I have to have a trainer that can push me and I'm confident they know what they are doing. Chris is…read morea fantastic adaptable trainer that can train a team with variable fitness levels. He leads by example and makes your feel comfortable (whilst in pain lol).

From the owner: - Personal and or Group Training - Boxing Classes (Pads and…read moreBag work) - Fat loss training - Strength and Conditioning - Massage and Remedial Therapy - Cardio and Endurance Training - Sports Specific Training - High Performance Fitness Training - Strength, flexibility and resistance training - Swiss ball training - Core and lower back conditioning - Tailored fitness programs

Great club, top line equipment, friendly social interactions, recommend if you are local or passing…read morethrough.

Full disclosure: I'm approaching 40 years old and haven't been a member of a gym in my life…read more That's a lie. I was a member of a rival gym a couple of years ago. When I joined up I was given an introductory personal training session in which I was reminded how unfit I was and sent packing with a detailed report on my woeful state of health. Or that's how it felt. Totally demoralising and I never went back. That was the background to my contact with Virgin Active (Bourke St.), following a new determination to get fit. It loomed in the background as I perused their site and filled in the contact form. So much so that I shared it with them when they called me back the same day. And again when I had a tour. But my experience with Virgin was nothing like what I experienced elsewhere. It was positive, inclusive, accommodating. They looked to take their cues from me and support my goals rather than impose their own standards. I could talk about the equipment (loads of it), the space (masses of it), or the range of activities (pool/spa/sauna? Check. Indoor rock climbing? Check.) I could mention the cleanliness of the venue or friendliness of the staff. But what it comes down to here is care. Is this a warehouse full of keep fit stuff or does it house a culture of care? It's the latter. Virgin Active have my ongoing business because at each stage they have proven themselves to care about who I am, where I'm at and what I'm aiming for. And that's valuable.

Skulpt Personal Training is a Richmond, Victoria-based weight loss center. Our personal trainers…read moreoffer individual weight loss solutions. We also provide group training through bootcamps.

Jetts opened in October 2011 and is starting to develop into a thriving club in the centre of…read moreRichmond.. Compared to other gyms out there it's a no frills operation, elevated by the dedication and enthusiasm of the trainers. They infect the club with the energy. It's best for weights and weight machines, everything being clean and well maintained and quickly attended to if something is broken. The only thing missing from my selfish perspective is a stair master. They don't run classes (such as pump, combat ect) but the trainers run their own version, with kettle bells and boxing on regular offer. Talk to the trainers - they know their stuff. The Jetts price model is absolutely reasonable and I think some of the best value out there. They also have reciprocal rights between all Jetts gyms, join one, join them all. With 24 hour access, it's pretty good value for money. Head down and see Jesse and his crew, they are always friendly and willing to show you the best way to do things.

From the owner: Get started at Jetts with no contracts, low fees and 24/7 access. You can workout on your terms at…read morea time that suits you.

The Richmond ATF is what it is. A standard 24hr gym…read more It's not the biggest gym in the world, but for me it's super convenient to home and I can go whenever I want. I generally go at non peak times. During peak times it can get pretty crowded and make it difficult to get in the exact workout you are hoping for. The manager isn't the friendliest, but I was a straight shooter about what I wanted, so I didn't get the pushy sales pitch. Haven't personally trained with any of the PTs, so can't comment on that aspect. It's clean and tidy and new, with most equipment you would want in a gym (except a TRX which would be handy). If you are after friendly smiles, conversation and more personal service, this isn't really the gym for you.

I have been a member of several gyms throughout my life and my experience at Anytime Fitness…read moreRichmond was the worst I have ever had. The manager of Anytime Fitness Richmond is to be avoided at all costs! He the type of character that blackens the industry and is more concerned with generating as much money as possible without providing any level of customer service.  If you have any type of issue he is more likely to charge you for his time than actually solve the issue.  DO NOT GO NEAR THIS PLACE!

So happy that KX has opened in my hood. I've had friends raving about their classes but couldn't…read morequite muster up the energy to travel to Richmond or beyond so was pleased to know KX classes are now only a short walk away (no excuses!) I kicked things off with an amazing Scoopon deal of four classes for $29. It was pretty hard to stretch those classes beyond a week because this place is addictive. KX operates under a quality brand protocol so all trainers follow the KX school of training and the studios have the same welcoming, friendly vibe. Their instructors are professional and knowledgable, and the equipment is great quality (and brand new!) Despite my muscles feeling very tender (having not done reformer classes for over a year) I'm hooked.

From the owner: The KX Pilates workout increases intensity by recruiting the most number of muscle fibres in the…read moreshortest amount of time, and by reducing the time between sets. With this increased muscle fibre recruitment along with working at constant pace throughout our 50 minute power workout, you will be constantly challenged and engaged, focused on the task at hand at all times.

OH GOD MY LEGS. Kaya…read morehas been kicking my ass for the past month and this is the only sentence I can utter after one of their killer pilates reformer classes. Kaya is part of that new breed of gym where you really feel like you should be dressed up when you go in - it's just that beautiful. Hardwood floors, geometric architecture, you could confuse this gym with a trendy new Northside cafe. I am addicted to their pilates reformer classes. They are touch but achievable and you honestly feel stronger the next day. They also host Barre classes, boxing classes and a variety of different yoga classes in temperature controlled rooms. One of the coolest things about Kaya (at least in my eyes) is the electronic lockers. At my last gym, I was given a beaten-up key to a grotty locker, but here the lockers are ready for you to input your very own 4-number code. Easy. Simple. Secure. If you work/live in the city and are looking for a decent gym, look no further.

Looking for a space to get your health kick on? Look no further then Kaya. With their range of…read moreclasses, people pop in and out straight from work and the daily grind, and into workout clothes for a session to get themselves back in order. Its a health club. You wouldn't come here for the gym, even though they have what you need here. But the classes? Oh yes. You may look into some of the rooms and think to yourself, what the heck are these machines? Why that is Reformer Pilates. Get on one and find out for yourself, cause it'll be your new friend. This session made me remember that I had a core. Who knew? And after those 45 minutes of intense not expecting to get sweaty -but I did, I was most definitely sore the next day. And I loved that. Yoga has always been my go-to. Nidra yoga with Ashleigh here is something everyone should do to get in touch with your inner peace. Its so soothing, almost like a grown up nap time. But it's so so much better than that, like mind out of body stuff. Plus, it's much more rewarding. Yin and meditation was with Derek; yin yoga really focuses on getting to know one pose and learning what is comfortable for you. Being someone who normally does vinyasa, yin is calming, and it's good to stretch yourself in one pose. I walked out feeling like a pigeon pose champ. The barre class. Holy cow, for anyone looking for that dancer-type body, this one's for you. I had zero idea of what I signed up for, except for Google pictures and making up some concept in my mind. The Monday night session with Kirby kicked my butt, well my legs actually. It was so different from what I imagined it'd be like, and a lot more strenuous. I was that person taking little intermittent breaks just to compose myself. Yep, not ashamed, I just was not used to that intensity in a workout. For days following this, my legs felt like straight up jello. Kirby was great, she was extremely motivating and fun, and mixes it up. Matt, the Membership Advisor, is a sweetheart and the perfect go-to person for enquiries and help. I mean, everyone is nice and friendly at Kaya, but Matt was welcoming as well. The location is ideal, convenient for any city folk as it's the top of the emporium and it feels like a sanctuary sitting up there. What better way to sweat yourself back into shape then on top of a mall?