As a Zumba instructor, I have the unique opportunity to be employed by half of the gyms in the County. One of the most common questions that I hear around this time of year is “what local gyms offer childcare?” Here is a compilation of the amenities and hours of the facilities that offer childcare in the area, so you can choose the best fit for your family’s lifestyle.
CARMEL
Carmel Valley Athletic Club (CVAC)
27300 Rancho San Carlos Road, Carmel, 831-624-2737
www.cvaconline.com
They offer a variety of classes including Zumba, different styles of yoga, Body Flow, Body Combat and Body Pump. They offer cardio and strength equipment as well as functional equipment such as TRX and Bosu Balls. Personal training is available for an additional fee. Other amenities include tennis courts, pool, and meditation deck.
CHILDCARE:
Children 6 weeks to 12 years old are welcome to attend. You will need to make an 8-hour advance reservation. Non-members are also able to drop off kids when they are in Refuge or using a day pass. They also host Parents’ Night Out. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 am-2 pm.
CORRAL DE TIERRA
Chamisal Tennis & Fitness Club
185 Robley Road Corral De Tierra
831-484-1135
www.chamisal.com
Chamisal’s Fitness Club features the state-of-the-art Matrix Strength Training and Cardio Equipment. They have free weights, dumbbells, squat racks and bench presses, rope climb, medicine balls and TRX® Training System. Chamisal also offers diverse group exercise classes like Tai Chi, Zumba, U-Jam, Aqua Aerobics, and Step. Tennis courts are available for lessons or just a little fun. They have two pools, a lap pool, and heated family pool. There are two hot tubs, one for adults and one for the family. The pools are outdoors and open all year round. Chamisal’s Courtside Bistro is open on site.
CHILDCARE: The Kid’s Club is offered to babies and children ages 3 months-12 years of age. No reservations are needed. Summer Camps and other programs are available as well. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am-12:30 pm, closed on Saturday and Sunday.
MONTEREY
Gold’s Gym
1510 Del Monte Center, Monterey
831-655-4653
www.goldsgym.com/monterey
Gold’s Gym is a state of the art fitness center located in Del Monte Shopping Center (next to Forever 21). Group exercise formats include a wide variety such as Body Pump, Barre, yoga, cycle, Strong by Zumba, Body Combat, etc. Personal trainers available for an extra fee. Plenty of new cardio and strength training equipment, plus Gold’s Amp, a new program that will bring your workout experience to a new level.
CHILDCARE: Childcare is available for ages 6 months-12 years old. Plenty of toys and fun for all ages. Three-hour maximum. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8 am-2 pm and 4 pm-9pm, Saturday and Sunday from 8 am-1 pm.
In Shape Health Club
2370 Fremont Street, Monterey
831-333-1853
www.inshape.com/gyms/monterey-california-93940/
In Shape offers a huge selection of group exercise classes. From cycle to U-Jam, Aqua Zumba to RIPPED, they have it all. They offer many cardio machines and strength equipment, including a 29-minute circuit area. Personal trainers are available for an additional fee. Some amenities include a pool, jacuzzi, steam room, racquetball area and a tanning room. Zumba Kids is offered at this gym.
CHILDCARE: Offered for kids 6 months-12 years of age. There is a basketball play area for older kids and plenty of toys for the younger ones. Two-hour maximum. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8 am-9 pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 8-1 pm.
Monterey Sports Center
301 E. Franklin Street, Monterey
831-646-3730
www.monterey.org/sportscenter
A great choice for a well-balanced fitness program is at the Monterey Sport’s Center. They offer a wide variety of fitness classes such as Kettlebell, Bootcamp, Yoga, Zumba, U-Jam, Aqua Zumba, Barre Sculpt etc. They have personal trainers available for an extra fee and many cardio and strength machines in a couple different rooms. Amenities include pools, sauna, sun deck, gymnasium/basketball courts. They offer Zumbini, kid’s swim lessons and a bunch of camps and classes for kids.
