Are there any weight lifting gym's near Disney World?

[Eeyore's Mom]

First off, let me just say this is not for me , I will get plenty of exercise chasing 3 boys around for a week. My husband is a powerlifter and has qualified for Nationals in May (also in FL )- this is a big deal in his world I am supportive in that I'm glad he enjoys it but don't really get it.

Anyways... he has asked me to see if anyone knows of a good gym that he could buy day passes to that would be within 10 miles of the parks. We are staying offsite at Give Kids the World (this is a Make A Wish trip) and they don't have any facility like that. He would prefer the "hard core" olympic style free weights. We found one place but it's north of Orlando and looks like about 25 miles. Thank you if you have any info.!!!

 

[kimis]

I know when we go my dh goes to SSR or the YC to work out. I go shopping. LOL

 

[Debi]

Where are you staying? Most deluxe and home-away-from-home Disney resorts have gyms and fitness centers on site.

 

[Eeyore's Mom]

We will be staying offsite at Give Kids The World - A facility for "wish" kids through organizations like Make A Wish. They have a lot of ammenities but it's all geared towards the kids and they don't have a workout facility. I know there are Golds Gym and some other health clubs but he would really prefer the type of gym that has not frills and is all about the olympic free weights. They are usually smaller gyms and really geared towards the heavy lifters. It is possible he will just have to drive up to the one in Orlando if it's that important to him. I (well, he )really appreciates any insite. Thanks for the responses!

 

[MichaelH]

I know there is a gym in SSR. You may want to post on the DVC page and ask if someone can give you any info on it, specifically the free weights. Also there is Disney's Wide World of Sports, you could try there also. I wish your husband good luck. I know the BWV were we stay only have machines. I never check out the gym at SSR.

 

[Heva2015]

I would ask the Give Kids Staff if they can recommend somewhere. You can't be the first person to ask and they are amazing and focus not just on the kids but want the grown ups to have fun too.

 

[jdvm]

Tell him to have a look at the fitness center at Celebration Hospital. I lift weights and can assure him that they have everything he needs---along with a lot of nice people who work out there.

www.celebrationfitness.com

John

 

[madrymeg]

Hi John,

Do you know if Celebration fitness has rowers? My husband is in PT at the moment and needs one. Can't find any on disney property.

Thanks!
Paula Welsh

 

[siskaren]

Did you notice that this is a 6 year old thread?