“This post is sponsored by VillaSport. As always, all opinions are my own.”
Two weeks ago, I got exclusive access to tour VillaSport’s newest athletic club in Cinco Ranch and it was unlike any other gym experience I’ve ever been to. I met the staff, checked out a ton of their classes and services, and left in compete awe of the facility. I quickly learned that VillaSport isn’t just a fitness club, but a truly unique environment that combines fitness, family and community under one roof.
This family-owned business has grown tremendously across the US over the years with Cinco Ranch being their 3rd and newest location in the Greater Houston area. They also have clubs in Cypress as well as The Woodlands, but Cinco Ranch is currently the only one that houses ALL their amenities and boy are there a lot! Today, I’m sharing all the details with you so brace yourselves for a TON of photos and great information. When I say they thought of everything, I mean it. By the end of this post, you’re going to see why VillaSport Cinco Ranch is the ultimate family-friendly gym and the best investment you make this year.
Upon your arrival to VillaSport, you’ll instantly feel right at home. A friendly staff member will help you get checked in and if it’s your first time, they’ll happily direct you on where to go. The facility itself is nothing short of amazing. It boasts a wonderfully spacious layout (over 130,000 square feet to be exact) with plenty of natural light and a cozy lobby on the first floor. They also have a Peet’s Coffee Shop just inside the club that’s open to the public. Here you can order from a wide assortment of refreshment options, made-to-order meals, and freshly prepared to-go meal kits from Eat Fit Go to help keep you on track with your fitness goals. Super convenient, right?
FITNESS FLOOR
On the 2nd floor is where the magic happens. Here, you’ll find the workout floor as well as separate workout rooms. On average, they hold about 115 group classes per week between 4am-10pm Monday-Friday and 6am-10pm on Saturday and Sunday. This is their current group exercise schedule. I participated in a few and share my experiences below. They also offer small group training options as well as 1-on-1 time with their Certified Personal Trainers. Whether it’s formulating a personalized fitness plan, demonstrating how to use a specific machine, or just sharing fitness tips, their trainers are always happy to help.
The layout of VillaSport’s fitness floor is truly impressive! Whether you’re into cardio training, functional workouts, or powerlifting, they have some of the most amazing state-of-the-art equipment right at your fingertips. Here are a few photos of machines I’m excited to try out! The Jacob’s Ladder is such a great conditioning machine that works your entire body and blast more calories compared to other cardio machines. I’d say ‘intense’ would be a good word to describe it!
Then there’s this neat gadget. VillaSport’s GM demonstrated how to use the Power Plate machine to stretch his muscles and it was so cool. What’s more, there are more than 250 customized programs and over 1,000 individual exercises you can do on this one machine alone.
Lastly, VillaSport houses a large gym where you can play basketball, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, pickeball, and enjoy open court. Family events such as movie night and holiday parties are often held here too.
WORKOUT CLASSES
Now, let’s dive into their group classes. Whether you’re wanting a heart-pumping workout or a low-impact session, VillaSport has something for everyone! You can view their full list of fitness programs HERE.
LES MILLS THE TRIP // My absolute favorite class was Les Mills THE TRIP. This exclusive cycling class is only offered at 16 other locations across the US and VillaSport Cinco Ranch gets full access to it. And guys, it’s definitely a trip! For 40 minutes, you fully immerse yourself into a new realm as you journey through digitally-created worlds illustrated across a cinema-scale screen all while blasting some major calories. I felt like I was cycling through some digital video game and it was the most surreal feeling ever.
LES MILLS BODY PUMP // I also tried their Les Mills Body Pump class and wow. What a workout. My heart rate was up the entire time and by the end, my body was shaking. I know this might sound super intimidating especially if you’re a newbie, but I promise anyone can take this class. Just adjust the weight to your own level and take breaks as needed. Plus, the instructors are so motivating and keep you engaged the entire time. Inid was my instructor and she rocked! If you’re wanting a fun and intense full body workout, this group exercise class is a must.
PILATES REFORMER // Where are my avid pilates lovers at? VillaSport also offers this wonderful exercise option in addition to their athletic club membership. You can choose 1-on-1 training with a certified Pilates instructor or purchase one of their small-group training packages. Just call the club to speak with a team member or see if they have any drop-in classes available. If you’re looking to lengthen and strengthen your muscles, increase flexibility, and improve core stability, Pilates Reformer would be a wonderful option.
YOGA // As much as I love my high-intensity workouts, dedicating 1 day a week specifically to muscle recovery, meditation, and mental health is a must for me. I call this day my “active recovery” and yoga has been my go-to activity for that. Upon entering VillaSport’s yoga room, you’ll immediately feel a sense of peace as you make your way past the sitting area into the workout floor. The space is beautifully designed with soaring walls, a copper installed ceiling, and soft lighting all around. Talk about all the Zen vibes! And here’s the great news. Becoming a member at VillaSport Cinco Ranch means you full access to these classes at no additional cost. Namaste, my friends!
