Idaho Athletic Club - Our Organization

The Idaho Athletic Club (IAC) was founded in 1978 by Cheryl Wardle as 'Cheryl's Body Shaping' where members' needs were met through exceptional service while achieving their fitness goals. Early initiatives were made to create a fun and friendly environment; becoming a founding principle recognized today.

The consolidation of 5 satellite locations began in the original 'Meridian Community Center' on East Idaho Street. Fitness equipment and childcare were added, and classes began to grow as did a need for more space. In 1984 the Cherry Plaza shopping center became home to a new concept; locker-room amenities along with a whirlpool and sauna were added. At this point, resistance training was fully incorporated into the club amenities, which lead to opening an additional space, the 'Olympian Gym'.

Privately funded, the IAC became the benchmark for fitness in the Treasure Valley. Building upon success, the former Court Sports facility in Caldwell was acquired. The State Street location opened in 2001, with a 45,000 square foot facility and in 2004 the BlackEagle location expanded with yet another state of the art facility.

IAC continues to grow. In February of 2005 the Silverstone location opened in Meridian, at 2340 W. Eagle Rd in the Silverstone Business Campus. In September 2005, IAC opened a new state of the art fitness club at Eagle River in Eagle, Idaho. This club was moved across the highway in the Spring of 2009 to 875 E Plaza Dr. This larger location added nearly 40,000 sq feet of additional space and numerous new amenities for members. In October 2009 IAC opened its 7th location in Nampa, a 28,000 sq ft club at 5251 E Exchange Way. In addition, a new product, Total Woman Fitness (TWF), has evolved. It's location at the corner of Linder and Cherry Lane in Meridian serves as the Treasure Valley's most exclusive Women's only fitness and personal training facility.

The IAC will continue to strive to encourage the Treasure Valley community to live a healthy life and understand the importance of good health and wellbeing.

Mission Statement

The Idaho Athletic Club provides facilities where our members achieve their fitness results. Service and Cleanliness are founding principles, and drive our customer experience. Our goal is to expand market share and sophistication to provide additional membership value, along with growth and promotion for our team.