Best Gyms & Fitness in Mckinnon Melbourne — 2026

We’ve tested every best gyms and fitness option in Mckinnon to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Lane is the one everyone knows. Rex Corner is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.50-5.00, dinner at $22-38. McKinnon Road village has independent cafes. Mckinnon sits in the Middle South corridor, 12-18km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best gyms and fitness scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Mckinnon since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. F45 Training Mckinnon — 379 Willow Lane, Mckinnon VIC 3164

Membership: $28/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: cable machines, spin bikes, saunas, functional training rig, stretching area, squat racks Classes: spin, boxing, pilates Best for: casual gym-goers

F45 Training in Mckinnon has a solid range of equipment. The cable machines section is better than most comparable gyms. Free parking is available on site.

At $28/week it is about average for Melbourne. Student discounts available. The change rooms are clean and there is always someone at reception.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

2. Anytime Fitness Mckinnon — 374 Ash Avenue, Mckinnon VIC 3164

Membership: $27/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: free weight area, rowing machines, yoga studio, stretching area Classes: body pump, Zumba, circuit training, HIIT Best for: serious lifters

Anytime Fitness in Mckinnon has more floor space than you expect. The free weight area section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.

At $27/week it is reasonable for what you get. Student discounts available. The change rooms are clean and the music isn’t painfully loud.

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

3. Zap Fitness Mckinnon — 198 Church Place, Mckinnon VIC 3164

Membership: $19/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: functional training rig, treadmills, stretching area, boxing bags, leg press Classes: body pump, yoga, boxing, spin, barre Best for: serious lifters

Zap Fitness in Mckinnon has a friendly community vibe. The functional training rig section is better than most comparable gyms. Free parking is available on site.

At $19/week it is reasonable for what you get. 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: Avoid 5-7pm if you hate waiting for equipment.

4. Fitness First Mckinnon — 154 Church Place, Mckinnon VIC 3164

Membership: $25/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: squat racks, rowing machines, leg press, treadmills, cable machines, stretching area Classes: yoga, HIIT, CrossFit-style, Zumba, boxing Best for: casual gym-goers

Fitness First in Mckinnon has a friendly community vibe. The squat racks section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.

At $25/week it is reasonable for what you get. 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. Peak Performance Mckinnon — 180 Church Place, Mckinnon VIC 3164

Membership: $12/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: cable machines, saunas, leg press, spin bikes Classes: circuit training, HIIT, CrossFit-style Best for: group fitness classes

Peak Performance in Mckinnon has a friendly community vibe. The cable machines section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. Free parking is available on site.

At $12/week it is reasonable for what you get. 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.

6. F45 Training Mckinnon — 366 Queen Parade, Mckinnon VIC 3164

Membership: $35/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: leg press, boxing bags, yoga studio, squat racks Classes: pilates, Zumba, circuit training, boxing, spin Best for: serious lifters

F45 Training in Mckinnon has recently upgraded facilities. The leg press 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. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. 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.

The Mckinnon That Locals Know

McKinnon Road village has independent cafes. McKinnon Secondary College is highly rated. The best gyms and fitness options here reflect Mckinnon’s character. If you’re living in or near Mckinnon, 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. Fitness First Mckinnon — 297 Willow Lane, Mckinnon VIC 3164

Membership: $33/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: stretching area, cable machines, functional training rig, treadmills Classes: boxing, body pump, circuit training Best for: group fitness classes

Fitness First in Mckinnon has more floor space than you expect. The stretching area section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $33/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. Zap Fitness Mckinnon — 40 Queen Parade, Mckinnon VIC 3164

Membership: $29/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: spin bikes, free weight area, stretching area, yoga studio, cable machines Classes: boxing, pilates, spin, body pump Best for: beginners

Zap Fitness in Mckinnon has a friendly community vibe. 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 $29/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: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

9. Plus Fitness Mckinnon — 160 Margaret Grove, Mckinnon VIC 3164

Membership: $15/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: stretching area, functional training rig, boxing bags, spin bikes, yoga studio, rowing machines Classes: spin, yoga, circuit training, barre, boxing Best for: functional training

Plus Fitness in Mckinnon has a friendly community vibe. The stretching area section is better than most comparable gyms. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.

At $15/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.

10. Core Fitness Mckinnon — 34 Queen Parade, Mckinnon VIC 3164

Membership: $18/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: rowing machines, spin bikes, boxing bags, leg press, squat racks, functional training rig Classes: pilates, spin, Zumba Best for: functional training

Core Fitness in Mckinnon has a solid range of equipment. The rowing machines section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $18/week it is reasonable for what you get. 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.

11. Anytime Fitness Mckinnon — 361 Willow Lane, Mckinnon VIC 3164

Membership: $13/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: spin bikes, leg press, functional training rig, treadmills Classes: pilates, body pump, boxing, spin Best for: functional training

Anytime Fitness in Mckinnon has a solid range of equipment. The spin bikes section is better than most comparable gyms. Free parking is available on site.

At $13/week it is one of the better deals in the area. They offer a free trial week. The shower facilities are decent and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

12. Anytime Fitness Mckinnon — 38 Willow Lane, Mckinnon VIC 3164

Membership: $28/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: treadmills, spin bikes, saunas, cable machines, squat racks, free weight area Classes: yoga, spin, HIIT, Zumba, CrossFit-style Best for: HIIT workouts

Anytime Fitness in Mckinnon has recently upgraded facilities. The treadmills section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. Free parking is available on site.

At $28/week it is reasonable for what you get. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The change rooms are clean and the music isn’t painfully loud.

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

13. Core Fitness Mckinnon — 108 Willow Lane, Mckinnon VIC 3164

Membership: $32/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: yoga studio, rowing machines, boxing bags, cable machines Classes: CrossFit-style, HIIT, circuit training, yoga Best for: beginners

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

At $32/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: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

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FAQ

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

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

Is Mckinnon good for best gyms and fitness?

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

What is Mckinnon known for?

McKinnon Road village has independent cafes.

How far is Mckinnon from Melbourne CBD?

Mckinnon is 12-18km, 20-30min train, 18-25min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Look — Mckinnon 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