LOCKER ROOMS
The locker rooms at VillaSport Cinco Ranch are so spacious and clean. Both the men’s and women’s lockers are equipped with plenty of storage space, toiletries at each vanity, lots of mirrors, and several television lounges for your viewing pleasure. Additionally, the private showers are designed with an attached changing area inside that space so you can actually get dressed in there if you’d like.
For families with children, VillaSport also offers a family locker room conveniently located just to the left of the club entrance. Here, families can prepare for their visit together and cool down afterwards. In additional to the features offered in adult lockers, the family locker room also has private lockers with daily laundry service for a monthly fee. As for the television lounge area, you can find this section stocked with books, toys, and a variety of age-appropriate shows for your little ones to watch. Another convenient feature here is an open shower area where families can do a quick rinse off after enjoying pool time. These small details are exactly the reason why VillaSport Cinco Ranch is the ultimate family-friendly gym.
At then end of each adult locker room awaits a tiny slice of heaven. Welcome to the most tranquil, peaceful room in the entire gym (aside from their spa) – the relaxation room. Here, you can sit back, relax, and decompress to soothing sounds and the most amazing aroma of eucalyptus scents. This space houses the hot tub, sauna room, steam room, and plenty of resort-style lounge chairs for you to use, but beware. It’s so good you might never want to leave. I know I wouldn’t.
VILLAKIDS CENTER
I’ve been to a lot of gyms that provide kid services while parents workout, but nothing will ever compare to VillaKids. Ever. When your child included on your membership, he/she will get access to FIVE (yes, 5!) dedicated rooms to learn, play, and have fun for 2 hours each day.
VillaSport has a great rotation system in place where kids move from one theme-based activity to the next every 30 minutes. The monthly theme-based curriculum is tailored to each age group and is designed to promote social interaction, cooperative play, skill development and learning. That way, they never get bored!
Here is a list of each room:
INDOOR PLAYSCAPE (not pictured): This super fun playscape is the perfect activity for them to climb, crawl, and explore! It’s almost a like an soaring obstacle course packed with tunnels, slides, puzzles, and mazes.
MAIN PLAY AREA: Here, kids can play with toys, build blocks, read books, and pretend play. I love that each section can be easily adjusted to accommodate other age groups if there aren’t an equal number of kids in that area. If you have a baby under 12 months, VillaKids has a special room just for them equipped with cribs, rockers, and play mats. And, should your little one need a diaper change during your visit, a staff member will happily take care of it for you.
CRAFT CENTER: Kids get to work with legos, read books, and do fun arts & crafts in this room. If you’re sending your child here everyday, rest assure they’ll learn something new each day!
MINI GYM: This open space is a smaller version of the adult gym where kids can participate parachute time, play sports, and other fun games led by the instructor.
WORKOUT STUDIO: Whether it’s a dance class, chill yoga session, or sports activity, your child will definitely be movin’ and groovin’ in this studio. This room is packed with great exercise equipment to keep them excited and engaged.
POOL
While at VillaSport Cinco Ranch, you can enjoy all of their 4 resort-style pools. Inside the club, there’s a lap pool as well as a large kiddie pool area that’s perfect for younger kids. The water only goes up to 4 feet deep and includes this fun playscape. Outside, you can find the other 2 pools. To the left is the family pool area which includes a super fun tube slide, olympic-sized lanes to practice your swimming, and the VillaCafe in case you want a bite or refreshing beverage. The 4th pool, located next to the outdoor family pool, is for adults only and includes a bar! Just think – you could drop the kids off at VillaKids, get in a good workout, then spend the rest of your day lounging at the pool. If that isn’t amazing, I don’t know what is.
SPA SERVICES
In true resort-style fashion, VillaSport offers a wide variety of luxurious spa services to all their guests. And guess what? You do NOT have to be a member of the club to visit the spa! In fact, you can get full access to the entire club before/after your visit with the purchase a $50 or more spa service. And, if you have children, they can attend VillaKids while you get pampered at no additional cost. Amazing, right?
Here’s a quick rundown of the services offered at VillaSpa: massages, body treatments, facials and skin care, nail care, waxing, and tanning. They use some of the best products around, including NuFACE, Moroccanoil, Revitalash, and Intraceuticals to name a few. Check out their full list HERE. If you’re looking to book the spa for a private party or a couples package, they can certainly accommodate that. They also have monthly events like Ladies Night at VillaSpa, Massage Express Day, and Manicures with Mommy. Love how they create events to bring the community together!
Whew! I know that was a lot of information to digest, but I really hope I gave you some good insight into all the gym’s amenities and my personal takeaway from the tour. There’s NO way I would have taken the time to write this 2000+ word post if I didn’t love the gym and think it would be such an amazing investment for you AND your family. VillaSport Cinco Ranch truly is the ultimate family-friendly gym and one I could definitely see my family enjoying.
Check out their site HERE to inquire about their current membership specials and tell them I sent you! And if you want to check out the club for the day or week, they have passes for that too. Just call the gym and speak with one of their team members. Thanks so much for reading, loves!
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