All of my friends know that my New Year’s Resolution is to stay in shape and exercise more. (I know, I’m basic, but it is a good goal to work towards.)
But here’s the thing, I always feel so unmotivated to exercise… So I figured, maybe a gym membership might push me towards regular exercise.
After all, I’m all about living a healthy, strong, and functional life.
For a rock bottom price, of course.
That’s why I also went through the trouble of comparing soooooo many vendors just to find out which one sells the cheapest protein powder.
“How do you stay fit while not blowing a hole in your savings,” you ask?
Simple.
Just go to the cheapest gym near me, and focus on performing compound exercises with good form.
I can’t help you with the exercise part because you’ll need proper training and supervision.
But I can, at the very least, help you with finding cheap gym memberships in Singapore.
Disclaimer: Please consult a doctor before engaging in any rigorous, physical exercises because we love you and want you to live long so that you can continue reading our articles.
TL;DR: Cheap Gyms In Singapore with Gym Memberships <$100 Per Month
There’s nothing wrong with “luxury gyms” like Fitness First or Virgin Active.
But hey, a 20kg dumbbell in a neighbourhood gym is going to weigh exactly the same as a 20kg dumbbell in a fancy gym that provides cucumber water, towels, and access to a sauna.
If you can do without the latter, check out this comparison to find some of the most affordable gyms in Singapore:
| Cheap Gyms in Singapore | Monthly Membership Fee (Regular/Peak) | Monthly Membership Fee (Off-Peak) | Per Entry | Opening Hours | Off-Peak Hours | Misc Fees | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gym Pod | $12.90 (first 6 sessions, $7.50 per session) $69 (first 10 sessions free) | - | $7.50 (Off-Peak) $9.50 (Peak) | 24-hour access | Mon to Sun - 12am to 7am | - | Islandwide |
| ActiveSG Gym | $18 - $30 | $9 - $15 | $2.50 (Adults) $1.50 (Student/Senior Citizen) $3.30 (Foreigners) | Mon to Sun - 7am to 10pm | Mon to Fri only - 7am to 4pm | - | Islandwide |
| Ulu Pandan Fitness Centre | $35 - $42 $24.25 - $28.50 (Seniors & Students) | $24.25 - $28.50 | $6 (Daypass, Adults & Students) $2.50 (Senior Citizens) | Mon to Sun - 7am to 9pm | Mon to Sun - 10am to 6pm | - | Ulu Pandan |
| SAFRA EnergyOne | $55 (SAFRA Member) $60 (non-SAFRA member) Till 30 Sep 2023 | $40 Till 30 Sep 2023 | Off-Peak $8.65 (SAFRA Members) $12.95 (Guest) Peak $14.05 (SAFRA Members) $21.60 (Guest) | Mon to Sun - 6.30am to 10.30pm | Mon to Fri - 6.30am to 5pm Sat & Sun - 6.30am to 1pm - 8pm to 10.30pm | - | Choa Chu kang Jurong Mount Faber Punggol Tampines Toa Payoh Yishun |
| Dennis Gym | $64.17 - $120 | - | - | 24-hour access | - | - | Balestier Farrer Park Jurong Tampines Tai Seng Taman Jurong |
| HomeTeamNS (Fitness Workz) | $81.25 - $143.33 (Guest) $61.25 - $101.67 (Affiliate) $49.17 - $83.33 (HomeTeamNS) | $71.92 - $108.33 (Guest) $52.92 - $78.33 (Affiliate) $40.83 - $65 (HomeTeamNS) | Off-Peak $8.60 (HomeTeamNS) $10.70 (Affiliate) $21.40 (Guest) All Day $8.60 (HomeTeamNS) $12.80 (Affiliate) $21.40 (Guest) | Mon to Sun - 7am to 10.30pm | Mon to Fri - 7am to 5.15pm Sat & Sun, PH - 7am to 1.45pm | - | Balestier Bedok Bukit Batok Khatib |
| Owl Gym | $82.33 - $98 $58 (Youth & Seniors) | - | $10 onwards | 24-hour access | - | - | Sembawang |
| The Gym | $89 - $123 | - | - | 24-hour access | - | One-time joining fee including key tag: $48 | East Coast |
| Anytime Fitness | $90 onwards (based on locations and without promotions) | - | - | 24-hour access | - | Price varies with location & promos | Islandwide |
| 24XFitness | $90.72 - $101.52 | - | - | 24-hour access | - | Access key:$73.44 | Bugis Paya Lebar |
| GymmBoxx | $95 - $115 | $65 - $80 | - | 24-hour access | Mon to Fri - 12am to 4pm - 11pm to 11.59pm Sat & Sun | Registration Fee applies | Ang Mo Kio Bedok Bishan Canberra Choa Chu Kang Hougang Jurong Sengkang Tampines Queenstown Woodlands Yew Tee |
Note: Prices shown are based on the cheapest per month packages available.
