Life Time Sea Otter Classic Showcases How Sport, Community and Industry Come Together
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) returned to Laguna Seca Raceway April 16–19 for the 36th Life Time Sea Otter Classic, a four‑day cycling and outdoor festival that drew more than 75,000 attendees.
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Life Time (NYSE: LTH) returned to Laguna Seca Raceway April 16–19 for the 36th Life Time Sea Otter Classic, a four‑day cycling and outdoor festival that drew more than 75,000 attendees. New in 2026: a trail run with 5K and 17K distances and >700 participants.
The event hosted over 1,000 exhibiting brands, and Industry Connect participation grew more than 35% year‑over‑year. Sea Otter is one of nearly 30 athletic events produced by Life Time, linking events to clubs, digital platforms, and wellness programming.
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Key Figures
- Event duration
- 4 days
- Life Time Sea Otter Classic festival length
- Event year
- 36th year
- Longevity of Sea Otter Classic
- Attendees
- more than 75,000
- 2026 Sea Otter Classic festival attendance
- Exhibiting brands
- more than 1,000
- Cycling and outdoor industry exhibitors at event
- Industry Connect growth
- more than 35%
- Year-over-year growth of Industry Connect program
- Trail run distances
- 5K and 17K
- New trail run offerings at 2026 event
- Trail run participants
- more than 700
- Inaugural trail run participation
- Premier events
- nearly 30
- Number of athletic events owned and produced by Life Time
Historical Context
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Launch of HYBRID XT group training linked to LT Games competition pathway.
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Nationwide rollout of SpiroFit VO₂ max and metabolic testing across clubs.
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Announcement of Q1 2026 earnings release and conference call schedule.
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Telemedicine and longevity collaboration expanding clinics and biologics ecosystem.
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Opening of first Idaho luxury athletic club with full wellness amenities.
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Four‑day festival reflects Life Time's commitment to healthy, active lifestyles – no matter how you move
Long recognized as a must-attend event within the cycling industry, the Life Time Sea Otter Classic has increasingly evolved into a broader cultural gathering – one that reflects the growing mainstream enthusiasm for outdoor living, wellness, and sport. The four-day festival welcomed more than 75,000 attendees, including athletes, families, and industry leaders from around the globe. Since incorporating the iconic event into its portfolio, Life Time has continued to expand the event into a truly inclusive outdoor experience – encouraging people of all ages and abilities to get active.
The event's festival‑style approach continued to expand in 2026 with the introduction of a trail run, offering 5K and 17K distances that attracted more than 700 participants in its inaugural year. The addition complements the more than six cycling disciplines already offered for racing, riding and demoing.
"At Life Time, we believe athletic events are powerful cultural moments," said Kimo Seymour, Senior Vice President of Events at Life Time. "They're where community is built, where people discover what they're capable of, and where healthy habits take hold. The Sea Otter Classic represents a powerful expression of our unique Healthy Way of Life ecosystem – guided by the same commitment to excellence, quality and experience that defines everything we do."
The Sea Otter Classic also plays a vital role in supporting the health of the cycling and outdoor industry. With more than 1,000 exhibiting brands, the event serves as a global platform for product launches, innovation, collaboration, and growth. Through its Industry Connect program – which grew more than
The Life Time Sea Otter Classic is one of nearly 30 premier athletic events owned and produced by Life Time, including the Miami Marathon, UNBOUND Gravel, and the Leadville Race Series. Together, these events form a connected ecosystem that complements Life Time's athletic country clubs, digital platforms, and wellness programming—offering multiple entry points to an active, healthy lifestyle for members and non‑members alike.
For more information about Life Time athletic events, including event registrations, visit https://my.lifetime.life/athletic-events.html.
About Life Time
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its more than 190 athletic country clubs across the
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