Club Bethesda is designed to meet the needs of adults 50 years of age and older. In addition to serving Bethesda’s residents, tenants and clients, Club Bethesda membership is available to members of the greater Willmar community.
The health of our Club members has always been our focus. Our Club follows the highest standards of infection control and adheres to state guidelines to help reduce the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and to help keep our residents, tenants, clients and staff healthy.
Before you come to Club Bethesda:
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, if you want to visit Club Bethesda to use the exercise equipment, lap swim in the pool, or attend a fitness class on land or in the pool, you must reserve a time slot online by clicking here or by calling 320-214-5627.
Member access will include all cardio and weight equipment. However, use of locker rooms and showers will not be available.
Click here to read more about the new rules and phased opening.
Club Bethesda
Fitness equipment and classes
Club Bethesda is equipped with state-of-the-art exercise machines that are specifically geared towards older adults. The Club also offers a variety of fitness classes for every fitness level. Come try our Balance Basics, Yoga, Senior Fitness, or Senior Strength classes, or join us in our warm-water therapy pool for aquatic fitness.
Warm-water pool
Club Bethesda’s warm-water pool is ideal for people with chronic pain issues such as arthritis or joint pain. Water aerobics classes are available for both the beginning and advanced member. We also offer aqua cycling and provide time for lap swimming. A wheelchair-accessible ramp makes it easy for anyone to use the pool. Our therapeutic pool and spa includes:
- Warm water (88-90 degrees)
- Wheelchair-accessible entry ramp
- Underwater bikes
- Lap lanes
- Water aerobics classes
- Hot tub with jets (6-person): Temporarily closed
Club Bethesda proudly offers FIT FOR SURGERY: 
Aquatic Wellness Program, which helps people optimize recovery after joint replacement surgery. This six-week class is open to the community and offers a targeted sequence of instructor-led aquatic wellness classes to prepare you for orthopedic surgical procedures through:
- Improving cardiovascular fitness
- Building muscle strength
- Increasing flexibility
Club Bethesda’s warm-water therapy pool offers participants the ideal setting for strengthening joint movement and getting Fit For Surgery. Class sizes are limited. Call to register or for more information, (320) 214-5627. The cost is free with a Club Bethesda membership, or it’s a $35 open registration.
Fitness Schedule – August
Membership
Club Bethesda Membership Options:
- Premier membership: Unlimited use of HUR weight equipment, cardio machines, pool, spa and all fitness classes.
- Basic membership: Unlimited use of cardio machines, treadmills, ellipticals, recumbent bikes, biosteps, and land fitness classes.
- Silver Sneakers and Silver & Fit: Unlimited use of cardio machines and Senior Fit classes.
- Silver Sneakers and Silver & Fit: Free
- Premier (Single): $42.00
- Premier (Dual): $70.00
- Basic (Single): $32.00
- Basic (Dual): $60.00
Health insurance reimbursement per month is available for eligible BCBC, Medica, SilverSneakers, Health Partners, Humana, and Preferred One.
A start-up fee of $39.00 for a single membership or $78.00 for a dual membership is paid upon membership enrollment. *All new members of Club Bethesda receive a fitness orientation and program development session. A 30-day cancellation/hold is required.
Additional Services
Additional Services
- Massage Therapy
- 30 Minutes: $30.00
- 60 Minutes: $60.00
- Personal Training
- 30 Minutes: $30.00
- 60 Minutes: $60.00
Club Hours
Club hours:
Mondays – Thursdays: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Fridays: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturdays: Temporarily closed
Sundays and holidays: Closed
*Club Bethesda is staffed Monday through Friday; Saturday temporarily closed
(All hours are subject to change)
Contact
Melissa Wentzel, Club Bethesda director
320-214-5627
Location:
Club Bethesda
901 Willmar Ave. SE, Suite 2
Willmar, MN 56201
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