For a council run community recreation centre, the Richmond Rec does not disappoint. Admittedly I…read morecan only comment on the pool facilities as this is all that I use the centre for at the moment. There is a beautifully clean 50m, 8 lane pool that is indoors & heated year round. The lap lane availability is conveniently accessible online and is updated weekly. There are always a mixture of lane speed allocations (fast, medium, slow and aqua play) to ensure that lap swimmers are not disturbed by those just "playing" or "paddling". There is also a sauna, spa and steam room available. The staff at reception are always warm and friendly. Overall, it's a great local pool for my swimming training! It should also be noted that there is a full gym with group classes and a children's pool for swimming lessons. There are plenty of change rooms, showers and toilets. Check it out if you are looking for a nice clean local pool this summer (or winter - it's heated so no excuses)!

One of the BEST community city run gyms I've been to. I always opt for these kind of gyms as I've…read morefound the staff really helpful, knowledgeable and genuinely friendly - This one fits the bill too!! The gym is well equipped with a large variety of machines, weights, balls and mats and many of each too. I rarely had to wait and if I asked (nicely!), other members would be willing to share too. Staff would always say hi and remind you to do reassessments. They were never pushy but motivating and empathetic. I have done at least 5 assessments there with multiple staff and they were all keen to listen and work with your skill level and goals. I've been at 6am, 3pm, 7pm and random days and staff are always welcoming and the members are 98% all friendly and non-judgemental too. I haven't been to the classes but there are tons to choose from but I've been to the pool a few times and I've always had a great swim with minimal people in the change room and maybe 1-2 other people in the swimming lanes. Nice whirlpool/spa area too that is open and relaxing. Easy to get to, fun contests to enter the more you go, tons of parking, helpful staff in the building if you have questions or need to suspend your license, cheapest yoga mat EVER ($15!!), multiple change rooms and community market every Saturday just outside the building too from 8am - 1pm :) While the price is much more than what I've paid at home in Vancouver, I think this was a great value for what I paid here - I would, and have already, recommend this fitness facility to anyone!

Having been a 'gym junkie' and instructor for more years than I'm prepared to admit; I have seen a…read morelot of gyms. Re-Creation is a fairly large facility with three studios, spin room, stretch room, cardio area, weights area and creche. The equipment and layout is updated regularly. It can get fairly busy at peak times but there seems to be plenty of equipment to go round. There are lots of steppers and treadmills - which have a view out the window. Staff are friendly and not 'meat heads' like some places. Recently converted to 24/7 operation with members able to access the facilities outside of staffed times using a keyfob (available at additional cost).

The South Melbourne branch of Re-Creation Health Clubs is a moderately sized gym catering to both…read moremen and woman of all ages. Complete with three separate studio rooms used mainly for classes as well as a dedicated weights area and cardio centre the health club has some good equipment and great group classes. The layout of he gym seems to be a poor use of the space. The weights area is right in the middle of the club and is quite large, with the cardio machines being up the stairs and off to the side making them all a little too squashed together. They do however offer a very large range of classes and with three studio rooms there is always something on from beginners pilates to advanced spin cycle classes. Re-Creation also have personal training available, both male and female trainers at varying packages depending on session length and frequency.

The Fitness Lab is a cool little boutique style gym. It's extremely small and has very limited…read moreequipment, so not for any gym junkies, but good for anyone just wanting something for general health & well-being. They seem to heavily rely on personal training - and for that the place is great. As I kinda need my equipment and a bit of space, this gym isn't for me, but it's perfect for anyone wanting a PT or just to do some general exercise. The staff here are extremely friendly and welcoming - because of this I decided to join for a Month. That's the other great thing - NO CONTRACTS, you can just pay Month-to-Month, and it's CHEAP - $55 per Month. Definitely a winner.. I hope this place does well

