Best gyms & fitness studios for working out

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach for getting fit, so finding the right fitness studio or private gyms in Singapore for you can make all the difference in achieving your wellness goals. From one-on-one fitness training to group workout classes and nutrition support, here are six places to break a sweat.

Fitness studios and gyms in Singapore for getting fit

Ultimate Performance Singapore (U.P.) – top personal training

The island’s fitness scene is booming, and this personal training gym in Singapore is leading the charge. At U.P., it’s all about no-nonsense training. The proven “maximum results, minimum time” method is designed for those who mean business and want to achieve significant, hard-evidence results. (Looking for one-hour, once-weekly workouts? This place isn’t for you!)

With two fitness studios located centrally near Raffles Place and Orchard Road, the private training gym in Singapore aims to go beyond what a standard personal trainer would do at a conventional gym. U.P. takes an all-encompassing approach to getting fit. It tailors realistic solutions to individual clients’ lifestyles, abilities and goals. So, in addition to weight-based, high-intensity workouts that have you burning fat long after you leave the gym, there’s everything from guidance on diet and supplements to travel health, and stress and sleep advice. This means you not only get fit, but have a physical transformation and lifestyle overhaul too.

Finished working out? Gym-goers can swing past the specialised shake bar and grab a post-workout protein shake, coffee and even intra-workout drinks.

Special offer for EL readers: Email singapore@upfitness.com to book in for a complimentary consultation during June. Simply mention this offer and you’ll also receive a free U.P. cookbook packed full of body transformation recipes.

• Ground Floor, Manulife Tower, 8 Cross Street
• #B1-00 International Building, 360 Orchard Road
6536 8649 | ultimateperformance.com/sg

FitNut Loft – a gym for women (with a great Mother’s Day giveaway!)

It started as a safe space – somewhere founder Aly Khairuddin could rebuild her strength and confidence after cancer treatment, away from a traditional gym setting. Today, FitNut Loft is a vibrant fitness community dedicated to helping women over 40 feel strong, capable and empowered – both in and out of the studio.

The programmes combines Pilates-based and strength training workouts with mindfulness and nutrition for a fully holistic experience.

About the giveaway

To celebrate Mother’s Day, FitNut Loft is hosting its first-ever giveaway, and it’s a good one! One winner will walk away with a month of free personal training worth $1,368, while 19 more will snag generous consolation prizes including Pilates accessories, foam rollers and more. Entries are open until 4 May, with winners announced on 9 May. Check FitNut Loft’s socials for details.

Special offer: FitNut Loft is also offering a limited-time 20 percent discount on all trial sessions. Whether you’re looking for one-on-one coaching, small group classes, or a mix of both, there is something for everyone. A popular starter option is the PT + Group Class trial combo at $194 – perfect for working out what suits you best.

2 Pandan Valley #01-201 Acacia Court
8686 8299 | IG @fitnutloft
fitnutloft.com/about

UFIT – getting fit holistically

Forget fad diets and quick fixes to getting fit. This fitness studio has notched up a stellar reputation for helping clients build sustainable habits and achieve their goals. So, what’s their secret? One big plus is the unique focus on all areas of your health and fitness. In fact, each programme gives you access to not just one trainer, but a team of experienced professionals who work together as the ultimate support team for you.

Their integrated and holistic approach to getting fit is, they say, a tried-and-tested way to take control of your health, lose weight and achieve your goals, whatever your fitness level. The community is a highlight too, with members often finding a sense of belonging and camaraderie that fosters further motivation and accountability.

New to UFIT? The 10-Week Ignition Programme is a great way to kickstart your health and fitness journey. It includes personal training, nutrition coaching and active management with an in-house dietician. You also get access to unlimited classes, a VO2 max or RMR (resting metabolic rate) test, and three body composition assessments.

Alongside personal training, this gym in Singapore offers physiotherapy, podiatry, sports massage, reformer Pilates, nutritional coaching, health and fitness screening, adult and junior tennis programmes and camps, and fitness classes. It’s a one-stop hub for health, wellness and working out!

Want to see what all the fuss is about? Book in for a free health consultation. You can meet the team, check out the facilities, discuss your goals and preferences with a manager – and start working out.

Locations at Club Street, One-North, City Hall and Orchard
ufit.com.sg

Athletic Inc – working out strength and physio

Looking to train alongside some of the island’s top athletes? This integrated strength and physio hub counts Singapore’s national swimming team, along with many other athletes training for the Paris Olympics, as part of its clientele.

Through a combination of physiotherapy and tailored strength and conditioning programmes, the experienced performance coaches and physiotherapists will help you achieve peak performance. That goes for if you’re already a high-performance athlete or just starting out on your fitness journey.

