Moved to a new location to a larger premise finally. Old place was a bit tight but new space is…read moreawesome and spacious... if you can find it. Still the same friendly crew focused on cleanliness. Best strength training facility across neighbouring suburbs. It's a hidden gem!

Boutique gyms,there are a lot springing up around the suburbs…read more My partner recently joined a new 24-hour gym just up the road and after raving about how fantastic it is, he convinced me to come with him and have a look around. I have to admit, it is really nice. Brand new cardio and weight machines, including a fair few cross trainers and treadmills; beautiful and clean bathrooms with hairdryers, and a high tech security system are just some of the features that Anytime Fitness boasts. We had a chat to one of the personal trainers about the benefits and limitations of joining a 24-hour gym and he managed to convince me that it was a really useful and practical way to get in your exercise if you are strapped for time. One particular example he gave us was about a new mother who woke up every morning at 3am because her baby was crying. Instead of lying around in bed or getting frustrated, she would come to the gym with her daughter and do a workout instead. The other benefit I thought worth mentioning was the security system. People training can wear a sort of necklace with a button that once pushed sends out an emergency call to the police and a private security firm.

This gym has just changed its name to Goodlife from Genesis (to repeat what Kelly said below)…read more Asides from that everything else remains the same. With that in mind, I'm pasting my previous review here with a couple of minor adjustments. Conveniently situated in The Well, Camberwell. This large gym has a lot of equipment, loads of classes and a friendly bunch of trainers. It even boasts city views so you can admire the Melbourne skyline whilst shedding the pounds. The gym has recently adopted a high intensity interval training approach to its classes and personal training, and has included GRIT and RPM cycle classes to their timetable. All round this is a great gym. The only drawback is the price, at $44 a fortnight for a standard membership. Goodlife Camberwell is hard to beat though, so the price is definitely worth it.

Changed from a Genesis to a Goodlife. Same gym, same staff, same classes. So here's my same review…read more- a simple cut and paste if you will! Friendly staff, spacious change rooms with hairdryers and straighteners, big studios, great instructors - and a kick ass view of the city to distract you while slogging it out on the cardio machines. Now if only they would set up a bar for us to really enjoy that view..... ;-)

I was a little bored with my usual gym routine so decided to spice things up and find a boot camp…read moreto help me get motivated again. Healthy Balance offer 8 week boot camps and offer perhaps the best flexibility of any boot camp I have come across. They have locations at Camberwell, Hawthorn, Fitzroy and Caulfield. You pay up front for your 8 week course with prices depending on how often you want to go (twice a week, three times a week or unlimited) - the theory being if you have already coughed up the cash, you're more likely to go. Especially as it isn't particularly cheap. If you miss a session you can simply make it up at any time in that 8 week time frame at any of the locations that suit you. I love that they realise 'life happens' and you can't always get to a session. Sessions are either High Intensity Training, Boxing or a combo of both (my personal favourite) and vary between morning and nights at each of the locations. Trainers are friendly and the group I train with varies from 6 to 10 most of the time so you aren't lost in the crowd. There is also a running club one night a week.

I must admit, prior to going here, I was a little nervous about attending a boot camp. I always…read morethought these sorts of places involved super competitive vein individuals trying to out muscle each other. I'm happy to admit I was wrong. Straight off the bat from speaking to the super friendly owner Jodie on the phone I was put at ease. Healthy Balance fitness offers small group fitness sessions with groups ranging from usually around 6 - 12 people. Everyone is really nice and of all different levels of fitness. Apart from the exercise, I really enjoy the social aspect and having a laugh and a chat before and after session. Boot camp includes High Intensity Training, Boxing or Combo (of High Intensity and Boxing). They also have a running club that run the Tan track throughout the week. Locations for boot camp training include Fitzroy, Hawthorn East / Camberwell, Hawthorn and Caulfield. Boot camp is held outdoors in the summer and indoors in the cooler months. Training is offered on an eight week basis, where you pay up front for two, three or unlimited sessions a week. You can attend any location and if you miss a session you can make it up at any time in the 8 weeks at any of the locations; how good is that? All the trainers I have met are really nice, patient and knowledgeable and really take their time with each member to make sure you are doing the exercises right and getting the most out of it. What I also love is that they send you nutritional and training advice each week and offer a free fitness test every eight weeks so you can measure improvement. If you are just starting off on your fitness journey or getting bored of your usual fitness regime I can thoroughly recommend Healthy Balance Fitness.

The Fitness Lab is a cool little boutique style gym. It's extremely small and has very limited…read moreequipment, so not for any gym junkies, but good for anyone just wanting something for general health & well-being. They seem to heavily rely on personal training - and for that the place is great. As I kinda need my equipment and a bit of space, this gym isn't for me, but it's perfect for anyone wanting a PT or just to do some general exercise. The staff here are extremely friendly and welcoming - because of this I decided to join for a Month. That's the other great thing - NO CONTRACTS, you can just pay Month-to-Month, and it's CHEAP - $55 per Month. Definitely a winner.. I hope this place does well

From the owner: We offer personal training, a studio of equipment, as well as tailored nutritional advice to…read moreprovide YOU with total support. We offer group classes/training.