The Arena District Athletic Club

What The Arena District Athletic Club does

The Arena District Athletic Club (ADAC) is a privately held, single-location premium fitness facility operating in the Arena District of downtown Columbus, Ohio, at 325 John H. McConnell Boulevard. The club is owned by Nationwide Realty Investors and operated by Columbus Hospitality Management. It serves a primarily local B2C membership base of downtown professionals, health-conscious adults, families, and youth (ages 12-15) with a contract-free monthly subscription priced at $71.50 plus tax, an enrollment fee, and an annual $50 facility improvement fee. Members receive access to premium Life Fitness cardio/strength equipment, unlimited group fitness classes, complimentary HydroMassage, two free personal-training/wellness onboarding sessions (the "Welcome to Wellness" program), and two hours of complimentary parking in the attached Neil Ave. Garage.

The product surface is unusually broad for a single-location club and combines conventional fitness with differentiated wellness and community programming. Core services include one-on-one and small-group personal training (Jimmy Peters, Aron Layman, Mackenzie Murray), yoga and Yin Yoga with Live Vibrational Sound Healing led by E-RYT 500 teacher Maggie Fekete, fitCAMP — a proprietary 4-week/12-session high-intensity boot camp combining CrossFit, HIIT, Tabata, and bodyweight circuits, an Arena District Kickball League at adjacent McFerson Commons, nutrition and health coaching, the Exercise as Medicine physician-supported 8-week program (HSA-eligible), and Fit Kids with Maggie Poppins for ages 12-15. Member acquisition and retention are driven by a hybrid direct-to-consumer/community-led/event-driven motion: front-desk sign-ups, a free one-day guest pass, $20 non-member class guest fees, free community events, social media engagement on Facebook and Instagram, and email via Mailchimp.

Operations are supported by Mindbody for member management, scheduling, billing, and self-service, paired with native iOS and Android apps (Fitbit integration, goal tracking, 12-hour advance class registration). The club currently operates at a single physical site with no disclosed multi-location expansion, M&A, or external funding; revenue is diversified across recurring membership dues, professional services (personal training, health coaching, Exercise as Medicine), unit-priced programs (fitCAMP, kickball league), guest fees, and ancillary merchandise via Printful. As of July 2026, the club was experiencing a temporary closure due to a building-wide power outage, with membership dues being suspended for the closure period.

Name

The Arena District Athletic Club

Legal name

Arena District Athletic Club

Website

https://arenaathletic.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Arena District Athletic Club is a privately held, single-location premium fitness club in downtown Columbus, Ohio, owned by Nationwide Realty Investors. It offers contract-free monthly memberships, personal training, group classes, yoga, sound healing, fitCAMP boot camp, kickball league, nutrition coaching, and an HSA-eligible Exercise as Medicine program to local members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fitness Center / Health Club Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Strength & Conditioning / Athletic Performance Training (HSADAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sports-Specific Group Conditioning (HSADABAK), Strength, Conditioning & Speed/Agility Training Facilities (MPAKAJAD)

Keywords

• Fitness center services
• Personal training
• Group fitness classes
• Wellness coaching
• Health club membership

