Memphis Gym Market -- Overview
Memphis's gym market is value-leaning and spread across Shelby County with crossover into DeSoto County (MS). The metro has more than 200 commercial gyms. Planet Fitness, Gold's Gym and LA Fitness dominate on unit share; premium suburban demand is concentrated in Germantown and Collierville. Boutique density is strongest in East Memphis and Overton Square.
Chains and Major Clubs in Memphis
| Chain | Positioning | Typical monthly price |
|---|---|---|
| Planet Fitness | Budget, 24/7 | $15 - 25 |
| Gold's Gym | Mid-range strength focus | $25 - 50 |
| Crunch Fitness | Mid-range with boutique feel | $30 - 70 |
| LA Fitness | Mid-range full-service | $40 - 60 |
| Workout Anytime / Anytime Fitness | Small-box 24/7 | $25 - 50 |
| Kroc Center Memphis | Community premium | $60 - 110 |
| Orangetheory / F45 | Boutique HIIT | $150 - 220 |
| [solidcore] / Club Pilates | Boutique pilates | $30 - 40/class |
| CorePower-style / Delta Groove Yoga | Boutique yoga | $25 - 35/class |
| YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South | Community full-service | $50 - 80 |
Gyms by Area
- Downtown / South Main / South Bluffs -- LA Fitness Downtown, Planet Fitness, Orangetheory; tower-resident and tourist-hotel base around Beale Street and FedEx Forum
- Midtown / Cooper-Young / Overton Square -- Orangetheory, boutique yoga and barre, CrossFit; walkable young- professional core
- Medical District / University of Memphis corridor -- Planet Fitness, Gold's Gym, student-market chains; UofM Student Rec adjacent
- East Memphis / Kirby / Poplar -- LA Fitness, Gold's Gym, Orangetheory, [solidcore], boutique pilates; mid- range and boutique density along Poplar Avenue
- Germantown / Collierville / Cordova -- LA Fitness Signature, Orangetheory, Crunch; premium east suburban
- Bartlett / Arlington / Lakeland -- Planet Fitness, Gold's Gym, Anytime Fitness; suburban value-mid
- Frayser / Raleigh / North Memphis -- Planet Fitness, YMCA, community chains
- Whitehaven / South Memphis -- Planet Fitness, YMCA; community-scale gyms
- Southaven / Olive Branch / Horn Lake (MS) -- Planet Fitness, LA Fitness, Gold's Gym; Mississippi border suburbs
Practical Information
- Peak hours: 05:30-08:00 and 17:00-19:30 weekdays. Weekend peak 08:00-11:00.
- Quietest times: 10:00-15:00 weekdays; 22:00-05:00 at 24/7 clubs.
- 24/7 access: Planet Fitness, Workout Anytime, Anytime Fitness, most Gold's Gym locations and select Crunch clubs run 24/7.
- Parking: free at suburban clubs; validated Downtown and Overton Square.
- Climate: humid heat May-September pushes afternoon training indoors; mild spring/autumn favour Shelby Farms (one of the largest urban parks in the US), Wolf River Greenway and Overton Park for outdoor running.
- Corporate discounts: FedEx, International Paper, AutoZone, St Jude and Methodist Le Bonheur employees often have fitness subsidies -- check HR benefits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest gym chain in Memphis?
Planet Fitness at $15/month (Classic) is the budget leader. Workout Anytime around $20/month and Gold's Gym first-month promos in the $20s are the cheapest full-service options.
Which Memphis gyms are open 24 hours?
Planet Fitness, Workout Anytime, Anytime Fitness, most Gold's Gym locations and select Crunch clubs run 24/7.
Which Memphis gyms have swimming pools?
LA Fitness Signature, Kroc Center Memphis, YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South branches and Hickory Ridge Aquatic Center include pools.
Where are the best boutique studios in Memphis?
East Memphis / Poplar, Overton Square and Germantown concentrate the densest boutique cluster -- Orangetheory, [solidcore], Club Pilates and independent yoga/barre.
Is ClassPass worth it in Memphis?
For 4+ boutique classes per month in East Memphis, Overton Square or Germantown, ClassPass typically costs less than paying per class direct.
Browse Gyms in Memphis
Individual gym listings for Memphis follow below, with address, hours, Google rating and photos where available.