Southwest Recreation Center — Globo gym in Gainesville, FL

Southwest Recreation Center — Globo Gym in Gainesville, FL

Gainesville, FL

Globo

About Southwest Recreation Center

The Southwest Recreation Center (SWRC) is a 147,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility. More than two million students have used the SWRC since opening in the Fall of 1994.

Location & Address

3150 Hull Road
Gainesville, FL 32611

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Training at a Globo Gym

Walking into a globo gym, you'll find rows of treadmills, ellipticals, and stationary bikes on the cardio floor. The weight room typically has a mix of resistance machines, a dumbbell rack, some barbells and squat racks, and cable stations. Many locations offer group fitness classes — spin, yoga, Zumba, HIIT, and more — included with membership. Staff are available for basic questions, and personal training is usually available for an additional fee. Hours are typically generous (many open at 5 AM and close at 10 PM or later), and some locations are 24/7.

Equipment You Will Typically Find

Cardio machines (treadmills, ellipticals, bikes, rowers), resistance machines, dumbbell racks, some barbells and squat racks, cable stations, stretching areas, group fitness studios, and often swimming pools and basketball courts.

Planning Your Visit to Southwest Recreation Center

Southwest Recreation Center is located at 3150 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611. Opening times are not published, so check before you travel.

New to globo? Most gyms offer a trial workout or intro session — call +1-352-846-1081 and ask about drop-in rates, memberships, and whether beginners should book ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Southwest Recreation Center located?
Southwest Recreation Center is located at 3150 Hull Road Gainesville, FL 32611.
What type of gym is Southwest Recreation Center?
Southwest Recreation Center is a Globo gym in Gainesville, FL.
What are Southwest Recreation Center's hours?
Hours are not listed for Southwest Recreation Center. Contact the gym directly for current opening times.
How do I contact Southwest Recreation Center?
You can reach Southwest Recreation Center by phone at +1-352-846-1081 or through their website.
Does Southwest Recreation Center offer drop-in sessions?
Most globo gyms offer drop-in sessions or trial workouts for visitors. Contact Southwest Recreation Center directly to ask about drop-in rates and whether you need to book ahead.
Is Southwest Recreation Center good for beginners?
Globo training scales to all fitness levels, and most gyms welcome beginners with intro sessions or foundations courses. Tell the coaches you are new and they will adjust the workout to your level.

Other Gym Options Nearby

If Southwest Recreation Center is not the right fit, there are 6 other gyms listed in FL below, including Planet Fitness in Gainesville, FL, Orangetheory Fitness in Gainesville, FL, Orangetheory Fitness in Gainesville, FL. Compare training styles, schedules, and drop-in policies before committing to a membership.

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