This gym rocks - totally slays Fitness First…read more Relaxed environment, clean equipment, super friendly PTs, inexpensive, good opening hours, no doof-doof or TVs and, most importantly, no fixed term contracts and an accommodating suspension policy. Need I say more? The PTs can write you up a program and are always on hand to help when you can't quite remember how to do that burpie. Excellent boxing equipment and classes. Attracts a wide community (because of its great vibe and staff!), covering the macho dudes to the distinguished and refined. PT sessions are also available, which sometimes look more like bootcamp (fancy to pull a tyre anyone?)

If you are looking for a cosy gym, with friendly staff, a great machine-to-sweaty-shorts ratio in a…read morenice location then healthy fit is the place to go to. The gym has practically everything you'll need, from free weights, to cardio machines to cables, to suspension straps, showers, lockers, a separate area for regular classes, and a room for their resident Osteo. I have been going to Healhy fit for a month regularly and never had to wait for a machine to be available once. The trainers are very welcoming and will make sure you will feel at home, plus the initial assessment I got was very beneficial and insightful. Whether you want to go to a place that has a large selection of classes, or, like me, want to have your headphones-in and hammer away like the lone wolf that you are, healthy fit is a great place to be.

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!

An amazing rowing club that hires out upper level function room great view of city across Yarra and…read moregreat facilities for any event! Great bathrooms, bar area and entry exit access control! Has an elevator if required and the balcony has envious views! Amazing rowing decor with Olympic history on walls! A must see venue if you get a chance! Truly amazing function facility from sit down to cocktail!

Dropped in for 2 classes at Crossfit U while in Melbourne for a few days and had a great time, the…read morecoaches are very knowledgeable and have great energy. Even though my wife and I were just dropping in they made sure to spend time with us on the skills and made us feel like one of their members. Also, I looked at a few other boxes in the area and U was the only one that had a strength portion as well as a WOD, which I think is the best training and very similar to my home box. If I lived in Melbourne I'd definitely be a member!

Ridiculous excuse for a gym. Pushed the hard sell from the moment I walked in. Wanted to charge me…read more$200 for three "foundation" classes which I apparently needed in order to do any group classes. The trainer that took me through a set of "crossfit" excersizes. Push ups, sit ups and squats. Groundbreaking stuff guys. In addition, not one single patron said hello to me. I'm actually quiet approachable believe it or not, I know I'm ranting... Couldn't believe how expensive they are considering. If you need flexibility and want to lift weights go anywhere else but here!!!

Well, this is a little hard to get to, but it is certainly worth the trek because it turns out that…read moreit is a pretty awesome place for an afternoon of fun. Well, okay, I thought the kiosk was a little tacky, but once you get outside, well, it certainly ramps up its impressiveness. You can either play mini-golf, or go on the driving range, and since I have no interest in seeing how far I can hit a ball, we went to the mini-golf. I must admit, that it is hard, but it is also pretty fun as well. In fact, there are two options you can take as well, the one in the shade, and the not so shady one, which means that if you finish one, well, you can then go and do the other one. Yeah, this place is pretty cool.

Good Clean, well maintained quality mini golf course. 2…read moreHoles in one by the kids which resulted in free freddo's for them at the end. Thanks!

Bouncing around in a 16kg ball while dodging other big balls of happiness and trying to kick a…read moresmaller ball into a net. Sounds like a fabulous idea and one that will lead to many bruises and interesting tales. This was my second time at the Football factory. Each time I've found the staff to be kind, supportive and helpful. Especially during those times when I'm too busy impersonating a turtle to save myself for a bombardment of balls. The game is easy. You just need to convince at least 7 of your best mates or frenemines to join you in a round or two. A group of. 12-16 works best for good ball rotation and player down time. You don't want your players to get ball exhaustion. So you hop in a ball, bounce around and try to score goals while not getting stuck in the turtle position. The field is the average size of a indoor soccer field with appropriate protection for spectators. You don't want to see you friends squished by 16kg of big bouncy ball. A few tips to reminder-wear a tee. Singlets are a great way to get harness burn. Hard to explain to family and friends. Bring water. A lot of water for rehydrating in between rounds. Bouncing around in a giant ball is akin to a gym session wrapped in bubble wrap inside a sauna. So hot stuff. Deodorant will be needed.

I was lucky to be invited to the Football Factory to try the super-awesome-potentially brutal & not…read morefor the weak game that's bubble soccer. Kudos to Jean B for being the first one to mention it. For those wondering what on earth bubble soccer is... Well it's basically indoor soccer but you're inside a giant inflatable bubble. Forget any soccer skills that you may have or how fit you are (or think you are) because, when it comes to bubble soccer, everything goes out the window. You can expect 3 things though: - Your knuckles and knees are going to get bruised. - You'll get a good workout, sweat and very likely end up sore. - Most importantly though, you'll have heaps of fun! The guys at the football factory are great and made sure that we had a good time and enjoyed ourselves. Check them out: They do birthday parties, 5 A side comps and say what?! - Laser football?! I totally want to have a crack at that!

This public asphalt tennis court is totally awesome. It doesn't cost anything to use - the gates in…read morethe photos are always open, and it is ready to be played on regardless of whether it has been raining or not. (Unlike grass or dirt courts.) The court itself has had some bumpy surfaces over the years but the council always gets onto them pretty quickly and gets them fixed. The surface does have a few cracks at the moment but they are level so it's ok. When the ball bounces on them it can cause it to bounce weirdly but it just makes you play better! The court is never really busy and in the six or seven years that I used it relatively frequently I only turned up once to find that someone else was using it. It is located right behind Knoxfield Shops, which is great because you can have a great game of tennis then go grab a drink from IGA and relax on the public park bench outside. I don't know of any other free courts in the area so I rate this one pretty highly!

Absolutely disgusting, do not go here. Do not waste your time. It is the dirtiest place I have ever…read morebeen to. As for the toddler area, all the toys are broken and dirty. I have been here twice and contacted them, but had no response. Do not go here; it is the most disgusting, dirtiest place I have ever been to.

I strongly believe that Crocs playcentre is the most fun playcentre in Australia. Firstly the…read moreslides are amazing there are different varieties of slides. Secondly when you don't know what to get your kids to eat get the crocs meal it is really yum. Thirdly there is a baby area so babies can play to. That is why I think you should go to crocs playcentre. Written by RH - aged 8