I’m sure you’ve had friends who said that their New Year resolution is to slim down or become fitter. But then when you see them again in six months, nothing really changed.
If you’re reading this, I hope you don’t turn into one of them. But if you’re struggling to find the motivation to keep working out, a gym membership could force you to stay disciplined. After all, you wouldn’t want to be throwing your money down the drain right?
Whether you’re an experienced gym-goer looking for a new main gym or a complete newbie about to embark on your fitness journey, here are some of the best gyms in Singapore for you to consider!
TL;DR: Best Gym Memberships in Singapore
The best gym for you really depends on your needs and location. Thus, here are some recommendations that you will likely find nearby and will accommodate the average gym-goer.
- Experienced gym-goers who need a private gym: The Gym Pod
- Affordable gyms for everyday Singaporeans: ActiveSG
- 24/7 gyms for the busy bees: Anytime Fitness, Dennis Gym, GYMMBOXX
- Luxury gyms: Virgin Active
| Best Gyms in Singapore | Adult Monthly Membership Fee (Regular/Peak) |
Adult Monthly Membership Fee (Off-Peak) | Per Entry | Opening Hours | Off-Peak Hours | Misc Fees | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ActiveSG Gym | $25 – $30 | $6.67 – $15 | $2.50 (Adults) $1.50 (Student/Senior Citizen) $3.30 (Foreigners) |
Mon to Sun – 7am to 10pm |
Mon to Fri only – 7am to 4pm |
– | Islandwide |
| Sports Hub Gym | $65 – $80 | – | Day Pass Rates: $8 (Local resident) $10 (Standard) Individuals aged 55 and above, and individuals with special needs: |
7am to 10pm, daily | Annual administration fee | Singapore Sports Hub | |
| The Gym Pod | $12.90 (first 6 sessions, $7.50 per session)
$69 (first 10 sessions free) |
– | $7.50 (Off-Peak) $9.50 (Peak) |
24-hour access | Mon to Sun – 12am to 7am |
– | Islandwide |
| SAFRA EnergyOne | ~$47 – $62 (SAFRA Member) ~$84 – $105 (non-SAFRA member) (till 31 Mar 2024) |
~$56 – $73 (till 31 Mar 2024) |
Off-Peak $8.75 (SAFRA Members) $13.10 (Guest) Peak |
Mon to Sun – 6.30am to 10.30pm |
Mon to Fri – 6.30am to 5pm Sat & Sun |
– | Choa Chu kang Jurong Mount Faber Punggol Tampines Toa Payoh Yishun |
| Dennis Gym | $64.17 – $120 | – | – | 24-hour access | – | – | Balestier Farrer Park Jurong Tampines Tai Seng Taman Jurong |
| HomeTeamNS (Fitness Workz) | $81.25 – $145 (Guest) $61.25 – $103.33 (Affiliate) $49.17 – $85 (HomeTeamNS) |
$72.92 – $110 (Guest) $52.92 – $80 (Affiliate) $40.83 – $66.67 (HomeTeamNS) |
Off-Peak $8.60 (HomeTeamNS) $12.80 (Affiliate) $21.40 (Guest) All Day |
Mon to Sun – 7am to 10.30pm |
Mon to Fri – 7am to 5.15pm Sat & Sun, PH |
– | Balestier Bedok Bukit Batok Khatib |
| GymmBoxx | $95 – $130 | $65 – $110 | – | 24-hour access | Mon to Fri – 12am to 4pm – 11pm to 11.59pm Sat & Sun |
Registration Fee applies | Bishan Canberra Plaza Ci Yuan Fernvale Margaret Market Keat Hong Yew Tee Vista Point |
| Anytime Fitness | $60 – $160 | – | – | 24-hour access | – | Price varies with location & promos | Islandwide |
| Virgin Active | $133.24 – $318.92 | – | – | Weekdays – 6.30am to 10.30pm Weekends/PH |
– | – | Holland Village Marina One Paya Lebar Raffles Place Tanjong Pagar |
Note: Prices shown are based on the cheapest per month packages available.
In This Article
ActiveSG Gyms
Just starting out on your fitness journey? A common recommendation you’ll hear is to go for ActiveSG gyms. These gyms are run by the Singapore Sports Council with some of the most affordable prices, including membership and per entry rates. Perfect for those who just want to try try to see if working out is something you can commit to long term!
As an added incentive, there is a limited promotion ongoing at the time of writing where you can sign-up for free and get a complimentary $100 credits that you can use to pay for ActiveSG gym memberships. How cool is that?
