Gym classes and solo weight training at fitness clubs not quite doing the trick? Investing in a personal trainer for a convenient, customised fitness experience could be the solution. Here, we shortlist seven personal training gyms to help you kickstart your routine, along with some exclusive reader offers for some of the best personal trainers in Singapore!
7 places to go for personal training in Singapore
Athleaders – a personal trainer at home or at the gym
Strapped for time and struggling to commit to exercise or training sessions? Athleaders has a team of professional personal trainers in Singapore who bring fitness straight to you, whether you prefer to work out in your condo gym, living room or a nearby park. Cutting out the commute can save you many hours each month in travel time and means you’re far more likely to stick to a fitness routine and start seeing visible results quickly. (As little as eight weeks, we hear!) Plus, these personal trainers bring all the necessary equipment.
Offering great bang for buck, Athleaders’ personal training programmes provide every client who enrols access to a dedicated team of three health professionals who work together to fine-tune their nutrition and lifestyle – all for the price of just one personal trainer elsewhere. You’ll benefit from customised workout routines with a top fitness trainer, a complimentary dietician to customise your diet plan and track your food daily, and a relationship manager to monitor your progress. Getting in shape and staying in shape is key with this PT company!
With 80 percent of a body transformation based on diet, having a dietician on hand is a huge bonus. Their holistic and results-oriented approach allows for a sustainable and successful personal fitness journey, with measurable results. Indeed, their clients have lost as much as 16 kilograms in just three months. Get in touch to book a free consultation.
A word from a client:
“On average, I save almost 100 hours a year, as I don’t have to travel to and from a gym. Also, everything from my nutrition plan to my fitness programme is personalised.” – Venkatramanan Sheshashayee, CEO
Special offer for EL readers: Along with the complimentary consultation, you’ll get extras including free sessions, meal delivery or a health screening when you sign up to a package with Athleaders. Contact the team to find out more.
WhatsApp 9890 7224 | support@athleaders.co | athleaders.co
Atlas Fitness – personal training gym in Novena
Looking for fitness that fits your busy lifestyle? Shed pounds, boost your confidence and build sustainable habits at this boutique personal training gym in Novena. The customised programmes are a game-changer for clients struggling to fit workouts into their schedule or who are exercising or dieting on their own but not seeing results.
The expert coaches at this personal training gym take the time to understand your needs, concerns and goals before putting together a personalised fitness programme that combines exercise, nutrition and lifestyle management. They’ll then work with you to sync it to your schedule, no matter how busy.
The fitness club team puts a focus on creating a friendly and relaxed environment, ideal for those who feel uneasy or intimidated about working out at a gym. Under a coach’s watchful eye, you’ll be able to train safely and effectively, at your own pace.
The programmes they offer are wide-ranging, from weight and fat loss, to strength and muscle building, pain and injury management and improved sports performance, whether for a favourite sport or hobby.
We hear from personal trainer Kelvin Phoan:
“When you train at Atlas Fitness, you’re not alone. More importantly, you don’t have to figure it out on your own! Our personalised approach will get you motivated and moving, for a fitness journey that adapts to your pace and lifestyle.”
A word from clients on this fitness club:
“Having gone through various fitness routines and programmes in the last decade or so we were keen to find a healthy, sustainable way of balancing nutrition, exercise and other parts of our lives. So glad we found Atlas! The space is clean and bright, training and support is tailored to individual requirements, but most of all the team have been incredibly helpful and supportive. Highly recommended! – Ben and Jamie Pendlebury, British and Singaporean
Special offer for EL readers from these personal trainers in Singapore: Use promo code “ATLASEXPAT” when you book your free consultation request to get one free 60-minute personal training session worth $150.
#01-07 Monville Mansion, 530 Balestier Road (across from Zhongshan Mall)
WhatsApp 8842 5535 | atlasfitnessgroup.com
UFIT – personalised programmes and services
Forget fad diets and quick fixes: UFIT takes personal training to the next level with comprehensive and personalised programmes offering multiple different services and designed to get you lasting results.
