🏋️‍♀️ Texas Gym Showdown: Crunch vs. LA Fitness vs. VillaSport vs. Life Time

Nara Anholete | Natural Living

Looking to crush your fitness goals in Texas? I’ve compared four popular gyms—Crunch Fitness, LA Fitness, VillaSport, and Life Time—based on price, amenities, and overall vibe. Whether you’re all about luxury, family-friendly features, or budget-conscious gains, there’s a gym here for you.

💪 Crunch Fitness: Affordable and Energetic

💰 Membership Cost: Starting at $9.99/month (Base), $22.99 (Peak), $29.99 (Peak Results)

🔥 Amenities:

  • Cardio & strength equipment
  • Group classes (HIIT, Zumba, yoga)
  • HydroMassage, red light therapy, tanning (Peak Results)
  • Some locations offer child care
  • Sauna availability varies by location (e.g., Cedar Park has saunas; Cypress does not)

👟 Ideal For: Budget-conscious gym-goers who love a high-energy vibe without breaking the bank.

✨My tip: Kobey dancing class is a blast, super energetic and great calorie burner.

🏋️ LA Fitness: Accessible Fitness with Essential Perks

💰 Membership Cost: Around $29.99/month, depending on the location and plan

🔥 Amenities:

  • Group classes, weight room, cardio area
  • Indoor lap pool
  • Whirlpool spa and sauna
  • Showers with shampoo/conditioner
  • Towel service available (at select gyms)

👟 Ideal For: Those who want a classic gym experience with solid amenities at a fair price.

🏊 VillaSport: Family-Friendly with Premium Extras

💰 Membership Cost: Around $69/month for individuals, $129/month for families

🔥 Amenities:

  • Indoor/outdoor pools with slides
  • Group classes and child care
  • Indoor & outdoor whirlpools
  • Saunas and steam rooms
  • Lounge café
  • Complimentary towels, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant
  • Full-service spa and salon (services like massage are extra)

👟 Ideal For: Families and social gym-goers who value variety and amenities in a clean, upscale environment.

✨My tip: I love the fact that the outdoor pool and whirlpool are always available, the saunas are super clean, and they serve cold towels. The cycling class “The Trip” is seriously amazing. They also offer Pickleball classes and teams.

🏆 Life Time: The All-Inclusive Wellness Resort

💰 Membership Cost: Starting at $149/month (Standard), $179/month (Signature)

🔥 Amenities:

  • Cutting-edge fitness equipment
  • Group classes: yoga, cycling, strength
  • Indoor/outdoor pools and whirlpools
  • Cedarwood saunas and eucalyptus steam rooms
  • Climbing wall, basketball, racquet sports
  • Child care services
  • Luxurious locker rooms with towels, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant
  • Recovery Amenities:
    • HydroMassage chairs: Dry massage chairs using high-pressure water jets to relieve muscle tension.
    • CryoLounge+ chairs: Combine cold and heat therapy for targeted muscle recovery.
    • RelaxSpace Wellness Pods: Multi-sensory experience for stress reduction.
  • Chiropractic Services:

👟 Ideal For: Those who see fitness as a lifestyle and want everything under one luxurious roof.

✨My tip: Some locations include 💦cold plunge pools at over 70 of its athletic country clubs across the U.S., with the rollout expected to be completed by summer 2025. I have tried once and found it amazing. These cold plunge pools are part of the saunas, steam rooms, and whirlpools.

🎽 My Go-To Fitness Gear

These items keep me motivated, stylish, and on track for the gym:

Note: These are affiliate links. I earn a small commission if you make a purchase—thank you for supporting the blog!

🧠 Final Thoughts: Pick the Gym That Fits You

There’s no single “best” gym—it’s about what matches your lifestyle:

  • 💎 Go premium? → Life Time
  • 👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly fun? → VillaSport
  • 💼 Affordable and reliable? → LA Fitness
  • 🔥 Budget and hype? → Crunch Fitness

⚡Your perfect gym is out there—pick the one that moves you and let’s crush those goals together!

🎯Remember: Great workouts start with the right tools. Check out what I use above and be ready!

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Published by Nara Anholete | Natural Living

Welcome to My Corner of Wellness I’m Nara, passionate about embracing a natural lifestyle to promote overall wellness. I believe in the healing power of nature and the importance of simple, mindful practices like walking in nature, breathing fresh air, soaking up the sunlight, staying hydrated, and eating whole, unprocessed foods to help prevent illness and live longer. Fitness plays a huge role in my life. Whether it’s hitting the gym, burning calories, or challenging myself to walk 10,000 steps daily, I share my journey to inspire others to stay active and healthy. I firmly believe that a positive and curious mindset is key to overcoming life's obstacles—it's about staying motivated, never letting negativity take hold, and constantly learning and growing through reading, sharing experiences, and nurturing relationships. As a Brazilian, I’m a huge fan of strong coffee (because who doesn’t need that energy boost?) and I sometimes like to get creative in the kitchen, preparing healthy meals. But above all, I love connecting with others, helping people live their best lives, and sharing the knowledge I’ve gathered along the way. With a Bachelor's in Accounting and a Master’s in Business Administration, my professional background complements my wellness journey, and as an Amazon Associate, I’ve curated a selection of products to help you along your own path to better health. Join me on this journey; let’s thrive together. Don’t forget to check out my shop on Linktree and Instagram for some of my favorite finds.

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