Fitness

Get ready to get your steam on Torquay, About Time, the Surf Coast’s first full service day spa with hot pools is set to open Boxing Day. 

Upstate has just opened their twelfth Victorian studio in the heart of Richmond, offering a dynamic range of high energy classes such as boxing, hot pilates, yoga, and two reformer studios. 

New Balance lands in Melbourne Central with its huge new concept store in the old Kookaï digs.

Too many of us complain about getting home from work after sitting in the office at a desk all day, having done absolutely no exercise and feeling stiff like your grandma. That's why couple Danny Walker and Jess Hatzis have opened up a new personal training studio in the backstreets of Cremorne called Frame.

Picture this: you’re on a yoga mat in downward dog position with a skyline view of South Yarra and the city skyscrapers in the distance. The team at Studio Ezra led by Georgia Ezra have designed a minimal space with light, neutral tones and whitewashed timber floors, perfect for the cushioning of limbs in wacky pilates positions. Situated on the 11th floor, the large glass window offers an escape from the bustling streets of the shopfronts in South Yarra down below. 

iFLY, the American extreme sports company, has opened its slick-looking indoor skydiving centres across the world and just brought their revolutionary concept to Melbourne.

Gone are the days of trying to get through a workout without being asked what your Instagram is, or being able to enjoy the company of like-minded fit females without the testosterone musk or over-exaggerated mid-workout grunts. 

Offering unique, fun and immersive ride classes designed to not only challenge you physically but also mentally, Bodhi & Ride is revolutionising the Australian boutique fitness industry, one disco cardio party at a time. 

With sophisticated designs created to the highest quality using fabric suppliers from Italy and Switzerland, as well as extensive pre-production R&D, it's easy to understand why so many trust Pedla to keep their bums from getting sore after a long ride along Beach Road.

If you can’t find your zen here, you probably can’t find it anywhere.

My Mama Said is a bit like what would happen if someone went out and built a fitness studio immediately after watching Flashdance.

If you’ve never done reformer pilates, it probably looks a lot like a bunch of ridiculous active-wear people stretching their legs across a moving torture platform. Is it just one of those ridiculous fitness trends that don’t do actually do much?

You might have heard of K-Kore before. You know, the guys giving you the courage to ditch your personal trainer for faster results and strange exercise machines? Yep, that’s the one.

Winter has come, guys. It’s bloody freezing out there. And with all this cold, comes all this eating. And with all this cold and eating comes zero exercise. I mean really, who the heck wants to go for a run outside in the pouring rain? And the dark? Not us. 

If there’s one studio in Melbourne that’ll help you get ripped abs, it’s this place. They’ve got ‘Core’ in the name FFS.

So you want the LA look? That toned and tanned greyhound bod that looks like a fusion between Elle MacPherson and Olivia Newton John circa Let’s Get Physical? We know a good place...

There’s a lot of misconceptions floating around about yoga. First, that it’s expensive. Something you do before hopping in your Jag and brunching in South Ra Ra. The other is that yoga has become a ‘scene’ thing: that people are more concerned with 'gramming and #blessing each other than actually tuning out and enjoying the moment.

This one goes out to your New Year’s fitness resolutions. You know the ones. They were mentally listed on the 1st of Jan and then you put them down somewhere aaand...here we are. But better late than never, right? Rebalance Pilates are here to tone you up (pre Amalfi-sun-bed season) and restore some much-needed equilibrium to your hectic agenda. In the fine words of Olivia Newton John, let's get PHYSICAL.

We’ve got three words for you guys: urban axe throwing.

We’re all about balance. A green smoothie here, a jug of beer there—that’s what it’s all about. Lucky for us, our friends at ROAR Living totally agree.

Lifting and dropping heavy things might not seem like the most efficient workout. But the newest gym in Richmond, Core Strength Fitness Centre, is keen to change that perception.

Looking for a new lunchtime workout sesh? We might have found just the ticket.

'F* It' pretty much sums up our enthusiasm for a 6am workout sesh. But this place could change our minds. It’s a high-intensity fitness club in Ascot Vale that looks and sounds—basically—like a nightclub.

North Walls in Brunswick is the primo spot for hanging off some walls, run by Sam Percy (a Brunswick local for over 15 years). Sam envisioned a climbing spot in the northern suburbs with a chilled out community vibe and a focus on catering to a variety of climbers. From your regular Joes to seasoned veteran climbers. North Walls is an environment where people can climb, hangout, listen to some sweet tunes, and have a good time.

Tried F45? HIT classes making you want to cry? Just about ready to throw your drink bottle at your relentlessly-cheerful spin instructor? We feel your pain. And so does K-Kore, Melbourne’s latest fitness trend.

