Do not sign a two-year contract with them they are nickeling and diving everyone billing will not work with you super snotty people even though they are nice to your face when you walk in. I do not suggest going to this pyramid scheme athletic club and people should know about the fact that they have outrageous fees for everything bad place to do business and sign a two-year contract with. read more

Love the Aqua Zumba classes every Saturday morning. Crystal has a great music selection and lots of fun moves to keep your heart pumping! A super way to start your day get lots of steps in while moving to rocking tunes! read more

Awesome outdoor pool and slides for kids! Bar area for adults. Tons of chairs. My 5 year old and I had a blast. read more

Not a member here, but tried out the Dolphin Cove waterpark for a Labor Day weekend day with my 3 kids and they loved it! I appreciate the different areas and attractions for kids of different sizes/ages, there is enough to do for everyone. Pool was clean, snacks and drinks were tasty and employees we're friendly.. Be sure to bring your own floaties or life jackets as they don't have any available to borrow or rent! read more

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Not very happy that they do not monitor adult outdoor pool closer. One day this week a couple were vaping and had their own bluetooth speaker blasting their music over the club music. Today there were 4 kids in the adult pool. Another day there were 12-14 year olds taking up 4 chairs. Several workers just cruise by the pool to other areas and never look at what is going on in adult area. An adult needs to walk through the area every hour. i would not expect a 14 y/o sweeper to police the area. read more

I have mixed feelings about the SPAC. The indoor pools are great for kids in winter to get out and have fun, exercise and swim. The swimming lessons here are excellent. The gym seems to be always busy and sometimes difficult to get the machine you want. It would be great if the other fitness area which is 24/7 be open to full members without additional cost. Parking, yes parking...that can be a nightmare. When you want to stop off for a quick workout and its a 5min walk each way to your car or when your dragging kids through masses of cars. This would have been better to have been built in an open area north to allow for better parking and expansion capabilities. The outdoor pools can be great fun for kids with all of the slides, rock wall, zip line, lazy river and leap frog. The downside....the lines for the water slides can be very long, the kids pool is horrible when there are so many people you can just stand there and not move or you will bump into someone. The hours in the outside pool area need the option to extend a few hours if its warm enough. Theres nothing like it being 90s, sunny and they close the pools down. read more

Four years as a member and fhings only get better. The owners know me and my family by name, equipment is constantly being updated and the gym is spotless. Worth every penny year round. read more

I have volleyball league here so I can't speak for the gym. They have two volleyball courts, just letting you know because most people probably can't find their way here. Let me preface. the PAC has been around forever. Since opening they have done some major remodels. But they've run out of room and can't build up, what's the solution? Tack on additions to existing hallways. To get to the volleyball courts, you have to enter the coffee shop, past the weights room, through the bar, down the hallway of the racquetball courts, up the stairs and voila. They don't need a map on their website to get to their physical address, they need a map of the building. Did Sarah Winchester design the layout? Seriously... read more

Let me preface: I am upset. I just found out that there is a very steep cancellation policy for my one year gold cove membership that I am trying to get out of early. My family is moving out of Madison to Michigan for job related reasons, and as a result we cannot go to this gym any longer. The management staff was singularly unhelpful with providing an easy way to break from the contract other than paying 3 months of membership (300$ and a cancellation fee of $75). I strongly urge future customers to be very wary of doing contracts at this place because their cancellation policy is draconian. read more

I can say this place has really changed my life. When I first joined I mostly did it so our kids could go to the waterpark. Which we went to almost every day last summer. The kids all loved the slides and lazy river. I have kids that are in different age groups (pre-teen, school age, and toddler) and everyone found stuff to do. The gym its has a lot of options in how to work out. I started out just using the ellipticals and weights. And then I gained the courage to try some of the classes. Now I am hooked. I do classes 3-4 days a week. The instructors are very knowledgeable and do a great job motivating you. They remember you and do a good job of making you feel part of a group. The daycare is phenomenal. My youngest goes with me most days to the gym and runs in their smiling and ready to play. They all remember her name and do a great job of getting her settled if we are having a rough time dropping off. I do have to say the lay out is less than ideal with machines kind of scattered and hidden in little corners. I know some of the other members say they enjoy this, I would prefer it to not be so disjointed, but if that's my biggest complaint, then they are doing ok:) read more

I've belonged to this place for a couple of years now. Before that I went to the Sun Prairie YMCA and before that the east side Princeton Club (we lived on the east side and then moved to Sun Prairie). I like this place. The locker room is clean enough, the front desk staff are fast to check me in, and the 'waterpark' part (of which we are very new members) is fine. I nearly always bring at least one child when I come, and the nursery staff are mostly a great bunch. My older kids are taking part of the summer daycamps, and everyone I've dealt with for that has been great. I've never eaten in the restaurant and so have nothing to add there. Mostly I use the cardio equipment upstairs (they have bikes, ellipticals, and stair climbers, but I'm all about the treadmills). Nearly all the cardio equipment has its own little tv set. I haven't taken any classes so far, though I'm eyeing the Zumba (pray for me) and the yoga. I'm intimidated by the Spinning classes but may yet grow a spine. They seem to have a lot of different classes. They own the hockey place across the street (a new one coming up by the high school) and my understanding is that it will be razed and more parking added. I don't think the parking situation is terrible now, but I try very hard to go during non-peak hours (I am lucky to have a choice most days). read more

