Best Gyms & Fitness in Collingwood Melbourne — 2026

We’ve tested every best gyms and fitness option in Collingwood to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. House is the one everyone knows. Pearl House is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Smith Street is one of Melbourne’s grittiest and most vibrant strips. Collingwood sits in the Inner East corridor, 3km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best gyms and fitness scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Collingwood since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Peak Performance Collingwood — 64 Bell Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

Membership: $22/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: rowing machines, spin bikes, functional training rig, stretching area, treadmills, yoga studio Classes: barre, pilates, spin, HIIT Best for: group fitness classes

Peak Performance in Collingwood has a friendly community vibe. The rowing machines section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Free parking is available on site.

At $22/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: Saturday mornings are busy — Sunday is better.

2. Goodlife Health Collingwood — 212 Bell Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

Membership: $14/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: rowing machines, squat racks, saunas, boxing bags, spin bikes Classes: Zumba, barre, body pump Best for: functional training

Goodlife Health in Collingwood has more floor space than you expect. The rowing machines section is better than most comparable gyms. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.

At $14/week it is reasonable for what you get. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The change rooms are clean and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

3. Jetts Fitness Collingwood — 11 Sydney Grove, Collingwood VIC 3174

Membership: $31/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: rowing machines, stretching area, treadmills, free weight area, saunas, yoga studio Classes: barre, boxing, body pump Best for: group fitness classes

Jetts Fitness in Collingwood has recently upgraded facilities. The rowing machines section is better than most comparable gyms. Free parking is available on site.

At $31/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. They offer a free trial week. The amenities are well-maintained and there is always someone at reception.

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

4. Core Fitness Collingwood — 63 William Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

Membership: $34/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: cable machines, yoga studio, stretching area, treadmills Classes: body pump, circuit training, HIIT, yoga Best for: casual gym-goers

Core Fitness in Collingwood has recently upgraded facilities. The cable machines section is better than most comparable gyms. Free parking is available on site.

At $34/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: Before 7am or after 8pm for minimal crowds.

5. Anytime Fitness Collingwood — 343 Sydney Grove, Collingwood VIC 3174

Membership: $20/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: spin bikes, stretching area, free weight area, saunas, cable machines, boxing bags Classes: barre, Zumba, pilates, HIIT Best for: group fitness classes

Anytime Fitness in Collingwood has recently upgraded facilities. The spin bikes section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $20/week it is reasonable for what you get. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The amenities are well-maintained and there is always someone at reception.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

The Collingwood That Locals Know

Smith Street is one of Melbourne’s grittiest and most vibrant strips. Craft breweries, galleries, and independent bars. The best gyms and fitness options here reflect Collingwood’s character. If you’re living in or near Collingwood, 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. F45 Training Collingwood — 305 Albert Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

Membership: $12/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: cable machines, saunas, treadmills, spin bikes Classes: body pump, HIIT, pilates Best for: group fitness classes

F45 Training in Collingwood has recently upgraded facilities. 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 $12/week it is reasonable for what you get. Student discounts available. The locker situation is fine and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

7. Goodlife Health Collingwood — 192 William Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

Membership: $33/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: free weight area, rowing machines, saunas, spin bikes, leg press Classes: circuit training, pilates, spin, CrossFit-style Best for: casual gym-goers

Goodlife Health in Collingwood has recently upgraded facilities. The free weight area section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.

At $33/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. Student discounts available. The locker situation is fine and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

8. Iron Tribe Collingwood — 38 William Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

Membership: $15/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: stretching area, squat racks, leg press, rowing machines Classes: yoga, circuit training, body pump Best for: serious lifters

Iron Tribe in Collingwood has more floor space than you expect. The stretching area section is better than most comparable gyms. Free parking is available on site.

At $15/week it is reasonable for what you get. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The amenities are well-maintained and the music isn’t painfully loud.

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

9. Zap Fitness Collingwood — 139 Cecil Avenue, Collingwood VIC 3174

Membership: $23/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: squat racks, yoga studio, spin bikes, stretching area Classes: CrossFit-style, Zumba, spin, HIIT, circuit training Best for: serious lifters

Zap Fitness in Collingwood has more floor space than you expect. The squat racks section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $23/week it is reasonable for what you get. They offer a free trial week. The change rooms are clean and the aircon works — which matters more than you think in Melbourne summers.

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

10. Genesis Fitness Collingwood — 17 Albert Terrace, Collingwood VIC 3174

Membership: $29/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: spin bikes, leg press, yoga studio, rowing machines Classes: circuit training, body pump, HIIT, boxing, CrossFit-style Best for: serious lifters

Genesis Fitness in Collingwood has recently upgraded facilities. The spin bikes section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $29/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: Saturday mornings are busy — Sunday is better.

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FAQ

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

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

Is Collingwood good for best gyms and fitness?

Yes. Collingwood has 10+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.

What is Collingwood known for?

Smith Street is one of Melbourne’s grittiest and most vibrant strips.

How far is Collingwood from Melbourne CBD?

Collingwood is 3km, 10min tram, 8min drive from Melbourne CBD.

The truth about Collingwood: it’s better than its reputation and worse than the real estate ads suggest. Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.

Last updated: March 2026