Best Gyms & Fitness in Hawthorn East Melbourne — 2026

The best gyms and fitness scene in Hawthorn East is genuinely worth exploring. Start at Little Social, then check out Zara’s. Residential suburb with access to Camberwell Junction and Auburn Road shops. Located 14-22km from the CBD, Hawthorn East is part of Melbourne’s Middle East 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 Hawthorn East locals actually recommend.

1. F45 Training Hawthorn East — 150 Thomas Place, Hawthorn East VIC 3128

Membership: $20/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: cable machines, squat racks, free weight area, yoga studio Classes: Zumba, boxing, pilates, barre Best for: HIIT workouts

F45 Training in Hawthorn East has more floor space than you expect. The cable machines section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $20/week it is reasonable for what you get. They offer a free trial week. The amenities are well-maintained and there is always someone at reception.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

2. Anytime Fitness Hawthorn East — 273 Thomas Place, Hawthorn East VIC 3128

Membership: $18/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: free weight area, saunas, spin bikes, cable machines, stretching area Classes: circuit training, spin, body pump, HIIT, yoga Best for: serious lifters

Anytime Fitness in Hawthorn East has recently upgraded facilities. The free weight area 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. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The shower facilities are decent and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

3. Fitness First Hawthorn East — 44 Ash Crescent, Hawthorn East VIC 3128

Membership: $21/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: treadmills, rowing machines, free weight area, boxing bags Classes: Zumba, circuit training, yoga, boxing Best for: casual gym-goers

Fitness First in Hawthorn East has a solid range of equipment. The treadmills section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $21/week it is reasonable for what you get. They offer a free trial week. The change rooms are clean and there is always someone at reception.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

4. Core Fitness Hawthorn East — 274 Thomas Place, Hawthorn East VIC 3128

Membership: $21/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: leg press, saunas, free weight area, yoga studio, functional training rig Classes: HIIT, boxing, Zumba, barre Best for: serious lifters

Core Fitness in Hawthorn East has more floor space than you expect. 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 $21/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: Before 7am or after 8pm for minimal crowds.

5. Snap Fitness Hawthorn East — 304 Elizabeth Drive, Hawthorn East VIC 3128

Membership: $28/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: yoga studio, leg press, stretching area, rowing machines, saunas Classes: boxing, HIIT, circuit training, Zumba Best for: HIIT workouts

Snap Fitness in Hawthorn East has recently upgraded facilities. The yoga studio section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $28/week it is reasonable for what you get. They offer a free trial week. The change rooms are clean and the music isn’t painfully loud.

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

What Nobody Tells You About Hawthorn East

Residential suburb with access to Camberwell Junction and Auburn Road shops. The best gyms and fitness options here reflect Hawthorn East’s character. If you’re living in or near Hawthorn East, 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. Iron Tribe Hawthorn East — 145 Elizabeth Drive, Hawthorn East VIC 3128

Membership: $15/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: yoga studio, leg press, treadmills, free weight area, functional training rig Classes: Zumba, CrossFit-style, HIIT, barre, boxing Best for: casual gym-goers

Iron Tribe in Hawthorn East has more floor space than you expect. The yoga studio section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.

At $15/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.

7. F45 Training Hawthorn East — 271 South Place, Hawthorn East VIC 3128

Membership: $17/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: spin bikes, treadmills, yoga studio, boxing bags, squat racks, stretching area Classes: barre, Zumba, pilates Best for: functional training

F45 Training in Hawthorn East has more floor space than you expect. The spin bikes section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.

At $17/week it is one of the better deals in the area. They offer a free trial week. The change rooms are clean and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

8. Goodlife Health Hawthorn East — 163 South Place, Hawthorn East VIC 3128

Membership: $31/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: saunas, leg press, treadmills, boxing bags, squat racks Classes: Zumba, yoga, pilates Best for: beginners

Goodlife Health in Hawthorn East has more floor space than you expect. The saunas section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $31/week it is one of the better deals in the area. They offer a free trial week. The amenities are well-maintained and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

9. Genesis Fitness Hawthorn East — 221 Elizabeth Drive, Hawthorn East VIC 3128

Membership: $30/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: rowing machines, squat racks, yoga studio, free weight area, functional training rig Classes: barre, CrossFit-style, body pump, Zumba, pilates Best for: functional training

Genesis Fitness in Hawthorn East has more floor space than you expect. The rowing machines section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.

At $30/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The shower facilities are decent and the aircon works — which matters more than you think in Melbourne summers.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

10. Core Fitness Hawthorn East — 182 South Place, Hawthorn East VIC 3128

Membership: $24/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: treadmills, stretching area, yoga studio, squat racks Classes: boxing, HIIT, yoga, barre, pilates Best for: HIIT workouts

Core Fitness in Hawthorn East 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 $24/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.

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FAQ

What are the best best gyms and fitness options in Hawthorn East?

Leo’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Hawthorn East good for best gyms and fitness?

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

What is Hawthorn East known for?

Residential suburb with access to Camberwell Junction and Auburn Road shops.

How far is Hawthorn East from Melbourne CBD?

Hawthorn East is 14-22km, 25-38min train, 20-30min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Hawthorn East isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.

Last updated: March 2026