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Life Time
★3.8(315 reviews)$$Sports
🕑 2-4 hours👶 Best for ages 2-16. Toddlers can enjoy the supervised childcare and splash features, elementary-aged kids love the rock climbing wall and swim lessons, while teens appreciate the sports courts, fitness classes, and aquatic facilities.🧡 Saved by 70+ families
About
Life Time St. Louis Park is a comprehensive family fitness and recreation destination that goes far beyond a typical gym. With indoor and outdoor pools, a rock climbing wall, dedicated kids' programs, summer camps, and on-site childcare, it's designed to keep the whole family active and entertained under one roof.
Highlights
- ✓Indoor and outdoor swimming pools with family-friendly hours
- ✓Rock climbing wall suitable for beginners and experienced climbers
- ✓Extensive kids' programs including swim lessons and sports camps
- ✓On-site childcare services (Kids Academy) for ages 3 months to 11 years
- ✓Basketball and tennis courts for family play
Pro Tips
- 1.Take advantage of the Kids Academy drop-in childcare while you work out,reserve your spot in advance during peak times
- 2.Weekend mornings (7-10 AM) tend to be less crowded for family swim time than afternoons
- 3.Check the daily pool schedule online before visiting, as different pools have designated times for lap swimming, family play, and lessons
- 4.Bring water shoes for kids,they're helpful around the pool decks and required in some areas
- 5.Sign up for seasonal camps early as they fill quickly, especially during school breaks
Best Time to Visit
Weekday late mornings (9-11 AM) or early afternoons (1-3 PM) are ideal when the facility is less crowded and you'll have easier access to pools and climbing walls. Avoid weekday evenings after 5 PM when working families arrive.
What to Know
Life Time operates on a membership basis with various tiers and family packages,day passes may be available for trial visits. The facility offers a café with healthy food options, ample parking, and is fully accessible with family changing rooms.
Seasonal Notes
Outdoor pool typically operates Memorial Day through Labor Day. Summer camps run during school breaks and fill quickly. Holiday-themed family events and kids' activities are offered throughout the year,check their calendar for special programming.
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Nearby Eats
The nearby Knollwood Mall area features Chick-fil-A and Chipotle within a mile for quick family meals. For sit-down dining, try Parkway Pizza just 5 minutes away, known for its kid-friendly atmosphere and variety of pizza options.
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