Gym Facilities & Amenities

EXPLORE OUR GEM OF A GYM

Castle Hill Fitness is a locally-owned gym and spa that has been helping Austinites feel their very best since 2002! Located in downtown Austin on 12th St. & N. Lamar Blvd., our gym facilities consist of 21,000 square feet of uniquely designed spaces dedicated to your wellbeing. (There's more to our building than meets the eye!) Among our spaces, you'll find:

• A large weight room floor
• Outdoor workout space
• 2 functional mobility spaces
• 2 cardio halls
• Crossfit-style Arena
• Pilates Studio
• 6 classrooms for weekly classes, including yoga, Pilates, strength, cycling, barre, and more
• Spa with 4 treatment rooms
• 2 Infrared Saunas
• Acupuncture Room
• ...and more!

We're more than just a place to work out — we've considered every aspect of your health and wellness. From our specialized strength and cardio equipment, props, group exercise formats, and personalized services, everything you need to feel your best is right here. We offer a well-rounded variety of Personal Training, Spa, and Integrative Wellness services with experienced professionals to support you, no matter your goals.

KEYLESS LOCKERS AND LOCKER ROOMS

The locker rooms at Castle Hill Fitness are in the heart of the building and provide all that you need to get ready for the next big thing. Complimentary shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are available in the showers, as well as grooming toiletries and hair dryers on the vanity and counter spaces. An infrared sauna is located in each of the locker rooms - click here to learn more.

TOWEL SERVICE

Complimentary towel service is included with each visit. Small sweat towels are available all throughout our facilities, and large bath towels for showering are provided inside the locker rooms. Leave your soiled towels in receptacles in the locker rooms or at the exit on your way out. We launder our towels and spa linens onsite with dye-free and environmentally friendly detergents.

COMPLIMENTARY WI-FI

Free wi-fi is available for all patrons of Castle Hill Fitness. Plug in your headphones and stream your own tunes for your workout! We also have a lounge area in our Lobby if you need somewhere to sit and get some work done.

LOBBY SHOP

Located in the front of our gym, our Lobby Shop is complete with pre- and post-workout snacks, CHF-branded merch such as T-shirts and hats, and premium skin care products.

FREE PARKING

On-site parking is available in our front and back lots, as well as rooftop parking. Rooftop parking is accessible by the ramp on the right side of the building along 12th Street.

Castle Hill Fitness has two TheraSauna Far Infrared saunas, one in each of the locker rooms. There are many reasons to include the Infrared sauna in your wellness routine, and in this section, we will highlight a few benefits and how to use the sauna.

Infrared sauna access is included for gym members, and day passes are also available for a la carte visits.

TOP 5 REASONS TO USE THE INFRARED SAUNA

• Removes heavy metal toxins. Infrared saunas are recognized by health practitioners worldwide as an effective method to remove both chemical and heavy metal toxins from the body. The Infrared detoxifies heavy metals such as mercury, aluminum, and other environmental toxins that conventional heat or steam saunas do not remove.
• Helps with aches and pains. Infrared saunas can alleviate aches and pains from sprains, bursitis, rheumatism, muscle spasms, neuralgia, and hemorrhoids. They have also been shown to relieve acne, eczema, psoriasis, burns, and allergies. Note: Never step into a sauna if you have a fever.
• Uses less electricity. Infrared saunas require 90% less electrical energy than conventional saunas, and no plumbing is required with a Far Infrared sauna. This supports the Castle Hill Green Initiatives.
• Train like an astronaut! NASA uses Infrared therapy to help maintain the fitness levels of its astronauts in weightless environments. You will literally be training for space travel.

WHAT IS AN INFRARED SAUNA, AND HOW IS IT DIFFERENT FROM A TRADITIONAL SAUNA?

As the name suggests, an infrared sauna uses Infrared radiation. Infrared is a safe type of heat (hospitals use infrared to warm newborn infants) that penetrates more deeply into body tissues at a lower temperature than a traditional sauna. Lower ambient temperature allows the user to remain in the Infrared sauna longer without overheating. When Infrared energy enters the body, it causes the body temperature to increase and the body to perspire. You can relax in an infrared sauna, and it will never cause your skin to burn. Infrared heat is completely healthy and safe for all living things.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF AN INFRARED SAUNA?

In addition to the benefits listed above, Infrared heat can also help relax your mood and muscles, and improve your metabolism, all of which lead to an overall feeling of wellness.

HOW LONG SHOULD I USE THE SAUNA? 

The initial length of recommended use is 10-15 minutes per session, gradually increasing the amount of heat and sauna time as your body adapts through repeated visits. The infrared sauna has a maximum temperature setting of 140F, and the heaters will cycle on/off. This is a normal function of the infrared sauna.

HOW TO USE THE SAUNA

• Grab a Towel. Towels are available inside the locker rooms.
• Rinse Off. Please rinse off in the shower before entering the sauna.
• No Clothes or Shoes. Clothes, socks, and shoes are not permitted in the sauna. A towel may be brought in to sit on or for modesty.
• Leave Your Phone Behind. The high heat will damage phone batteries. Please, no cell phone calls or audible devices in the sauna. Absolutely no recording.
• Make an Entrance. The sauna is on a timer to save energy. We recommend setting the timer before your workout so that it is preheated. To maintain the temperature, please keep the door closed at all times.
• Enjoy! The infrared saunas are in a tight, shared space. We welcome all to be courteous and kind if the sauna is in use. As you exit the room, please remove all towels and belongings.