Palestra Fitness Center
Williams Club members have free access to state-of-the-art fitness equipment in the Palestra Fitness Center provided by the Penn Club along with special privileges to golf and squash facilities provided by other clubs. With a picturesque 13th floor terrace overlooking midtown Manhattan, the Palestra Fitness Center is a great place to achieve fitness goals and have a spot to cool down and work.
For additional charge, members also have the opportunity to meet with a personal trainer for fitness consultation, nutritional counseling, and weight-loss programs. In addition, spa and massage therapy services are available for members that include aromatherapy, reflexology, sports/deep tissue massage, shiatsu, and Swedish massage. Laundry and locker rentals are available for members. Please feel free to contact the Williams Club in regards to rates and pricing.
Summer Membership
For full-time Williams or affiliate school students under age 21, membership is available solely for the Palestra Fitness Center for a flat cost of $150 plus sales tax. Membership is from May 1st to August 31st and access is limited to the facilities and locker rooms. To apply, please download and complete the Palestra Summer Membership Application and email this to dale@williamsclub.org.
Facilities
Equipment
Cybex weight training machines
Free weights
State-of-the-art treadmills, all equipped with individual televisions and personal remotes
Upright & recumbent lifecycles
Concept II rower
Stairmasters
Nordic Track skier
Precor Elliptical Trainers
Exercise room for classes (e.g. yoga, spin, etc.)
Weight scale
Amenities
Gift shop
Outdoor terrace
Complimentary use of towels
Complimentary toiletries (e.g. body wash, shampoo, conditioner, hairspray, comb, Q-tips, cotton balls, anti-perspirant, hand lotion, mouthwash)
Complimentary daily locker use
Laundry and yearly locker rentals
Hairdryer
AED (automated external defibrillator)
Staff certification in CPR
Post-workout refreshments available for purchase