Anytime Fitness Glen Waverley is part of the international anytime fitness franchise…read more It is a 24/7 gym that uses a security key swipe system, meaning if you want to train at 3:30am on Christmas day, go ahead. I'm training here at the moment thanks to a scoopon deal, and I'm seriously considering joining up for the year. The location is very easy to get to, and there are parking spaces just outside the member's door (back door). Upon entering, I was shocked at how large the place was; from the outside you would think it was just a small room with a couple of mirrors and equipment. It's actually a really nice set up, the gym feels wide and open thanks to the second story being more of an indoor balcony- allowing you to be on the lower level and enjoy the high ceiling. The upstairs area consists your cardio equipment- all equipment is new and state-of-the-art, with inbuilt personal televisions. The down stairs area offers resistance machines, boxing area and free weights/ weights area. This is a great clean gym that is small compared to the likes of fitness first. However it is large enough to workout, but small enough to feel community based. The only downside is their lack of lockers. They have shelves where you can store your belongings, however it's not locked and anyone could go through your bag. This doesn't really bother me though as it is still technically a 'small' gym, and there are only ever a handful of people inside at the anytime.

I have nothing good to say about this group Companies like this put there hand up for support but…read moremanage to find a way to harass and intimidate. Go there if you will but be aware of their antics. I provided this group with a medical certificate saying this gym was not fit for my purpose. I have been harassed by debit companies and have now received a letter threatening me with court proceedings. I point out that the best level of instruction I received was by a student. My joints ached from attempting to shift bolts in to position. I had pain from my sacrum to knee for six months following my last attendance. Staff turned their backs when I called for support. And, they are hounding me during COVID for back fees. I am 66 years old. This company did nothing to assess suitability and fitness prior to wheedling money from me. There grins are dark with money lust and betrayal.

The gym specialises in intensive training, think of boot camp but indoors and with dumbbells and…read morekettle bells. I did the 28 challenge and manage to be biggest loser. The prize is $250. I lost 7.8 kgs over four weeks. The cost of the sessions is about $50 per week and you can do up-to 4 sessions in a week. The instruction is pretty good and after few months training you should be able to gradually build up your strength. There functional stenght classes if you want to focus on strength.

Great club, top line equipment, friendly social interactions, recommend if you are local or passing…read morethrough.

Full disclosure: I'm approaching 40 years old and haven't been a member of a gym in my life…read more That's a lie. I was a member of a rival gym a couple of years ago. When I joined up I was given an introductory personal training session in which I was reminded how unfit I was and sent packing with a detailed report on my woeful state of health. Or that's how it felt. Totally demoralising and I never went back. That was the background to my contact with Virgin Active (Bourke St.), following a new determination to get fit. It loomed in the background as I perused their site and filled in the contact form. So much so that I shared it with them when they called me back the same day. And again when I had a tour. But my experience with Virgin was nothing like what I experienced elsewhere. It was positive, inclusive, accommodating. They looked to take their cues from me and support my goals rather than impose their own standards. I could talk about the equipment (loads of it), the space (masses of it), or the range of activities (pool/spa/sauna? Check. Indoor rock climbing? Check.) I could mention the cleanliness of the venue or friendliness of the staff. But what it comes down to here is care. Is this a warehouse full of keep fit stuff or does it house a culture of care? It's the latter. Virgin Active have my ongoing business because at each stage they have proven themselves to care about who I am, where I'm at and what I'm aiming for. And that's valuable.

An American gym chain, this branch opened last year along with the influx of many other inner-city…read moregyms in Melbourne. Great facilities, quite cheap, 24/7 and hardly anyone there most of the time. Told them I was a student, was switching from an old gym, and they gave me the first month free and no sign-up fees. Dumbells go up to 50kg or so, plenty of plates for the barbells. You can do pretty much any excercise, except there is no squat rack (I was told for safety reasons). They were even cool enough to tell me that during manned hours (till 6:30pm) I am allowed to bring a friend along to work out with. Very convenient location, would reccomend to others working or living in the area.

Amazing place to get trained by Nick Teroros who used to be a world champion kick boxer in his…read moreweight class. He knows all the moves and combos to make you feel like a true fighter. He has trained with the best and has great stories to share. Nicks partner Tonia also has lots of programs for weight loss. There are many packages to choose from.