How Much Does the Wisconsin Athletic Club Cost?

Last Updated on March 27, 2023
Written by CPA Alec Pow | Content Reviewed by CFA Alexander Popinker

Wisconsin Athletic Club was founded in 1976 and is the most respected and largest privately-owned athletic club in the Wisconsin area. They have locations in Brookfield, West Allis, Menomonee Falls, Greenfield, the North Shore, Downtown, Waukesha, and Wauwatosa.

The mission of this club is to make fitness both fun and valuable for its members, with a large variety of programs and classes for all levels and convenient hours.

How Much Does the Wisconsin Athletic Club Membership Cost?

The cost of the Wisconsin Athletic Club membership is influenced by some factors such as the current promotion and the location. Expect to pay anywhere between $60 and $85 for the one-time initiation fee, while the monthly costs would be anywhere between $55 and $80.

In the table below you will find the average costs of different types of Wisconsin Athletic Club memberships.

Note: The membership rates presented in the table above are just some estimates and the actual price of a WAC membership will vary based on several factors, so for an accurate cost you should contact the club directly.

You might also like our articles on the cost of membership at the Atlanta Athletic Club, New York Athletic Club, or Detroit Athletic Club.

In case you don’t want to invest in full membership, you can pay a daily guest fee which is around $25. In order to qualify for this type of pass, as a guest, you must be at least 18 years old, provide a valid ID and photo before entry into the club, and live within the five-county Milwaukee area.

According to the members of the Yelp online forum, the average cost of the Wisconsin Athletic Club is anywhere between $55 and $80 per month.

On the other hand, in a Biz Journals article, it is stated that the cost of a Wisconsin Athletic Club adult membership would be anywhere between $60 and $70 per month.

Wisconsin Athletic Club details

Wisconsin Athletic Club memberships have no contract attached as they are on a month-to-month basis. As a member, you will have access to all seven club locations in the Milwaukee area, including the 24-hour location from West Allis.

All seven Wisconsin Athletic Club locations offer more than 650 group fitness classes per week, as well as personal training in professional gyms packed with premium equipment. These classes are supervised by certified instructors and you can choose between different types of exercises like cardio, senior, dance, prenatal, strength, kids’ fitness, kickboxing, stretching, indoor cycling, conditioning, step, or water.

Also, WAC offers pickleball, racquetball, indoor soccer, squash, badminton, handball, basketball, and other sports options.

All the locations, except for the WAC Downtown location offer lap pools, swimming, and aquatic workouts. Regardless of your age or level, swim lessons are available for everyone.

The massage therapy sessions are available for both members and non-members of the Wisconsin Athletic Club. Some of the massage options include partner massages, Swedish massages, pre-event massages, hot stone massages, senior massages, and pre/postnatal massages.

Those who are interested in improving their health can take advantage of the health clubs, nutrition programs, consultations, recipes, and seminars available at Wisconsin Athletic Club.

Current and incoming members can benefit from the personalized and individual training programs.

What are the extra costs?

In case you want to sign up for private personal fitness training sessions you should take into consideration that these come at an extra cost. According to the members, the average cost of a 45-minute private session is more than $45. This price is influenced by the number of sessions you buy in bulk and the type of sessions (group or private).

Also, certain group sessions and advanced training may come at an additional cost. Be prepared to pay anywhere between $45 and more than $55 for seven weeks of training.

In case childcare is not included in the membership, you will have to pay additional fees for this. Expect to pay around $20 per month for two hours of daily care.

At some locations, you may have to pay parking fees, which would be around $5 if you have a voucher.

Also, at some locations, unlimited tanning is available, which would cost around $20 per month.

How can I save money?

You can take advantage of the complimentary trial membership for one week, which is available to potential member applicants. Every guest is allowed one complimentary pass per year. You should check this information online or call the club directly.

Another way to save money with this membership is through your employer. See if they offer any discounted membership plans for its employees.