Best Gyms & Fitness in Fairfield Melbourne — 2026

We’ve tested every best gyms and fitness option in Fairfield to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Southern Table is the one everyone knows. Zara Union is the sleeper. Prices are reasonable — coffee at $4.50-5.00, dinner at $22-38. Fairfield Village on Station Street has independent cafes and the Fairfield Boathouse on the Yarra River. Fairfield sits in the Middle North corridor, 7km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best gyms and fitness scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Fairfield since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Snap Fitness Fairfield — 91 Henry Place, Fairfield VIC 3074

Membership: $14/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: treadmills, spin bikes, rowing machines, squat racks, free weight area Classes: boxing, Zumba, body pump, pilates Best for: casual gym-goers

Snap Fitness in Fairfield has a friendly community vibe. The treadmills section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $14/week it is reasonable for what you get. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. 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.

2. Iron Tribe Fairfield — 325 Henry Place, Fairfield VIC 3074

Membership: $35/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: spin bikes, saunas, functional training rig, free weight area Classes: Zumba, yoga, spin Best for: functional training

Iron Tribe in Fairfield has a solid range of equipment. The spin bikes section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $35/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The locker situation is fine and there is always someone at reception.

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

3. Snap Fitness Fairfield — 193 Rowan Parade, Fairfield VIC 3074

Membership: $13/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: stretching area, functional training rig, cable machines, treadmills, squat racks, saunas Classes: body pump, barre, spin, HIIT, Zumba Best for: functional training

Snap Fitness in Fairfield has a friendly community vibe. The stretching area section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $13/week it is reasonable for what you get. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The shower facilities are decent and there is always someone at reception.

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

4. Core Fitness Fairfield — 37 Church Terrace, Fairfield VIC 3074

Membership: $25/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: stretching area, functional training rig, treadmills, leg press, cable machines Classes: pilates, HIIT, Zumba, body pump, boxing Best for: beginners

Core Fitness in Fairfield has recently upgraded facilities. The stretching area section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $25/week it is about average for Melbourne. They offer a free trial week. The shower facilities are decent and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

5. Anytime Fitness Fairfield — 95 Plenty Drive, Fairfield VIC 3074

Membership: $31/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: boxing bags, cable machines, saunas, rowing machines, free weight area Classes: Zumba, CrossFit-style, pilates Best for: functional training

Anytime Fitness in Fairfield has a friendly community vibe. The boxing bags section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $31/week it is reasonable for what you get. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The shower facilities are decent and the aircon works — which matters more than you think in Melbourne summers.

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

6. Core Fitness Fairfield — 264 Rowan Parade, Fairfield VIC 3074

Membership: $18/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: boxing bags, functional training rig, free weight area, rowing machines, yoga studio, stretching area Classes: body pump, circuit training, yoga Best for: serious lifters

Core Fitness in Fairfield has more floor space than you expect. The boxing bags section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. Free parking is available on site.

At $18/week it is one of the better deals in the area. 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.

Fairfield — The Honest Version

Fairfield Village on Station Street has independent cafes and the Fairfield Boathouse on the Yarra River. The best gyms and fitness options here reflect Fairfield’s character. Whether you’re based in Fairfield or visiting from nearby, 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. Goodlife Health Fairfield — 375 Plenty Drive, Fairfield VIC 3074

Membership: $26/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: stretching area, leg press, yoga studio, boxing bags, spin bikes, saunas Classes: body pump, HIIT, yoga, spin, barre Best for: functional training

Goodlife Health in Fairfield has a friendly community vibe. The stretching area section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.

At $26/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 there is always someone at reception.

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

8. F45 Training Fairfield — 101 Rowan Parade, Fairfield VIC 3074

Membership: $21/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: spin bikes, functional training rig, cable machines, rowing machines Classes: yoga, pilates, CrossFit-style, Zumba, circuit training Best for: functional training

F45 Training in Fairfield has a solid range of equipment. The spin bikes section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $21/week it is reasonable for what you get. Student discounts available. 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.

9. Snap Fitness Fairfield — 320 Rowan Parade, Fairfield VIC 3074

Membership: $23/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: treadmills, spin bikes, boxing bags, saunas, cable machines Classes: HIIT, boxing, spin, yoga Best for: casual gym-goers

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

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 music isn’t painfully loud.

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

10. Plus Fitness Fairfield — 195 Henry Place, Fairfield VIC 3074

Membership: $25/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: rowing machines, boxing bags, spin bikes, yoga studio Classes: CrossFit-style, yoga, circuit training Best for: group fitness classes

Plus Fitness in Fairfield has a friendly community vibe. The rowing machines section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Free parking is available on site.

At $25/week it is about average for Melbourne. 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.

11. Core Fitness Fairfield — 241 Rowan Parade, Fairfield VIC 3074

Membership: $25/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: squat racks, free weight area, leg press, stretching area, functional training rig Classes: CrossFit-style, boxing, body pump, yoga Best for: functional training

Core Fitness in Fairfield has a solid range of equipment. The squat racks section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Free parking is available on site.

At $25/week it is reasonable for what you get. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The change rooms are clean and the music isn’t painfully loud.

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

12. Genesis Fitness Fairfield — 201 Church Terrace, Fairfield VIC 3074

Membership: $23/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: squat racks, spin bikes, free weight area, saunas Classes: yoga, Zumba, CrossFit-style Best for: casual gym-goers

Genesis Fitness in Fairfield has a solid range of equipment. The squat racks section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Free parking is available on site.

At $23/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: Before 7am or after 8pm for minimal crowds.

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FAQ

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

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

Is Fairfield good for best gyms and fitness?

Yes. Fairfield has 12+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.

What is Fairfield known for?

Fairfield Village on Station Street has independent cafes and the Fairfield Boathouse on the Yarra River.

How far is Fairfield from Melbourne CBD?

Fairfield is 7km, 16min train, 14min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Fairfield 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