Unlike any yoga class I've ever taken, or studio I've ever been to - to understand Humming Puppy…read moreyou've got to try it for yourself! Well worth the per class price.

Woah, I was hummed right into a state of utter relaxation! We opted for their most relaxing class…read moreand were not disappointed. A mix of yin and other less dynamic styles of yoga, and finishing with some meditation activities, I left feeling about five years younger! The interior is very chic and set-up much like a day spa, including free hairbands, towels for use and coconut water and tea on arrival. They even have lockers with phone chargers in them, hello 2016! Wish I lived in Melbourne so I could attend this studio's classes regularly.

Best Health club in Melbourne!! The staff are so friendly, the classes are great, and the pricing…read moreis so reasonable - I love it here.

I would strongly advise against joining this gym…read more My experience was marred with unfriendly, unprofessional receptionists, very limited yoga classes and highly inconvenient opening hours (even to simply use the gym area). I asked to cancel my membership during the peak of covid as I had lost my job. I was met with very little sympathy and a $300 cancellation fee. I could only commit to one calendar year of a membership, regardless of covid closures, but my membership was extended because apparently the closed months did not count - I did not sign up to have my membership delayed several months and should not be expected to pay for a gym I physically could not attend once the year had passed.

Words can't explain how much I love this as a place to come and get fit! Everyone is so lovely and…read morethe place is clean and well maintained. On Valentine's day we got little chocolate bars which was so cute! This is a must try place if you want to do some exercise that works muscles you wouldn't even think of!

Newly opened, this studio is crisp, clean and refreshingly white…read more I took advantage of their free housewarming classes. The teacher was professional, and made sure to push or pull you into the right pose. They do aerial yoga, and flow yoga in 27 degrees. It's just a shame that it's so far from me.

I came here to experience yin yoga for the first time. The instructor was Wil, who was lovely. When…read moreI arrived I filled out a simple form asking of any injuries. Then I paid $25 for a drop-in, casual class. I practice hatha yoga and bikram so yin yoga was different. To be honest, at first, I thought the poses were too simple and not challenging. So i collapsed heavy into the poses. The next day, my body was sore in all sorts of places I forgot about!!! I quite enjoyed the spiritual element to the class. Also, the venue was adorable. When I go to yoga, I like it more spiritual based with movement and not super broey gym vibe. Wil was great talking about concepts such as compassion, letting go of our desire to control, and accept this moment where we are right now. After class, I stayed and chatted a bit with wil. I will be coming back my next time in australia for his class he's a doll.

From the owner: Vinyasa yoga, Yin yoga, Pilates, Naturopathy, Thai Massage.read more

The historic St Kilda Sea Baths are located directly on the esplanade in a beautiful, white…read morecomplex. Extensive work has been taken out on the building and the Sea Baths now contain two restaurants, day spa, pools, gym and health club. As far as pools and gyms go, I don't think there's any positioned better in the world. From both area's you get the most amazing panoramic views of Port Phillip Bay. I'm not much for working out, but I know from experience there is nothing better than lazing back in the massive, heated spa in the pool room, the spa being about two metres from the floor to ceiling windows that look straight out on to the ocean. We were in St Kilda for my husband's birthday and it rained all weekend constantly. Wanting to still enjoy the beach, there was no better way than to soak in that spa and watch as the storm clouds and rain swept in from the horizon. It was a seriously tranquil experience. Both the gym and day spa have won numerous industry awards and it's not just for the views, location or facilities. All of Melbourne's best beauty therapists and personal trainers vie for positions at the Sea Baths so you're bound to get the results you want. The only downside is if you want to live the life of a bay side suburbian, you'd better have the cash to go with it because the beauty, professionalism, tranquility, facilities and bubbles come at quite a cost. Not a place I can afford to go often but worth every bit of pampering when I've got the time and finances to go.

This place is too swank and has the multi-million $ slot of real estate.... this is a place of…read moreexercise and getting the fat off, and the fit on?! This... with restaurants and bars flanking it from all sides, the beach directly in front, and the most gorgeous views of the Bay? Just an amazing facility, with an indoor salted seawater full size lap pool, and a very elongated chill and relax spa for just 'being'. A few chairs for stretching out in that salty, humid environment to people watch the esplanade there. Showers at the pool level, in case one is coming in off the beach, to rid all sand. Upstairs are the gym facilities and proper equipment. I have an inside know of the fees for the monthly membership, and it's just hard to rationalize plonking that kind of coin down for something, that ultimately, is for sweating and working out. Still, it is a beauty, this health club bedecked with all finer things. Just look for the domed Santorini-like white building along front in Catani Gardens. Unless you've got a zoned parking permit, I also wish you well on the parking. That can definitely make you want to climb the walls and get your runners on!

