The 12 Best Gyms in Glasgow

Glasgow is well-known for its vibrant fitness and wellness scene – but that can make it hard to choose the right gym! With a range of top-quality facilities and exceptional trainers right on your doorstep, you’re truly spoiled for choice.

To help you narrow down your options, we’ve listed the 12 best gyms in Glasgow, covering everything from household-name favourites to niche options. Whatever your fitness goals, you’ll find the perfect fit below.

Table of Contents

1. The Gym Group Glasgow City
2. Everyday Athlete
3. Central Strength
4. CrossFit Glasgow
5. Two Birds Fitness
6. Strong Like A Mutha
7. The Circle Gym Club
8. Nuffield Health Glasgow Central
9. Iron Skull
10. PureGym Glasgow
11. Village Gym Glasgow
12. Elite Gym Glasgow

The 12 Best Gyms in Glasgow

#1 – The Gym Group Glasgow City

Location: 167-201 Argyle St, Glasgow G2 8BU

Opening hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week

Price: From £16.99 per month

The Gym Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of low-cost gym facilities. They are well-known for offering affordable, contract-free access to quality training equipment – and their central Glasgow location is no exception.

Just a short walk from Glasgow Central train station, Gym Group Glasgow City is a great choice for people who want a convenient and flexible option for their regular workout. Some membership options also allow you to use other Gym Group locations for added convenience.

Features:

• Range of low-cost membership options
• Dedicated weights area
• Free WiFi
• Tailored workout plans
• No contracts
• Day passes available

#2 – Everyday Athlete

Location: Unit 18A, 100 Borron Street, Glasgow G4 9XG 

Opening hours:

• Monday to Friday – 6am – 8pm
• Saturday and Sunday – 9am – 1pm 

Price: £89 per month

If you’re looking for an intense and demanding workout in a community-focused environment, Everyday Athlete is the place for you. 

The gym focuses on delivering CrossFit and Muay Thai classes that aim to push your physical endurance and boost your confidence. While it is more expensive than some other options, you’ll benefit from dedicated, in-depth coaching across the various classes.

As well as in-person classes and personal training options, the gym also provides online training for those who need remote alternatives. The gym also recently opened its new thermal recovery facilities, including a sauna and ice baths. That means you can push hard in your workout and boost your recovery, too.

Features: 

• Choice of in-person or online training
• Muay Thai classes with former professional fighters
• Changing rooms and cafe on-site
• Personal training and open gym
• Free parking available

#3 – Central Strength

Location: 15 Midland St, Glasgow G1 4PR

Opening hours:

• Weekdays – 6am -10pm
• Saturday – 9am – 4:30pm

Price: From £25 per month

Central Strength is another great choice for those seeking a gym right in the heart of the city centre. The gym offers a versatile range of equipment, including three squat racks and bars and plates for Olympic weightlifting.

There’s also a choice of conditioning and circuit classes for those wanting a guided workout. And why not take advantage of the on-site performance therapy clinic if you’re working through injuries or needing some additional support?

Everyday Strength offers affordable, contract-free memberships and encourages a supportive environment. It’s the ideal gym for people looking to break a few PRs and benefit from a tight-knit community.

Features

• Regular community meet-ups
• Dedicated study area
• No contracts
• Simple pricing structure with no additional costs
• Day passes for as little as £5

#4 – CrossFit Glasgow

Location: 29 Commerce St, Glasgow G5 8AB

Opening hours:

• Monday to Friday – 5am – 9.30pm
• Saturday 6am – 1.30pm
• Sunday – 9am – 12pm

Price: Available on enquiry

CrossFit Glasgow describes itself as “Glasgow’s original and best CrossFit gym” and is the perfect choice for the city’s CrossFit devotees. There’s a reason it made our list of the UK’s best CrossFit gyms!

As well as offering a packed schedule of classic CrossFit classes for those looking to hit their daily WOD, they also offer Olympic Weightlifting training and conditioning classes. There are even tailored sessions for kids and the over-55s, adding up to more than 150 classes per week.

