Pass
  • Visitor Passes
  • TRAINERS
    • Anthony, Personal Trainer
    • Julie, Personal Trainer
    • Julie, Yoga Instructor
    • Kimberly, Pole Perfect Fitness
    • Lucas, Personal Trainer
    • Meredith, Personal Trainer
    • Patricia, Yoga Instructor
    • Tyra, Personal Trainer
  • CONTACT

Insurance Plans and Programs Accepted

Current Health Insurance Companies and Programs Offering FREE, Reduced Rate and/or Fitness Center Memberships at Downtown Fitness Center:

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Silver Sneakers
  • United Healthcare
  • One Pass
  • Peoples Heath
  • Aaptiv
  • Silver & Fit
  • Active & Fit
  • MedFit Care

In our continuous efforts to keep NOLA Strong, we're continually adding to the list... please stay tuned!

Your health care plan may include a free membership at DFC. Contact your provider for details.

Renew Active by United Health Care

LOCATIONS & HOURS

  • NOTE: 504 must be entered in front of our phone number when calling us.
  • SHOPS AT CANAL PLACE
    365 Canal St., Suite 380 (Downtown)
    New Orleans LA 70130
    504.525.2956
  • NEW ORLEANS HEALING CENTER
    2372 St. Claude Avenue (Bywater/Marigny)
    New Orleans LA 70117
    504.754.1101
  • CLUB HOURS
    Monday-Friday 6a-9p
    Saturday-Sunday 9a-5p
  • CLOSED THANKSGIVING DAY
    11/28 HOURS: CP 9-3, HC 6-5
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🏋️‍♀️ Build muscle = live stronger, longer More s 🏋️‍♀️ Build muscle = live stronger, longer

More strength means better metabolism, better blood sugar control, fewer falls, and greater independence — even into your 70s, 80s, and 90s.

✨ The formula: Lift 2–3x/week, focus on big movements, and get enough protein.

Muscle is the key to healthy aging at any age.

We’ve been dedicated to keeping the New Orleans community strong since 1978, and we’d love to help you too. 

2 New Orleans gym locations 
Various membership plans
Your insurance may cover your dues!
Classes at our Canal Place club
Personal training available

#workoutlocal #nolastrong #neworleansgym
Support local / shop small this year… give the GIF Support local / shop small this year… give the GIFT OF FIT 🎁 💪 to yourself and a special someone with a membership to Downtown Fitness Center. 

We have two locations in New Orleans and a plethora of options that will add more life to your years! 

Free memberships with many insurance plans and affordable rates starting at $22.50/mo. We also offer a variety of classes and personal training. 

We’ve been dedicated to keeping NOLA strong since 1978… visit our website to learn more and come by for a tour to check us out! 

📱 downtownfitnesscenter.com
In town visiting friends and family? Our clubs wil In town visiting friends and family? Our clubs will be closed for the holiday, but you can keep those gains on track afterward with our flexible day passes.
We offer two convenient New Orleans locations — Downtown and Marigny/Bywater — with guest passes available from 1 to 30 days, plus special discounts for convention attendees.

Learn more at downtownfitnesscenter.com
As always, our members and guests can visit either As always, our members and guests can visit either club during home club closures.
Maintaining muscle mass becomes more important as Maintaining muscle mass becomes more important as we age — it supports balance, bone health, mobility, and overall longevity. And remember, cardio and strength training go hand-in-hand for a truly healthy routine. 

Visit downtownfitnesscenter.com to learn more, or swing by for a tour anytime - we’d love to show you around. 

2 NOLA gyms
Various membership plans
Free memberships with qualifying insurance
Personal trainers on staff
Fitness classes (Canal Place) 

Support your health and your community — #WorkoutLocal at Downtown Fitness Center… #NOLAstrong since 1978
“Fully equipped gym… The weights area is great and “Fully equipped gym… The weights area is great and there are heaps of machines to use, you can have a great workout and nice view of the city.

At Downtown Fitness Center, we offer affordable memberships, flexible day-pass options for visitors, and even free memberships for those with qualifying insurance plans. Our Canal Place location also features a variety of fitness classes.

Learn more at downtownfitnesscenter.com, or better yet, stop by for a tour!

You’ll find us on the third floor of Canal Place, and our Bywater club is located on the second floor of the New Orleans Healing Center. #workoutlocal #nolagym #neworleansgym
Join us now and take advantage of NO JOINING FEE! Join us now and take advantage of NO JOINING FEE! 💪 valid until further notice. 

Swing by either of our New Orleans gyms today for a tour and to get started!
Senior Fitness: Balance for Life 🧘‍♂️✨
 Want to fe Senior Fitness: Balance for Life 🧘‍♂️✨

Want to feel stronger, steadier, and more confident?
Join Tara Monday & Wednesday, 10–10:45am at our Canal Place club for Core, Balance & Mobility Class 

✅ Build strength & balance
✅ Prevent falls (1 in 4 seniors fall each year!)
✅ Stay active, independent & injury-free
A fun, low-impact class designed to help you keep doing the things you love. 💪❤️

Learn more at downtownfitnesscenter.com 

#seniorfitness #nolagym #nolafitness #neworleansgym
👻 💪 🎃 DFC Halloween hours, 6a-6p both clubs… plan 👻 💪 🎃 DFC Halloween hours, 6a-6p both clubs… plan your workouts accordingly! 👻 💪 🎃
Check out DFCer Vinny strengthening the neck muscl Check out DFCer Vinny strengthening the neck muscles! 

Neck exercises improve posture, relieve tension, and prevent pain by strengthening and stretching the muscles that support your head and spine. They enhance mobility, reduce stiffness, and promote better circulation. Regular practice can also define the jawline, ease stress, and help prevent neck and shoulder strain from poor posture! 

