Arena District Athletic Club
About
Arena District Athletic Club offers comprehensive martial arts training in MMA, boxing, and kickboxing alongside general fitness amenities. The gym features personal trainers like Jimmy Peters, Aron Layman, and Maggie Fekete, who brings additional expertise in yoga, health coaching, and nutrition. Members appreciate the clean facilities, top of the line equipment, and convenient amenities including complimentary attached parking and hydro massage services. The atmosphere is consistently described as not stuffy, with friendly staff who create a welcoming environment for regular workouts. Many long term members highlight the FitCAMP group class led by manager Bill Brown as a standout feature that provides quick, high intensity workouts perfect for morning or lunch breaks. This class has helped numerous members stay in shape over years of consistent attendance, with participants noting they never have to wait for equipment during busy times. The gym's management receives praise for maintaining excellent facilities that keep members returning even after trying alternatives closer to home. While most feedback is positive, some members mention limited group class options and gym hours as areas for potential improvement. Overall, the club combines diverse training disciplines with practical amenities in a clean, well equipped space that fosters long term member loyalty through quality programming and attentive service.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the FitCAMP group class led by manager Bill Brown, describing it as fantastic for quick, high intensity workouts that help maintain fitness over years. Long term attendees appreciate the clean facilities, plentiful equipment with no waiting times, and friendly staff who create a welcoming, non stuffy atmosphere. Several reviewers mention returning to this gym after trying alternatives because it has everything they need. Some concerns include limited group class availability, restricted gym hours, and occasional feedback about front desk staff needing to be more personable with greetings.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Marie Kuess
6 months ago
Have loved going to this gym for several years now. The atmosphere is not stuffy, the facilities are clean, and the amenities are great! Especially love the FitCAMP class that is done there with Bill. The staff has always been very friendly and helpful.
Pete Shuler
5 months ago
I have worked out at this gym on a regular basis - 4-5 times per week - for about 20 years. I have also worked out at a lot of other gyms when traveling. Arena Atheletic is fantastic! Great equipment and plenty of it - weights and strength machines, cardio machines, floor space for stretching, etc. I have never had to wait for anything. They also have a fantastic group workout class - FitCamp - that has helped me stay in great shape as I get older. Great gym with great management. I highly recommend it!
Lawrence Templin
6 months ago
I was a long time member then left for a gym closer to my house. That didn't last long. ADAC has everything I need and more. It is clean, staff is friendly, and FitCamp is awesome.
Andrew Dutcher
6 months ago
I highly recommend Fit Camp, which is hosted by the manager, Bill Brown. A great way to get a quick, high intensity workout in the morning or over lunch break.
D'Asia S
a year ago
Good location, however, it’s a bit overpriced for the machines & amenities offered, the very limited group classes available, & the limited gym hours. The staff could work on their personable skills while sitting at the front desk. For example, acknowledging the members as we arrive or leave - a simple hello/goodbye goes a long way!
fitness_centerAmenities
Contact
325 John H McConnell Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Jimmy Peters
Personal Trainer
Personal trainer; authored blog post on exercise and personal training after cancer treatment.
Aron Layman
Personal Trainer
Maggie Fekete
Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher, Health Coach, Nutritionist
Leads Yin Yoga classes with sound healing; personal trainer, health coach, and nutritionist.