🏆 The 10 Best Gyms in Iowa — 2026

We compared all 148 gyms in Iowa on the data that matters: services offered, posted hours, and how easy each one is to reach. No pay-to-play — this ranking comes straight from the listings data, updated August 2026.

#1 · Life Time AthleticUrbandale Childcare / kids clubSwimming poolSauna or steam

+15153623500 Website View listing

#2 · Mary Greeley Lifetime FitnessStory City Childcare / kids clubSwimming poolSauna or steam

+15157334029 Website View listing

#6 · Large Pool Downtown Family YMCADavenport Childcare / kids clubSwimming pool

+15633227171 Website View listing

#7 · YMCAWaukee Childcare / kids clubSwimming pool

+15159879996 Website View listing

#8 · YMCAWashington Childcare / kids clubSwimming pool

(319) 653-2141 Website View listing

#9 · YMCA Creston, IowaCreston Childcare / kids clubSwimming pool

(641) 782-9622 Website View listing

#10 · YMCA Marion BranchMarion Childcare / kids clubSwimming pool

+13193777361 Website View listing

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How we rank: every listing earns points for verified services (childcare / kids club, swimming pool, sauna or steam, 24-hour access, no contract, group classes), posted hours, and working contact details. The ranking is recalculated with every data update.