Bangkok | Fitness Gyms

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Bangkok's Top Gyms







































Bangkok’s fitness scene is just as lively as its culture, food scene, and nightlife. There is no shortage of excellent gyms in Bangkok to help you stay active amid the hustle of daily life. However, with so many choices, finding the right one to suit your needs can be difficult. Most importantly, if you’re going to spend your money and time working out, it has to be worth every penny.

Jetts 24 Hour Fitness Gym
Jetts is an international fitness chain that has multiple locations around Bangkok. One of the best features of Jett is that they are open 24/7. Therefore, you can work out anytime you want. They aim their modern gyms at young, working professionals who are likely to enjoy the ease of working out on their own terms. All the necessary facilities for a perfect workout are available at Jetts. You can find a Cardio Zone and functional training in every gym. In addition, there’s also a wide selection of free weights, training equipment, and machines. Make sure to take advantage of Jetts’ free trial to experience the gym before buying a day pass or a membership! Various locations in Bangkok:

• Address: 348, 348/2 Sukhumvit Rd, Khwaeng Khlong Toei, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10330 (BTS Asok branch).
• Opening Hours: Open 24 hours.
• Price: Day Pass 500 THB | Membership 1,600 THB per month

Muscle Factory
If you are looking for traditional fitness training, the Muscle Factory should be your top choice. This huge gym is fully equipped with various machines, from old-school to modern equipment. Besides fitness and gym-lovers, this gym also attracts bodybuilders thanks to the selection of weights the gym offers. In addition to its huge size and numerous equipment, Muscle Factory offers advice for anyone interested in bodybuilding, fitness, strongman, powerlifting, and CrossFit. Alternatively, if you need help with healthy food prep or even for a competition, they can provide great guidance for you. You don’t need to be a member because day passes are available.

• Address: Sukhumvit 56 Yaek 3 1, Bangkok 10260.
• Opening Hours: 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM.
• Price: Day Pass 400 THB | Membership 2,800 THB per month

Aspire
Being a boutique gym, Aspire is much smaller than most ‘mall gyms’ that are popular among mainstream gym-goers. The gym focuses on personal-trainer sessions, and they give a more individualized approach. In addition, they also have a strong focus on nutrition. Aspire uses a modern and scientific approach. Moreover, their programs are specially designed to meet your needs and goals. Therefore, if you want to achieve a specific target within a short timeframe, you should consider going to this gym. Keep in mind that Aspire is quite a bit different from the average gyms you typically find in Bangkok. However, they are interesting, particularly for hardcore fitness enthusiasts.

• Address: 2nd Floor, Jasmine Building, Sukhumvit 23, Bangkok 10110.
• Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
• Price: Semi-private personal training from 9,600 THB per month

Virgin Active
Virgin Active is an up-and-coming gym in Bangkok that is getting more and more popular among those who are interested in living an active lifestyle. They currently have 8 gyms across Bangkok and each gym comes with cutting-edge equipment. In addition, there are also spas, hot and cold sensation showers, steam rooms, an indoor climbing wall, an indoor swimming pool, and a detoxing salt room. If you prefer to exercise in a group, opt for one of their weekly classes. These include pilates, yoga, wall climbing, and high-altitude training. Various locations in Bangkok.

• Address: Empire Tower, 1 South Sathorn Road, Yannawa, Sathorn, Bangkok, 10120.
• Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

The Movement Playground
The Movement Playground offers an innovative and contemporary take on gym life. True to its name, this gym is basically an adult playground. It centres its activities around obstacles that are made to be both fun and challenging. You can jump over, hang from, and climb onto these obstacles, just like when you were a kid. If you want to try parkour, the Movement Playground is the perfect gym for you. It is the first and only parkour and Obstacle Course Training Center in Bangkok. Aside from parkour and obstacle courses, other classes like yoga, callisthenics, and functional training are also available.

• Address: 36/4 Sukhumvit Soi 69, Bangkok.
• Opening Hours: MON – FRI: 12:00 PM – 20:30 PM
• Opening Hours: SAT – SUN: 8:30 AM – 16.00 PM

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Top HIIT Gyms in Bangkok

If you want to see effective results from your exercise routine, HIIT is a great option. Bangkok has a plethora of HIIT classes on offer that promise to raise your heart rate and boost your post-class endorphins. Never heard of HIIT? Put simply, HIIT is high-intensity interval training; best known for raising heart rates, sweat levels and burning fat quickly. From boxing to climbing, bodyweight exercises to burpees, there are many varieties of the workout.

F45
An Australian fitness craze thats hit Bangkok, F45 offers numerous high-energy classes. Each session is 45 minutes and combines multiple training styles. This includes HIIT, cardio, circuit and functional training into one routine. Furthermore, each class includes a mix of interval, cardiovascular and strength training, all of which have shown to be efficient in burning fat and growing muscle. Take advantage of their free 7-day trial if you want to give it a try.

• Address: 48 Sukhumvit 16 (10th Flr Parking Building of Foodland, Khlong Tan, Klongtoey, Bangkok 10110.

