Finding time to work out as a parent isn’t always easy. Between work, family responsibilities, activities, and everything else on the calendar, squeezing in a trip to the gym can feel impossible. Thankfully, several Austin area fitness centers make it easier by offering onsite childcare, youth fitness programs, or opportunities for parents and kids to stay active at the same time. Here are some of our favorite family friendly fitness options in and around Austin.

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LA Fitness
With four Austin locations, check out LA Fitness for its wide range of amenities, workout equipment, classes, personal training, and Kids’ Klub.  Check here for the LA Fitness closest to you.

 

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Fitness Connection
This spacious gym with high-end equipment and boutique classes also offers a kids’ club.  While you work out, your kids between the ages of 3-11 can enjoy a large group play area with a mini movie theater, tablet stations, and a homework/craft area, all staffed by friendly, well-trained attendants.  Fitness Connection has two locations in the Austin Area and you can get more info here.

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JCC Austin
Babysitting services are available to Austin’s Jewish Community Center Members while they are in the Sports & Fitness Facility. The Babysitting Room is open to children aged 3 months to 8 years and costs $10 per hour, a two-hour maximum.  The JCC Fitness Center has tennis courts, pilates, cardio and weight lifting, classes, and more.  Get more info here.

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Life Time Fitness
Life Time Kids provides your kids with various healthy activities while you work out and throughout the year. The Child Center offers a selection of healthy games and classes for children ages 3 months to 11 years as well as swimming, tennis, martial arts, and other sports programs. Life Time Kids also offers birthday parties, camps, Parents’ Night Out, and more. Life Time has four locations in Austin and you can see which is closest to you here.

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YMCAs of Austin
From personal fitness to group exercise to youth sports and senior aquatics, the YMCA helps you get mentally, spiritually, and physically fit by providing support and encouragement throughout your workout while also emphasizing our character development values. Their Child Watch services are free for members, but hours & ages vary between the eight area locations (and is not available at YMCA Camp Moody). Click here for more info regarding specific offerings at each location.

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Train 4 the Game 
Looking for something beyond traditional childcare? Train 4 the Game in Westlake offers athletic training programs for kids while parents work out at the same time. Elementary, middle school, and high school students can participate in age-appropriate strength, agility, speed, and conditioning programs while adults train in their own classes. It’s a great option for families who want everyone to stay active without coordinating multiple activities at different locations.

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