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Which Is The Cheapest Gym In Singapore?
If cost is your only consideration, I’ve categorised the various <$100 per month gym membership options into the following for your convenience.
Also, I’ve factored in any one-time registration or access key tag fees that they might levy so you have a better idea of which is truly the cheaper option.
Here are the most affordable gyms in Singapore
Cheap Gyms In Singapore Under $50 per month
| Cheap Gyms in Singapore Under $50 per month | Monthly Membership Fee (Regular/Peak) | Monthly Membership Fee (Off-Peak) | Per Entry | Opening Hours | Off-Peak Hours | Misc Fees | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gym Pod | $12.90 (first 6 sessions, $7.50 per session) $69 (first 10 sessions free) | - | $7.50 (Off-Peak) $9.50 (Peak) | 24-hour access | Mon to Sun - 12am to 7am | - | Islandwide |
| ActiveSG Gym | $18 to $30 | $9 to $15 | $2.50 (Adults) $1.50 (Student/Senior Citizen) $3.30 (Foreigners) | Mon to Sun - 7am to 10pm | Mon to Fri only - 7am to 4pm | - | Islandwide |
| Ulu Pandan Fitness Centre | $35 - $42 $24.25 - $28.50 (Seniors & Students) | $24.25 - $28.50 | $6 (Daypass, Adults & Students) $2.50 (Senior Citizens) | Mon to Sun - 7am to 9pm | Mon to Sun - 10am to 6pm | - | Ulu Pandan |
Cheap Gyms In Singapore From $50 To $80 per month
| Cheap Gyms in Singapore From $50 to $80 per month | Monthly Membership Fee (Regular/Peak) | Monthly Membership Fee (Off-Peak) | Per Entry | Hours | Off-Peak Hours | Misc Fees | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAFRA EnergyOne | $55 (SAFRA Member) $60 (non-SAFRA member) Till 30 Sep 2023 | $40 Till 30 Sep 2023 | Off-Peak $8.65 (SAFRA Members) $12.95 (Guest) Peak $14.05 (SAFRA Members) $21.60 (Guest) | Mon to Sun - 6.30am to 10.30pm | Mon to Fri - 6.30am to 5pm Sat & Sun - 6.30am to 1pm - 8pm to 10.30pm | - | Choa Chu kang Jurong Mount Faber Punggol Tampines Toa Payoh Yishun |
| Dennis Gym | $64.17 - $120 | - | - | 24-hour access | - | - | Balestier Farrer Park Jurong Tampines Tai Seng Taman Jurong |
Cheap Gyms In Singapore From $80 To $100 per month
| Cheap Gyms In Singapore From $80 To $100 per month | Monthly Membership Fee (Regular/Peak) | Monthly Membership Fee (Off-Peak) | Per Entry | Opening Hours | Off-Peak Hours | Misc Fees | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HomeTeamNS (Fitness Workz) | $81.25 to $143.33 (Guest) $61.25 to $101.67 (Affiliate) $49.17 to $83.33 (HomeTeamNS) | $71.92 to $108.33 (Guest) $52.92 to $78.33 (Affiliate) $40.83 to $65 (HomeTeamNS) | Off-Peak $8.60 (HomeTeamNS) $10.70 (Affiliate) $21.40 (Guest) All Day $8.60 (HomeTeamNS) $12.80 (Affiliate) $21.40 (Guest) | Mon to Sun - 7am to 10.30pm | Mon to Fri - 7am to 5.15pm Sat & Sun, PH - 7am to 1.45pm | - | Balestier Bedok Bukit Batok Khatib |
| Owl Gym | $82.33 - $98 $58 (Youth & Seniors) | - | $10 onwards | 24-hour access | - | - | Sembawang |
| The Gym | $89 - $123 | - | - | 24-hour access | - | One-time joining fee including key tag: $48 | East Coast |
| Anytime Fitness | $90 onwards (based on locations and without promotions) | - | - | 24-hour access | - | Price varies with location & promos | Islandwide |
| 24XFitness | $90.72 to $101.52 | - | - | 24-hour access | - | Access key:$73.44 | Bugis Paya Lebar |
| GymmBoxx | $95 - $115 | $65 - $80 | - | 24-hour access | Mon to Fri - 12am to 4pm - 11pm to 11.59pm Sat & Sun | Registration Fee applies | Ang Mo Kio Bedok Bishan Canberra Choa Chu Kang Hougang Jurong Sengkang Tampines Queenstown Woodlands Yew Tee |
So… Which is The Best Option?
