THE VIBE THAT FOREVER CHANGED FITNESS

— By Danica Serena Stockton

With Fit Club LV members often preparing for fitness competitions, photoshoots, and shows, this gym is complete with every piece of equipment even the most intense gym rat could dream of using. The energy is high, the members are lifting hard and heavy, and the trainers push their clients to achieve their greatest physical breakthroughs. If you have plateaued in your fitness journey or are looking for motivation to start, Fit Club LV seems to specialize in taking its members to the next level. With their engaging staff, rigorous trainers, and bold ambiance, even the least motivated can expect to get excited about going to the gym. Located just three to four blocks from the Allegiant Stadium, Fit Club LV is the closest gym to the strip of its kind and is suitable for tourists and locals alike. The fitness club sets itself apart from other establishments in that it embodies a nightlife feel with live DJ sets throughout the week and exclusive VIP events. Fit Club has all the flash, glitz, and excitement Vegas has to offer, but in a gym where people go to get shredded, fit, and strong. As Kris Helmick describes, the club has a unique social aspect, a family vibe among guests, trainers, and employees.

Helmick explains, “The way the gym is set up is different from any gym in town. It’s something like you’ve never seen before. The lighting is dimmer with pink and blue lights. The music is loud. It’s a very happy and energetic type of gym.”

Many know Helmick for his success as a lead lawyer in the injury law realm as he operates his own firm, Pacific West Injury Law. The pandemic inspired new professional paths for many as shutdowns required us to stay home. Some of us used the mandatory downtime to rest and rejuvenate our home lives, while others used the mandatory downtime to create and build new ideas and businesses. For co-owners Kris Helmick and Ryan Diaz, the latter was their approach to coping with the stressors of the 2020 pandemic. The two saw this as the prime opportunity to flesh out a business plan for Diaz’s long-term goal to open and run a fitness club that embodied a nightlife vibe while prioritizing health. Co-founder and investor Kris Helmick, shares, “My trainer and good friend, Ryan Diaz, came up with the idea. We bounced ideas off of each other during the shutdowns. I started putting some things into action, and we worked on opening Fit Club LV.” Helmick and Diaz eventually brought their third co-founder on board, Gavin McHale, to manage day-to-day operations and strengthen customer relations. When asked what inspired him to dive into the fitness industry, Helmick responded, “It came down to helping out a good friend, Ryan Diaz, and making his dream come true. He came to me with a good idea, and along with his deep roots in the fitness industry, it was not much of a risk to me. I always want to see my friends succeed. That’s why I decided to venture off and pursue the fitness club.” Helmick’s collaborative and supportive nature did not stop at the initial investment to take Fit Club LV from a dream to a reality, but rather it was woven into the company culture overall. “As a trainerbased gym, each trainer that comes in is a part of the family, and we want to see them succeed,” Helmick explains. Fit Club has prioritized the professional growth of their trainers by offering a tier-based rental fee sliding scale based on the volume of clients the trainer starts out with. Even with just one client, trainers can team up with Fit Club and catch a break on fees to allow them to build their clientele.

Although Fit Club LV is open to anyone who is looking to lead a healthier lifestyle and improve their fitness level, the majority of the demographic comprises seasoned fitness and health enthusiasts. Celebrities can also be found on the gym floor at Fit Club. The facility is happy to be the fitness home of four-time Mr. Olympia, Jay Cutler, and pop star, Nick Carter. Some members train independently, while others hire and work with their trainers to achieve their goals. Helmick explains that there are added benefits to working with a trainer. “We give discounts to our fitness club members that have a trainer, which helps our trainers get clients too,” he mentions. Additionally, trainers have 24-hour access to the gym, so their clients can train with them at any hour of the day that best suits their schedule. Otherwise, the fitness club operating hours are Monday through Friday from 8 am to 8 pm, and Saturday through Sunday 8 am to 5 pm.

Helmick encourages us all to prioritize fitness and health. He expresses, “Eating right, being in the gym, doing cardio, doing whatever you need to do to get moving, is beneficial to any human. Having access to a gym is a terrific thing and helps people live longer and healthier.” With such a collaborative approach, Fit Club offers a physical solution for a fit body and a social solution for more support and guidance. Fit Club LV is ready to welcome any guest looking to upgrade their health, regardless of their current fitness level. Burn calories, melt fat, build muscle, and gain strength in the vibrant and entertaining Fit Club LV.

To learn more, please visit www.fitclubvegas.com and @fitclublv on IG.

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