Best Gyms & Fitness in Patterson Lakes Melbourne — 2026

We’ve tested every best gyms and fitness option in Patterson Lakes to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Zara Yard is the one everyone knows. High Store is the sleeper. Prices are reasonable — coffee at $4.50-5.50, dinner at $28-45. Built around man-made lakes and canal system. Patterson Lakes sits in the Bayside corridor, 18-41km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best gyms and fitness scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Patterson Lakes since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. F45 Training Patterson Lakes — 130 Brunswick Drive, Patterson Lakes VIC 3196

Membership: $29/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: treadmills, functional training rig, spin bikes, boxing bags, saunas Classes: boxing, body pump, yoga, barre, spin Best for: beginners

F45 Training in Patterson Lakes has a friendly community vibe. The treadmills section is better than most comparable gyms. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $29/week it is about average for Melbourne. 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.

2. Jetts Fitness Patterson Lakes — 239 Church Road, Patterson Lakes VIC 3196

Membership: $30/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: spin bikes, stretching area, treadmills, yoga studio Classes: boxing, circuit training, CrossFit-style Best for: serious lifters

Jetts Fitness in Patterson Lakes has recently upgraded facilities. The spin bikes section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Free parking is available on site.

At $30/week it is one of the better deals in the area. They offer a free trial week. The locker situation is fine and there is always someone at reception.

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

3. Peak Performance Patterson Lakes — 188 Murray Grove, Patterson Lakes VIC 3196

Membership: $13/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: yoga studio, saunas, leg press, free weight area, cable machines, spin bikes Classes: boxing, HIIT, circuit training, body pump Best for: functional training

Peak Performance in Patterson Lakes has a friendly community vibe. The yoga studio section is better than most comparable gyms. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $13/week it is reasonable for what you get. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The locker situation is fine and the aircon works — which matters more than you think in Melbourne summers.

Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

4. Fitness First Patterson Lakes — 172 Murray Grove, Patterson Lakes VIC 3196

Membership: $28/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: spin bikes, squat racks, yoga studio, stretching area, functional training rig, boxing bags Classes: body pump, boxing, HIIT, yoga Best for: serious lifters

Fitness First in Patterson Lakes has recently upgraded facilities. The spin bikes section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. Free parking is available on site.

At $28/week it is one of the better deals in the area. They offer a free trial week. The locker situation is fine and the music isn’t painfully loud.

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

5. Zap Fitness Patterson Lakes — 168 Church Road, Patterson Lakes VIC 3196

Membership: $32/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: boxing bags, treadmills, functional training rig, spin bikes Classes: spin, barre, body pump, Zumba, circuit training Best for: serious lifters

Zap Fitness in Patterson Lakes has a friendly community vibe. The boxing bags 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 about average for Melbourne. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The amenities are well-maintained and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.

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

6. Peak Performance Patterson Lakes — 94 Church Road, Patterson Lakes VIC 3196

Membership: $13/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: rowing machines, yoga studio, cable machines, functional training rig Classes: spin, yoga, HIIT, CrossFit-style Best for: casual gym-goers

Peak Performance in Patterson Lakes has recently upgraded facilities. The rowing machines section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.

At $13/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: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.

What Nobody Tells You About Patterson Lakes

Built around man-made lakes and canal system. Popular for boating and waterside living. The best gyms and fitness options here reflect Patterson Lakes’s character. For Patterson Lakes locals and anyone in the area, 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. Core Fitness Patterson Lakes — 340 Market Crescent, Patterson Lakes VIC 3196

Membership: $14/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: cable machines, yoga studio, spin bikes, saunas Classes: spin, HIIT, CrossFit-style, barre, yoga Best for: casual gym-goers

Core Fitness in Patterson Lakes has more floor space than you expect. The cable machines section is better than most comparable gyms. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.

At $14/week it is competitive with other gyms 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.

8. Goodlife Health Patterson Lakes — 139 Market Crescent, Patterson Lakes VIC 3196

Membership: $16/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: yoga studio, boxing bags, leg press, rowing machines, treadmills, squat racks Classes: pilates, barre, boxing, yoga Best for: casual gym-goers

Goodlife Health in Patterson Lakes has a friendly community vibe. The yoga studio section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Free parking is available on site.

At $16/week it is about average for Melbourne. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The locker situation is fine 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.

9. Peak Performance Patterson Lakes — 28 Brunswick Drive, Patterson Lakes VIC 3196

Membership: $33/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: boxing bags, saunas, squat racks, free weight area, leg press Classes: Zumba, barre, HIIT Best for: serious lifters

Peak Performance in Patterson Lakes has a friendly community vibe. The boxing bags section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.

At $33/week it is reasonable for what you get. No lock-in contracts — you can cancel anytime. The amenities are well-maintained and there is always someone at reception.

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

10. Iron Tribe Patterson Lakes — 11 Cecil Street, Patterson Lakes VIC 3196

Membership: $14/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: free weight area, cable machines, stretching area, functional training rig, rowing machines Classes: yoga, barre, boxing, body pump, spin Best for: group fitness classes

Iron Tribe in Patterson Lakes has more floor space than you expect. The free weight area section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Free parking is available on site.

At $14/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. 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.

11. F45 Training Patterson Lakes — 139 Murray Grove, Patterson Lakes VIC 3196

Membership: $19/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: treadmills, free weight area, leg press, functional training rig, squat racks, yoga studio Classes: yoga, HIIT, Zumba Best for: functional training

F45 Training in Patterson Lakes has recently upgraded facilities. The treadmills section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Free parking is available on site.

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

12. Genesis Fitness Patterson Lakes — 274 Church Road, Patterson Lakes VIC 3196

Membership: $12/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: free weight area, leg press, stretching area, rowing machines, saunas Classes: Zumba, boxing, pilates, CrossFit-style Best for: HIIT workouts

Genesis Fitness in Patterson Lakes has a solid range of equipment. The free weight area section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.

At $12/week it is about average for Melbourne. Student discounts available. The shower facilities are decent and the music isn’t painfully loud.

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

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FAQ

What are the best best gyms and fitness options in Patterson Lakes?

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

Is Patterson Lakes good for best gyms and fitness?

Yes. Patterson Lakes has 12+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.

What is Patterson Lakes known for?

Built around man-made lakes and canal system.

How far is Patterson Lakes from Melbourne CBD?

Patterson Lakes is 18-41km, 32-55min train, 25-47min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Look — Patterson Lakes 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