Features

• Tailored classes for different age ranges
• Large number of specialist CrossFit coaches
• Classes available 7 days a week
• Drop-in classes offered

#5 – Two Birds Fitness

Location: 31 Admiral St, Glasgow G41 1HP

Opening hours:

• Monday to Friday – 6am – 8.45pm
• Saturday – 6am – 1.30pm
• Sunday – Closed

Price: From £65 per month

If you’re looking for a truly holistic approach to fitness, then look no further. Two Birds Fitness focuses on providing full-body workouts in small group settings, with the aim of supporting members to improve their overall health and well-being both inside and outside the gym.

Two Birds Fitness’ unique approach targets a full range of fitness goals, from conditioning and strength to flexibility and nutrition. If you’re aiming to build a solid foundation for your long-term health and prefer more direct coaching, this is a great choice.

Features

• Small group coaching
• Flexible membership options
• Holistic approach to health
• Online booking
• 10-day trial available

#6 – Strong Like a Mutha

Location: 124 Portman St, Kinning Park, Glasgow G41 1EJ

Opening times:

• Monday to Saturday – 6am – 10pm 
• Sunday – Closed

Price: From £55 per month

As the name suggests, Strong Like A Mutha is a gym that’s tailor-made for mums. With dedicated pre- and postnatal sessions, as well as training courses for women at all stages of life, it’s perfect for those seeking a female-friendly environment to train in.

They also vocally support gender equality and inclusivity in the fitness industry. If this is something you’re passionate about, then Strong Like A Mutha can offer a likeminded community.

The training sessions themselves focus on strength training, with an emphasis on supporting women to learn Olympic Weightlifting in a supportive and encouraging way. They also offer online training sessions for those who can’t make it to the in-person classes.

Features

• Wide range of female-friendly classes
• Training courses for aspiring coaches
• Small group personal training sessions
• 4 week trial available
• Changing rooms, showers and refreshment area

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#7 – The Circle Gym Club

Location:  Unit 19, Morris Park, Cloud Building, Roadway 1, 37 Rosyth Rd, Glasgow G5 0YD

Opening Times: 

• Monday to Thursday – 9:30am–8:00 pm
• Friday – 9:30am–7:30pm
• Saturday – 8:50 am–12:50 pm
• Sunday – 12–5 pm

Price: Enquire with The Circle Gym Club

If you’re looking for a safe and welcoming women-only gym in Glasgow look no further than The Circle Gym Club! The team’s innovative approach to fitness helps members transform their lives with as little as 35 minutes of training twice a week. 

The Circle Gym Club’s approach comprises of two primary segments first the ‘Million Gym’ which is a set out in a circle to encourage members to support and cheer each other on. Here you can find 12 fully automated strength and cardio machines. 

Next is ‘The Circle Studio’ which hosts a variety of groundbreaking workout classes, such as box fit, power hoop and HIIT step. In fact, The Circle Gym Club is the only venue in the entirety of Scotland to offer Bungee Super Fly classes!

Features:

• Innovative fitness classes
• Flexible membership options
• Small group training sessions
• Safe lockers to store possessions 
• Likeminded community of members

#8 – Nuffield Health Glasgow Central 

Location: 141 Finnieston Street, Glasgow G3 8HB

Opening hours:

• Monday to Thursday – 6.30am – 10pm
• Friday –  6.30am – 9pm
• Saturday – 8am – 7pm
• Sunday – 9am – 7pm

Price: From £58 per month

Nuffield Health are the UK’s largest fitness charity, and they’re well-known for providing affordable gyms with extensive facilities. Their location in central Glasgow is no different, offering all the workout options you’d expect alongside the main attraction – a heated swimming pool!

With an extensive lineup of classes to choose from and a range of experts on-site to guide you, Nuffield Health Glasgow Central is a great option if you want a varied and well-supported workout regimen. Most memberships also offer multi-club access, meaning you can visit another Nuffield Health gym if you happen to be nearby.

