Life Time Group Holdings announced the opening of its Otay Ranch athletic country club in Chula Vista, California, on December 15 2025. The new club sits at 1650 Main Street West in the growing Cota Vera community and spans more than 135,000 square feet across two levels, offering fitness, aquatics, pickleball, recovery, dining and family services.
The facility’s design emphasizes a resort‑style experience, with expansive indoor and outdoor spaces that accommodate a wide range of activities. The club’s 85,000 square‑foot indoor area is complemented by outdoor courts, a full‑service spa, a café, and dedicated family zones, positioning it as a premium destination for both members and the surrounding community.
The opening adds nearly 200 new team members to Life Time’s workforce and expands the company’s California footprint to nine clubs. The addition of staff and the new location reinforce Life Time’s strategy of accelerating club expansion while maintaining an asset‑light model, which relies on leased properties and sale‑leaseback transactions to fund growth without heavy capital outlays.
Life Time’s broader growth plan calls for 12–14 new clubs annually starting in 2026, and the Otay Ranch opening is the first ground‑up built club in San Diego County. The company is also diversifying into longevity clinics, nutrition, and AI‑powered wellness companions, signaling a shift toward high‑margin, technology‑enabled services that complement its core fitness offerings.
Financially, Life Time reported a 12.9% year‑over‑year increase in revenue and a 22.0% rise in Adjusted EBITDA for the most recent quarter, underscoring the company’s ability to generate strong top‑line growth while expanding its operating leverage. The new club is expected to contribute additional membership and in‑center revenue streams, further supporting the company’s profitability trajectory.
Management emphasized that the expansion reflects Life Time’s commitment to delivering a “healthy way of life” ecosystem. CEO Bahram Akradi highlighted the importance of premium membership growth, digital initiatives, and the asset‑light model in sustaining long‑term value creation.
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