Best Gyms & Fitness in Cheltenham Melbourne — 2026

The best gyms and fitness scene in Cheltenham is better than most people realise. Start at Humble Corner, then check out Sunny Mill. IKEA anchors it as a retail destination. Located 18km from the CBD, Cheltenham is part of Melbourne’s Bayside region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Cheltenham locals actually recommend.

1. Snap Fitness Cheltenham — 335 Collins Lane, Cheltenham VIC 3194

Membership: $18/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: functional training rig, boxing bags, treadmills, cable machines, saunas Classes: barre, body pump, spin, CrossFit-style, boxing Best for: serious lifters

Snap Fitness in Cheltenham has a friendly community vibe. The functional training rig section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Free parking is available on site.

At $18/week it is about average for Melbourne. Student discounts available. The amenities are well-maintained and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

2. Goodlife Health Cheltenham — 112 Church Street, Cheltenham VIC 3194

Membership: $32/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: squat racks, boxing bags, cable machines, treadmills, leg press, stretching area Classes: pilates, barre, Zumba Best for: serious lifters

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

At $32/week it is one of the better deals in the area. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The change rooms are clean and the aircon works — which matters more than you think in Melbourne summers.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

3. Peak Performance Cheltenham — 8 Bourke Terrace, Cheltenham VIC 3194

Membership: $34/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: boxing bags, saunas, stretching area, spin bikes, leg press, cable machines Classes: yoga, boxing, CrossFit-style Best for: beginners

Peak Performance in Cheltenham has a solid range of equipment. The boxing bags section is better than most comparable gyms. Free parking is available on site.

At $34/week it is about average for Melbourne. Student discounts available. The change rooms are clean and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

4. Snap Fitness Cheltenham — 181 Church Street, Cheltenham VIC 3194

Membership: $27/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: spin bikes, yoga studio, treadmills, free weight area, boxing bags, cable machines Classes: barre, body pump, circuit training Best for: functional training

Snap Fitness in Cheltenham has more floor space than you expect. The spin bikes section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $27/week it is reasonable for what you get. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The amenities are well-maintained 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. Core Fitness Cheltenham — 162 Park Street, Cheltenham VIC 3194

Membership: $22/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: leg press, stretching area, functional training rig, yoga studio, rowing machines, saunas Classes: HIIT, Zumba, pilates, barre, boxing Best for: serious lifters

Core Fitness in Cheltenham has more floor space than you expect. The leg press section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $22/week it is reasonable for what you get. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. 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.

6. Plus Fitness Cheltenham — 255 Church Street, Cheltenham VIC 3194

Membership: $16/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: stretching area, yoga studio, functional training rig, leg press, cable machines, rowing machines Classes: Zumba, HIIT, CrossFit-style Best for: HIIT workouts

Plus Fitness in Cheltenham has a solid range of equipment. The stretching area section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.

At $16/week it is reasonable for what you get. Student discounts available. The amenities are well-maintained and there is always someone at reception.

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

Why Locals Stay in Cheltenham

IKEA anchors it as a retail destination. Southland shopping centre nearby. Bayside beach access close. The best gyms and fitness options here reflect Cheltenham’s character. If you’re living in or near Cheltenham, 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.

7. Anytime Fitness Cheltenham — 206 Park Street, Cheltenham VIC 3194

Membership: $20/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: saunas, boxing bags, stretching area, free weight area Classes: body pump, Zumba, pilates, CrossFit-style, barre Best for: beginners

Anytime Fitness in Cheltenham has a friendly community vibe. The saunas section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Free parking is available on site.

At $20/week it is reasonable for what you get. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The locker situation is fine and there is always someone at reception.

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

8. Jetts Fitness Cheltenham — 252 Bourke Terrace, Cheltenham VIC 3194

Membership: $15/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: saunas, squat racks, rowing machines, boxing bags, cable machines, yoga studio Classes: CrossFit-style, barre, body pump Best for: serious lifters

Jetts Fitness in Cheltenham has more floor space than you expect. The saunas section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $15/week it is one of the better deals in the area. Student discounts available. The locker situation is fine and there is always someone at reception.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

9. Anytime Fitness Cheltenham — 118 Bourke Terrace, Cheltenham VIC 3194

Membership: $14/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: yoga studio, functional training rig, spin bikes, cable machines, boxing bags, rowing machines Classes: Zumba, pilates, barre, HIIT, boxing Best for: group fitness classes

Anytime Fitness in Cheltenham has a friendly community vibe. The yoga studio section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $14/week it is about average for Melbourne. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The shower facilities are decent and there is always someone at reception.

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

10. Goodlife Health Cheltenham — 26 Collins Lane, Cheltenham VIC 3194

Membership: $30/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: treadmills, squat racks, yoga studio, cable machines, spin bikes, functional training rig Classes: body pump, barre, HIIT, CrossFit-style, Zumba Best for: serious lifters

Goodlife Health in Cheltenham has more floor space than you expect. The treadmills section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $30/week it is reasonable for what you get. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The locker situation is fine and the music isn’t painfully loud.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

11. Plus Fitness Cheltenham — 315 Victoria Crescent, Cheltenham VIC 3194

Membership: $20/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: cable machines, rowing machines, leg press, treadmills, saunas Classes: yoga, CrossFit-style, Zumba, HIIT Best for: serious lifters

Plus Fitness in Cheltenham has a solid range of equipment. The cable machines section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $20/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: Saturday mornings are busy — Sunday is better.

12. Core Fitness Cheltenham — 256 Collins Lane, Cheltenham VIC 3194

Membership: $19/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: squat racks, cable machines, functional training rig, rowing machines, spin bikes, saunas Classes: barre, body pump, boxing, circuit training Best for: serious lifters

Core Fitness in Cheltenham has more floor space than you expect. The squat racks section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Free parking is available on site.

At $19/week it is reasonable for what you get. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The locker situation is fine and the music isn’t painfully loud.

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

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FAQ

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

The Humble Store is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Cheltenham good for best gyms and fitness?

Yes. Cheltenham has 12+ genuine options. The scene is growing and well worth exploring.

What is Cheltenham known for?

IKEA anchors it as a retail destination.

How far is Cheltenham from Melbourne CBD?

Cheltenham is 18km, 32min train, 25min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Cheltenham is the kind of suburb you move to for practical reasons and stay for the character. Give it six months. You’ll stop driving to the inner city for everything.

Last updated: March 2026