Does 24 Hour Fitness Have a Sauna?

Yes — many 24 Hour Fitness locations have saunas, but it depends on the club tier and specific location. 24 Hour Fitness operates three main club types: Active, Sport, and Super Sport. Sauna and steam room availability is primarily found at Sport and Super Sport tier clubs, while entry-level Active locations often lack these amenities.

24 Hour Fitness has over 280 locations across the US, concentrated in California, Nevada, Colorado, Texas, and the Pacific Northwest. If you're in one of these states, your odds of finding a nearby 24 Hour Fitness with a sauna are reasonable — provided you're near a Sport or Super Sport location.

24 Hour Fitness Club Tiers and Sauna Availability

Understanding the club tier system is essential for knowing whether you'll have sauna access:

  • Active: The base tier. Focuses on cardio and weight equipment. Most Active locations do not have sauna or steam room facilities. Membership is the least expensive option.
  • Sport: Mid-tier. Most Sport locations include a dry sauna, steam room, and often a racquetball court. This is the tier where sauna access becomes reliable at 24 Hour Fitness.
  • Super Sport: The premium tier. All Super Sport clubs include sauna, steam, pool, basketball court, and full locker rooms. The most amenity-rich 24 Hour Fitness experience — comparable to Life Time Fitness in facility quality, at a lower price point.

Note: 24 Hour Fitness has undergone significant restructuring since its 2020 bankruptcy. The total number of locations has declined and some club tier classifications have changed. Always verify the current tier and amenity list using the 24 Hour Fitness club finder before joining.

What Type of Sauna Does 24 Hour Fitness Have?

At Sport and Super Sport locations, 24 Hour Fitness typically features a traditional dry-heat sauna (Finnish-style) and a separate steam room, both located in the locker room area. Men's and women's facilities are separate. Sauna capacity varies by location — Super Sport clubs often have larger saunas accommodating 8–12 people.

Infrared saunas are not standard at 24 Hour Fitness locations. Their saunas use traditional electric heaters, which heat the air in the room rather than heating the body directly via infrared radiation. For traditional sauna enthusiasts, this is the preferred setup. For those specifically seeking infrared sauna therapy, a dedicated infrared sauna studio would be a better fit.

24 Hour Fitness Membership Cost and Sauna Access

Membership pricing at 24 Hour Fitness varies by club tier and market:

  • Active locations: $25–35/month — basic gym access, typically no sauna
  • Sport locations: $35–50/month — includes sauna and steam room access at most locations
  • Super Sport locations: $50–80/month — full amenities including sauna, steam, pool, and basketball

Multi-club membership options (allowing access across different tier levels within the network) are available. If you choose a membership that includes access to a Sport or Super Sport club, you can use those facilities even if your home club is a lower tier. This is worth asking about when you join.

Alternatives If Your 24 Hour Fitness Doesn't Have a Sauna

If there's no Sport or Super Sport location near you, or if the one nearby no longer has a working sauna, these alternatives offer reliable sauna access:

  • LA Fitness: The most consistent sauna gym chain in the US. Most locations have a dry sauna and steam room. $35–45/month. See our LA Fitness sauna guide.
  • YMCA: Larger branches often have excellent sauna facilities. Nonprofit pricing with financial assistance available. Day passes typically $10–25. See our YMCA sauna guide.
  • Life Time Fitness / Equinox: Premium chains with top-tier sauna, steam, and sometimes cold plunge. $100–200+/month but exceptional facilities.
  • Korean spa / jjimjilbang: $25–60 day pass. Multiple sauna rooms at different temperatures, plus hot tubs and rest areas. No membership required.
  • Independent sauna studio: Standalone infrared or traditional sauna studios are growing rapidly. Often $20–40/session or $100–150/month unlimited.

See our full sauna finder guide and gyms with saunas directory for more options near you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does every 24 Hour Fitness location have a sauna?
No — sauna availability depends on the club tier. Sport and Super Sport locations typically have sauna and steam room access; Active locations generally do not. Check the specific club's amenity listing on the 24 Hour Fitness website or call ahead before joining.
Does 24 Hour Fitness have a steam room as well as a sauna?
Yes — most Sport and Super Sport locations have both a dry sauna and a separate steam room, located in the men's and women's locker rooms respectively. The quality and size varies by location, with Super Sport clubs offering the best facilities.
Can I use the sauna at any 24 Hour Fitness with my membership?
It depends on your membership tier. Some memberships include access to multiple club types within the network; others restrict you to a single club. Ask about multi-club access options when signing up, particularly if sauna access at a higher-tier club is important to you.
How do I find a gym with a sauna near me?
Use the 24 Hour Fitness club finder and filter for Sport or Super Sport locations. Alternatively, LA Fitness is the most consistently sauna-equipped major gym chain nationwide. See our gyms with saunas near me guide for a full overview.