Membership rates released for 35,000-Square-Foot State-of-the-art facility
By Edward Lynn
Editor
EAGLE GROVE, Iowa — After a challenging path marked by construction delays, rising costs, and spirited community debate that sparked an audit by the State Auditor’s office, Eagle Grove’s long-awaited Rec Center is finally about to open its doors. The fully state-of-the-art, 35,000-square-foot facility is designed to serve as a cornerstone for individual wellness, youth sports, community gatherings, and local economic development.
The Rec Center boasts an impressive array of amenities. Members will have 24-hour access to a modern weight room and cardio area, shown as artist’s renderings in a reel on the Rec Center’s Facebook page. In addition, there will also be a three-lane indoor walking and running track, and side-by-side basketball courts—double the capacity of the community’s existing gyms. These courts are also lined and equipped for volleyball and pickleball, supporting year-round play across multiple sports. Additional athletic features include two netted batting/golf cages, and four full-size wrestling mats.
The facility also offers ADA-compliant restrooms, and a flexible multi-purpose room, which will provide space for athletic events and non-athletic events like meetings, community classes, or private rentals as well—broadening the facility’s value to the entire town. And, of course, there will be a concession stand.
Strategically located, the Rec Center sits within a few blocks of the city’s aquatic center, an outdoor playground, the Wright County Fairgrounds, and Eagle Grove’s baseball and softball diamonds, as well as the soccer fields—placing several key recreational and athletic assets in town within easy walking distance of one another.
Membership options are designed to be inclusive and affordable. A Family Pass—covering parents and children under 23—is $60 per month or $720 per year. Adults 23 and older can join under the Adult Single plan for $40 monthly or $480 annually. Youth ages 16 to 23 can sign up for $35 monthly or $420 per year.
Seniors (65+) can access discounted plans: $35 monthly or $420 annually for couples, and just $25 monthly or $300 per year for individuals. Members can save even more with an upfront annual payment (buy 11 months, get one free) or a 5% discount for paying monthly via ACH. For occasional users, daily passes are available at $8 with cash or $10 by card.
City officials and community leaders believe the Rec Center will serve as more than a fitness hub. By hosting tournaments, sports events, and community programming, the facility is expected to draw visitors from across the region, creating a ripple effect of new revenue for local restaurants, shops, and hotels.
As final touches are completed and an opening date nears, excitement is building. Residents are encouraged to explore membership options and get ready to be part of a new chapter in Eagle Grove’s growth—one built on health, community, and shared opportunity.
