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Life Time Opens Its First Athletic Country Club of 2026 in Cary, NC

In a major move to expand its footprint in the health and wellness sector, Life Time has inaugurated its newest athletic country club in Cary, North Carolina. This marks the company's fourth facility in the Raleigh-Cary area and reflects the growing demand for premium health-oriented environments.

A New Era of Wellness

Scheduled to operate from February 2026, the Life Time Alston Town Center spans an impressive 92,000 square feet and has been strategically developed to cater to the holistic health and fitness needs of the local community. Given Cary's rapid population growth and robust economic indicators, Life Time is well-positioned to capitalize on the region’s vibrancy.

Life Time's Founder, Bahram Akradi, emphasized the company’s ambition to support healthy living through this new facility. He stated, “Cary and the greater Triangle region are ideal locations for us, given their strong educational institutions, a thriving workforce, and rapid growth.”

State-of-the-Art Amenities

The new athletic country club is designed not just as a gym, but rather as a comprehensive wellness destination. It features:

• - Outdoor Pool Deck: A resort-style pool area with leisure and lap pools, waterslides, and a bar.
• - Intensive Fitness Spaces: Hundreds of strength and cardio equipment, as well as professional personal trainers available to guide members.
• - Specialized Studios: Spaces dedicated to various fitness classes, including pilates, circuit training, and yoga, all led by certified instructors.
• - Recovery Facilities: Wellness integration with LifeClinic chiropractic care, stress relief therapies, metabolic testing, and personalized nutrition coaching.
• - Pickleball Courts: Nine courts for enthusiasts, offering indoor climate-controlled options and outdoor settings for matches and activities.
• - Family-Friendly Services: A Kids Academy providing programming for children, along with spacious family dressing rooms.
• - Catering Services: LifeCafe will serve healthy meals, smoothies, and refreshments.

This wide array of amenities underlines Life Time's commitment to holistic health, catering to every age and fitness level.

Community Impact and Future Plans

The opening aligns with the increasing focus on wellness as a lifestyle choice, with the global wellness economy valued at a staggering $6.8 trillion. Life Time's approach includes integrating fitness and recovery into everyday life, allowing members to adopt healthier habits seamlessly.

The company is also busy preparing for future investments in the area, including a mixed-use development at The Exchange Raleigh. This will encompass another athletic country club, a rooftop beach club, and luxury living spaces, showcasing Life Time’s intent to be a cornerstone in the Triangle’s health landscape.

Location and Hours: Life Time Alston Town Center is conveniently located at 1120 Healthy Way, Cary, NC. The facility opens its doors from 4 a.m. to midnight on weekdays, and 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekends.

As Life Time continues to transform health and wellness paradigms, its new Cary club stands as a beacon of innovation and community engagement, fully equipped to serve both residents and those commuting to the area. For more information and updates, visit Life Time's official website or follow their social media channels.