The team has a diverse background in athletic competition, training and coaching. They’ll put you through your paces with personalised consultations, assessments, treatments and therapies. What’s more, the state-of-the-art equipment and fully-equipped gym – with ample space for mobility, agility and strength training exercises – will help you take your working out to the next level.

Injuries are an inevitable part of the game. However, you can bounce back stronger with rehabilitation that goes beyond recovery. Using manual, electro-physical and ultrasound physiotherapy treatments, Athletic Inc’s comprehensive data-driven recovery process aims to restore your athletic performance and decrease the rate of injury, ensuring you can make a swift return to the pool, field, gym or sporting arena you love.

68 South Bridge Road, #02-01
8891 2410 | athletic-inc.com

TSquared Lab – bespoke personal training

The bar is being raised when it comes to luxurious and bespoke personal training gyms in Singapore. With studios in HarbourFront and Raffles Place, TSquared Lab’s exclusive locations each offer over 9,000 square feet of light-filled facilities and state-of-the-art equipment for working out.

Their real secret weapon, they say, lies in their “A-team” of experts, each among the top in the industry. With the option of male or female trainers with different specialties, these leading Personal Trainers will partner with you on your journey to getting fit and becoming the best version of yourself. They’ll also hold themselves accountable for your goals and helping you achieve results in a healthy, safe and sustainable way.

Whether your unique goal is fat loss, muscle gain, strength or a total transformation, the personal training programmes use tailored and science-based methods developed from the latest research to achieve these goals. A training session at this private gym in Singapore will focus on building large muscle groups – from your chest and arms to your glutes and core – and losing stubborn fats.

Alongside top-class one-on-one personal training, TSquared Lab’s holistic approach means you’ll benefit from nutrition planning, recovery, expert advice and progress tracking as part of your complete fitness package. Also on offer are physiotherapy and Pilates, both a great way to address any challenges, restore your core and rebuild your strength while working out.

Ready to try it out? Book a complimentary consultation at this gym in Singapore.

Locations at HarbourFront and Raffles Place
tsquaredlab.com/sg/personal-training

Vaura Pilates – total body conditioning

Combining the sweet science of reformer Pilates in Singapore with the principles of strength training, these Tanglin and Joo Chiat studios have designed addictive results-driven workouts focused on total body conditioning. Whether you’re after increased strength, better flexibility or a sweaty HIIT session, there’s a transformative reformer Pilates class here to suit everyone. – and no previous reformer experience is required!

Vaura Total is a signature 50-minute class combining strength, endurance and stretch for a full-body burn. Or take it a step further with Vaura Fusion, a HIIT and strength training session that splits its time between reformer and floorwork. As the studio’s most challenging class, this one uses heavier weights and tougher springs to sculpt your body. There’s also Vaura Stretch, which draws from Pilates core exercises and yoga. It uses deep stretch poses to improve mobility, increase flexibility, and help with injury prevention.

If you’re looking for a slower-paced class, try Vaura Nurture. This is especially designed for pre- and postnatal clients and those returning or new to exercise. The reformer Pilates instructors will help you progress through each stretch and movement with modifications and adjustments that allow you to achieve your fitness goals safely.

• Vaura Joo Chiat: 381 Joo Chiat Road, Level 4
• Vaura Tanglin: #02/121-124 Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Road
8044 8782 | vaurapilates.com

BFT Bukit Timah – strength and conditioning

At BFT, science and technology is used to drive positive outcomes – for all fitness levels. Each day is a new workout and an opportunity to be a better version of yourself. The gym offers high-performance group training methods that can be tailored to deliver the best results for every stage of fitness. These science-backed workouts were previously designed mainly for elite athletes but are now made accessible to all. The team says that it highly trained coaches are dedicated to motivating and educating you to achieve your goals.

One unique aspect of BFT is the incorporation of innovative heart rate technology. This can help you to track your results and cardiovascular fitness and individualise the workout to your own personal experience. It’s not always about working as hard as possible. You also need to work smart – to your own levels of effort and intensity – to get the best results.

BFT’s sessions are more than just a workout, too. They’re run typically as a part of an eight- or nine-week training programme, designed with ‘progressive overload’ in mind to help you achieve results in a more consistent and sustainable manner. Each week, you’ll also get a full body workout as you target the three muscle fibre types, work through the three planes of motion, and stress the three energy systems.

If you’re looking for a holistic workout programme that can keep you training consistently while getting results, try BFT!

BFT Bukit Timah
559 Bukit Timah Road
3129 7880 | bukittimah@bodyfittraining.com
bodyfittraining.au/club/bukittimah

This article on private gyms in Singapore first appeared in the June 2024 edition of Expat Living. You can purchase the latest issue or subscribe so you never miss a copy! To make the most of living in Singapore, read our latest City Guide here for free!

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