Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Premier Fitness & Wellness Destination in Harrisonburg, VA
Established in 1984, the Rmh Wellness Center pioneered hospital-owned medically based fitness in the Shenandoah Valley. Our 40-year legacy combines comprehensive wellness programs with community-focused health initiatives. We offer over 100 weekly group classes, three indoor pools, and specialized services like Rock Steady Boxing for Parkinson's disease. Our nationally certified staff delivers personalized fitness plans, TRX Suspension Training, and medical fitness programs.With 5,000+ members, we maintain Virginia's premier wellness destination through continuous facility upgrades and evidence-based programming. Our childcare services and family membership options support holistic wellness for all life stages. The center's 2019 recognition as Best Gym by Virginia Living Magazine reflects our commitment to excellence in community health.
Services
Group Fitness Classes
Personal Training
Pilates Studio
Aquatics Programs
Child Care Services
Indoor Track
Swimming Lessons
Medical Fitness
TRX Suspension Training
Rock Steady Boxing
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- Certified trainers with specialties in medical fitness and Parkinson's rehabilitation
- Three indoor pools including warm-water therapy facility
- Award-winning childcare services with 90-minute visit capacity
- Recognized as Shenandoah Valley's Best Gym by Virginia Living Magazine
- Exclusive Rock Steady Boxing program for neurological health
What people say
Excellent childcare service
Top-notch aquatics therapy
Award-winning facility
Variety of group classes
Medical fitness expertise
Services
Pilates Studio
Our fully equipped Pilates studio features 5 Allegro Tower of Power Reformers and specialized equipment for personalized sessions. Certified instructors offer individual, partner, and group classes ranging from 30-60 minutes. Members receive discounted rates on packages from single sessions to 16-class bundles. The studio supports both rehabilitation and performance enhancement through controlled movement principles.
Aquatics Programs
Two indoor pools include a 25-yard fitness lap pool and warm-water therapy facility. The warm pool serves rehabilitation patients through Sentara RMH Rehab Services while offering public aquatic fitness classes. Certified lifeguards enforce strict safety protocols including child supervision requirements and swim attire standards. The aquatics area also features a whirlpool with medical clearance recommendations for vulnerable populations.
Child Care Services
Licensed childcare operates with 90-minute visit limits for member children. Reservations required through the member portal with strict illness policies and supervision requirements. The program prohibits food/snacks while providing structured activities. Staff may require parent intervention for behavioral issues. Closed-toe shoes recommended for playground access with liability waivers for personal items.
Group Fitness
Over 100 weekly classes include Zumba, BODYPUMP, and aqua fit with no additional charge for members. Specialized offerings like Rock Steady Boxing cater to specific health conditions. Participants must complete orientation for equipment areas while youth require adult supervision. The schedule balances cardio, strength training, and flexibility sessions across multiple fitness levels.
Medical Fitness
Collaborative programs with Sentara RMH Rehab Services utilize the warm-water pool for physician-referred physical therapy. Certified staff implement customized rehabilitation plans combining aquatic therapy with land-based exercises. The center maintains medical fitness coordinators to bridge clinical treatment and wellness programming for chronic condition management.
People
George Reid
Director
Overseeing operations at Rmh Wellness Center, George brings decades of experience in healthcare administration and community wellness program development.
Allison Kinney
Site Manager
As Site Manager, Allison coordinates daily operations and community engagement initiatives while maintaining the center's award-winning service standards.
Brian Sherrill
Facilities Coordinator
Brian ensures optimal maintenance of our 25-yard lap pool, fitness equipment, and 85,000 sq ft wellness facility across regular inspections.
Debbie Pattison
Children's Programming Coordinator
Managing our licensed childcare services, Debbie implements safety protocols and age-appropriate activities for children aged infant through school age.
Emily Sherrill
Aquatics Coordinator
Emily supervises pool operations and water safety programs, maintaining compliance with therapeutic pool usage guidelines for rehabilitation patients.
Questions
What amenities are included with membership?
Members enjoy 24/7 fitness access, three indoor pools, 100+ weekly classes, childcare services, and TRX Suspension Training equipment.
How do I schedule childcare services?
Reservations require 72-hour advance booking through our member portal with strict 90-minute time limits for child members.
What special programs do you offer?
We provide Rock Steady Boxing for Parkinson's, medical fitness coordination with Sentara Rehab, and specialized Pilates training programs.
Are there family membership options?
Yes, we offer family plans with spouse/partner additions and dependent child memberships under age 25 with shared address verification.
What are pool safety requirements?
Children under 13 require adult supervision, proper swim attire is mandatory, and lifeguards enforce strict safety protocols during all aquatic activities.
Can I freeze my membership?
Members may place accounts on hold for 1-3 months annually with $15/month fee or obtain medical freezes requiring physician documentation.
