Memberships
Join a welcoming community with a history of excellence that includes Hollywood legends, Olympic champions, and people just like you.
Who We Are
A heritage rooted in health and a legacy that continues to evolve. A gateway to a world of state-of-the-art facilities and a welcoming community. Your health and wellness—physical, social, emotional—can all thrive in one harmonized home in DTLA.
Anchoring Downtown Los Angeles Culture, Athletics, and Innovation Since 1880
The Los Angeles Athletic Club (LAAC) holds the distinction of being the very first private membership club in Los Angeles. Founded in 1880—nearly a decade before the city’s modern boom—LAAC was established to cultivate physical fitness, intellectual camaraderie, and civic leadership in Southern California.
Today, housed in our landmark 12-story Beaux-Arts clubhouse at the corner of 7th & Olive in Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA), the club serves as a vital bridge between LA’s storied past and its dynamic, innovative future. We are a private athletic and social community where history meets modern high-performance living.
Our Purpose
Through decades of growth and innovation, the Los Angeles Athletic Club’s core purpose remains the same: To create positive experiences through camaraderie, personal improvement, and healthful recreation.
Our Mission
The Los Angeles Athletic Club is devoted to the lifelong pursuit of health-giving amusements.
Our Club Amenities
Athletics
Wellness
Dining
Co-Working
Neptune Spa
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our dining experiences are open to members and hotel guests only.
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We are happy to offer safe, convenient, and discounted parking for members. Park in our dedicated garage at 646 South Olive Street, connected to the club and located right around the corner from our iconic front door. Look for our legendary winged foot emblem on the awning.
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LAAC is located at 431 W. 7th St. in Downtown Los Angeles. The closest intersection is 7th Street and South Olive Street. The closest Los Angeles Metro stations are 7th Street/Metro Center and Pershing Square.
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The Los Angeles Athletic Club was founded in 1880, back when Los Angeles was a city of just 11,000 people. It was LA’s first private club. In 1912, our current building was designed and built just for us—and is now a Beaux-Arts icon in the heart of DTLA.