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 Lovely building with a storied past |
2925 Dean Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55416 United States +1 612 925 8323 http://www.calhounbeachclub.co... |
The history of the Calhoun Beach Club is as diverse as the things it has been used for. The nine-story structure, overlooking magnificent Lake Calhoun, was started in 1928. With only the exterior completed, the Depression caused completion to be delayed about 18 years. Following World War II, the club provided a lively social setting for its members. However, the club fell on financial hard times in the early 1950s and went into bankruptcy. In 1954, the building was converted into a hotel and marketed as the place to have proms, parties, luncheons, banquets and wedding receptions. This proved very successful and the upper floors of the hotel were converted into ritzy apartments only the very wealthy could afford. The second and third floors became home to WTCN TV and Radio studios. During the 1960s the hotel became a home for the elderly and was renamed Calhoun Beach Manor. In 1977, the building was rejuvenated as the stellar sports and social club it was meant to be. Returning to its original name, handball and squash courts were restored, a swimming pool was uncovered and tennis courts, steam rooms, saunas, sunrooms and a jogging track were installed. The lobby was refurbished in the art deco mode and the structure once again glittered. In the late 1980s, the club expanded its facilities to include an aerobics studio, volleyball and basketball courts and the latest in exercise gear. Although the athletic club is private, the facility's meeting and banquet rooms are available to the public. This lovely building is definitely worth a visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Definitely worth a visit |
600 First Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55403 United States +1 612 486 3600 http://www.lifetimefitness.com... |
This homegrown chain has multiple locations across the Twin Cities. Its flagship is the Arena Club, which is definitely worth a visit. The facilities include an Olympic size pool, indoor running track, double basketball court and seemingly endless number of workout machines and free weights. You will also find courts for racquetball, volleyball, badminton, handball, squash and tennis. There is an in-house café and juice bar, and locker room facilities, on-site childcare and massage are offered. Players, coaches and staff members of the Minnesota Timberwolves often work out at the club, which is located below the team's Target Center home. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Activities For All Ages |
2100 White Bear Ave Minneapolis, MN 55109 United States +1 651 249 2100 http://www.maplewoodcommunityc... |
The pride of Maplewood and the envy of the east metro, this facility includes gyms, a weight room, a lap pool and a wading pool (with a slide and fountain), an auditorium, numerous meeting rooms and banquet halls. Many classes and activities are offered, including racquetball, water aerobics, yoga, theater, concerts and basketball. Onsite daycare is subject to closure if no children are registered. Call ahead to register. The snack bar serves hot dogs, nachos, pizza and more, and is open until an hour before closing. Call or check website for rates. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Has something for everyone |
30 South 9th St Minneapolis, MN 55402 United States +1 612 371 8700 http://www.ymcatwincities.org/... info@ymcatwincities.org |
This six-story downtown YMCA branch opened in 1990 to great acclaim, and for good reason. The facility has something for everyone, including an Olympic-size pool, double gymnasium for basketball and volleyball, and an indoor running track with excellent views of downtown Minneapolis. You will find multiple handball and racquetball courts, aerobic exercise rooms and weight training facilities. There is also a small café and juice bar to go along with the convenient skyway location in the LaSalle Plaza complex. The YMCA has 15 Twin City locations, all offering basically the same facilities along with fitness classes and sessions with personal trainers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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