Canberra Gyms and Fitness Centres Guide 2026 — Best Gyms in Canberra
Canberra gyms 2026: the best gyms and fitness centres in Canberra — 24-hour gyms, AIS campus, boutique studios and outdoor fitness in Canberra in 2026.
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Canberra has a highly active population — the ACT consistently records the highest physical activity rates of any Australian state or territory. The city's parks, lake foreshore and mountain trails make outdoor fitness excellent year-round (except the coldest winter weeks). For indoor training, Canberra has a solid range of gym options from budget 24-hour chains to the AIS elite campus. Here's a guide to the best gyms in Canberra.
Major Gym Chains in Canberra
Fitness First — Belconnen, Woden, Tuggeranong and Civic (CBD). Mid-range with pools at some locations and comprehensive class programs. fitnessfirst.com.au
Anytime Fitness — 24/7 across Canberra suburbs including Civic, Woden, Tuggeranong, Gungahlin and Kingston. anytimefitness.com.au
Goodlife Health Clubs — Belconnen and Fyshwick locations in Canberra. Good all-round option. goodlife.com.au
F45 Training — Multiple Canberra studios across Civic, Braddon, Belconnen, Woden and Tuggeranong. f45training.com
Canberra's Unique Fitness Facilities
Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Fitness Centre — Leverrier Street, Bruce. Public access available to world-class facilities originally built for elite Australian athletes. Check AIS website for public membership options. ais.gov.au
CISAC (Canberra Indoor Sports and Aquatic Centre) — Fairbairn Avenue, Phillip. 50m pool, gym, group fitness. Operated by YMCA. ymca.org.au
Free Outdoor Fitness in Canberra
Lake Burley Griffin Foreshore — 35km of foreshore paths for running and cycling, with outdoor fitness stations at Yarralumla Bay, Acton Park and Sullivan's Creek.
Black Mountain — 812m summit above Canberra. The Black Mountain summit trail and the surrounding Aranda Bushland provide excellent trail running and hiking year-round.
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