Now that we’re all grown up (for the most part), we’re all looking for ways to workout that aren’t necessarily traditional, aka boring or difficult. Cue Bounce Inc. It’s like the creators of Bounce were listening to our thoughts and answered our prayers, because if you’re looking for a way to get that heart rate up without having to buy a gym membership, continue reading.

Foodies who hate fitness: this is one workout you’re actually going to enjoy. S3 has recently opened a stunning basement studio in the heart of Melbourne, specialising in low-impact, high-energy barre classes.

Need to get inspired to get moving? Well Universal Practice are here to show you the ropes (literally). Just one year on from the launch of their first store yoga and pilates studio in Richmond, Universal Practice have officially opened a second space, this time in Fitzroy.

Richmond seems to be dotted with thousands of backstreet industrial gyms (must be all those warehouses lying around), but finding one that isn’t a sweaty, GloboGym muscle palace isn’t always easy. Enter The Richmond Gym: an accessible fitness space that’s all about good technique and old-fashioned fun.

All hail the humble squat – the exercise responsible for 90% of peach emoji’s posted on social media. What would we do without you?

Finally—a gym that offers both indoor and outdoor training. Rain, hail or shine, the Brighton Baths Health Club offers a solid workout with a serious view. Can't beat that combo. There's regular Beach Fit classes right on the sand, a modern gym and changing rooms, plus the place is open 24/7, so you can work out in your own time.

Remember when you were a little kid and running around your backyard and having fun counted as exercise? Those were the days. The team at The FUNctional Project understand that not everybody is motivated by an end result—no matter how buff it might be. Instead they're striving to make your workout fun again by offering experience-based training that takes the “should” out of exercise.   

If you’re looking for some Hunger Games-style survival training, or just a great way to have fun and let off steam, you’ve got to check out arrow tag. It's paintball’s badass older brother.

Dukes Gym in Richmond is our latest favourite fitness find, and it ticks all of our ‘ideal gym’ boxes. It’s got a beautiful, high-ceilinged space (tick). It’s what we’d consider a ‘proper gym’, but not in the intimidating, body-builder-type way that swears you off carbs–and gyms–for life (tick). And there’s a female-only area, complete with funky tropical wallpaper (tick).

Whatever else you think about New York City, those guys know how to gym. And now a slice of that Big Apple, boutique fitness scene is getting its sweat on in the backstreets of Cremorne, near Swan St. It’s called Progression Fitness, a joint project from owners Scott Pendlebury (of Collingwood fame) and trainer Ben Scolyer, built on professional coaching and high intensity training (HIT). If you haven’t tried a HIT session before, you probably don’t know what a ‘workout’ really is.

On first glance, The A Life might look like your regular boutique yoga studio, but step inside and you’ll soon realise there’s a lot more on offer than just child’s pose and deep breathing. Run by fully qualified Osteopaths, this Carlton North clinic takes a holistic approach to healing, focusing on wellness from the inside out.

There’s a new yoga studio making waves in Hawthorn East. Jessica Dewar Yoga runs on a pretty unique system (aka the Lentil As Anything approach). They practice a range of yoga styles in their classes, and the cost is totally up to you. Yup, you read that right.

Whether you want to stroll idly down the cobbled streets of the suburbs or you're looking for something a bit more adventurous, Reid Cycles has got you covered. With a showcase of Australian designs, the guys at Reid are offering up road bikes, slick options for city commuters and even a classic vintage design complete with a fun mesh basket.

Australia’s latest fitness-circuit sensation has just arrived to Fitzroy, and they’re taking things up a notch in the fitness scene.  

Running out of time to get that summer body ready? The sister duo, Jayne and Katie of Sweat and Oranges, will whip you into shape in no time. 

This CBD venue is redefining the traditional yoga studio experience. Partnering with bespoke Japanese cuisine from Izakaya Den, pampering sessions from Organika Hair, and custom designed cleansing programs from the Greene Street Juice Co. LA-style boutique fitness is being brought to Melbourne.

Opening June 2016 is the second S3 Studio, this time in South Melbourne (the original is in Yarraville). The core workout that inspired S3 is the incredibly popular barre workout, i.e a cardio workout that is a spin-off from ballet. 

On a side street just off Church Street, you'll find a warehouse. Once you step into this warehouse, you wouldn't have any idea people are lining up for hours at Top Paddock or Pillar of Salt just a few hundred meters down the road. This converted warehouse on Albert Street is home to Universal Practice, your new favourite all round fitness and mindfulness location. 