Features

• Heated swimming pool
• Wide range of classes
• Free parking
• Multi-club access
• Sauna and medical clinic
• On-site experts, including PTs and therapists

#9 – Iron Skull Gym

Location: 91 Lancefield Street, Finnieston, Glasgow G3 8HZ

Opening hours: Open for classes only – view timetable

Price: From £50 per month

If you want to combine fitness with self-defense, Iron Skull is a great choice. The gym specialises in Krav Maga, a self-defense system that combines techniques from various martial arts and focuses on teaching ways to keep yourself safe in real-world situations.

The gym also offers specialist kettlebell training from experienced instructors, alongside weightlifting and conditioning options. There are also dedicated Krav Maga classes for children and teens, making it a great option for building confidence and exploring fitness from an early age.

Features

• Highly qualified instructors
• Family-run gym with strong community focus
• No annual contracts
• Free trial available

#10 – PureGym Glasgow

Location: Various

Opening hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Price: From £15.99 per month

With 1.6 million members across more than 500 gyms, PureGym is the UK’s largest gym chain. Their success has come from offering a cheap, no-frills approach to fitness – and all without skimping on quality.

PureGym offers a wide range of locations across Glasgow, making it ideal if you want to ensure you’ll always have a workout option nearby. Most locations offer a range of cardio-focused classes, including cycle and circuit training options, as well as a large quantity of functional equipment.

While PureGym might not be the best choice if you’re looking for specialist training options, you’ll always be able to get a solid workout at a competitive price.

Features

• 24/7 opening
• No contracts
• Large number of locations
• Personal traine

#11 – Village Gym Glasgow 

Location: 7 Festival Gate, Glasgow G51 1DB

Opening hours:

• Monday-Friday – 5 am – 11 pm
• Weekends – 6 am – 10 pm

Price: From £42.17 per month (yearly contract)

Want a luxury gym experience that combines high-end equipment with on-site refreshment options? Village Gym has you covered. From cutting-edge treadmills and a 20m heated swimming pool to a coffee shop and even a pub, Village Gym Glasgow has everything you could possibly need.

Their tech-focused approach also means they’ve got some of the most sophisticated remote training options available. Their on-demand fitness options are available through a handy smartphone app, meaning you’ll never need to skip a workout.

Features

• 20m heated swimming pool
• On-site cafe and restaurant
• Cutting-edge equipment
• Wide range of membership options
• Regular social events

#12 – Elite Gym Glasgow

 Location: Woodville Park Industrial Estate Unit 14-15, Glasgow G51 2RL

Opening Hours: Open 24 Hours 

 Price: £40 per month 

As one of the premier 24 hour gyms in Glasgow Elite prides itself with a nonsense approach to fitness, with their tagline being ‘No Gimmicks, No Mirrors, Just a Great Place to Train’. Here you can focus on practical, traditional training styles, making use of premier equipment and gymnastics to build strength, speed and endurance. 

The facility itself is 2,000sq and is fully equipped with a range of free weights, turf area, peg climbing board and custom-built power racks. Members can make use of these facilities 24/7 and can choose to train with a PT on a 1-to-1 basis or with a small group!

Everyone is welcome at Elite Gym Glasgow, regardless of much or little fitness experience you have, so be sure to make an inquiry today. 

Features:

• 2,000sq ft facility
• Indoor turf area
• Peg climbing board
• Custom built power racks
• Group sessions & 1-1 personal training

Before You Go!

Now you’ve read our list of the top gyms in Glasgow, you’ve hopefully got some good options to choose from. Many of the gyms offer free or discounted trials, so there’s no harm in trying out a few to find the right fit for you!

If you’re thinking about pursuing your own fitness career, why not take a look at one of OriGym’s personal training courses in Glasgow? Our flexible courses let you study in a way that suits you, and will set you up for success in the exciting world of fitness. Download our prospectus to learn more!