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbus

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Monthly Membership Dues: Contract-free monthly membership at $71.50 + tax per month. Includes enrollment fee of $29 + tax and annual $50 + tax Facility Improvement Fee charged two months after joining and annually thereafter. Membership provides unlimited access to club amenities, group fitness classes, HydroMassage, two Welcome to Wellness sessions, and two hours of complimentary parking.
2. Personal Training Sessions: Private individual training sessions at $52.00 for 30 minutes. Group training (2-4 people) at $42.00 per person per session. Packages must be used within 3 months. All appointments require 24-hour cancellation notice. Pricing may vary per trainer.
3. fitCAMP Boot Camp Registration: 4-week high intensity group training program priced at $84.00 for members and $112.00 for non-members. Includes 12 training sessions across 3 days per week.
4. Non-Member Class Guest Fees: Non-members may attend group fitness classes for a $20 guest fee per class. Yoga classes for non-members are $15 per session.
5. Arena District Kickball League Registration: Co-ed recreational kickball league at McFerson Commons. Registration at $450.00 per team. Teams of up to 24 players, 10 on field per game, minimum 4 men and 4 women required. 7-game regular season plus single elimination playoff.
6. Nutrition & Health Coaching: Health coaching power sessions: 30 minutes at $52, 45 minutes at $78, 1 hour at $104. Initial consultation (1 hour per client) at $104, or 2 hours per family at $208. Provided by Maggie Fekete.
7. Exercise as Medicine Program: 8-week physician-supported exercise program priced at $844 for the initial program, including assessment, 6 supervised sessions, and final landmark assessment. Renewal at $792 for subsequent 8-week terms. May qualify for HSA reimbursement.
8. Merchandise and Gift Cards: Arena Athletic Store sells branded merchandise including t-shirts, dad hats, ladies' muscle tanks, and gift cards through Printful. Gift cards are available for purchase via PayPal.
9. Additional Membership Add-ons: Additional family member add-on at $56.00 per month plus tax with no enrollment fee. Access to TheGuestBungalow.com (online yoga, meditation, wellness) at $25.00 per month.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The Arena District Athletic Club is a single-location premium fitness club in downtown Columbus, Ohio that sells contract-free monthly memberships giving members access to Life Fitness equipment, unlimited group fitness classes (yoga, circuit strength, sound healing), HydroMassage recovery, complimentary parking, and Welcome to Wellness onboarding. The club also sells à la carte personal training, fitCAMP boot camp sessions, the Exercise as Medicine physician-supported program, nutrition coaching, a co-ed kickball league, and youth fitness programming.

Product overview

The Arena District Athletic Club is a fitness facility offering a comprehensive suite of services centered around its monthly membership program. The core offerings include personal training, group fitness classes (Circuit Strength, Yoga, Yin Yoga with Sound Healing), and specialized programs like fitCAMP boot camp and the Arena District Kickball League. Members receive amenities including HydroMassage, Welcome to Wellness sessions, and complimentary parking. Additional services include Nutrition & Health Coaching, the Exercise As Medicine Program for those with chronic conditions, youth programming (Fit Kids with Maggie Poppins), and Sound Healing Sessions. The club also provides a mobile app for iOS and Android for class scheduling and account management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• fitCAMP: A 4-week, 12-session high intensity group training program designed for quick results and lasting benefits, incorporating aspects of CrossFit, HIIT, Tabatas, and bodyweight circuits.
• Arena District Kickball League
• HydroMassage

Products and services

• Personal Training One-on-one and small group (2-4 people) training sessions delivered by certified personal trainers to help individual members improve workouts, build strength, and achieve fitness goals. Sessions priced at $52 per 30-minute individual session and $42 per person for group sessions.
• Group Fitness Classes Scheduled group fitness classes including Circuit Strength, Yoga, Yin Yoga, Strong Zen Yoga, and Yin Yoga with Sound Healing taught by certified instructors. Unlimited group fitness classes are included with club membership; non-members can drop in for $20 per class or $15 for yoga.
• fitCAMP Boot Camp A 4-week, 12-session high-intensity group training program combining CrossFit, HIIT, Tabatas, and bodyweight circuits. Priced at $84 for members and $112 for non-members. New sessions begin each month.
• Arena District Kickball League Co-ed recreational kickball league for adults aged 18+ playing at McFerson Commons in the Arena District. Teams of up to 24 players, 10 on field per game, with 7-game regular season and single-elimination playoff. Team registration is $450.
• Nutrition & Health Coaching Holistic nutrition and health coaching covering energy levels, sleep, cravings, weight management, and lifestyle balance. Includes an initial consultation ($104 per client / $208 per family) and power sessions priced $52 (30 min), $78 (45 min), and $104 (60 min).
• Exercise As Medicine Program Physician-supported 8-week structured exercise program including initial assessment, 6 supervised personal training sessions, and final landmark assessment for individuals managing chronic conditions or recovering from injury. Initial 8-week program priced at $844 and renewal at $792; HSA-eligible with Letter of Medical Necessity.
• Fit Kids with Maggie Poppins Youth yoga and wellness program for ages 12-15 featuring poses, storytelling, breathwork, and mindfulness exercises. Priced at $100 per child for a 4-week program, including 4 in-person classes plus unlimited household access to TheGuestBungalow.com.
• Monthly Membership Contract-free monthly membership providing access to all club amenities, complimentary 2-hour parking, HydroMassage, Welcome to Wellness sessions, and unlimited group fitness classes. Monthly dues are $71.50 + tax, with a $29 + tax enrollment fee and a $50 + tax annual Facility Improvement Fee. Family add-on member is $56 per month.
• Sound Healing Sessions Live vibrational sound healing sessions featuring tuning forks, Himalayan singing bowls, framed drums, chimes, and gongs, taught by Maggie Fekete (Certified Sound Healer). Available as part of the Yin Yoga class format and as a wellness offering.
• Arena Athletic Merchandise Branded merchandise store selling t-shirts, dad hats, ladies' muscle tanks, and gift cards through Printful, plus gift cards via PayPal. Spin bikes are also offered for purchase by emailing [email protected].

