The annual Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards seeks to gather the opinions of local parents on everything family-friendly in the region. Our readers and online followers voted for their favorite businesses, attractions, family services and more.
Here are the winner and finalists in the “Best place for family-friendly fitness” category.
Click here to view winners and finalists in all 26 categories.
Winner: YMCA
With dozens of locations in the region, the YMCA’s fitness facilities, swimming pools, camps, programming and more are convenient and close to home. At every age and every level of activity, you’ll find people just like you looking to live a little bit healthier. Members and program participants often cite the support and enthusiasm of fellow participants and staff as some of the key factors in their achievement of greater well-being.
ymca.net
Finalists:
Adrenaline Monkey
People of all ages and fitness levels can get in a good workout at Adrenaline Monkey, located in Warrensville Heights. A two- or three-hour Adventure Pass grants access to the heart-pumping ninja courses, parkour-inspired courses, aerial ropes and rock climbing walls.
adrenalinemonkeyfun.com
Lifetime Fitness
With a location in Beachwood, this fitness facility is more than a gym — it’s a luxury athletic resort. You’ll find indoor and outdoor pools, group fitness studios, dedicated kids spaces, a cafe and more.
lifetime.life
Mandel JCC
The Mandel JCC, located in Beachwood, offers a comprehensive approach to fitness, with classes, weights, cardio equipment, pilates and yoga studios, an indoor track, racquetball courts, and a gymnasium. It also offers on-staff trainers, plus massages, whirlpools, steam rooms and saunas.
mandeljcc.org