Health & Wellness Center
Camden Clark Health & Wellness Center is the region’s only medically based fitness facility, backed by WVU Medicine Camden Clark. Here, exercise is part of your health plan. Whether you’re new to fitness, managing a chronic condition, or continuing after rehab, our exercise specialists and clinically integrated programs help you move safely and confidently toward better health.
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Why Choose a Medically Based Fitness Center?
At Camden Clark Health & Wellness Center, your workout is more than a routine—it’s an extension of your healthcare. As a medically based fitness facility, we combine hospital-grade oversight with the benefits of a full-service gym.
Our team understands health histories, chronic conditions, and post-surgical limitations. We work with you—and when appropriate, with your providers—to create safe, effective exercise plans tailored to your goals.
This environment is ideal for people living with heart disease, diabetes, pulmonary conditions, cancer, joint issues, or anyone who simply wants a safer, more guided approach to fitness.
Membership Benefits & What's Included:
Membership at Camden Clark Health & Wellness Center gives you access to medically informed fitness in a supportive, welcoming environment. You’ll find a full range of cardio and strength equipment, an indoor pool and aquatics area, group fitness classes, and the guidance of trained exercise specialists.
Our goal is to help you improve strength, stamina, balance, and overall quality of life—whether you’re starting from scratch or continuing after a major health event.
- Fitness assessments – Baseline and follow-up measurements to track progress.
- Pool & aquatics access – Use of indoor pool, therapy pool, and whirlpool during member hours.
- Land & water classes – A variety of group fitness options for all levels.
- Cardio & strength areas – Treadmills, ellipticals, bikes, free weights, and machines.
- Saunas & whirlpool – Recovery amenities in the pool and locker room areas.
- Locker rooms & showers – Convenient, clean changing and shower facilities.
- Exercise specialist support – On-floor staff available to answer questions and guide workouts.
- On-site massage therapist – Medically licensed massage services available by appointment.
- Clinical wellness programs – Referral-based programs that extend your care beyond the hospital.
Our Facilities
Whether you’re rebuilding strength after surgery, cross-training for performance, or just getting moving again, our facility is designed to support safe, sustainable progress.
Free Weight Area
Our free weight area features dumbbells, benches, squat racks, and plate-loaded machines to support progressive strength training. Whether you’re new to lifting or experienced with resistance work, our exercise specialists can help you choose the right starting point and technique.
Sectorized Strength Equipment
The facility includes a full line of selectorized strength machines, making it easy to adjust weight and range of motion for every fitness level. Many machines include built-in rep and time tracking to help you stay consistent and safe.
Cardio Training Zone
Walk, jog, ride, row, or climb your way to better cardiovascular health. Our cardio area includes treadmills, ellipticals, ascent trainers, upright and recumbent bikes, hybrid cycles, rowers, step mills, and upper-body ergometers, along with recumbent cross trainers for low-impact, joint-friendly exercise.
Courts & Pickleball
The gymnasium hosts basketball and volleyball play, as well as pickleball with court lines set up on the main floor. Pick-up play and periodic leagues keep things fun and social while you stay active.
Boxing & High-Intensity Training
A dedicated boxing area features heavy bags and other tools for high-intensity cardio and cross-training. It’s a great option for members looking to add variety, power, and stress relief to their workouts.
Aquatic Offerings
- Aquatic fitness classes
- Warm-water therapy pool
- Arthritic water exercise
- Mommy & Me swim sessions
- Private swim lessons by appointment
Indoor Pool & Aquatic Programs
Our indoor aquatics area offers a joint-friendly way to build strength, flexibility, and endurance. The heated pool features dedicated lap lanes, open exercise space, and a warm-water therapy pool ideal for arthritis, post-surgical recovery, and gentle movement. A whirlpool and saunas provide additional options for relaxation and recovery.
Benefits of Aquatic Exercise
Learn moreAquatic exercise is especially helpful for members with joint pain, mobility limitations, or those returning to activity after injury or surgery. Programs include aquatic fitness classes, arthritic water exercise, Mommy & Me sessions, and private swimming lessons by appointment.
Group Fitness Classes for Every Level
View class scheduleGroup fitness at Camden Clark Health & Wellness Center is designed to meet you where you are. Our land and water classes are led by certified instructors who can adapt exercises for beginners through advanced participants.
Choose from strength and conditioning formats, cycling, yoga and flexibility-focused classes, high-intensity interval training, aquatic fitness, and dance-inspired options like Zumba. Most group fitness classes are included with membership, with select specialty offerings available for a small additional fee.
For the latest class offerings and times, view our current schedule.
Personal Training That Fits Your Health Goals
Personal training at Camden Clark Health & Wellness Center is built around you—your goals, your health history, and your comfort level. Our trainers work with members of all ages and abilities, including those managing chronic conditions or returning after surgery or rehab.
Whether you’re looking to lose weight, build strength, improve balance, prepare for a specific event, or simply stay accountable, we’ll design a safe, progressive plan and walk with you every step of the way.
Clinically Integrated Programs & Continuum of Care
As part of WVU Medicine Camden Clark, our clinically integrated programs extend your care beyond the hospital. These referral-based programs are designed to support you before, during, and after major health events.
Fit to Thrive – Oncology Exercise
Fit to Thrive is a structured exercise program for individuals in active cancer treatment or post-treatment. After an initial assessment, we design a personalized plan focused on building strength, improving endurance, reducing fatigue, and enhancing overall quality of life in a safe, supportive environment.
Learn more about Fit to Thrive
Cardio-Pulmonary Maintenance Phase
Following formal cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation, the Cardio-Pulmonary Maintenance Phase helps you continue moving forward. Under the guidance of trained staff, you’ll participate in supervised cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility training to maintain and build on the gains you made in rehab.
Strong for Surgery
Strong for Surgery is a pre- and post-operative program designed to help you recover faster and return more comfortably to daily activities. Before surgery, we focus on building strength, range of motion, and endurance. After you’re cleared to exercise, we help you safely regain function following procedures such as joint replacement, spine or neck surgery, and bariatric surgery.
Learn more about Strong for Surgery
Take a Virtual Tour
Want to see the space before you visit? Explore the fitness floor, aquatics area, gymnasium, and studios with our online virtual tour. It’s an easy way to get familiar with the Health & Wellness Center and picture how it can fit into your routine.
Camden Clark Health & Wellness Center
Hours:
- Monday–Thursday: 5:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Friday: 5:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Saturday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Note:
Hours may vary on holidays.
Ready to Get Started?
Have questions about membership, programs, or where to begin? Our team is here to help. Use the form below to request a free trial, ask about specific services, or schedule a time to talk with an exercise specialist.
Prefer to talk by phone? Call us at (304) 424-2348 and we’ll help you choose the options that best fit your health and fitness goals.