But of course, there are some downsides to ActiveSG gyms compared to the others:
- There aren’t any personal trainers available (just staff who are there to ensure you don’t do something stupid like… steal a dumbbell) so you’ll really need to know what you’re doing if you step into one
- It can get a little crowded during peak hours
- Operating hours are from 7am to 10pm so it might not be the best option for you if your working hours are irregular
ActiveSG
ActiveSG Membership Price:
| Duration (Month) | Adult (18-54 years) | Student (12-17 years) / Senior Citizen (55 years and above) |
|---|---|---|
| PEAK Access to all ActiveGYM™ facilities islandwide, everyday, all opening hours |
||
| 1 | $30 | $18 |
| 6 | $160 | $95 |
| 12 | $300 | $180 |
| OFF PEAK Access to all ActiveGYM™ facilities islandwide, Monday – Friday from opening till 4pm (except public holiday) |
||
| 1 | $15 | $9 |
| 6 | $40 | $40 |
| 12 | $80 | $80 |
Per Entry Rates:
$2.50 (Adults)
$1.50 (Student/Senior Citizen)
$3.30 (Foreigners)
ActiveSG Gym Locations
Sports Hub Gym
Located conveniently at the Singapore Sports Hub, the Sports Hub gym boasts state-of-the-art equipment with a slightly more affordable membership fee compared to commercial gyms.
New sign-ups get a complimentary gym towel, body composition analysis and a 30-minute gym introduction which is great especially if you are completely new to working out. However, there is an annual administration fee of $50 which can be a blocker for some.
Sports Hub Gym
Sports Hub Gym 30-day Membership Price:
$65 (Local resident)
$80 (Standard)
Sports Hub Gym Day Pass Rates:
$8 (Local resident)
$10 (Standard)
Individuals aged 55 and above, and individuals with special needs:
$6 (Local resident)
$8 (Standard)
Annual Administration Fee: $50
Address: OCBC Arena (Level 2), 5 Stadium Drive, Singapore 397631
The Gym Pod
Just need a space to train by yourself, with friends or with a personal trainer? The Gym Pod would be your preferred choice. As the name suggests, these places are compact spaces in container-like structures where you can have the entire gym to yourself!
All you need to do is download their app, book any gym pod islandwide and enjoy a full 30-minute private gym session! Prices are pretty affordable too with per session rates and subscription plans.
The Gym Pod Singapore
The Gym Pod Subscription Price
Premium Plan: $12.90 (first 6 sessions, $7.50 per session)
Starter Pack: $69 (first 10 sessions free)
Per Session Rates:
$7.50 (Off-Peak, 12am – 7am)
$9.50 (Peak, 7am – 12am)
The Gym Pod Locations
SAFRA EnergyOne
Fancy Jacuzzi rooms and steam rooms for some post-workout relief? SAFRA EnergyOne has what you want at a slightly higher price tag. If you’re a SAFRA member, there are discounted gym membership rates that both you and your spouse can enjoy.
While SAFRA EnergyOne is a step-up from ActiveSG gyms, they do have a rather messy membership structure. The only way to get a membership is through their promotions which change out every few months.
SAFRA EnergyOne
Here are the prices for the current promotion (till 31 March 2024):
SAFRA Members Main/Spouse Membership
| Membership Type | Fees (3 months) |
Extension for another (12 months + 2 months Free) |
|---|---|---|
| Main | $185.30 | $654.00 |
| Spouse | $152.60 | $523.20 |
Non-SAFRA Member Term Membership
| Membership Type | Term (All-Day) | Term (Daylighter) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees (3 months) |
$316.10 | $218.00 |
| Extension for another (12 months + 2 months) |
$1,177.20 | $784.80 |
| Timing | Peak Hrs 6.30am – 10.30pm 6am – 10.30pm (Punggol) |
Off Peak Hrs Weekdays: 6.30am – 5pm Weekends: 6.30am – 1pm & 8pm – 10.30pm |
| Access | 7 Gyms | Single Gym |
Per Entry:
Off-Peak
$8.75 (SAFRA Members)
$13.10 (Guest)
Peak
$14.20 (SAFRA Members)
$21.80 (Guest)
SAFRA EnergyOne Locations
Dennis Gym
Need a 24-hour gym that is also affordable? Dennis Gym would be one of the first that comes to mind. It has six gyms islandwide with a wide variety of fitness classes and courses to choose from.
If you need a personal trainer and are new to Dennis Gym, there’s the “New Comer 15” package for $999 which comes with a free 3-month gym membership and 15 sessions of 1-to-1 training at the gym.
Dennis Gym
Dennis Gym Membership Prices:
| 1 month | 3 months | 6 months | 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|
| $120 | $230 | $430
NOV 6 months Sale: $336 (like and share on Facebook to qualify) |
$770 |
Dennis Gym Locations
HomeTeamNS (Fitness Workz)
Not a SAFRA member but a HomeTeamNS member looking for something more well-equipped and less crowded than ActiveSG gyms? Fitness Workz would be a solid choice with their impressive range of cardio and training equipment and in-house fitness classes.
