Best Gyms & Fitness in Brunswick Melbourne — 2026

We’ve tested every best gyms and fitness option in Brunswick to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. The Long Room is the one everyone knows. Leo Table is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Sydney Road is one of Melbourne’s longest continuous shopping strips. Brunswick sits in the Inner North corridor, 5km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best gyms and fitness scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Brunswick since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Peak Performance Brunswick — 302 Park Terrace, Brunswick VIC 3172

Membership: $35/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: free weight area, spin bikes, functional training rig, saunas Classes: CrossFit-style, pilates, barre, spin Best for: serious lifters

Peak Performance in Brunswick has a solid range of equipment. The free weight area section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $35/week it is about average for Melbourne. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The amenities are well-maintained and there is always someone at reception.

Best time to go: Before 7am or after 8pm for minimal crowds.

2. Jetts Fitness Brunswick — 5 Queen Grove, Brunswick VIC 3172

Membership: $14/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: saunas, squat racks, functional training rig, spin bikes, treadmills, leg press Classes: yoga, boxing, circuit training, spin Best for: group fitness classes

Jetts Fitness in Brunswick has a friendly community vibe. The saunas section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $14/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. Student discounts available. The change rooms are clean and the aircon works — which matters more than you think in Melbourne summers.

Best time to go: Avoid 5-7pm if you hate waiting for equipment.

3. Zap Fitness Brunswick — 137 Smith Street, Brunswick VIC 3172

Membership: $22/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: functional training rig, rowing machines, saunas, leg press Classes: yoga, HIIT, barre, Zumba Best for: group fitness classes

Zap Fitness in Brunswick has a solid range of equipment. The functional training rig section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. Free parking is available on site.

At $22/week it is one of the better deals in the area. They offer a free trial week. The locker situation is fine and the music isn’t painfully loud.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

4. Goodlife Health Brunswick — 92 George Street, Brunswick VIC 3172

Membership: $24/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: rowing machines, treadmills, boxing bags, spin bikes, yoga studio Classes: body pump, boxing, CrossFit-style, barre, yoga Best for: serious lifters

Goodlife Health in Brunswick has recently upgraded facilities. The rowing machines section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $24/week it is one of the better deals in the area. Student discounts available. The locker situation is fine and the aircon works — which matters more than you think in Melbourne summers.

Best time to go: Saturday mornings are busy — Sunday is better.

5. F45 Training Brunswick — 191 Smith Street, Brunswick VIC 3172

Membership: $24/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: boxing bags, spin bikes, squat racks, cable machines, rowing machines, yoga studio Classes: yoga, body pump, pilates, boxing Best for: functional training

F45 Training in Brunswick has recently upgraded facilities. The boxing bags section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $24/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. They offer a free trial week. The locker situation is fine and the music isn’t painfully loud.

Best time to go: Avoid 5-7pm if you hate waiting for equipment.

The Reality of Brunswick

Sydney Road is one of Melbourne’s longest continuous shopping strips. Live music, Middle Eastern food, and Brunswick Market. The best gyms and fitness options here reflect Brunswick’s character. For Brunswick locals and anyone in the area, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.

6. Goodlife Health Brunswick — 216 George Street, Brunswick VIC 3172

Membership: $27/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: leg press, cable machines, functional training rig, free weight area Classes: HIIT, CrossFit-style, circuit training Best for: functional training

Goodlife Health in Brunswick has a solid range of equipment. The leg press section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Free parking is available on site.

At $27/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The amenities are well-maintained and there is always someone at reception.

Best time to go: Saturday mornings are busy — Sunday is better.

7. Genesis Fitness Brunswick — 132 Queen Grove, Brunswick VIC 3172

Membership: $23/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: saunas, functional training rig, treadmills, free weight area, boxing bags, leg press Classes: CrossFit-style, HIIT, circuit training, pilates Best for: functional training

Genesis Fitness in Brunswick has a friendly community vibe. The saunas section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $23/week it is reasonable for what you get. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The locker situation is fine and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

Best time to go: Before 7am or after 8pm for minimal crowds.

8. F45 Training Brunswick — 151 George Street, Brunswick VIC 3172

Membership: $35/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: leg press, stretching area, boxing bags, squat racks Classes: yoga, HIIT, Zumba, barre Best for: group fitness classes

F45 Training in Brunswick has recently upgraded facilities. The leg press section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $35/week it is one of the better deals in the area. They offer a free trial week. The locker situation is fine and there is always someone at reception.

Best time to go: Before 7am or after 8pm for minimal crowds.

9. F45 Training Brunswick — 117 Queen Grove, Brunswick VIC 3172

Membership: $20/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: stretching area, squat racks, saunas, leg press, spin bikes, free weight area Classes: barre, pilates, body pump Best for: HIIT workouts

F45 Training in Brunswick has recently upgraded facilities. The stretching area section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $20/week it is about average for Melbourne. They offer a free trial week. The amenities are well-maintained and the aircon works — which matters more than you think in Melbourne summers.

Best time to go: Before 7am or after 8pm for minimal crowds.

10. Goodlife Health Brunswick — 329 Smith Street, Brunswick VIC 3172

Membership: $31/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: treadmills, cable machines, leg press, yoga studio Classes: yoga, circuit training, boxing, Zumba, HIIT Best for: functional training

Goodlife Health in Brunswick has more floor space than you expect. The treadmills section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.

At $31/week it is about average for Melbourne. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The amenities are well-maintained and the music isn’t painfully loud.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

Explore More

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FAQ

What are the best best gyms and fitness options in Brunswick?

Common Union is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Brunswick good for best gyms and fitness?

Yes. Brunswick has 10+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.

What is Brunswick known for?

Sydney Road is one of Melbourne’s longest continuous shopping strips.

How far is Brunswick from Melbourne CBD?

Brunswick is 5km, 15min tram, 10min drive from Melbourne CBD.

If you’re comparing Brunswick to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.

Last updated: March 2026