Quantifiable outcome

• fitCAMP participants report boosted metabolism, firmer body, greater self-confidence, improved endurance, improved flexibility, more energy, reduced stress, strength gains, and weight loss.
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Boston's Pizza and Sports BarminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Official sponsor of the Arena District Kickball League. Boston's Pizza and Sports Bar is the go-to spot for kickball league participants before and after games. Promotion includes recognition on kickball league materials and cross-marketing to league participants.
• Nationwide Realty InvestorscoreOthersDeveloper of the Arena District Athletic Club. Owns and invests in the real estate underlying the club. The club is located in property managed by Nationwide Realty Investors in downtown Columbus.
• Columbus Hospitality ManagementcoreOthersManagement company responsible for operating the Arena District Athletic Club. Also manages other hospitality properties in Columbus. Linked to Nationwide Realty Investors ecosystem.
• MindbodycoreTechnology or IntegrationMindbody is the club's software platform for member management, class scheduling, enrollment widgets, and billing. The club embeds Mindbody widgets on its website for class registration and uses Mindbody-powered member self-service for account management, billing, and check-ins.
• McFerson Commons (Arch Park)minorOthersPublic park location in the Arena District where the Arena District Kickball League games are hosted. The club organizes and runs the league at this city park location, which is managed separately.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• F45 Training: Global franchise offering 45-minute HIIT and functional group workouts in studio-format sessions, with proprietary training systems. Most directly comparable to ADAC's fitCAMP boot camp model and group HIIT format.
• Orangetheory Fitness: Boutique fitness franchise centered on heart-rate-based interval training in coached group settings, with personal training add-ons and premium memberships. Closely mirrors ADAC's group training + personal training mix and premium urban positioning.
• Burn Boot Camp: Franchised group fitness concept delivering 45-minute camp-style workouts combining strength and conditioning circuits. Closely parallels ADAC's fitCAMP HIIT/Tabata/CrossFit-style boot camp offering.
• CorePower Yoga: National yoga-focused boutique fitness chain offering multiple class intensities plus wellness programming. Comparable to ADAC's strong yoga, sound healing, and holistic wellness pillar led by E-RYT-credentialed instructors.
• TITLE Boxing Club: Franchised boutique fitness concept combining group class formats with personal training in a community-driven club environment. Comparable business model archetype to ADAC (membership + class registration + specialty programs).
• Club Pilates: Franchised boutique fitness concept offering instructor-led group reformer Pilates classes with membership and class-pack pricing. Comparable to ADAC's group-classes-plus-personal-training, instructor-led boutique format.

Broad incumbents

• Life Time Fitness: Premium multi-service athletic club chain offering group fitness, personal training, recovery amenities, and family programming at higher price points. Comparable to ADAC's premium amenity-rich single-club positioning, but at national scale.
• Equinox: Premium urban fitness club operator offering upscale design, group classes, personal training, and recovery amenities (spa, pool). Comparable to ADAC's premium amenity-driven positioning in a downtown district, but at national flagship scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ArenaAthletic
• Instagraminstagram.com/arenaathletic
• Xx.com/arenaathletic

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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