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Former site of Detroit's longest-running gay health spa, TNT Health Club, in foreclosure

The former site of TNT Health Club, one of Detroit's first gay health clubs, is in foreclosure and heading to auction.

The former health club at 13333 W. Eight Mile is now listed under a Jim Short Construction Inc. on the Wayne County Treasurer's foreclosure list. Their dues in back taxes are $36,167.09, and the auction on the property will be taking place this fall.

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TNT Health Club slam down in summer 2018 and was open longer than another gay bathhouse in the city. Some of the amenities offered at TNT while it was still in business were that of a heated swimming pool, a whirlpool, a steam room, Finnish sauna, weight room, and movie lounges.

Gay bathhouses were created out of a need for exclusively gay spaces, especially somewhere concealed from outside scrutiny and bigotry. After the AIDS crisis in the 80s, TNT was apparently the last one standing

75 private changing rooms, 2 TV lounges, steam sauna and more. Jacuzzi only on weekends.

open: 24hrs; prices: US$ 10.- / annual membership: US$ 50.-; number of lockers: 100/75

  • Gay. Exclusively or almost exclusively gay men
  • Air conditioning
  • Showers
  • Relax room
  • Steam bath
  • Whirlpool / Jacuzzi / Hot tub
  • Free extra towels
  • Work-out equipment available
  • Darkroom
  • Sling
  • Free condoms
  • Video shows

Address

1617 East McNichols Road | Detroit

+13133669663

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