CHILDCARE: The childcare center is filled with toys and games suitable for children and babies ages 6 months to 8 years old. Two-hour minimum is required. Hours are Monday through Friday from 9 am-8 pm, Saturday from 8 am-1:30 pm, and closed on Sunday.
MARINA
Montage Wellness Center
2920 2nd Avenue, Marina
831-883-5656
www.montagewellnesscenter.com
This gym offers group exercise classes in two fitness studios, such as yoga, Bootcamp, Zumba, cycle and cardio & strength circuit. The Wellness Center offers personal and group training for extra fees. They have two pools, a hot tub, sauna and spa services.
CHILDCARE: Babies and kids ages 6 months-12 years old are welcome to play with games & toys and watch age-appropriate movies. 2-hour minimum.
Hours are Monday through Saturday from 8:45 am-12 pm, and Monday through Thursday from 4-8 pm, closed on Sunday.
SALINAS
Gold’s Gym
935 West Alisal Street, Salinas
831-975-4815
www.goldsgym.com/salinas/
Gold’s Gym is a state of the art gym that just opened January 2018. Group exercise formats include a wide variety such as Body Pump, Barre, yoga, cycle, Body Combat, etc. Personal trainers available for an extra fee. Plenty of new cardio and strength training equipment.
CHILDCARE: Ages 6 months-12 years old. Plenty of toys and fun for all ages. Three-hour maximum. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8-2 pm and 4-9 pm, and Saturday-Sunday from 8-1 pm.
Montage Wellness Center
1910 N. Davis Road, Salinas
831-622-6900
www.montagewellnesscenter.com
This gym offers group exercise classes in two fitness studios, such as yoga, Aqua Dynamics, Zumba, cycle and cardio & strength circuit. The Wellness Center offers personal and group training for extra fees. They have two pools.
CHILDCARE: Babies and kids ages 6 months-12 years old are welcome to play with games & toys and watch age-appropriate movies. 2-hour minimum.
Hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 am-12 pm, Monday-Thursday from 4-8 pm, and closed on Sunday.
In Shape Health Club
1040 N. Davis Road, Salinas
831-755-0555
www.inshape.com/gyms/salinas-west-california-93907/
In Shape offers a selection of group exercise classes. They offer many cardio machines and strength equipment, including a 29-minute circuit area. Personal trainers are available for an additional fee. Amenities include a pool, jacuzzi, steam room, racquetball area and a tanning room.
CHILDCARE: Offered for kids 6 months-12 years of age. There is a basketball play area for older kids and plenty of toys for the younger ones. Two-hour maximum. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8 am-12 pm and 4-9 pm, Saturday 8-12 pm, and closed on Sunday.
Salinas YMCA Family Center
117 Clay Street, Salinas
831-758-3811
www.centralcoastymca.org/salinas-ymca-family-center/salinas-ymca-family-center/
The Salinas YMCA offers a little of everything with a full fitness area including cardio and weights. Offering diverse classes such as Aqua Fit, Belly dance, U-Jam, Zumba, and yoga. They have an indoor and outdoor pool, basketball courts and a climbing wall.
CHILDCARE: Ages 3 months-13 years old are invited to hang out in the Kid’s Zone. Children have the opportunity to play games based on weekly themes and make crafts. They have a foosball and air hockey table, plus basketball and Wii games. 2-hour minimum. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8-1 pm and 3:30-8 pm, Saturday and Sunday from 8-12 pm.
Creekbridge Fitness
1486 Constitution Blvd, Salinas
831-444-6666
www.creekbridgefitness.com
Classes at Creekbridge Fitness may seem heavy on the Zumba and Shred, but you will find Cycle and Turbo Kick along others. This gym offers cardio rooms, strength equipment, and free weights. They have a steam room, hot tub, and tanning room. Personal training is also available for an additional fee.
CHILDCARE: Childcare is available for ages 6 months-12 years old. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8-12 pm and 4-8 pm, Saturday 9-12 pm, closed on Sunday.