Wellness In 2026: Where To Sweat, Stretch & Recharge In University City

A new year always feels like a reset — a moment to shake off the old routine and lean into what makes you feel strong, centered and refreshed. Lucky for us, University City and the communities nearby offer plenty of gyms, studios and wellness spaces ready to help you move, unwind and recharge in 2026.

Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to spotlight some of the local places helping residents feel their best this season. We rounded up a few to explore — just be sure to confirm hours and offerings before you go.

1. Centennial Commons

📅 When: Open Mon-Fri 5:30 AM - 9 PM, Sat 8 AM - 8 PM, Sun 10 AM - 6 PM; offerings include the fitness facility, pickleball and fitness classes
📍 Where: 7210 Olive Boulevard, University City, MO 63130
🔗 More info: Click here

2. Infinity Fitness

📅 When: Open Mon-Fri 6 AM - 8 PM, Sat 8 AM - 12 PM, Sun 8 AM - 5 PM; boutique studio offerings include pilates, TRX, barre and more
📍 Where: 608 N McKnight Road, St. Louis, MO 63132
🔗 More info: Click here

3. STL Thrives

📅 When: Open Mon-Fri 5 AM - 7 PM, Sat 7 AM - 12 PM; offerings include personal training and group boot camps
📍 Where: 8132 Delmar Boulevard, University City, MO 63130
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4. UMSL Recreation and Wellness Center

📅 When: Open Mon-Thu 6 AM - 9 PM, Fri 6 AM - 8 PM, Sat 8 AM - 5 PM, Sun 11 AM - 6 PM; the facility and its amenities are accessible to both university members and the public (with membership)
📍 Where: 11 Arnold B. Grobman Drive, St. Louis, MO 63121
🔗 More info: Click here

5. The Heights Community Center

📅 When: Mon-Thu 5:30 AM - 8:30 PM, Fri 5:30 AM - 8 PM, Sat 7 AM - 5 PM, Sun 8:30 AM - 5 PM; offerings include an indoor aquatic facility, fitness classes and a lifting gym
📍 Where: 8001 Richmond Heights, MO 63117
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6. Shred415 Brentwood

📅 When: Open Mon, Wed & Fri 6 AM - 1:30 PM, Tue & Thu 5:30 AM - 1:30 PM, Sat-Sun 7 AM - 12 PM; offerings include a variety of full-body exercise classes
📍 Where: 8384 Musick Memorial Drive, St. Louis, MO 63144
🔗 More info: Click here

7. Anytime Fitness

📅 When: Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; offerings include the gym and personal training opportunities
📍 Where: 9654 Olive Boulevard, Olivette, MO 63132
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8. CrossFit St. Louis

📅 When: Open Mon, Wed & Fri 5 AM - 1 PM & 3:30 - 7:30 PM; Tue & Thu 5 - 7 AM, 9:30 AM - 1 PM & 3:30 - 7:30 PM; Sat 7:30 - 10 AM; Sun 9 - 10 AM.
📍 Where: 567 Hanley Industrial Court, St. Louis, MO 63144
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9. alleyCat Yoga

📅 When: Mon 12 - 4 PM, Tue 9 - 11 AM, Wed 4 - 8 PM, Thu 9 - 12 AM, Fri 7 - 8 PM; offerings include group, private and online yoga classes
📍 Where: 7240 Amherst Avenue, University City, MO 63130
🔗 More info: Click here

10. Joy of Yoga

📅 When: Mon-Fri 9 AM - 9 PM, Sat- Sun 8 AM - 8 PM; offerings include a variety of yoga and reiki classes
📍 Where: 8918 Manchester Road, St. Louis, MO 63144
🔗 More info: Click here

Wishing you a grounded, energized start to the year — and plenty of moments that feel good.

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