TBH, it’s not enough to just look at cost if the cheapest gym is halfway across the island from where you live.
Chances are if you’re heading to the gym, it’s probably after school or work when you’re on the way home.
With this in mind, I picked out a couple of options based on the following scenarios.
1) If You Live In The Heartlands: Active SG Gym ($9 To $30 A Month)
No hidden charges.
No admin fees.
No one-time surcharge rubbish.
A year’s membership will cost:
- $300 for adults
- $180 for students (12 to 17 years old)
- $180 for senior citizens (55 years and older)
Don’t sniff at the humble public gym though…
Most of them have undergone extensive renovations and are currently stocked with pretty decent equipment that is sanitised after every time slot.
They’re also available in the heartlands, with up to 19 outlets across Singapore, which makes them easily accessible no matter where you live.
The downsides?
- There aren’t any personal trainers available (just staff who are there to ensure you don’t do something stupid like… steal a dumbbell) so you’ll really need to know what you’re doing if you step into one
- It can get a little crowded during peak hours but just share the stations and machines lah…
- Operating hours are from 7am to 10pm so it might not be the best option for you if your working hours are irregular
This is where you’ll find me.
2) If You Need A 24 Hour Option In The Heartlands: GymmBoxx ($65 To $115 A Month)
All GymmBoxx locations operate 24 hours, 7 days a week.
And as far as 24-hour gyms go, it’s probably the most accessible one you can find in the heartlands.
A year’s membership will cost:
- $1140 (regular)
- $780 (off-peak)
Is there a downside to GymmBoxx?
It’s about thrice the price for adults as compared to ActiveSG gyms.
But that’s a small price to pay for Life Fitness and Hammer Strength equipment (read: high-quality) as well as 24-hour access.
Also, I’ve only been to the one at Century Square a couple of times during the twilight hours.
And sometimes.
JUST sometimes… You’ll find a couple of weirdoes.
But I suppose you’ll find weirdoes anywhere at those hours.
Other than that, the flexibility of 24-hour access to properly maintained, professional equipment is a huge draw.
Oh, just in case you’re wondering, personal trainers are available to help you customise your training regimen.
And that’s part of the reason why you’re paying a premium.
3) If You Need A 24 Hour Option If You Live In Slightly Ulu Places: Anytime Fitness ($90 onwards)
With over 90 locations islandwide, you’ll probably find an Anytime Fitness close by no matter how ulu your home is.
Best of all, Anytime Fitness gyms are open 24 hours daily (hence the name, duh…)!
Anytime Fitness membership prices start from $90 and might be higher depending on branches.
I know, I know, some of the branches might break the $100 limit.
BUT! This also means that it is possible to get a year-long membership for cheap depending on what kind of promotions are running when you choose to sign up!
Also, always ask the staff as it never hurts to see what kind of discounts you can get – especially if you choose to sign up for the long-term.
The downsides?
- It’s a huge franchise so the quality and price will vary from outlet to outlet
- Some branches are smaller than others and might not have the equipment or facilities which you’re looking to use
Pro-tip: A friend of mine signed up for an Anytime Fitness membership in Malaysia, before deciding to move to Singapore.
And because Anytime Fitness members get worldwide access…
Yep.
He’s taking advantage of the exchange rate and is paying WAY lesser than what you’d be paying for in Singapore.
I suppose the next time you go on a trip to JB, it doesn’t hurt to enquire at the nearest Anytime Fitness if you see one…
#justsaying
Note: Anywhere Access to all Anytime Fitness branches worldwide can only be activated after 30 days of membership.
Closing Thoughts
Leading a healthy lifestyle is most certainly not easy, but it definitely doesn’t have to be expensive.
For those of you who want to keep in shape but do not like gym workouts, feel free to check out these online fitness classes for FREE!
Another way to begin your healthy lifestyle is to start eating healthier.
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All the best for pursuing a healthy lifestyle!
