Fitness and Wellness: Staying Active at The Villas at Ashton Square in Gainesville
- lmeyers4
- Sep 24
- 3 min read
At The Villas at Ashton Square, we believe that wellness is more than a trend — it’s a lifestyle. Whether you’re looking to get stronger, find balance, or simply enjoy Gainesville’s natural beauty, our location puts you close to everything you need to stay active and healthy.
Embrace the Outdoors
Gainesville is home to a wide variety of beautiful parks and trails, perfect for soaking up the Florida sunshine and getting your daily dose of activity. Living at The Villas at Ashton Square means you’re just minutes from some of the best outdoor recreation in town:
Sweetwater Wetlands Park – A peaceful nature escape with boardwalks, birdwatching, and walking trails.
Depot Park – A family-friendly space featuring a playground, picnic areas, and paths for walking or jogging.
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park – One of Gainesville’s gems, offering hiking, biking, and opportunities to spot wild horses and bison.
Alfred A. Ring Park – A shaded riverside trail perfect for jogging or walking with your dog.
San Felasco Hammock Preserve – Known for its extensive mountain biking and hiking trails.
Whether you’re into early-morning walks, weekend hikes, or exploring nature with friends, Gainesville offers endless opportunities to stay active.
Discover Local Fitness Centers
Prefer to work out indoors? Gainesville offers a wide selection of gyms and fitness studios, many with flexible hours and a variety of classes:
Gainesville Health & Fitness – A full-service facility with state-of-the-art equipment, group classes, and wellness programs.
Anytime Fitness – Open 24/7, perfect for students or professionals with busy schedules.
Crunch Fitness – Known for its fun atmosphere, affordable memberships, and group classes.
Planet Fitness – A budget-friendly option for everyday gym-goers.
Iron Legion Strength Co. – A community-focused gym offering weightlifting, HIIT, and strength programs.
Orangetheory Fitness – Heart-rate based interval training for high-energy, results-driven workouts.
Group Classes & Boutique Studios
Looking to mix up your routine? Gainesville also has a strong boutique fitness scene with studios that focus on specialized workouts:
Yoga Pod (Southwest & Northwest locations) — Offers a variety of yoga formats (heated, vinyasa, restorative) and APEX “Megaformer” Pilates classes.
Wildflowers Yoga — A yoga and healing collective that combines movement, mindfulness, and community.
APEX / Yoga Pod — The high-intensity reformer / Pilates classes (Megaformer) affiliated with Yoga Pod.
HOTWORX (Gainesville, UTC location) — Infrared-based boutique fitness studio offering hot yoga, barre, HIIT, and more on a virtually instructed format.
352 Fitness — Strength & conditioning + group fitness studio, with coaching and class-based workouts.
Kardiya Yoga — Inclusive yoga community with in-person and online classes, focused on mindful movement.
Orangetheory Fitness Gainesville — Interval training studio combining cardio, rowing, and strength work in a class setting.
These studios are perfect for building strength, improving flexibility, and joining a supportive community.
Prioritize Your Wellness Journey
Beyond gyms and studios, Gainesville offers countless ways to stay well — from kayaking at Lake Wauburg to jogging around campus. Many residents also enjoy virtual workouts from home, taking advantage of streaming yoga, HIIT, or dance classes right in their apartments.
“I love how easy it is to stay active living at The Villas at Ashton Square,” says one of our residents. “I spend weekends exploring Paynes Prairie and use my apartment living room for yoga sessions during the week. The location makes living well effortless.”
Live Well at The Villas at Ashton Square
At The Villas at Ashton Square, you’re not just renting an apartment — you’re joining a community that values your lifestyle and well-being. With convenient access to Gainesville’s best parks, gyms, and wellness resources, you’ll find everything you need to stay active, balanced, and happy.
Interested in making The Villas at Ashton Square your home? Visit www.villasashtonsquare.com or call us today to schedule a tour and start your path to wellness in Gainesville.