We love a Melbourne hot-spot that makes our lives easier, and when it comes to keeping fit, healthy and happy, Harmonia Health does exactly that. The South Melbourne hub is home to just about everything you need to keep your body and mind functioning in tip-top condition: Yoga, meditation, Qigong and Reiki healing (read on to find out what they actually do…), massage therapy, acupuncture, and healthy groceries and bodycare, all under one roof for the very first time.

New Port Melbourne fitness studio Bodhi & Ride specialises in keeping your mind and body fit. Taking a three-pronged approach to fitness and wellness, the stunning new studio combines unique Bodhi Flow yoga, spin classes and guided meditation in one two-level space.

Looking for your next fitness fix? The team at KettleFit in Ascot Vale have tailored a results-driven blend of cardio, core and strength-focused exercises to deliver an awesome 30-minute and 60-minute workout. Using kettlebells, the workout classes encourage toning and improved general fitness, whether you're a 'jog once a week' type of athlete, or striving to turn your sports skills into a profession. Check out the website for class times.

Port Melbourne fitness studio KettleFit is serious when it comes to toning, strengthening and improving your general fitness. The new workout concept brings cardio and core strength training together with kettlebell weights techniques to develop awesome full-body 30 and 60 minute workouts. If your routine needs a revamp, get yourself to KettleFit and try out this epic results-driven Melbourne fitness studio.

We don’t mean to alarm you, but we think we’ve found Melbourne’s most relaxing fitness studio. Yoga XTC in South Yarra is a small, multi-service studio that offers complete health and fitness coaching.

Situated in Moonee Ponds, Studio 3 has combined everything about fitness that we love to create the ultimate fitness-meets-zen mecca.

Situated on Hampton Street, Xtend Barre Bayside is one of the best bayside fitness studios for classes that really see results - and leave you looking and feeling toned, flexible, and strong. The slick new fitness centre provides some of the best classes for barre in Melbourne, using unique Xtend Barre techniques inspired by ballet, pilates, and dance combined with resistance training – a one-class solution to your fitness goals. 

If you’re in need of a fitness boost that’s all about toning up, Xtend Barre - the home of high-energy barre in Melbourne – is a fantastic fitness studio situated in the CBD, just a short walk from Southern Cross station.

Fitness fans, get ready for an incredible new class to shake up your routine! Xtend Barre Hawthorn specialises in barre in Melbourne – that’s the ballet, dance, and pilates fusion class that’s transforming even the laziest of couch potatoes into flexible, toned, dancer-esque fitness fans. 

If you’re a northern suburbs fan looking for a fantastic new way to brush up on your fitness routine, look no further than Xtend Barre Essendon. One of Melbourne’s best barre studios, the luxe fitness space brings together pilates, ballet, and dance in one snappy 55-minute class that will have you on your way to a ballet dancer’s body in no time.

With stores across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, Reid Cycles have built quite a name for themselves as the go-to for all your bikeware needs. Stocking everything from cycles, spare parts, clothing and accessories, whether you're a hardcore cyclist or just looking to get to the market every weekend on wheels, these guys have you covered.

If you're looking to improve your flexibility and strength, Warrior One Yoga is one of the best yoga studios in Melbourne for classes that teach everything from fundamentals to advanced techniques. The Brighton yoga studio allows visitors to pre-book mats online for each class, making it one of the easiest yoga studios to attend if you live a fast-paced life. Check out Warrior One Yoga online for current classes and availability. 

Helloooooo KFit, our new favourite fitness and lifestyle membership app! This little beauty gives you access to everything from yoga and boxing to saunas and indoor rock climbing… and most things that you can think of in between, in a single membership that makes the most of hundreds of Melbourne’s best studies, activities and fitness venues.

Porchetta rolls may be a simple concept, but not all are created equal. When we get that craving for salt, crispy, succulent goodness, we're headed straight to Saluministi. Free range slow roasted pork, artichoke paste, pecorino romano and roasted encompassed in a toasted panini—what could be better?

Williamstown personal training and nutrition experts Together Fit specialise in fitness and nutrition that gets great, sustainable results. The team are motivating and friendly, and the classes combine strength training with metabolic conditioning to help you reach your fitness goals. You'll also find coffee from Clark St Roasters, organic smoothies and delicious wholefoods snacks on site. One of our top picks for all-round toning up—class times vary. 

BodyCycle hosts some of Melbourne’s best spin classes in their luxe South Yarra studio. One of our favourite high intensity workouts, enjoy complimentary workout towels and some of Melbourne’s best instructors at this one-of-a-kind gym! 

Talbot Avenue makes some of the most stylish sportswear we've seen being flaunted in Melbourne's gyms and yoga studios. Combining fitness and lifestyle clothing, the Melbourne fashion label is our online go-to for new threads that are perfect for brunching or working out.