Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Cincinnati Fitness Destination Since 1976
Beechmont Racquet & Fitness has been a cornerstone of Cincinnati's fitness community since 1976. Our mission is to empower individuals to overcome fitness barriers through personalized training, group classes, and state-of-the-art facilities. With decades of combined experience, our certified trainers and nutritionists create tailored programs that prioritize proper form, injury prevention, and sustainable lifestyle changes. We offer a diverse range of services including strength training, HIIT, aquatic therapy, and racquet sports, catering to all fitness levels.Our community-driven approach fosters motivation through group classes like Boot Camp and SilverSneakers, while our 24/7 amenitiesincluding weight rooms, lap pools, and cardio zonesensure flexibility. We emphasize mental resilience alongside physical growth, with nutrition counseling and recovery-focused services like assisted stretching. Backed by 47 years of local expertise, we combine cutting-edge fitness technology with personalized attention to help members achieve measurable, long-term results.
Services
Personal Training
Group Fitness
Racquet Sports
Aquatic Training
Nutrition Counseling
Stretching Therapy
HIIT Classes
Senior Fitness
Youth Programs
Sports Clinics
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We offer 47 years of Cincinnati fitness expertise with modernized facilities
- Our certified trainers provide personalized programs for measurable results
- We combine strength training with recovery services like assisted stretching
- Our community classes foster motivation through shared fitness journeys
- We guarantee proper form instruction to prevent injuries and maximize gains
What people say
Life-changing trainers
Supportive community
Excellent tennis programs
Effective nutrition plans
Family-friendly environment
Services
Personal Training
Certified trainers create customized fitness plans focusing on proper form and technique. Sessions combine strength training, metabolic conditioning, and injury prevention strategies. Our experts provide accountability through regular progress assessments and motivational support for achieving specific goals like weight loss or muscle gain.
Group Fitness
High-energy classes include HIIT, Boot Camp, and SilverSneakers programs. Small-group settings offer trainer feedback while fostering community motivation. Sessions range from 30-60 minutes with specialized options for seniors, athletes, and beginners using cutting-edge equipment and proven training methodologies.
Racquet Sports
USPTA-certified instructors provide lessons for tennis, pickleball, and racquetball. Facilities include multiple courts and pro shop services. Programs cater to all ages with junior development, adult leagues, and equipment restringing services by experienced professionals with decades of local coaching expertise.
Nutrition Counseling
Licensed dietitians develop personalized nutrition plans for weight management and chronic disease prevention. Services include weekly check-ins and plant-based/athletic nutrition guidance. Our approach focuses on sustainable lifestyle changes rather than restrictive dieting through evidence-based dietary strategies.
Stretching Therapy
PNF-certified specialists deliver assisted stretching sessions targeting individual needs. This technique improves range of motion by relaxing muscle reflexes through controlled elongation. Sessions complement strength training programs by enhancing recovery and reducing injury risk through systematic flexibility improvements.
People
Kellie Kallas
Director of Fitness
With 23+ years in fitness management, Kellie specializes in group instruction and community engagement. She holds certifications in cycling, yoga, and SilverSneakers programming. Her philosophy emphasizes fun workouts that improve overall quality of life through consistent physical activity.
Tammy Rockey
Personal Training Manager
A former gym owner with NASM certifications, Tammy focuses on mindset development and holistic wellness. She created the SmartStart assessment program and emphasizes nutrition education as fundamental to fitness success through her 15+ years of coaching experience.
Curtis Bostic
Strength & Conditioning Coach
This ISSA-certified trainer brings 15+ years coaching collegiate and professional athletes. His expertise includes sport-specific development and martial arts conditioning. Curtis emphasizes mental toughness alongside physical training, having worked with athletes progressing to NCAA and professional levels.
Gwen Gorman
Registered Dietitian
With bachelor's in nutrition and licenses in three states, Gwen specializes in chronic disease management. She combines ServSafe food safety expertise with personalized nutrition counseling to create sustainable dietary changes for clients seeking improved health outcomes.
Geoff Crawford
Tennis Professional
A USPTA Elite Professional with 30+ years at Beechmont, Geoff combines racquet restringing expertise with instruction. As former Midwest doubles #1, he offers technical mastery and equipment knowledge to players of all levels through personalized lessons and clinics.
Questions
What membership options are available?
We offer month-to-month memberships with access to all facilities, group classes, and discounted personal training rates. Special pricing available for seniors and families.
Do you provide childcare services?
Yes, our Kids Center operates daily with varying hours. Holiday schedules are posted in advance with limited weekend availability for member convenience.
Can I try classes before committing?
All first classes are free with our 'Smart Start' assessment. This includes a 3D body scan and personalized fitness evaluation to help determine your ideal workout routine.
What safety certifications do trainers hold?
Our staff maintains current CPR/AED certifications alongside specialty credentials from NASM, ISSA, and USPTA. All trainers complete annual continuing education in their respective fields.
Are there senior-specific programs?
SilverSneakers-certified classes focus on balance, strength, and mobility for seniors. Our 55+ members also enjoy discounted rates and specialized aquatic therapy options.
What racquet sports facilities are available?
We maintain multiple tennis and pickleball courts with pro shop services. Members receive equipment rentals, restringing, and organized league participation opportunities through our USPTA-certified staff.
Reviews (5)
Michelle Johnson
Jul 09, 2021
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I have never been so insulted in a gym. Went to check this place out with a friend (who’s a member) and 20 min into our very casual workout management approached us, asked to speak to him privately and assumed he was training me and that’s not allowed. So because I am overweight they assumed I didn’t know what I was doing. I’ve been lifting since I was 12 and trained for 3 years with Fitworks/crunch trainers. I was completely embarrassed and left. I will NEVER return. Worst management EVER!
Ben Cook
Oct 05, 2020
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Great gym, fantastic equipment Wide choice of classes, and sports such as tennis and basketball Very friendly and nice staff Would definitely recommend
Dennis Camp
Mar 18, 2020
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I like the clean facility with quality equipment and staff to guide you. Great tennis courts as well as Racquet ally. I like doing my hot cold hydrotherapy there. Just wish they had a steam room in the men's locker room. Highly recommended fitness and health facilities
John Eckert
Jan 23, 2020
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Great place to workout #Gauntlet or awsome people to play raquetball ball with. Everything you need in one place.
Gina Kay Muashsher Fries
Dec 24, 2019
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We have members for a very long time! We like it because it’s very convenient to us and comfortable. The staff is very nice. nice remodel job. My husband loves the inside pool and weights. I like the elliptical, treadmill, weights and fitness classes. The club offers many options for all ages. The only drawback that we have we do not like were the cardio movie theater was moved too.
