Does Beacon Health & Fitness offer reduced fees for low-income families?
Membership rates are the same for all three locations. The Elkhart facility does offer a community commons space and class programming open to the public as well as open swim times.
Does Beacon Health & Fitness offer temporary memberships?
Yes! Day Pass-$15 Class Pass-$60 (6 Classes) 2 weeks-$40 1 month-$80 3 months-$210
Does Beacon Health & Fitness have a military discount?
Yes! We offer all active duty service members $100 off the enrollment fee. Proper military identification is required.
How do I apply for a job at Beacon Health & Fitness?
Visit [https://www.beaconhealthsystem.org/careers/job-openings](https://www.beaconhealthsystem.org/careers/job-openings) to see and apply for positions as they become available.
What is the Beacon Best Medicine program?
Beacon Best Medicine is clinical programming for individuals with specific medical conditions or injuries. Participants complete 6-week sessions of specially designed exercise classes and meet with our Fitness staff to track physical improvement. Physician referrals are required to participate in Beacon Best Medicine. Members who come to Beacon Health & Fitness with a physicianÕs referral for our Beacon Best Medicine programs, receive $100 off their enrollment fee.
At what age can children become members of Beacon Health & Fitness?
Children can begin using the fitness facilities at 13-years-of-age, though children 14 and under are allowed youth memberships to the pool in Elkhart.
What are the health benefits of swimming?
Swimming is a great form of exercise for people of all ages and abilities. This low-impact activity provides less stress on your joints while getting your heart rate pumping. Swimming is a full-body workout that builds strength and endurance, tones muscles and helps maintain a healthy weight.
When can I swim?
Pool Hours Monday – Friday 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday – Sunday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
What are the open times of the lap pool?
Our lap pool is available Monday-Friday 5am-9pm; Saturday and Sunday 7am-5pm. Group Fitness classes or pre-scheduled events for Elkhart will limit the availability occasionally.
How much is parking at Beacon Health & Fitness South Bend?
Parking in the Leighton Healthplex parking garage is complimentary to the community for the first two (2) hours of your visit downtown. After two hours, a fee applies.
Do you offer Silver Sneakers?
Beacon Health & Fitness facilities do not accept Silver Sneakers. For those interested in finding a local facility that does accept Silver Sneakers, explore an up-to-date list by visiting [www.silversneakers.com](https://tools.silversneakers.com/)
Where can I swim?
Beacon Health & Fitness members have access to swim at all locations including South Bend, Granger, and Elkhart. We offer swimming pools with state of the art technology and maintenance. Our staff maintain the highest quality in pool water quality and safety. All pools are certified by the Health Department. Both internal and external audits are done regularly on chemical storage/handling, as well as record keeping and compliance with state and local health codes. And for people of all ages learning to swim, we offer swim lessons at Elkhart Health & Aquatics.
What are the open times of the therapy pool?
Our therapy pool is available Monday-Friday 5am-9pm; Saturday and Sunday 7am-5pm. Beacon Best Medicine classes will limit the availability at certain times during the week. Call the Information Desk for more exact availability. Granger: [574-647-8460](tel:+15746478460), South Bend: [574.647.2650](tel:+15746472650), Elkhart: [574.389.5580](tel:+15743895580).
What is the temperature of the pool?
Our pools are generally kept around: Lap pool/82 degrees Therapy pool/92 degrees Spa/102 degrees These may very slightly from time-to-time.
How much does a Beacon Health & Fitness Guest Pass cost?
Guest passes are $15 and allow guests to access the entire club Monday-Friday 5am-9pm and Saturday-Sunday 7am-5pm. Group exercise, pool access, and fitness floor access are all included. Guest passes do not include Elkhart or GrangerÕs 24 hour access.
