City Guide
Fitness and Yoga
Fitness Centers - Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center
2960 Washtenaw [map](734) 971-6355
This county-owned facility has a walk-run track, double gym, indoor pool, cardio and strength-training equipment, personal trainers, group fitness classes including pilates, swim instruction, and more. Annual memberships: individuals (ages 16-61) $230; seniors (ages 62-79), disabled (documented) & youths (ages 3-15) $180; seniors (age 80 and over) $60; families (up to 6 members, only 2 over 18), $495; nonresident rates are higher (6-month memberships available). Thirty-day trial passes $45; summer passes (May 1-Aug 20) $80. Drop-in fees: resident (ages 16-61) $8 (nonresident $9); resident youths (ages 3-15), disabled & seniors (age 62 and up) $6 (nonresident $7). Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon-10 p.m. See website for class schedules. washtenaw.org
Fitness Centers - The Health & Fitness Center at WCC
4833 E. Huron River [map](734) 975-9950
Track, fitness equipment, basketball and volleyball courts, pools, steam room and sauna, whirlpools, platform tennis court, exercise classes including pilates, medically integrated fitness programs for those managing a medical condition (referral required), and personal training. Classes free to members. Call for membership fees. Mon.-Thurs. 5 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri. 5 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat. & Sun. (May 21-Sept. 1) 7 a.m.-6 p.m. and (Sept. 2-May 20) 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Child care available up to 2 hours while members are on-site for children (ages 6 months-11 years) of members and registered guests. Also, Fitness Café with light fare and WiFi. inquiry@wccfitness.org, wccfitness.org S
Fitness Centers - U-M Recreational Sports
(734) 763-3084
Three comprehensive on-campus open recreation facilities: Central Campus Recreation Bldg. (CCRB),401 Washtenaw; North Campus Recreation Bldg. (NCRB), 2375 Hubbard; and Intramural Sports Bldg. (IMSB), 606 E. Hoover. Membership open to U-M affiliates, spouses/partners, alumni, and friends. Activities include swimming, basketball, racquetball, cardio and weight equipment, and group fitness classes (Group-X). Intramural sports open to all Recreational Sports members. Outdoor grass and turf fields available for rental and drop-in use. S
Fitness Centers - YMCA
400 W. Washington [map](734) 996-9622
Two pools (one zero-depth entry), 3-court gym, pilates, and activities and classes for infants to seniors. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 5:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Teen, family, and adult memberships; financial assistance available. See website for fees and information. annarborymca.org S
Jogging & Walking -
The city's plentiful parkland, including long stretches of scenic riverfront pathways, provides miles of off-road running. Many Ann Arborites don't even have to leave their own neighborhoods to find prime jogging space.
Jogging & Walking - Briarwood Mall
Doors open early (8 a.m. Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m. Sun.) to walkers year-round.
Jogging & Walking - Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center
2960 Washtenaw [map](734) 971-6355
Two-lane, 1/12-mile indoor track (see General Programs & Facilities listing for fees) and a free 1.4-mile, 18-fitness-station trail (with directions and equipment) at County Farm Park behind the building. washtenaw.org
Jogging & Walking - The Health & Fitness Center at WCC
4833 E. Huron River [map](734) 975-9950
Two-lane, 1/8-mile indoor track. wccfitness.org
Jogging & Walking - University of Michigan
1/8-mile indoor track at the CCRB (734) 763-3084 and a 1/10-mile indoor track at the NCRB, (734) 763-4560. For outdoor runners, Palmer Field features a 1/4-mile track.
Jogging & Walking - YMCA
400 W. Washington [map](734) 996-9622
Unbanked 13-laps-to-the-mile indoor track above the gym. annarborymca.org
Lifetime Fitness - Rec & Ed
(734) 994-2300
Classes year-round: H2O Circuits, Cardio Drumming, Nordic Walking Workshop, spinning, weight training, and more. registration@aaps.k12.mi.us, aareced.com
Yoga -
Public and nonprofit classes
Yoga - Health & Fitness Center at WCC
(734) 975-9950
Classes for beginning, intermediate, and experienced levels include power, slow flow, and in traditional and flow, Anusara, Ashtanga, Kripalu, Vinyasa, and Iyengar. Free to members. See website for schedule. wccfitness.org
Yoga - Rec & Ed
(734) 994-2300, ext. 53149
Classes held year-round in Hatha Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, chair yoga, therapeutic yoga, and a variety of specialized yoga classes are available. Options for all ages and activity levels. Now offering virtual classes as well for convenience. mcneelyt@aaps.k12.mi.us, aareced.com
Yoga - YMCA
400 W. Washington [map](734) 996-9622
Iyengar and Vinyasa yoga instruction: focused classes for all levels and ages. Specialty classes for pregnancy, teens, runners and more. annarborymca.org S
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