#nolagym #nolastrong #neworleansgym
🍰 Happy National Dessert Day! 🍪 Go ahead — treat 🍰 Happy National Dessert Day! 🍪

Go ahead — treat yourself to that slice of cake or sweet indulgence. One dessert won’t derail your goals… just like one workout won’t make them happen. 💪 

It’s all about balance, consistency, and living well — enjoy the sweet moments and put in the work that keeps you feeling your best.  #balancenotperfection

So savor that dessert guilt-free, then come sweat it out with us at Downtown Fitness Center. Because life’s better when you can enjoy both. ❤️🏋️‍♀️

#nolagym #neworleansgym
💪🏃‍♀️ Small Moves, Big Impact! Struggling to find 💪🏃‍♀️ Small Moves, Big Impact!

Struggling to find time to exercise? Researchers say “exercise snacks” — short bursts of activity lasting about 5 minutes, a couple times a day — can significantly boost heart and lung health.

These mini workouts are easier to fit into busy days and can help improve fitness, reduce disease risk, and keep you active as you age.

So skip the couch and take a quick movement break — your heart ♥️ and mind 🧠 will thank you!
Want to feel (and age) younger—no magic pill requi Want to feel (and age) younger—no magic pill required? ✨

Research shows that just 90 minutes of strength training a week can make your body biologically up to 4 years younger! 💪📊
No gimmicks. Just science.

How lifting slows aging:
🧬 Cellular Protection → Strength training helps preserve telomeres—the protective caps on your DNA—slowing cellular aging.
⚡ Energy Boost → Keeps your mitochondria (“power plants”) efficient, reducing fatigue and age-related decline.
⚕️ Hormone Support → Balances key hormones like testosterone, growth hormone & IGF-1 for stronger muscles, bones, and mood.
🧠 Brain Benefits → Boosts blood flow to the brain to support memory and mental clarity.

⚜️ Come visit either of our New Orleans gyms for a tour — we’d love to help you feel stronger, sharper, and more energized at any age! ⚜️💪
Long gone are the days when lifting weights was ju Long gone are the days when lifting weights was just for bodybuilders! 💪 In fact, all adults are recommended to do at least two full-body strength-training sessions per week.

Joining a gym gives you access to equipment, expert guidance, fun classes, and motivation to stay consistent—better health for body and mind! 🧠

Learn more: downtownfitnesscenter.com

#nolagym #neworleansgym #nolastrong
💪 Age strong, live strong! For older adults, build 💪 Age strong, live strong! For older adults, building muscle isn’t just about looking fit—it’s about protecting your joints, improving balance, boosting metabolism, and staying independent longer.

At Downtown Fitness Center in New Orleans, we’re here to help you stay strong at every stage of life. ✨

High five to DFCer, Kay for making fitness a priority and keeping her gains in check! 💪 

#nolagym #neworleansgym
Join us in wishing Hasker a fit-tastic 25th Downto Join us in wishing Hasker a fit-tastic 25th Downtown Fitness Center anniversary! We appreciate all you do and truly treasure your dedication! 💪🎂🥳
💪 Muscle is the ultimate key to longevity. It’s n 💪 Muscle is the ultimate key to longevity.

It’s not just for aesthetics—it’s your ticket to a stronger, healthier, longer life.

Research shows that training just 1–2 times a week after 60 can slash mortality risk by 50%—and even drop cancer risk nearly threefold.

A little extra muscle today can completely reshape your health tomorrow.

More strength. More vitality. More years. Start building now!
Please join us in wishing a very special HAPPY BIR Please join us in wishing a very special HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Cliff! 
🍾🎂🍾
#yourock #happycliffday #eatallthecake #drinkallthechampagne
Senior Fitness: Balance for Life 🧘‍♂️✨
 Want to fe Senior Fitness: Balance for Life 🧘‍♂️✨

Want to feel stronger, steadier, and more confident?
Join Tara Monday & Wednesday, 10–10:45am at our Canal Place club for Core, Balance & Mobility Class 

✅ Build strength & balance
✅ Prevent falls (1 in 4 seniors fall each year!)
✅ Stay active, independent & injury-free
A fun, low-impact class designed to help you keep doing the things you love. 💪❤️

Learn more at downtownfitnesscenter.com 

#seniorfitness #nolagym #nolafitness #neworleansgym
💪 At Downtown Fitness Center, we believe health an 💪 At Downtown Fitness Center, we believe health and fitness isn’t a chore to check off your list—it’s a lifestyle that fuels everything you do. 🏃‍♀️✨When you make movement and wellness part of your daily rhythm, you’re not just building strength—you’re boosting energy, improving focus, reducing stress, and enhancing your quality of life every single day.It’s not about perfection. It’s about progress. About feeling better, living stronger, and enjoying life to the fullest. 🌟Join us at Downtown Fitness Center and let’s make fitness your lifestyle.
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  • LOCATIONS
    • Canal Place
    • New Orleans Healing Center
  • MEMBERSHIPS & SPECIALS
    • Membership & Guest Fees
    • SPECIALS
      • CURRENT OFFERS
      • Circuit Training – HIIT
    • INSURANCE PROGRAMS
      • RENEW ACTIVE
      • Optum One Pass
  • Visitor Passes
  • TRAINERS
    • Anthony, Personal Trainer
    • Julie, Personal Trainer
    • Julie, Yoga Instructor
    • Kimberly, Pole Perfect Fitness
    • Lucas, Personal Trainer
    • Meredith, Personal Trainer
    • Patricia, Yoga Instructor
    • Tyra, Personal Trainer
  • CONTACT