Ridgecrest Athletic Club: Building Community Through Premium Design, Trusted Partnership, and Precor Quality

“Precor has been crucial in our success. Looking back, we couldn’t have done this without them — the equipment, the partnership, the support — all of it made a difference.” — Joesph Dosen

Ridgecrest Athletic Club partnered with Precor to bring a premium, community-focused fitness experience to an underserved market. From early planning through execution, Precor helped guide facility layout, equipment selection, and member flow to create a cohesive training environment featuring Precor strength and cardio, Glutebuilder® Plate Loaded equipment, Resolute™ Multi-Stations, and Stages SC3 bikes.

Ridgecrest Athletic Club (RAC) set out to do something ambitious: bring an elevated, welcoming, top-tier fitness experience to a small desert town with limited fitness options, but a strong desire for community connection. For owners Sarah and Joseph Dosen, this meant creating a place where people of all ages could feel comfortable, supported, and inspired — and the Precor team played a foundational role in bringing that vision to life.

A Partnership That Helped Shape the Vision

For Sarah and Joseph, the partnership was about creating the best possible experience for their members and community. From the earliest planning stages, they worked collaboratively with Precor to evaluate the space, refine the layout, and make thoughtful decisions around flow, functionality, and how the club would ultimately feel to the people using it every day.

By taking a holistic view of the facility, the process helped ensure each area served a clear purpose and supported how members move, train, and connect within the club. The result is an environment that feels intentional, welcoming, and easy to navigate, while supporting Ridgecrest Athletic Club’s long-term vision.

An Elevated Experience, End to End

From the moment members walk in, RAC delivers a cohesive, premium experience where every element works together — from strength and functional training to cardio and connected experiences. Equipment selections like the Glutebuilder® Plate Loaded line and Resolute™ Multi-Stations are seamlessly integrated into the floor, creating a training environment that feels both purposeful and intuitive. The club also features an indoor cycling studio powered by Stages’ industry leading SC3 bikes.

Members consistently notice the difference. Whether it’s the stability and craftsmanship of the strength and cable systems or the versatility across training zones, the equipment contributes to a space that feels durable, high-performing, and thoughtfully designed.

This integration is especially critical in a market where indoor fitness is essential for much of the year. With heavy, consistent usage across all areas of the club, RAC depends on equipment that performs reliably while maintaining a premium feel. At the same time, digital touchpoints across the cardio experience help reinforce community — highlighting trainers, sharing updates, and creating a more connected in-club environment.

A Community Hub Designed With Intention

While RAC is built on premium equipment and design, its deeper success lies in the role it plays within the community. The club has become a place where people reconnect — with fitness and with each other.

Older adults who had stepped away from active lifestyles are now exercising, families gather for swim lessons in a town without a public pool, and members regularly stay long after their workouts to socialise, relax, or connect with friends. Across all ages and backgrounds, RAC has become a true “third place” — one that feels welcoming, energising, and central to daily life.

In addition to top-tier fitness solutions, members have access to a dedicated pickleball court, a four lane swimming pool with an adjacent hot tub and a thoughtfully designed sauna and wellness space for recovery and relaxation.

Achieving Success Through Quality and Trust

Without relying heavily on advertising, RAC experienced strong early growth driven by word-of-mouth and member advocacy. The combination of thoughtful design, premium experience, and operational reliability allowed the club to quickly establish itself as a standout facility in the region.