Best gym in the area. I have been a member of 3 different gyms in the Madison area and none have impressed me like Prairie Athletic Club. The facilities are clean, staff is friendly and efficient, and they have great equipment! I love the different workout areas - there are several rooms with cardio and weights equipment so you can find your favorite spot, or rotate through them all of a change of scenery. There are several pools, both indoor and out, saunas in the locker rooms, and a hot tub. The group fitness classes are offered at several times throughout the day, so it's easy to find a class & time that fit your schedule. Classes are only included with the most expensive membership, but it is so worth it. The membership is very affordable, especially compared to other gyms that I've tried where you get much less for almost the same price. read more

We have had a family membership at the PAC since March 2017 and we love it. There is literally everything you could ask for at the club - workout machines, great classes, hot yoga, crossfit, awesome outdoor pool/waterpark for my kids (ages 4 and 7), coffee shop, bar, restaurant, massage, plus more. They also offer extra classes for the kids to take - soccer, flag football, dance.... and they have a day camp for when the kids have school off, which we utilize. I love that the daycare is included with our membership. Sometimes the hubby and I just put the kids in the daycare and they go on a mini-date at the restaurant/bar :) The prices are a little spendy, but for how much I utilize the club, it's worth it to me. Also, a lot of people are complaining about the busy parking lot. Yes, it can be full and you may have to walk, but you are there to exercise..... They layout is a bit disjointed, but once I learned my way around, which happened quickly, then it really wasn't a problem. The staff is great. They are always friendly and always greet you by name. I really love the PAC and I would encourage people to join. If you're going to go, it's worth every penny! read more

PAC is a great gym, and the people are not snooty at all. You have all the equipment you'd ever want. The parking lot is a nightmare, but even when it's full the place is so big that you'll get the workout you want without waiting. UNLESS you're after the basketball courts or indoor soccer field, those seem to always be either booked out or tough to get time on. The classes are a good. The staff is amazing. And the amenities are top-notch. Some classes you have to pay for, and the prices for those are beyond steep. Just insane, really, but it is hard to be so upset about that when even the stuff that comes with the low membership level is hands down better than anything in the area. read more

I love hot yoga a Prairie Athletic Club. It's the best! The instructors are very nice.

Really amazing health club here in Sun Prairie. Has everything you'd ever need; weight equipment, cardio, swimming pools, basketball courts, a ton of exercise class offerings and the best part is their outdoor water park for families in the summer. The staff is very friendly here. They also have brand new weight equipment and locker rooms. read more

They finally got the new ellipticals working correctly but the FOX Channel has no audio. The new edition is nicely done.

Lots of options here. Free weights, cables, hammerstrength and lots more for resistance training. Plenty of cardio machines. Also has indoor/outdoor pools, racketball courts, basketball/volleyball, turf space and a CrossFit gym. Pretty much anything you could want in a gym read more

I was a member at this club for 5 years. So I have a lot to say, but not nearly enough Yelp space in which to do it, so I shall do my best to summarize. Pros 1. Three indoor swimming pools + two jacuzzis 2. Lots and lots of cardio equipment + 4 different weight areas 3. Indoor soccer field, track, basketball courts, and racquetball courts 4. Lots of classes - aerobics, swimming, spinning, etc 5. Outdoor pools with waterpark 6. Childcare Cons 1. Expensive membership with required 2 year contract 2. You only have access to all the things listed above under the Pros section if you have the Gold Cove membership, which is the most expensive package. Regardless of having the most expensive membership, you still have to pay extra for most of the classes. 3. If you have anything less than the Gold Cove membership, there is one older woman at the front desk, as you check in, who will look at you like you're trying to steal the tanning bed she lives in. However, there is also a younger one with long, dark hair, who is more of an equal opportunity offender. She'll treat you like crap, no matter what your status. 4. If you don't have Gold Cove forget about going to the waterpark, unless you want to pay 23 dollars per person to get in. 5. Do not, I repeat, DO NOT bring in any of your own food. If they catch you anywhere in the facility with so much as a pretzel stick, they will go off on you, thusly informing you that you can only consume food and beverages purchased at THEIR lounge/bar/crappy food place. Because you know, you might be trying to smuggle in crack cocaine with your pretzels. 6. Lounge/bar area serves you the crappiest, overpriced food you can find. I don't know about the bar because I didn't go to a health club to drink. 7. Parking is a nightmare, especially in the mornings, and right around the time people are coming home from work. While that is to be expected, the countless number of SUVs and big pick ups with something to prove, stalking people as they head to their vehicles makes for a dangerously crowded, and highly annoying situation. There you have it. Nice club, with nice amenities, just be prepared to part with your money, and deal with a few annoying aspects. read more

