Best Gyms & Fitness in Lilydale Melbourne — 2026

We’ve tested every best gyms and fitness option in Lilydale to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Nina’s is the one everyone knows. Zara Union is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Traditional gateway to the Yarra Valley wine region. Lilydale sits in the Outer East corridor, 35km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best gyms and fitness scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Lilydale since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Snap Fitness Lilydale — 217 Park Street, Lilydale VIC 3171

Membership: $16/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: cable machines, boxing bags, leg press, spin bikes, free weight area, saunas Classes: CrossFit-style, body pump, spin Best for: beginners

Snap Fitness in Lilydale 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 $16/week it is about average for Melbourne. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The shower facilities are decent and there is always someone at reception.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

2. Anytime Fitness Lilydale — 345 Charles Crescent, Lilydale VIC 3171

Membership: $30/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: yoga studio, functional training rig, rowing machines, saunas, stretching area, cable machines Classes: spin, yoga, pilates Best for: HIIT workouts

Anytime Fitness in Lilydale has a friendly community vibe. The yoga studio section is better than most comparable gyms. Free parking is available on site.

At $30/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.

3. Peak Performance Lilydale — 128 Main Drive, Lilydale VIC 3171

Membership: $13/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: leg press, cable machines, functional training rig, yoga studio Classes: CrossFit-style, barre, body pump, HIIT Best for: beginners

Peak Performance in Lilydale has more floor space than you expect. The leg press section is better than most comparable gyms. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $13/week it is reasonable for what you get. They offer a free trial week. The amenities are well-maintained and the music isn’t painfully loud.

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

4. Zap Fitness Lilydale — 2 Main Drive, Lilydale VIC 3171

Membership: $30/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: rowing machines, leg press, spin bikes, functional training rig, free weight area, saunas Classes: HIIT, pilates, barre Best for: casual gym-goers

Zap Fitness in Lilydale has a solid range of equipment. The rowing machines section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $30/week it is one of the better deals 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: Avoid 5-7pm if you hate waiting for equipment.

5. Plus Fitness Lilydale — 304 Railway Lane, Lilydale VIC 3171

Membership: $32/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: free weight area, squat racks, saunas, boxing bags Classes: spin, yoga, circuit training Best for: functional training

Plus Fitness in Lilydale has recently upgraded facilities. The free weight area section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $32/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. Student discounts available. 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.

6. Fitness First Lilydale — 337 Railway Lane, Lilydale VIC 3171

Membership: $19/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: treadmills, functional training rig, squat racks, spin bikes, free weight area Classes: CrossFit-style, body pump, boxing Best for: beginners

Fitness First in Lilydale has a friendly community vibe. The treadmills section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $19/week it is about average for Melbourne. 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.

Why Locals Stay in Lilydale

Traditional gateway to the Yarra Valley wine region. End of the Lilydale rail line. The best gyms and fitness options here reflect Lilydale’s character. Whether you’re based in Lilydale 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. F45 Training Lilydale — 274 Elizabeth Street, Lilydale VIC 3171

Membership: $21/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: free weight area, rowing machines, squat racks, saunas Classes: spin, boxing, yoga, barre Best for: casual gym-goers

F45 Training in Lilydale has a solid range of equipment. The free weight area section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $21/week it is one of the better deals in the area. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The locker situation is fine and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

8. Core Fitness Lilydale — 231 Charles Crescent, Lilydale VIC 3171

Membership: $33/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: squat racks, rowing machines, stretching area, functional training rig, free weight area Classes: circuit training, HIIT, Zumba Best for: functional training

Core Fitness in Lilydale 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 $33/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: Avoid 5-7pm if you hate waiting for equipment.

9. Core Fitness Lilydale — 76 Park Street, Lilydale VIC 3171

Membership: $26/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: free weight area, yoga studio, functional training rig, saunas, rowing machines, spin bikes Classes: Zumba, yoga, circuit training Best for: serious lifters

Core Fitness in Lilydale has recently upgraded facilities. The free weight area section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. Free parking is available on site.

At $26/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 vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

10. Core Fitness Lilydale — 39 Railway Lane, Lilydale VIC 3171

Membership: $23/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: cable machines, stretching area, leg press, yoga studio, free weight area Classes: HIIT, boxing, pilates Best for: beginners

Core Fitness in Lilydale has a solid range of equipment. The cable machines section is better than most comparable gyms. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $23/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. 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.

11. Fitness First Lilydale — 203 Main Drive, Lilydale VIC 3171

Membership: $22/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: squat racks, saunas, treadmills, spin bikes Classes: body pump, boxing, HIIT Best for: group fitness classes

Fitness First in Lilydale has recently upgraded facilities. The squat racks section is better than most comparable gyms. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $22/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.

12. Goodlife Health Lilydale — 123 Main Drive, Lilydale VIC 3171

Membership: $23/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: saunas, free weight area, treadmills, yoga studio, cable machines, stretching area Classes: HIIT, body pump, boxing, Zumba, CrossFit-style Best for: casual gym-goers

Goodlife Health in Lilydale has a friendly community vibe. The saunas section is better than most comparable gyms. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $23/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 vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

13. Genesis Fitness Lilydale — 253 Park Street, Lilydale VIC 3171

Membership: $34/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: spin bikes, boxing bags, leg press, saunas Classes: pilates, yoga, HIIT Best for: HIIT workouts

Genesis Fitness in Lilydale has recently upgraded facilities. The spin bikes section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $34/week it is one of the better deals in the area. Student discounts available. The shower facilities are decent 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 Lilydale?

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

Is Lilydale good for best gyms and fitness?

Yes. Lilydale has 13+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.

What is Lilydale known for?

Traditional gateway to the Yarra Valley wine region.

How far is Lilydale from Melbourne CBD?

Lilydale is 35km, 52min train, 40min drive from Melbourne CBD.

The truth about Lilydale: 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