Best Gyms & Fitness in Lower Plenty Melbourne — 2026

The best gyms and fitness scene in Lower Plenty is genuinely worth exploring. Start at New Place, then check out Hazel Press. Semi-rural pocket along the Plenty River. Located 20km from the CBD, Lower Plenty is part of Melbourne’s Outer North 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 Lower Plenty locals actually recommend.

1. Fitness First Lower Plenty — 170 Rowan Road, Lower Plenty VIC 3087

Membership: $20/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: treadmills, leg press, saunas, squat racks, stretching area Classes: body pump, spin, barre, circuit training Best for: casual gym-goers

Fitness First in Lower Plenty has more floor space than you expect. The treadmills section is better than most comparable gyms. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $20/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 aircon works — which matters more than you think in Melbourne summers.

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

2. F45 Training Lower Plenty — 82 North Avenue, Lower Plenty VIC 3087

Membership: $16/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: saunas, leg press, squat racks, free weight area, treadmills Classes: pilates, Zumba, circuit training, boxing Best for: casual gym-goers

F45 Training in Lower Plenty has a solid range of equipment. The saunas section is better than most comparable gyms. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $16/week it is one of the better deals in the area. Student discounts available. The shower facilities are decent and there is always someone at reception.

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

3. Zap Fitness Lower Plenty — 175 Margaret Avenue, Lower Plenty VIC 3087

Membership: $28/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: stretching area, leg press, squat racks, functional training rig, free weight area, rowing machines Classes: Zumba, boxing, circuit training, barre Best for: functional training

Zap Fitness in Lower Plenty has recently upgraded facilities. The stretching area section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $28/week it is one of the better deals in the area. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The amenities are well-maintained and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

4. F45 Training Lower Plenty — 157 East Crescent, Lower Plenty VIC 3087

Membership: $29/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: cable machines, spin bikes, saunas, free weight area, yoga studio, stretching area Classes: pilates, circuit training, barre, CrossFit-style, yoga Best for: functional training

F45 Training in Lower Plenty has recently upgraded facilities. 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 $29/week it is about average for Melbourne. Student discounts available. 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.

5. Goodlife Health Lower Plenty — 46 Rowan Road, Lower Plenty VIC 3087

Membership: $20/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: treadmills, yoga studio, leg press, boxing bags, squat racks Classes: boxing, yoga, body pump Best for: casual gym-goers

Goodlife Health in Lower Plenty has more floor space than you expect. The treadmills section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Free parking is available on site.

At $20/week it is reasonable for what you get. Student discounts available. The amenities are well-maintained and the aircon works — which matters more than you think in Melbourne summers.

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

The Reality of Lower Plenty

Semi-rural pocket along the Plenty River. Large blocks, horse paddocks, and a country feel 20km from the CBD. The best gyms and fitness options here reflect Lower Plenty’s character. If you’re living in or near Lower Plenty, 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. Goodlife Health Lower Plenty — 55 Rowan Road, Lower Plenty VIC 3087

Membership: $22/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: spin bikes, cable machines, leg press, saunas Classes: CrossFit-style, pilates, HIIT, boxing Best for: functional training

Goodlife Health in Lower Plenty has recently upgraded facilities. The spin bikes section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $22/week it is about average for Melbourne. Student discounts available. The locker situation is fine and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

7. Genesis Fitness Lower Plenty — 5 North Avenue, Lower Plenty VIC 3087

Membership: $17/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: leg press, functional training rig, stretching area, saunas, squat racks, free weight area Classes: Zumba, barre, boxing Best for: HIIT workouts

Genesis Fitness in Lower Plenty has a solid range of equipment. The leg press section is better than most comparable gyms. Free parking is available on site.

At $17/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The shower facilities are decent and there is always someone at reception.

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

8. Goodlife Health Lower Plenty — 72 Elizabeth Road, Lower Plenty VIC 3087

Membership: $17/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: rowing machines, treadmills, saunas, yoga studio, spin bikes Classes: barre, CrossFit-style, pilates, yoga, circuit training Best for: beginners

Goodlife Health in Lower Plenty has a friendly community vibe. 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 $17/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 music isn’t painfully loud.

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

9. Genesis Fitness Lower Plenty — 200 Rowan Road, Lower Plenty VIC 3087

Membership: $32/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: saunas, stretching area, leg press, yoga studio, functional training rig Classes: HIIT, circuit training, pilates, spin Best for: beginners

Genesis Fitness in Lower Plenty has more floor space than you expect. The saunas section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $32/week it is one of the better deals in the area. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The amenities are well-maintained and the aircon works — which matters more than you think in Melbourne summers.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

10. Goodlife Health Lower Plenty — 49 North Avenue, Lower Plenty VIC 3087

Membership: $26/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: saunas, stretching area, cable machines, rowing machines, free weight area, treadmills Classes: boxing, HIIT, body pump, circuit training, barre Best for: serious lifters

Goodlife Health in Lower Plenty has recently upgraded facilities. The saunas section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $26/week it is reasonable for what you get. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The shower facilities are decent and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

11. Anytime Fitness Lower Plenty — 280 Elizabeth Road, Lower Plenty VIC 3087

Membership: $26/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: stretching area, boxing bags, treadmills, spin bikes, free weight area, rowing machines Classes: body pump, CrossFit-style, barre, HIIT, pilates Best for: HIIT workouts

Anytime Fitness in Lower Plenty has a friendly community vibe. The stretching area section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Free parking is available on site.

At $26/week it is competitive with other gyms 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: Before 7am or after 8pm for minimal crowds.

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FAQ

What are the best best gyms and fitness options in Lower Plenty?

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

Is Lower Plenty good for best gyms and fitness?

Yes. Lower Plenty has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.

What is Lower Plenty known for?

Semi-rural pocket along the Plenty River.

How far is Lower Plenty from Melbourne CBD?

Lower Plenty is 20km, no direct train, 28min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Look — Lower Plenty won’t win any design awards. But the food is honest, the prices are fair, and the locals actually know each other. In Melbourne, that’s increasingly rare.

Last updated: March 2026