Gyms in Australia: What the Fitness Market Actually Looks Like
Australia has one of the highest gym-participation rates in the world, with around 4.7 million members across roughly 5,500 clubs. The market is led by 24/7 franchise networks - Anytime Fitness, Jetts, Plus Fitness, Snap Fitness and Fitness First
- and boutique brands F45 Training (Australian-born) and Orangetheory Fitness. Goodlife Health Clubs operates the full-service premium segment in most capitals alongside municipal-operated aquatic centres.
Most Australian gyms bill weekly by direct debit rather than monthly, with no lock-in contracts at most 24/7 chains. Pricing runs from AU$14.95/week at budget franchises up to AU$65/week at premium full-service clubs with pool and sauna.
Gym Chains in Australia
| Chain | Positioning | Typical weekly price |
|---|---|---|
| Plus Fitness | 24/7 franchise, no lock-in | AU$13.95 - AU$16.95 |
| Jetts Fitness | 24/7 no lock-in | AU$14.95 - AU$18.95 |
| Anytime Fitness | 24/7 no lock-in | AU$18.95 - AU$22.95 |
| Snap Fitness | 24/7 no lock-in | AU$14.95 - AU$19.95 |
| Fitness First | Full-service with classes | AU$24.95 - AU$39.95 |
| Goodlife Health Clubs | Full-service, classes + pool | AU$24.95 - AU$44.95 |
| Crunch Fitness | Mid-range with classes | AU$13.95 - AU$19.95 |
| F45 Training | Boutique functional HIIT | AU$55 - AU$85 |
| Orangetheory Fitness | Boutique heart-rate HIIT | AU$50 - AU$80 |
| Virgin Active | Premium, pool & spa (NSW) | AU$45 - AU$65 |
Where the Gyms Are - by State
Australia's gym market tracks population along the east and south coasts:
- New South Wales (Sydney, Newcastle, Wollongong) - the largest market; Anytime Fitness, Fitness First, Virgin Active and Plus Fitness all operate dozens of clubs across Sydney
- Victoria (Melbourne, Geelong) - dense Goodlife, Fitness First and Anytime Fitness coverage, with strong F45 and boutique pilates studios in inner Melbourne
- Queensland (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Cairns, Townsville) - Jetts is QLD-born and strongest here; Plus Fitness, Anytime Fitness and Goodlife also well represented
- Western Australia (Perth, Mandurah, Bunbury) - Goodlife, Anytime Fitness and Plus Fitness lead; HBF Arena and aquatic centres cover the public segment
- South Australia (Adelaide) - Goodlife, Anytime Fitness, Snap Fitness and local chain Fit n Fast
- Tasmania (Hobart, Launceston) - Anytime Fitness and council aquatic centres dominate
- ACT (Canberra) - Club Lime is the largest local chain, alongside Anytime Fitness, Snap and F45
- Northern Territory (Darwin, Alice Springs) - limited to Anytime Fitness, Snap Fitness and municipal pools
Coverage extends to every state and territory - use the directory below to drill into your region and suburb.
What to Expect at an Australian Gym
- Equipment: modern cardio (treadmills, bikes, rowers, SkiErgs, assault bikes), full free-weight platforms, cable machines, squat racks and dedicated functional-training zones
- Classes: Les Mills (BodyPump, RPM, BodyCombat, Grit), yoga, pilates, HIIT and boxing - included at Goodlife, Fitness First and Crunch; boutique-only at F45 and Orangetheory
- Pool and Sauna: standard at Goodlife, Fitness First Platinum, Virgin Active and council aquatic centres
- Opening hours: Anytime Fitness, Jetts, Plus Fitness and Snap Fitness operate 24/7 at nearly all clubs; full-service clubs typically run 05:00-22:00
- Billing: weekly direct debit is standard; most 24/7 chains offer no lock-in contracts with a one-week cancellation notice
Contracts and Cancellation
Most Australian 24/7 chains advertise no lock-in contracts - cancel anytime with seven days' notice. Full-service clubs (Goodlife, Fitness First, Virgin Active) still offer tied 12-month terms at a 20-30 % discount to month-to-month. Joining fees of AU$49-99 are common but frequently waived during promotions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the cheapest gym in Australia? Plus Fitness and Crunch Fitness sit around AU$13.95/week on no-lock-in memberships - Australia's lowest ongoing price on a national chain. Snap Fitness and Jetts start just above that from AU$14.95/week.
Which Australian gyms are open 24/7? Anytime Fitness, Jetts Fitness, Plus Fitness, Snap Fitness, Crunch and Club Lime (ACT) operate 24/7 at nearly every location. Fitness First and Goodlife Health Clubs vary: some clubs run 24/7, others close overnight.
Do Australian gyms have pools? Pool access is standard at Goodlife, Fitness First Platinum, Virgin Active and council-run aquatic centres (many of which sell gym-and-pool combined memberships). Budget 24/7 chains do not include pools.
How much is a gym membership in Australia? Budget 24/7 chains start at AU$13.95-AU$19.95/week. Full-service clubs with classes and sauna run AU$24.95-AU$44.95/week. Boutique studios (F45, Orangetheory) cost AU$50-AU$85/week for unlimited sessions.
Can I use my Anytime Fitness / Plus Fitness / Jetts membership at any club? Yes - Anytime Fitness, Plus Fitness, Jetts and Snap Fitness all offer national (and international) reciprocal access on a standard membership. You can use your key tag at any club in the network at no extra cost.
Browse Gyms by State
Use the state and suburb links below to drill down to the fitness clubs closest to you. Each listing shows address, opening hours, Google rating and photos where available.