Locust Street Athletic & Swim Club
📍 1528 Locust St, St. Louis, Missouri, 63103
Pricing
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Day Pass | $35 |
| Membership | Core Membership: $119/month + Initiation (Individual), Premier Membership: $159/month + Initiation (Individual) |
| Private Session | Personal training: 30-minute or 60-minute sessions, Small-group training: 45-minute sessions (max 4 individuals) |
| Day pass: $35 (credited toward initiation fee if joining). Core Membership: $119/month + initiation fee. Premier Membership: $159/month + initiation fee with 10% discount on massage and personal training. Personal training available in 30-minute or 60-minute sessions. Small-group training: 45-minute sessions for up to 4 people. | |
What Visitors Say
What Visitors Liked
What Visitors Noted
The Locust Street Athletic & Swim Club provides a comprehensive wellness experience anchored by its exceptional thermal facilities. Gym members consistently highlight the quality and cleanliness of the sauna and steam room, describing them as "perfect" and "on point." The venue offers both dry and wet saunas, which are noted to work exceptionally well alongside a reliably hot whirlpool. While a dedicated cold plunge is not explicitly mentioned, the large, clean swimming pool offers a potential contrast element. These pristine thermal amenities are housed within a historically beautiful setting, featuring stunning original tile work in the pool area, and contribute significantly to a recovery-focused environment that members say lowers stress and feels like a treat. This gym breathes new life into a restored historic YMCA building within the 21c Hotel, honoring its origins while offering contemporary fitness and wellness. The facilities include a five-lane swimming pool, two distinct workout areas with a wide array of upgraded equipment suitable for all levels, and two fitness studios for group classes. On-site massage services in treatment rooms provide post-workout relaxation. The staff, including trainers like Luke and Mika, receives frequent praise for being exceptional, friendly, and attentive, with personal training leading to significant member progress. The overall atmosphere is welcoming and well-appointed, integrating access to the hotel's restaurant, bar, and art museum, creating an all-in-one urban oasis for body and mind wellness.
What Reviewers Love
- The thermal facilities, including the sauna, steam room, and hot tub, are consistently praised for being clean, hot, and perfectly functional.
- The staff and trainers are highlighted as exceptionally friendly, attentive, and skilled, contributing to a welcoming environment.
- The historically beautiful setting within the 21c Hotel, featuring a large, clean pool with original tile work, is a major draw for members.
Amenities
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of sauna and thermal facilities are available?
The club offers both dry and wet saunas, a steam room, and a hot tub/whirlpool, all noted for being clean and functioning well.
Is personal training available?
Yes, the gym provides personal training with trainers like Luke and Mika, who members report offer fantastic guidance and lead to significant improvements in strength and posture.
What is the atmosphere and setting like?
The club is located within the historically beautiful 21c Hotel in a restored YMCA building. It features a warm, welcoming atmosphere and original architectural details, creating an upscale urban oasis.