The Aspire Club
As it’s name suggests, Aspire strives to provide a workout environment that motivates and assists gym-goers in achieving greater outcomes. Moreover, you’ll find yourself in a motivating and positive environment and their classes are taught in small groups. They provide high-intensity training courses like “HIIT”, “BOX HIIT”, and “Tabata”. Similar to F45, they offer free HIIT classes for those interested.

• Address: Jasmine Building, 3rd Floor, Sukhumvit Road, Soi 23, Asoke BTS, Sukhumvit MRT.

The LAB
With some of the best trainers in the city, this isn’t your typical drop-in gym. It’s HIIT sessions are super-efficient, and thus are the perfect workout for those with a busy schedule. Guests here have the option of working with a personal training or in a group class. We especially love their 30-minute “HIIT Blast” as it’s an ideal way to maximise your time and training in one go. The LAB’s dynamic movement circuits will have you jumping, lifting, pressing and pulling, guaranteeing that you never get the same exercise twice.

• Address: RSU Tower, 2nd Floor, Soi Sukhumvit 31, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110.

BASE
If you’re seeking something more hard-core and intense, BASE is the place to go. Their cardio workouts, such as their signature HIIT classes “Base Burn” and “Speed and Endurance” will get your body moving. Made to fit all levels of fitness, they also include a free-body composition scan every month. This data-driven assessment provides a full breakdown of your body composition, body fat percentage and muscle mass. Trainers will then design a program specifically for you, incorporating HIIT and strength based workouts as well as a nutrition plan.

• Address: Unit 208, Noble Remix 2, Sukhumvit Soi 36, Bangkok 10110.

NewMoves
This fitness centre emphasizes the “3 pillars of success,” which include training, diet and lifestyle. There is no standard weight equipment here that allows you to move more freely (according to the brand). Instead, you’ll find more abstract items like monkey bars, battle ropes and gymnast rings. Finally, HIIT courses are held every day of the week.

• Address: Maneeya Center Building, Floor 3, Ploenchit Road, Lumpini, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330.

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The Best Gyms in Bangkok

Bangkok’s workout craze has been gaining momentum in recent years. In light of the pandemic, people are more aware of their health and concerned about their fitness than ever before. Now Bangkok is so full of gyms, you might think it’s always been that way. These days you can find one in nearly every shopping centre. But if you’re new to the scene or never considered yourself a gym buff before, then where to go and how to start? We’ve created a list of gyms where you can go to achieve your personal health and fitness goals — and sculpt that sexy beach bod — for 2022!

The BASE
has three locations in Bangkok: Sathorn, Amarin and Thonglor. They won Asia’s Gym of the Year in 2018. BASE provides group programs and personal training for people of all fitness levels. Personal training at BASE is provided by certified and experienced fitness trainers that take into account factors such as your fitness objectives, commitment duration and availability. Their trademark combination of HIIT and strength training is extremely effective at burning fat and building muscle. They have a proprietary technology that tracks your accomplishments in real-time, allowing you to track your progress secretly by seeing how you stand on their leaderboards.

• Pricing
  Their standard group class membership costs 7,900 THB for 1 month, 19,200 THB for 3 months, 35,400 THB for 6 months and 66,000 THB for 1 year. For individual training sessions, they have a variety of options, so it’s better to check their website for details.

Fitness First
If you’ve been to Bangkok before, chances are you’ve come across a Fitness First facility somewhere. If you live here, you’ve probably seen a fair share of them around — there’s 34 clubs across the city. The vast majority of these gyms are in or near department stores, with their main club located at Siam Paragon.

• Pricing
  There are two plans available. My Fit is a membership where you can customise your own fitness plan, starting at 1,390 bTHB per month. You can sign up for 5, 12 or 24 months. The other membership plan is Unlimited Access for 2,756 THB per month, also for 5, 12 or 24 months.

Urban Playground Climbing
Yes, we know this place doesn’t fall in the traditional “gym” category, but it will definitely get your heart racing and your sweat dripping. With almost 7,000 square feet, Urban Playground is one of Thailand’s best indoor climbing facilities. Expect to feel the burn with the bouldering zone’s 70+ levels and more than 40 boulder challenges. If you’re looking for a struggle and a challenge, you can also attempt their 12 metre top rope and lead climbing area. There are other services there, too, including a yoga studio, a swimming pool and a fitness centre.

• Pricing
  There are two membership plans available: an individual plan and a family plan. You can choose between 1 month, 3 months, 6 months and 1 year. Don’t want a membership? No problem. A non-member pass costs 475 THB on weekdays and 575 THB on weekends.

Bangkok Fight Lab
Bored of the average gym? Not a fan of rock climbing? Interested in Muay Thai? Visit Bangkok Fight Lab. Bangkok Fight Lab is the city’s leading combat sports and martial arts training facility. They provide high-quality teaching, a pleasant and inviting environment, and a professional training area of 1,000 square metres, which includes strength and conditioning equipment, a striking area and a boxing ring. You can take part in one of the many classes they offer for judo, boxing, MMA, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling.

• Pricing
  There are countless membership prices: monthly, single/multiple, private and junior. Generally speaking, an All Access Membership for 1-month costs 6,220 THB while an All-Day Pass costs 1,100 THB.