HomeTeamNS (Fitness Workz)
HomeTeamNS Membership Price:
| HomeTeamNS Membership Type |
3 months | 6 months | 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Day | |||
| HomeTeamNS | $255 | $420 | $590 |
| Affliate | $310 | $520 | $735 |
| Guest | $435 | $685 | $975 |
| Off Peak (Weekdays: 7am – 5.15pm, Weekends: 7am-1.45pm | |||
| HomeTeamNS | $200 | $320 | $490 |
| Affliate | $240 | $390 | $635 |
| Guest | $330 | $505 | $875 |
Per Entry Rates:
Off-Peak
$8.60 (HomeTeamNS)
$12.80 (Affiliate)
$21.40 (Guest)
All Day
$8.60 (HomeTeamNS)
$12.80 (Affiliate)
$21.40 (Guest)
HomeTeamNS Fitness Workz Locations
GYMMBOXX
What started as a single gym at the top of a multi-storey HDB carpark is now a eight gym-strong brand in Singapore known as GYMMBOXX. Priding itself as a premium yet affordable gym, GYMMBOXX offers flexible membership plans of 1, 6 or 12 months that grants you full access to their 24/7 gyms.
Each gym also comes equipped with a body composition analyser so you can track your progress towards your fitness goals!
Need a personal trainer? You can get one at GYMMBOXX too for $86 per session.
GYMMBOXX
GYMMBOXX Membership Price:
| 1 month | 6 months | 12 months |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | ||
| $130 per month | $115 per month | $95 per month |
| Off Peak (Weekdays: 12am – 4pm | 11pm – 11.59pm, Weekends) | ||
| $110 per month | $80 per month | $65 per month |
GYMMBOXX Locations
Anytime Fitness
You’ve probably heard of Anytime Fitness, one of the most popular and THE largest fitness franchise in the world. With over 90 gym locations in Singapore, you’ll likely find one located conveniently near you!
An Anytime Fitness membership grants you access to any Anytime Fitness gym worldwide. Yes, worldwide! Plus, all Anytime Fitness gyms are open around the clock, so if you can sweat it out till late or in the wee hours of the morning before starting your day!
Some gyms also run free fitness classes such as Muay Thai and Yoga that you can join as part of your membership.
Anytime Fitness Singapore
Anytime Fitness Singapore Price:
Since it is a franchise, membership prices vary based on the gym you pick. But from our research, prices can be anywhere between $90 to $160 per month give or take.
Anytime Fitness Gym Locations
Virgin Active
Think going to the gym is just about lifting weight or taking fitness classes? Enter Virgin Active where your expectations of what a gym entails will shoot through the sky.
As one of the most atas (luxurious) gym memberships in Singapore, expect best-in-class equipments along with a variety of fitness classes including pilates, yoga, aqua aerobics and more. Heck, they even have a climbing wall in their gyms!
If you find yourself wanting to workout at home or at your condo’s gym, Virgin Active also provides on-demand workout videos for your convenience.
But that’s not all, Virgin Active gyms, or “clubs” as they call it, also come with sleep pods, ice and steam rooms, spa pools and more so you can pamper yourself post workout!
Source: Virgin Active
Source: Virgin Active
But of course, all these luxuries come at a price. The most basic membership costs $33.31 per week or $133.24 per month which grants you access to one in-club workout or class per week. There is also a 12 weeks minimum commitment. The most popular membership tier dubbed “Long Termer” comes in at $56.52 to $64.59 per week or $226.08 to $258.36 per month and grants you unlimited access to all clubs and classes in Singapore with a 12 to 24 months minimum commitment.
Virgin Active Singapore
Virgin Active Membership Price:
| Virgin Active Membership | Price per week | Estimated price per month (assuming four weeks = one month) | Membership benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Once-A-Weeker | $33.31 per week | $133.24 per month | 1 in-club workout or class per week
Unused weekly workouts roll over for future use 12 weeks minimum commitment |
| Long Termer | $56.52 to $64.59 per week | $226.08 to $258.36 per month | Unlimited club & class access to all clubs in Singapore
Includes access to all clubs in Singapore 12 or 24 months minimum commitment |
| Goal Getter | $79.73 per week | $318.92 per month | Unlimited club & class access
Includes access to all clubs in Singapore 12 weeks minimum commitment |
Virgin Active Gym Locations
How To Choose The Right Gym For You
The first thing to work out before actually working out at a gym is to determine your budget, schedule and equipment needs. If you’re a super busy office worker for example, you wouldn’t want to be paying all that money for a Virgin Active membership and not have the time to use all their luxurious facilities. Instead, a 24 hour gym such as Anytime Fitness could suit you better.
For those who are completely new to working out, I’d recommend going on YouTube for some free workout suggestions and then going for a cheap pay per entry gym like ActiveSG or one month membership before committing to a longer term gym membership. Alternatively, you could hire a personal trainer to help personalise your regimen which some gyms also offer in-house.
For more experienced gym-goers, you’ll probably have certain equipment needs so it’s best to go for a free trial if available to check out how the gym actually is.
While this article mainly compares popular and big gym chains, don’t forget to compare boutique gyms near your area! What I would do is open up Google maps, type in “gyms” and pick the ones close to you to compare.
Lastly, don’t forget to use your credit card if you have one to pay for your gym membership and get some cash back!
For those of you who want to keep in shape but do not like gym workouts, feel free to check out these online fitness classes for FREE!
Another way to begin your healthy lifestyle is to start eating healthier.
You can learn how to meal prep and control your monthly food expenditure as an added bonus!
For those of you who don’t cook, here are some of the best healthy food delivery options you can consider.
All the best for pursuing a healthy lifestyle!