Fitness Clubs in McAllen, Texas

Fitness Clubs in McAllen, Texas
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McAllen offers various exercise programs within the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. If you want a well-established fitness facility, a gymnastics class, a jazz class or a club with flexible hours, you can locate a place for your exercise regimen. Many fitness clubs are situated near shopping centers and area restaurants.

Martial Arts

Martial arts are popular in McAllen. Whether you are interested in Tai Chi, Aikido, Tae Kwon Do or Judo, McAllen has a facility that teaches martial arts. Mastery Martial Arts has two locations in Texas, including the McAllen location. Those from age 5 to 15 can learn about fitness and self-defense and build self-esteem. The adult martial arts program consists of kickboxing or Kung-Fu Karate. Team Tiger Martial Arts, another facility, provides weapons classes, Tae Kwon Do for all skill sets and mixed martial arts.

24-hour Fitness

McAllen offers fitness centers that accommodate people with busy schedules. The Anytime Fitness facility is open 24 hours every day. The 24-hour access card grants you admittance to the facility when you desire as a member. In addition, you can be assured that you are safe with the 24-hour security available. You can workout using the many types of strength and cardiovascular equipment. Pump 24 is another McAllen fitness club open 24 hours and it is the only fitness facility with a 24-hour juice bar offering plenty of smoothies, shakes and healthy snacks. You can box in the Knock Out Room or take a class from a certified Les Mill's group instructor.

Neighborhood Fitness Club

Max Fitness is a neighborhood fitness club in the South Texas region. The club has five locations, including a facility in McAllen. Belly dancing, cardio kickboxing and traditional group classes, including yoga, Pilates and aerobics, are available.

National Chain Club

If you prefer a national chain facility, Gold's Gym is located on Dove Avenue in McAllen. The facility is open seven days a week and stays open until 11 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays as of September 2010. Classes that you can register for include the 45-minute Bodycombat Express class, which mixes moves from muay thai, tae kwon do and kickboxing, or the Bodypump class, a 60-minute barbell-focused course.

Dance Fitness Clubs

Dancing can help your body stay physically fit. McAllen is home to the Salsa Dance Company. You can learn authentic salsa dance steps starting at 8:30 a.m. on weekdays. McAllen Center Stage provides dance, cheer, tap, jazz and tumbling classes. The facility has ballet bars, spring floors and stretching machines.

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Article reviewed by Paul State Last updated on: Dec 8, 2010

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