16 exciting gyms with unique classes in Singapore to get your sweat on

Anytime Fitness is renowned as one of the top 24-hour gyms, with numerous outlets conveniently located across the island. But did you know that some outlets also offer free group classes? From boxing to HIIT sessions and more, there’s something for everyone. Do note, however, that not all outlets provide these classes, so it’s best to check with your local gym for availability.

If you’ve been on the fence about signing up for a gym membership, here’s some good news: Anytime Fitness is running a promotion this January 2025! New members can enjoy 15% off a 12- or 18-month membership, plus have their joining fee waived.

You’re looking at the first Lagree studio in Singapore. Lagree, a high-intensity, low-impact workout, focuses on your core, strength, and endurance, which helps to tighten, strengthen, and tone your body in just 45 minutes. While it may look similar to your typical Pilates reformer, Lagree uses a proprietary Megaformer, which is an evolution of the Pilates reformer, designed for high-intensity, low-impact workouts with more versatility for cardio and strength training.

Find out more on their website.

H-Kore Singapore is located at 14 Gemmill Lane #01-01

This unique studio, first founded in Australia back in 2010, is experiencing swift expansion domestically and internationally. Through KX’s unique Reformer Pilates programme, participants can engage in classes designed to improve muscle strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular endurance. KX seamlessly blends traditional Reformer Pilates principles with inventive techniques, creating well-rounded workouts suitable for individuals of all fitness levels.

Find out more on their website.

KX Pilates is located at 93 Frankel Ave, Singapore 458220

If you haven’t heard about GRITYARD, then it’s about time you should. Founded by former national athletes, Lim Yao Xiang, Lim Yao Peng and Chong Nyen, GRITYARD is based on delivering fun yet effective functional group workouts that are made for all fitness levels.

Here, the programmes are designed on the five pillars of human body functional output which include Strength, Power, Agility, Core, and Endurance. In fact, we managed to try one of the programmes out ourselves and we have to say that even the simplest workout can be quite challenging — but who doesn’t like a challenge right?

Find out more on their website.

GRITYARD, 2 College Road, Singapore 169850

Best known for its signature Reformer Pilates workout, Kuala Lumpur’s The Flow Studio has teamed up with local fitness collective Lab Studios to open a reformer-only studio in Joo Chiat with daily classes taught by certified instructors.

Gear up for a full-body workout that the brand says is designed to activate slow-twitch fat-burning muscle fibres so you burn more energy even after your session. It also zones in on Muscular Endurance Training, which helps strengthen, tighten and sculpt your body quickly and safely.

Newbies don’t have to worry, there are classes for all levels, like the Reformer Align, which clues you in on the basics in a fun way.

Find out more on their website.

Flow Pilates by Lab Studios, 437 Joo Chiat Rd, Singapore 427650

There’s no need to commit to a membership plan or additional commission over at the newly opened Freedom Gym. Instead, you can engage a pool of freelance personal trainers to fit your budget and fitness goals.

Spanning over 6,000 sqft at UIC Shenton near Tanjong Pagar MRT station, you’ll get access to top-of-the-line equipment including Arsenal Strength machines, Kabuki Strength equipment that are used by the pros, and more.

Find out more on their website.

Freedom Gym is at UIC Building, Level 2, 5 Shenton Way, Singapore 068808.

Previously housed at CHIJMES and The Cathay as a small, trainer-based gym, Bold Fitness recently moved into bigger digs at Clarke Quay and has expanded its offering to include a range of group classes in addition to its speciality training options.

The new space includes a weights training and HIIT workout area, as well as a resting space and cafe serving up healthy smoothies and sandwiches. In terms of classes, Bold Fitness offers dance, boxing, Muay Thai as well as something called Animal Flow which is designed to improve movement, mobility and flexibility.

Find out more on their website.

Bold Fitness, 3A River Valley Rd, #02-05 Clarke Quay

Bodyfit Training or BFT as it’s commonly known is a circuit-style fitness studio. Each training session lasts 50 minutes, and incorporates a good mix of cardio, weight and functional exercises.

