Maintaining a healthy lifestyle involves both physical fitness and mental well-being. San Bernardino offers a variety of resources to support residents in achieving their health and wellness goals.
Fitness Centers
For those looking to enhance their physical fitness, several gyms and recreation centers are available:
Chuze Fitness
Located at 1585 E Highland Ave, Chuze Fitness provides a welcoming environment with a range of equipment and classes. Amenities include a turf area, free weights, cardio machines, group fitness classes, and recovery options like saunas and massage chairs. The facility operates Monday through Thursday from 4:00 am to 11:00 pm, Friday from 4:00 am to 10:00 pm, and weekends from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm. For more information, visit their website.
LA Fitness
Situated at 4404 University Parkway, LA Fitness offers a variety of group fitness classes, including yoga, Zumba, and Pilates. The gym is open Monday through Thursday from 5:00 am to 11:00 pm, Friday from 5:00 am to 10:00 pm, and weekends from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. Additional amenities include a Kids Klub for childcare during workouts. More details can be found on their website.
Norton Recreation Center
Located at 1554 E. Art Townsend Drive, the Norton Recreation Center features a gymnasium, fitness and weight rooms, a jogging and walking track, and outdoor tennis courts. Programs offered include adult open gym sessions, indoor soccer, basketball, volleyball, cheerleading, and martial arts. Operating hours are Monday through Sunday from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm. For more information, contact Cory Banfield at 909-998-2870.
Mental Health Services
Addressing mental health is equally important. San Bernardino provides several resources:
San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health (DBH)
DBH offers mental health and substance use disorder services to residents experiencing serious mental illness or substance use issues. Services include prevention and early intervention programs. For assistance, call the 24-hour helpline at 888-743-1478.
NAMI San Bernardino Area
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) provides support groups and educational classes for individuals living with mental health conditions and their families. They offer free emotional support lines and regularly update their list of local mental health resources. For more information, visit their website.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
San Bernardino County employees and their eligible family members have access to free, confidential services through the EAP. This includes counseling for mental health challenges, legal and financial consultations, and work-life support for childcare, eldercare, housing, and education. More details are available on the Human Resources Department website.
By utilizing these local resources, residents of San Bernardino can take proactive steps toward achieving and maintaining a balanced and healthy lifestyle.