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Fitness Memberships to the Seymour Center

(Effective January 2010)

  • 624-square feet of space nestled inside the state-of-the-art 25,000 sq. ft. Center
  • helps users increase their endurance, maintain balance and build strength
  • offers new exercise machines donated by UNC Health Care
  • 2 treadmills, 2 ellipticals, 2 recumbent bikes, 1 recumbent stepper and 7 different types of strength-building machines

Eligibility: for people age 55 and over

Membership Process

All members will be required to:

  1. Complete an initial physical function screen prior to use and preferred annual re-screen
  2. Complete a separate equipment orientation session
  3. Pay membership dues or qualify for a scholarship

To make an appointment for a physical function screen and a new member orientation:  (919) 968-2070 Seymour Center  front desk

Fee Structure

To have the fitness studio be self-supporting by covering the staff who assist users and the studio’s regular maintenance, a nominal fee structure has been adopted by Orange County. However, scholarships are available on a sliding scale based on income. They will be granted, case-by-case, based on the federal poverty guidelines beginning with $10,400 for single member household. Scholarship inquiries are confidential and should be directed to the Wellness Coordinator, 919-968-2073.

Membership Fees for Orange County NC Residents

When paid annually as one lump sum

  • Individuals: $200
  • Couples:  $300
  • Payable in Full by: Cash or Check

When paid bi-annually 1st upon joining then at 6-month intervals

  • Individuals: $120
  • Couples: $160

When paid quarterly January, April, July, October

  • Individuals: $65
  • Couples: $90

When paid monthly by the 10th of each month

  • Individuals: $25
  • Couples:  $35

Orientation fee ($20) is waived if

  • You complete the physical function screen and
  • You pay the membership fee.

Membership Fees for Non-Orange County NC Residents and those waiving the required annual physical function screen

When paid annually as one lump sum

  • Individuals: $250
  • Couple:  $375
  • Payable in Full by: Cash or Check

When paid monthly

  • Individuals: $28
  • Couple:  $35

Seymour Fitness Studio Hours

Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 8:30 pm

Fridays: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Saturdays: 8:00 am – 1:30 pm

During peak times of use, machines will be limited to 30 minutes each.

Personal Trainer Appointments

  • Membership includes 1 FREE 30-minute Personal Trainer session annually, in addition to the Fitness Room orientation.
  • Additional private sessions are available for $25 per 1-hour session.
  • By appointment only made at the Seymour Center front desk 919-968-2070

Personal Trainer Staff Hours

Ask at the front desk 919-968-2070 for specific dates.

  • Mondays: 8:30 -11:30 am, 1:30 - 4:30 pm –varies by month
  • Tuesdays: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm (no personal trainer on duty 10:00 - 11:00 am)
  • Thursdays: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm (no personal trainer on duty 8:30 - 11:00 am)
  • Fridays: 1:30 - 4:30 pm
  • Two Saturdays per month: 8:30 – 11:30 am

This program operates through the Department on Aging - Wellness Program