The most family oriented work out place in town. We love the indoor family and warm water pools. The nursery staff is excellent. I like that when we come in to drop the kids off at the nursery, they greet us by our first names. I love the infrared sauna they recently put in. One advice I would give to people who are considering of joining is that you don't have to get the most exclusive membership like gold cove, if you are only going to work out on the machines. We have gold cove, the most expensive membership which allows you to have exclusive access to outdoor water park during summer and most of the group fitness classes offered in the club but we hardly go to group fitness class and hardly go to outdoor water park. The water temperature is still cold even it is 80 degrees out. This past summer, we went to the outdoor water park maybe two- three times the most and stayed out no more than half hour. So, it really isn't worth to have a gold cove unless you know you are looking for specific classes with GC membership. The parking and getting the machine to work out can be a problematic during winter months between 4:30-7:00PM. Sometime, you may have to wait 15-20 minutes for the machine to free. If that's the case, you can go sit in the sauna until some people leave. So, I would suggest go there early in the morning or late in the evening but then if you are bringing along your little ones you run into problems with daycare after nursery is closed. They have a restaurant that offers supposedly healthier food but we never had any luck with the food there. The taste is okay and price is a little bit on the high end for the amount you get. read more

UNSUPERVISED KIDS!! The signs tell parents to watch their kids, but I haven't been there ONCE when there weren't children running about the cycle & elliptical machines playing tag or something. Most machines are par for the course. Some are a bit outdated. They don't have personal tv's on each machine like some clubs, but they do have a group of tv's you can tune into while working out using your headset. You can't go into the sauna unless you are wearing a swimsuit (not just a towel). It's not the worst place I've ever seen; the environment just didn't really fit my expectations as a single, professional. read more

Let me start off by saying that you get what you pay for at this facility. Are there cheaper places? Absolutely. However, one really neat thing about this gym is that this reward loyalty- if you stay with them, your rate is locked in and will never change unless you add or upgrade to it. They are constantly building on to it. In fact, we joined in May and they are just now finishing up another addition. They have a huge selection of group classes at all different times. They have multiple polls, indoor and out. And let's not forget the water park! Who doesn't love that? Plus, it gives me something fun to do when I babysit. :) The equipment is all in great shape and veg updated. All Of the cardio equipment has a personal tv. They play background Music, but not loudly so you can actually hear your own. I love that this have an indoor track, it's a must for me as I get bored on treadmills. The Locker rooms and showers are nice. The staff is always friendly. For those with kids, they have a daycare for while they workout. Also, they have a bar/restaurant that serves good food. So far I've had protein shakes and a salad, all of which were good. read more

Could update locker rooms. Pretty descent place I'd say a tie between this and Princeton about the same price too. Not a lot of basketball played here but I've only been a member for a couple months. read more

Pretty nice facility. The membership is kind of expensive but worth it during summer months. It's always nice taking kids to the Dolphin's Cove. The gym itself is really big! They have a nice area to grab some grub before or after a workout. Really good facility for kids. Nice and clean. Equipment is in pretty good shape. Just wish it wasn't so expensive. Childcare is really nice. I would highly recommend if you don't mind the membership cost. read more

Looking for a club that cares about its members this is the place. My wife and I left our car keys at the club. Pete the owner watched video surveillance with us for over 20 minutes and determined the keys were taken by a employee for safe keeping. All of the employees at the check in desks greet you with a smile and warm welcome. read more

I never belonged to another gym. It's a solid place to work out. You can get involved or stay solo and no one mind. The staff is very nice. read more

If you want to sweat, exercise, and have fun they have it all. They have free weights, universal machines, treadmills, stair climbers, elliptical machines, bikes, a running track, basketball courts, volleyball courts, an indoor soccer field, an indoor pool and outdoor water park, aerobic classes, massage services, personal trainers, racquetball courts, a conference room, a full service bar, a flat grill menu, and probably much more. read more

i was a remember here for a yr or so i decided to cancel my membership for the following reasons: #1--Parking is a nightmare esp in the early am #2--The Floor plan is a mess and too broke up for me #3--Lack of Tv Stations #4--Reception seemed too snarky for me in the long run they were costing me more than Princeton Club East(who I went back to) and love it...esp open 24/7. In and Out before the crowd starts coming in and prices are now cheaper than PAC and include everything(pool,Sauna,Hot Tub) those are extra $$ at PAC on top of your membership read more

I took my toddler here for their open gym to try it out. All of their equipment (inflatable houses, toys, etc.) had that extremely disgusting sticky/slimy feeling that comes from being touched by tons of kiddos and not being cleaned very often. We went early on a morning weekday, and the place was absolutely dead (only 2 other kids in the entire facility), so it wasn't from kids playing on it that day. We didn't stay long, because it was just so gross/unsanitary. The very next day, my toddler came down with a stomach virus and spent the next 24 hours repeatedly vomiting. Please, do yourself a favor and forgo this place. The hour or two of your kiddos having some fun/entertainment playing in this disgusting environment isn't worth the germs/yuck they'll pick up here. read more

Awesome club! A little expensive for my taste now. . . maybe after we are done paying for daycare.