“My daughter learned that keeping fit could be fun. She now knows how to make smart food choices.”
Rachel - Youth Fitness
Read Rachel's Full StoryWelcome to Ochsner Fitness Center, formerly Elmwood Fitness Center! For more than twenty-five years, Elmwood Fitness Center – part of the Ochsner Health System – has been the top choice for people who want to look and feel great.
This year, we have changed our name to Ochsner Fitness Center as part of our ongoing commitment to providing best in class service and facilities.
Our new name comes with upgraded equipment, improved facilities and expanded community outreach programs and represents our commitment to delivering best-in-class services and programs designed to help you meet your health and fitness goals.
Our aim is to keep the whole family fit by offering lots of options to keep you motivated, including a variety of classes for seniors and tons of fun activities for kids. Here you’ll find some of the most innovative programs and equipment in the country, as well as nutrition, massage and other services to help you make the mind-body connection.
Healthy. Happy. Inspired. There’s a new you waiting at Ochsner Fitness Center.
Try us for free and see for yourself what everyone is talking about.
Get your Free Pass Today“My daughter learned that keeping fit could be fun. She now knows how to make smart food choices.”
Rachel - Youth Fitness
Read Rachel's Full Story"After 3 Biggest Loser sessions, over 100 pounds weight lost and going down 7 pants sizes, I'm living a healthier, more active life style..."
Stephen LaSavia - 2010 Biggest Loser Winner and 2009 Runner up
Read Stephen's Full Story"I have been in boot camp for over 3 years and I can honestly say that it's the best, most challenging yet fun workout I have ever experienced..."
Ashley Lenfant - Boot Camp Participant
Read Ashley's Full Story"My daughter Sierra has been in “I Can Do It “program for 1 ½ years. In that time she has slimmed down a few sizes. More importantly she has benefited greatly from the dietary education she received throughout the program..."
Sierra Tumminello - I Can Do It Program
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