I took up the 2 week introductory offer with Yoga Flame. I…read morereally really love this place. I have now had 3 Hot Hatha Flow classes under my belt and feel I can write an informed review. The space itself is fresh white decorated with luscious indoor plants. It has sense of community and calm here with staff and fellow students all very friendly. There are two practice rooms. You can hire mats and towels or bring your own. There are boxes to place your belongings and slots inside the practice rooms to place valuables. The class sizes are smaller to what I have am used to and this gives the teacher a chance to come around to guide and assist you with your postures. I really feel challenged here and that is what I love about it. Make no doubt about it, you will SWEAT and you will work your butt off, but the after glow is ever so sweet and the feeling of accomplishment makes you feel really good about yourself. All the teachers have many many years experience between them. The owners of Yoga Flame have studied under well know Yoga teachers all over the world and they all continue to keep up their learning. Yoga Flame holds workshops with renowned yoga teachers from all over the world regularly and I will be attending a 3 day workshop on Moon Sun Fire with Octavio Salvado this weekend. I really encourage you to give Yoga Flame a try. They have studios in Windsor and Moonee Ponds.

From the owner: We began our first yoga studio in Essendon in 2007 and have recently opened our second studio in…read moreChapel St Windsor

Fernwood in St Kilda would have to be the best gym I have ever been to. I am not usually partial to…read morethe female only concept, but in this case it works well and there is a great "girl power" attitude going on inside where girls of all shapes and sizes can feel welcome. Upstairs at the top end of Fitzroy Street Fernwood has floor to ceiling windows in the cardio area so you have a great view of Albert Park Lake during your work-out. They have a range of machines to use and lots of them, ranging from tredmills, bikes, cross trainers to weight training equipment and free weights. Fernwood St Kilda also has some great group classes on offer if you are wanting a social option to getting fit and the girls at behind the desk also have breakfast items available for their members to enjoy after their work-outs. Fernwood is female focused in a great way they have plenty of showers, hair dryers, straightners and cleansers pretty much everything you need to have a great work-out and leave looking fresh and ready for the day.

Free breakfast! Minty-fresh face washers to wipe that…read more"healthy glow" off your brow. Cardio machines with built in games and TV! Lots of friendly female trainers to put you through your paces and encourage you on those days when you'd rather be in bed. No guys, not a whole lot of pretension. This is my kind of gym!

The first time I came here, I was meeting up with some friends for a frisbee match. I'm not…read moreparticularly coordinated when it comes to the hand-eye activities and so I suggested I just might cheerlead from the side lines... Well, they were all running around and frolicking about in the sunshine - the huge lawns here are perfect for it - and before I knew it I was playing like a recent graduate from the Ultimate Frisbee Champion School. Apart from friendly frisbee games, the gardens are great for a stroll or a relaxed afternoon under a tree. The community garden in south-west corner is nice to poke around in, as are the hot houses. Keep your eye out for critters in the trees.

I always forget this place is here! I feel absolutely privileged to be so nearby. When you're in…read morethe mood for a beautiful scenic walk, this seems to be the place, providing you don't want to head into the city for the other one. The plant life is super abundant and the amount of grass that's available for picnic is awesome! There's even that nice little playground for the kidlets. The only downside is there's always poo on the ground, yes a big downside. I'm not a fan of that being right in the pathway, especially when you are responsible enough to clean up your own dogs poop! Be kind and keep the pathways and grass clean please!

Located upstairs of the Chapel Street Bazaar, Breathing Space is a calm enticing studio for you to…read morerelax and breathe deep. The renovated office space is great as a yoga studio, and is also available to rent for other well-being events. Deepa, the owner, is an amazing Hatha yoga teacher who acts like a mother/grandmother to all in her classes, making sure everyone gets the right amount of attention. There are plenty of blocks, straps, blankets, and eye pillows (my favorite) ... and enough for everyone to go around. I haven't been to the other teachers yet, but Deepa's 9:30-11:00 class on Wednesday mornings has made me a convert. Love the cinnamon and citrus spice Essential oil mix by the fan.