Best Gyms & Fitness in Ringwood Melbourne — 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Old Store |
| Zero-cost winner | Mill |
| Kid-approved | Assembly |
| Under the radar | Common Quarter |
| Wet day saviour | Mabel’s |
We’ve tested every best gyms and fitness option in Ringwood to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Rex Place is the one everyone knows. Sol Yard is the sleeper. Prices are competitive — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Major transport interchange connecting Belgrave and Lilydale lines. Ringwood sits in the Outer East corridor, 24km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best gyms and fitness scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Ringwood since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Core Fitness Ringwood — 127 Victoria Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $26/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: treadmills, squat racks, functional training rig, leg press, stretching area, cable machines Classes: CrossFit-style, spin, circuit training Best for: casual gym-goers
Core Fitness in Ringwood has a friendly community vibe. The treadmills section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.
At $26/week it is reasonable for what you get. They offer a free trial week. The locker situation is fine and the music isn’t painfully loud.
Best time to go: Saturday mornings are busy — Sunday is better.
2. Jetts Fitness Ringwood — 182 High Parade, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $33/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: functional training rig, stretching area, squat racks, leg press, free weight area, saunas Classes: HIIT, Zumba, circuit training Best for: group fitness classes
Jetts Fitness in Ringwood has a friendly community vibe. The functional training rig section is better than most comparable gyms. Free parking is available on site.
At $33/week it is competitive with other gyms 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: Before 7am or after 8pm for minimal crowds.
3. Iron Tribe Ringwood — 329 Victoria Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $17/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: rowing machines, saunas, treadmills, leg press, stretching area, cable machines Classes: spin, Zumba, CrossFit-style, pilates, HIIT Best for: serious lifters
Iron Tribe in Ringwood has a friendly community vibe. The rowing machines 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. Student discounts available. The locker situation is fine and there is always someone at reception.
Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.
4. Core Fitness Ringwood — 299 Creek Crescent, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $13/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: stretching area, rowing machines, yoga studio, free weight area, squat racks Classes: boxing, HIIT, body pump Best for: HIIT workouts
Core Fitness in Ringwood has a friendly community vibe. The stretching area section is where the regulars spend most of their time. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.
At $13/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The locker situation is fine and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.
Best time to go: Saturday mornings are busy — Sunday is better.
5. Iron Tribe Ringwood — 108 Creek Crescent, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $30/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: squat racks, free weight area, spin bikes, cable machines, leg press, treadmills Classes: spin, pilates, barre Best for: beginners
Iron Tribe in Ringwood has a friendly community vibe. The squat racks section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.
At $30/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 music isn’t painfully loud.
Best time to go: Before 7am or after 8pm for minimal crowds.
6. F45 Training Ringwood — 365 High Parade, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $26/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: boxing bags, squat racks, treadmills, cable machines, saunas, rowing machines Classes: HIIT, circuit training, Zumba Best for: casual gym-goers
F45 Training in Ringwood has a solid range of equipment. The boxing bags section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Free parking is available on site.
At $26/week it is one of the better deals in the area. Family memberships bring the per-person cost down. The locker situation is fine and the music isn’t painfully loud.
Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.
7. Zap Fitness Ringwood — 368 High Parade, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $21/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: spin bikes, free weight area, leg press, rowing machines Classes: body pump, yoga, spin Best for: beginners
Zap Fitness in Ringwood has more floor space than you expect. The spin bikes section is well-maintained and rarely crowded. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.
At $21/week it is competitive with other gyms 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: Avoid 5-7pm if you hate waiting for equipment.
The Ringwood That Locals Know
Major transport interchange connecting Belgrave and Lilydale lines. Eastland is a major retail centre. The best gyms and fitness options here reflect Ringwood’s character. Whether you’re based in Ringwood 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.
8. Peak Performance Ringwood — 119 River Avenue, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $34/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: rowing machines, spin bikes, treadmills, saunas Classes: CrossFit-style, body pump, circuit training, boxing, HIIT Best for: functional training
Peak Performance in Ringwood has recently upgraded facilities. The rowing machines section is better than most comparable gyms. The personal trainers here actually know what they are doing.
At $34/week it is competitive with other gyms in the area. They offer a free trial week. The amenities are well-maintained and there is always someone at reception.
Best time to go: Avoid 5-7pm if you hate waiting for equipment.
9. Goodlife Health Ringwood — 290 Victoria Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $21/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: squat racks, rowing machines, yoga studio, stretching area, saunas, spin bikes Classes: body pump, pilates, circuit training, yoga, boxing Best for: casual gym-goers
Goodlife Health in Ringwood has a friendly community vibe. The squat racks section is spacious enough that you won’t wait for equipment. Free parking is available on site.
At $21/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: Avoid 5-7pm if you hate waiting for equipment.
10. Genesis Fitness Ringwood — 43 Railway Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $13/week Hours: 5am-10pm Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm weekends Equipment: boxing bags, squat racks, stretching area, functional training rig, cable machines Classes: body pump, circuit training, yoga, HIIT, pilates Best for: serious lifters
Genesis Fitness in Ringwood has a solid range of equipment. 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 $13/week it is about average for Melbourne. They offer a free trial week. 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.
11. F45 Training Ringwood — 178 Victoria Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $21/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: free weight area, yoga studio, treadmills, cable machines Classes: body pump, boxing, Zumba Best for: functional training
F45 Training in Ringwood has a friendly community vibe. 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 $21/week it is one of the better deals in the area. Student discounts available. The amenities are well-maintained and the vibe is welcoming for beginners.
Best time to go: Weekday lunchtimes are quiet.
12. Anytime Fitness Ringwood — 219 Railway Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $34/week Hours: 24/7 Equipment: saunas, boxing bags, stretching area, yoga studio, functional training rig, treadmills Classes: boxing, circuit training, barre, pilates Best for: casual gym-goers
Anytime Fitness in Ringwood has more floor space than you expect. The saunas section is better than most comparable gyms. The group classes are popular — book ahead for peak times.
At $34/week it is one of the better deals in the area. They offer a free trial week. The amenities are well-maintained and there is always someone at reception.
Best time to go: Before 7am or after 8pm for minimal crowds.
13. Plus Fitness Ringwood — 61 Railway Terrace, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $26/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: leg press, cable machines, boxing bags, free weight area Classes: barre, Zumba, yoga, boxing, CrossFit-style Best for: HIIT workouts
Plus Fitness in Ringwood has more floor space than you expect. The leg press 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 about average for Melbourne. 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: Avoid 5-7pm if you hate waiting for equipment.
14. Core Fitness Ringwood — 112 River Avenue, Ringwood VIC 3172
Membership: $30/week Hours: 6am-9pm daily Equipment: saunas, leg press, rowing machines, treadmills, squat racks Classes: boxing, yoga, body pump, HIIT, CrossFit-style Best for: functional training
Core Fitness in Ringwood has more floor space than you expect. The saunas section is where the regulars spend most of their time. Off-peak is the way to go if you hate crowds.
At $30/week it is reasonable for what you get. They offer a free trial week. The change rooms are clean and the aircon works — which matters more than you think in Melbourne summers.
Best time to go: Saturday mornings are busy — Sunday is better.
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FAQ
What are the best best gyms and fitness options in Ringwood?
Old Store is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Ringwood good for best gyms and fitness?
Yes. Ringwood has 14+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Ringwood known for?
Major transport interchange connecting Belgrave and Lilydale lines.
How far is Ringwood from Melbourne CBD?
Ringwood is 24km, 36min train, 30min drive from Melbourne CBD.
The truth about Ringwood: 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

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