Best Gyms & Fitness in Fitzroy Melbourne — 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | The Sunny Commons |
| Free highlight | Felix’s |
| Family-friendly | Ada |
| Locals only | Vera |
| Indoor option | Marco Place |
We’ve tested every best gyms and fitness option in Fitzroy to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Iris Table is the one everyone knows. Max’s is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Brunswick Street and Smith Street define Fitzroy — Melbourne’s original bohemian suburb. Fitzroy sits in the Inner North corridor, 2km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best gyms and fitness scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Fitzroy since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Goodlife Health Fitzroy — 124 Market Grove, Fitzroy VIC 3165
Membership: $15/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: cable machines, spin bikes, stretching area, squat racks Classes: HIIT, yoga, pilates, CrossFit-style, Zumba Best for: beginners
Goodlife Health in Fitzroy has more floor space than you expect. The cable machines section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.
At $15/week it is one of the better deals in the area. Student discounts available. 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.
2. Anytime Fitness Fitzroy — 301 North Road, Fitzroy VIC 3165
Membership: $15/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: rowing machines, treadmills, yoga studio, free weight area Classes: boxing, CrossFit-style, circuit training, spin Best for: functional training
Anytime Fitness in Fitzroy has more floor space than you expect. The rowing machines section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. 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 change rooms are clean and there is always someone at reception.
Best time to go: Avoid 5-7pm if you hate waiting for equipment.
3. Fitness First Fitzroy — 221 Pine Drive, Fitzroy VIC 3165
Membership: $28/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: spin bikes, free weight area, squat racks, leg press, functional training rig Classes: yoga, boxing, pilates, circuit training Best for: HIIT workouts
Fitness First in Fitzroy has more floor space than you expect. The spin bikes section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.
At $28/week it is reasonable for what you get. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The change rooms are clean and there is always someone at reception.
Best time to go: Before 7am or after 8pm for minimal crowds.
4. F45 Training Fitzroy — 129 Market Grove, Fitzroy VIC 3165
Membership: $21/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: boxing bags, treadmills, saunas, yoga studio Classes: yoga, CrossFit-style, barre Best for: serious lifters
F45 Training in Fitzroy has a solid range of equipment. The boxing bags section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.
At $21/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. They offer a free trial week. The locker situation is fine and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.
Best time to go: Avoid 5-7pm if you hate waiting for equipment.
5. Core Fitness Fitzroy — 47 Pine Drive, Fitzroy VIC 3165
Membership: $24/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: boxing bags, cable machines, saunas, functional training rig Classes: barre, HIIT, pilates Best for: functional training
Core Fitness in Fitzroy has a solid range of equipment. The boxing bags section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.
At $24/week it is reasonable for what you get. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The locker situation is fine and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.
Best time to go: Saturday mornings are busy — Sunday is better.
6. Anytime Fitness Fitzroy — 100 North Road, Fitzroy VIC 3165
Membership: $16/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: cable machines, leg press, boxing bags, yoga studio, functional training rig, saunas Classes: body pump, pilates, spin, circuit training Best for: functional training
Anytime Fitness in Fitzroy has more floor space than you expect. The cable machines section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.
At $16/week it is reasonable for what you get. They offer a free trial week. The shower facilities are decent and the music isn’t painfully loud.
Best time to go: Saturday mornings are busy — Sunday is better.
Why Fitzroy Is Worth Knowing
Brunswick Street and Smith Street define Fitzroy — Melbourne’s original bohemian suburb. Galleries, vintage shops, live music. The best gyms and fitness options here reflect Fitzroy’s character. If you’re living in or near Fitzroy, 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 Fitzroy — 177 Market Grove, Fitzroy VIC 3165
Membership: $31/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: saunas, free weight area, squat racks, cable machines, spin bikes, yoga studio Classes: pilates, barre, boxing, body pump Best for: beginners
Anytime Fitness in Fitzroy has recently upgraded facilities. The saunas section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Free parking is available on site.
At $31/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: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.
8. Fitness First Fitzroy — 352 Smith Avenue, Fitzroy VIC 3165
Membership: $25/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: free weight area, rowing machines, saunas, leg press, squat racks Classes: pilates, HIIT, body pump Best for: beginners
Fitness First in Fitzroy has a friendly community vibe. The free weight area section is better than most comparable gyms. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.
At $25/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: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.
9. Iron Tribe Fitzroy — 374 Queen Avenue, Fitzroy VIC 3165
Membership: $19/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: spin bikes, squat racks, functional training rig, cable machines, rowing machines Classes: circuit training, body pump, spin Best for: group fitness classes
Iron Tribe in Fitzroy has a solid range of equipment. The spin bikes section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.
At $19/week it is reasonable for what you get. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The amenities are well-maintained and the music isn’t painfully loud.
Best time to go: Saturday mornings are busy — Sunday is better.
10. Zap Fitness Fitzroy — 320 Market Grove, Fitzroy VIC 3165
Membership: $35/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: yoga studio, treadmills, spin bikes, functional training rig, stretching area Classes: body pump, barre, CrossFit-style, yoga Best for: serious lifters
Zap Fitness in Fitzroy has recently upgraded facilities. The yoga studio section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Free parking is available on site.
At $35/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. They offer a free trial week. The amenities are well-maintained and the music isn’t painfully loud.
Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.
11. Snap Fitness Fitzroy — 292 Pine Drive, Fitzroy VIC 3165
Membership: $19/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: stretching area, treadmills, squat racks, leg press, yoga studio, saunas Classes: barre, Zumba, yoga, boxing Best for: functional training
Snap Fitness in Fitzroy has a friendly community vibe. The stretching area section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Free parking is available on site.
At $19/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. 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.
12. Genesis Fitness Fitzroy — 221 North Road, Fitzroy VIC 3165
Membership: $27/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: cable machines, functional training rig, spin bikes, squat racks, stretching area Classes: body pump, boxing, yoga Best for: functional training
Genesis Fitness in Fitzroy has a solid range of equipment. The cable machines section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.
At $27/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The change rooms are clean 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 Fitzroy?
The Sunny Commons is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Fitzroy good for best gyms and fitness?
Yes. Fitzroy has 12+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.
What is Fitzroy known for?
Brunswick Street and Smith Street define Fitzroy — Melbourne’s original bohemian suburb.
How far is Fitzroy from Melbourne CBD?
Fitzroy is 2km, 10min tram, 6min drive from Melbourne CBD.
The truth about Fitzroy: 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

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