UnityPoint Health - Paul W Ahrens Fitness Center

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Hours & Directions

24/7 Access for Members

Hours of Operation

  • Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


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Join Our Fitness Center Family

The Paul W. Ahrens (PWA) Fitness Center is a state-of-the-art fitness facility that includes a complete selection of cardio equipment, free weights, weight machines and offers a variety of group fitness classes.

Our fitness center is staffed by experts who are always available to provide instruction and equipped to suit the individual needs of virtually every member. When you join, you'll discover all that we have to offer, including:

  • Access to a member's only Facebook group
  • A highly personalized approach to health and wellness with individual fitness assessments, personal training and wellness coaching
  • On-site exercise physiologists and certified fitness instructors
  • Strength training, youth programs and group exercise classes, including water aerobics, Spinning® and boot camp
  • A comfortable, safe and supportive environment, especially for those with chronic health conditions
  • Virtual exercise opportunities through our private Facebook group when you are unable to attend a class in person
  • Classes taught to all levels; we encourage everyone to participate

Whether you are a fitness newcomer or veteran, the PWA Fitness Center family is here to support you on your wellness journey. Please contact us to join the fitness center or inquire about monthly membership fees.

Group Fitness Classes

Please visit the PWA Fitness Center Facebook page or check this page for class cancellations and updates due to inclement weather.

Space is limited for group exercise classes. Register online or call (641) 236-2999 to sign up.

  Spinning® Gentle Yoga  Yoga Yoga Flow Ripped Lite N' Fit  Kickboxing Pound®* Rock n' Row*
Monday Noon 9:15 a.m.    
    5:15 p.m.   
Tuesday 5:30 a.m. & 4:15 p.m.    6:30 p.m.      9:15 a.m.      
Wednesday Noon 9:15 a.m.      4:15 p.m.   5:15 p.m. 6 a.m.   
Thursday 5:30 a.m. & 4:15 p.m.    6:30 p.m.      9:15 a.m.     5:15 p.m. 
Friday Noon 9:15 a.m.              
Saturday 7 a.m.     8:15 a.m.           
Sunday                  
* fee for class

Group Fitness Class Descriptions

Aquatic Fitness — Coming Soon!

Make a splash on your fitness journey. This program offers two classes to meet your needs. The Calm Waters class will focus on movement and range of motion and will have lower joint impact. The Wild Waters class will provide more intensity and will focus on raising your heart. Try them both out to see which one fits you best.

Lite N' Fit
Want to ease back into weight training? This is a great class for those who want to start a program or maintain their muscle tone. Similar to power pump, but at a softer pace.
Gentle Yoga
A slow flowing yoga class that is welcoming to all. This class uses props and modifications to ensure a safe and comfortable practice. Chair modifications are available. No previous yoga experience necessary.
Spinning®
This indoor cycling workout is a great cardio builder for all fitness levels. Each rider is allowed to adjust their bike tension to make it "their ride." This class allows the new-to-fitness to ride alongside the veteran riders. Try all the different class times to find the perfect match of instructor and class participants.

Personal Training

Interested in personal training sessions? Please email GRMC_WellnessDepartment@unitypoint.org or call (641) 236-2999 with questions.

New Processes and Safety Measures

  • If you are feeling ill, please stay home
  • Childcare is not provided
  • Please bring your own water bottle and yoga mat
  • Limited lockers are available
  • Certain equipment will be unavailable to keep social distancing at a minimum of 6 feet
  • Please clean your equipment before and after each use
  • Increased cleaning measures will be provided
  • Kids under the age of 16 are not allowed at this time
  • No loitering in common spaces

Become a Member

The Paul W. Ahrens Fitness Center is staffed by experts who are always available to provide instructiont and equipped to suit the individual needs of virtually every member. When you join, you'll discover all that we have to offer, including:

  • A highly personalized approach to health and wellness with individual fitness assessments, personal training and wellness coaching.
  • On-site exercise physiologists and certified fitness instructors.
  • Strength training, youth programs and group exercise classes, including water aerobics, Spinning® and boot camp.
  • A comfortable, safe and supportive environment, especially for those with chronic health conditions.
  • Virtual exercise opportunities through our private Facebook group when you are unable to attend a class in person.

Our classes are taught to all levels. We encourage everyone from the newcomer to the veteran to participate.

To join the PWA Fitness Center or inquire about monthly membership fees, please email GRMC_WellnessDepartment@unitypoint.org or call (641) 236-2999.