Parking & lockers
- Free on-site parking
- Free lockers — bring your own lock
- Showers on site
Katy / The Down South Mecca
The original Species Gym
Located in Katy, the Down South Mecca is the foundation of the Species brand and a room known for serious equipment, atmosphere, IFBB Pros, and legendary bodybuilders.
The foundation.
This location started the entire Species brand. At the heart of Katy, it set the standard for what the rest of the rooms are built from.
24/7Open and staffed 365 days a year.
KATY23347 Clay Road.
DAY PASSFrom $25 at the desk.
MECCAThe original Species Gym.
Houston on the walls.
Sports culture, skyline energy, and the Species identity painted across the original Katy room.
The training floor.
Heavy machines, premium dumbbells, and plate-loaded work built for serious lifters.
The Hideout.
A darker side of the building with neon signage, lounge energy, and the backlit Species mark.
On-site amenities.
Everything you need to train hard and recover on the floor.
Floor culture
- Chalk, belts, bands, and accessories to check out at the front desk
- Music throughout the gym
- Filming allowed when you are mindful of other members
- Bags allowed on the floor with you
Membership access.
24-hour access, locker rooms, showers, and Venom Cafe at Katy. Month-to-month memberships with a 30-day cancellation notice and a $10/month freeze option.
Get in touch.
Address
23347 Clay Road
Katy, TX 77494
Venom Cafe
Smoothies, recovery options, and nutrient-heavy combinations at the Katy location.
Contact
Phone: (346) 387-9035
Email: speciesgym@yahoo.com
GM: mercedesluehr@speciesgymkaty.com
Instagram DMs: @species_gym
Hours: Open and staffed 24 hours, 365 days a year.