Olympic Athletic Club

Located in a former hotel in the trendy Ballard district, the Olympic Athletic Club is a 24/7 gym opened in 1979. It boasts with friendly and professional staff, spacious and modernly designed training areas and the latest in weight lifting and cardio equipment.

Facilities

The gorgeous design of the Olympic Athletic Club’s interior matches the historical building it’s located in, and its facilities are just as luxurious. The club members have access to their state of the art cardio and weight lifting equipment, two swimming pools, a court for basketball and racquetball, and more than 10 classes. Much as their reception, their restorative zone provides a hotel-like experience, housing steam rooms, saunas, and hot tubs.

Gym Day Passes Available

Although this urban facility matches the design of a five-star lodging, you can access it at an affordable price with the TrainAway day pass. Select the dates when you want to train during your stay in or near Seattle’s Ballard, book your pass through the TrainAway app and show it to the receptionist when you’re ready to hit the gym.

Finding the Gym

Olympic Athletic Club sits between the NW Market Street and Sishole Ave NW. It’s a minute away from the Salmon Bay’s coastline and is easily reached by foot if you’re located anywhere in Ballard. If going by bus, catch the lines 29 or 40 and exit at the Leary Ave NW & NW Vernon Pl bus station, which is just across the street. It’s a perfect gym for the traveler.

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Finding the Gym

Reviews

One of the nicest gyms I’ve ever been to, really an awesome experience!

James, on TrainAway

Really glad I decided to come here during my trip to Seattle, my workout was just like training at home.

Susan, on TrainAway

Such a nice gym that I had no regrets about taking time off from sightseeing to work out.

Mike, on TrainAway

Reviews

One of the nicest gyms I’ve ever been to, really an awesome experience!

James, on TrainAway

Really glad I decided to come here during my trip to Seattle, my workout was just like training at home.

Susan, on TrainAway

Such a nice gym that I had no regrets about taking time off from sightseeing to work out.

Mike, on TrainAway

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Ballard

Located on the northwest waterfront of Seattle, Ballard is a perfect alternative for those who want to get away from the downtown craze. It was established by the Scandinavian immigrants in 1800 and still houses some of the historic warehouses and other buildings. Today they are turned into pubs and local breweries, where you can taste some of their most iconic beers. The Ballard Locks are also one of the hotspots in the neighborhood. There you can see ships navigating towards Puget Sounds as well as the massive salmons fighting their way through the ever-changing currents. A few minutes away, you can check the Nordic Heritage Museum that celebrates the Nordic ancestry of the area, through historic items and family-friendly cultural events.

We all know Seattle as the music center so the rich nightlife of this district is certainly not surprising. Live music can be enjoyed almost every day of the week, in the clubs, bars, and pubs scattered across the whole area. When you’re not exploring the culture or a handicraft drink, you should definitely save some time for shopping. Ballard is packed with local shops, that offer everything from clothes to home decor. Once you’re done with exploring, have dinner at one of the classic neighborhood restaurants, such as the Delancey pizza place or the Brimmer & Heeltap gastropub.

How to find a gym with day pass in Ballard Seattle?

People from Seattle take pride in their fitness culture, and there are unique and versatile gyms in all corners of the city, including the Ballard. One of their legendary gyms is the Olympic Athletic Club, located in a former hotel built at the end of the 19th century. It’s a great option for tourists in the area because you can book an affordable day pass using the TrainAway App. Simply show your pass to the friendly receptionists, and you’re free to use all the gym’s facilities, from their state-of-the-art fitness equipment to the swimming pools and sauna.

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