If you’re the sort who loves working out with friends, you’ll be glad to know that BFT does group training, and anyone — regardless of your fitness level — can join.

BFT currently has more than 34 outlets and is located all around Singapore including places like Bugis, Orchard, Tanjong Pagar, and Tampines so you’re pretty much spoiled for choice when it comes to deciding on your home studio.

Interested in trying it out? BFT offers a two-week unlimited trial at $75.

Find out more on their website. 

Founded by Instagram content creator and fitness trainer, Eugena Bey, BE. Studios is a boutique Pilates studio that offers private, duet and group classes.

For the latter, you can choose from classes like the Stability Chair, Reformer Pilates, Chair & Reformer, or Reformer Circuit.

Find out more on their website. 

BE. Studios is located at 85B Amoy St, Level 3, Singapore 069904

XYCO is just one of the many indoor rhythmic spin studios in Singapore that have gained much hype.

Classes start at $45 for a single session and last for about 40 minutes. You can also choose to take on a three-class trial for $70. Trials are restricted to first-timers.

XYCO also has multiple packages you can share with friends.

Not convinced? You’ll be glad to know that XYCO is pet-friendly so… you can bring your furry friend too!

Find out more on their website.

XYCO Studio, 22 Martin Road, #02-02, Singapore 239058

Set in a four-storey shophouse in Tanjong Pagar, Trapeze Rec. Club is an all-encompassing fitness destination.

The 8,000 square feet space houses a cafe, yoga studio, recreation rooms, and even an outdoor cold plunge pool and sauna.

There’s also a reflexology studio where anyone can drop in to get a massage!

Prices for various classes across Trapeze differ so it’s best to check their site for ongoing promotions and member prices.

Find out more on their website.

Trapeze Rec. Club, 27 Tanjong Pagar Road, #02-01, Singapore 088450

Revolution offers exciting indoor spin classes that last for about 45 minutes each. Like most spin studios, expect to experience a fun club-like atmosphere with disco lights and heart-thumping music.

The gym currently has four studios located in the Orchard, Bugis, Tanjong Pagar and Suntec.

First time taking a spin class? Sign up for Revolution’s trial package which costs $35 for three classes.

For more information, and to book slots, visit the website here.

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Axiom is an indoor spin and strength workout fitness studio.

Here, you can expect spin classes of sorts as well as strength classes. For the latter, Axiom focuses on strength and conditioning through proper weight training. If you’re new to weight lifting, sign up for the AxStrength class that will teach you proper lifting forms that will also help you develop good lifting habits.

Find out more on their website.

Axiom, 18A Lorong Mambong, Singapore 27767B

If you’re an aspiring yoga teacher, the Yoga Mandala is the perfect place for you.

Besides offering group yoga classes, TYM has a teacher training academy where aspiring teachers can take training courses, an exam and accreditation.

Those taking group classes can expect to try out different types of yoga including asana, pranayama and dharana.

Find out more on their website.

The Yoga Mandala, 134B Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068600

Located at Joo Chiat Road, Sugar Boxing keeps it simple, promising a heart-pumping challenge set to the hottest tunes of the time.

The workout itself is a mix of boxing on the aqua bag and HIIT intervals on the floor. It starts with four rounds of aqua bag/HIIT and finishes with 10 minutes straight of adrenaline-inducing HIIT followed by three rounds on the bag.

Sugar Boxing, 368 Joo Chiat Rd, Singapore 427613

Quite possibly one of the cosiest yoga studios around, Warrior Studios offers a variety of yoga classes for both beginners and advanced yoga practitioners.

There are also hybrid classes like yogasthenics which combines yoga and calisthenics and budokon yoga which combines yoga with martial arts.

Find out more on their website.

Warrior Studios, 37b Hongkong St, Singapore 059676

This article was first published in Singapore Women’s Weekly. Additional reporting: Her World Singapore/Shazrina Shamsudin