When you sign up to this fitness club, you don’t just get support from a personal trainer, but instead a team of professionals who work together to help you achieve your goals and enhance all areas of your health and fitness (as fitness is just one piece of the puzzle!).
Recommended for all new clients, their 10-week Ignition Programme includes personal training, nutrition coaching and active management throughout with their in-house dietitian, access to unlimited classes, a VO2 max or RMR (resting metabolic rate) test, and three body composition assessments.
With a focus on longevity rather than short-term results, UFIT’s holistic approach is aimed at helping you move, feel and perform better. Book a free health consultation at this personal training gym to find out more.
We hear from UFIT personal trainer Aly Rauff:
“The Ignition programme is unique because it caters to any goal and is essentially like having an F1 support team! It’s not just about exercising more and eating less. It’s a lifestyle change with a team of professionals supporting you from start to finish.”
A word from a client on this fitness club:
“The Ignition programme is tailored to deliver outstanding mental and physical results. Through expert-guided workouts with Ashley, group workouts with Marco and Jacob, and personalised support, I was able to achieve lasting fitness improvements and build mental resilience, empowering myself to lead a healthier and happier life. After just six months, I lost 5.3 percent body fat and gained 2.6kg muscle mass.” – Arsenii Kandalov
Club Street, One-North, and City Hall
ufit.com.sg/fitness/personal-training
Surge Strength & Results – a private personal training gym
Keen to transform your health, fitness and confidence? One-on-one guidance from this relative newcomer to Singapore’s fitness scene could be the answer. Offering personalised plans, a swanky studio and impressive results, the private personal training gym has transformed over 250 clients and counting, from busy working professionals to seniors. The internationally accredited trainers at this fitness club have helped clients achieve their goals while lowering cholesterol, improving blood pressure, reducing blood sugar and shifting belly fat. Look good, feel good!
No matter the starting point, the trainers are well versed in working with a wide range of conditions such as obesity, high blood pressure, menopause and much more. They’ll offer advice on what types of food would best fit your goals – whether you’re following a vegetarian, kosher or halal diet – and develop a training programme that aims to empower you physically, mentally and emotionally for life-lasting transformation.
For anyone serious about achieving their fitness goals, partnering with the best personal trainers in Singapore provides the expertise and motivation needed to stay on track, no matter your fitness level.
We hear from personal trainer Rishi Mirpuri:
“We emphasise the long game. It’s a mindset that ultimately quality of life is the most important thing as we age.”
A word from a client on this fitness club:
“Before joining Surge, I used to have a slipped disc, felt lethargic constantly, had inconsistent sleep and was not eating healthily. I started personal training with Shaakir because I wanted to lead a healthier lifestyle, regain flexibility for my lower back and also improve my energy levels. To my amazement, within 12 weeks I lost 7.5kg and 9.8 percent of body fat and gained a set of shredded abs for my celebratory photoshoot.” – Mustafa
Special offer for EL readers from these personal trainers in Singapore: Quote “Expat Living” during your free initial 30-minute personal training consultation and get up to $250 off your first package when you sign up.
Three locations: 79 Anson Road | 46 Kim Yam Road, Robertson Quay | i12 Katong, 112 East Coast Road
surge-pt.com
Ultimate Performance – finding the right fitness coach for you
Choosing the right fitness coach can make all the difference in your workout journey. That’s why many fitness enthusiasts seek out the best personal trainers in Singapore to guide them through personalised routines and nutrition plans.
U.P. Fitness Singapore has been described in Men’s Fitness magazine as “the Goldman Sachs, Real Madrid and Apple of Personal Training”. So you get an idea of how they’re regarded in these circles. Launched in 2014, this gym in Singapore seeks to raise the bar with an elite, results-focused personal training and nutrition methodology that has helped thousands of clients in Singapore achieve life-changing body transformations in remarkably short time frames.
Founded in London in 2009 by renowned personal trainer Nick Mitchell, the personal training sensation has since spread to cities around the world, with over 300 elite PT’s globally getting maximum results for their clients in minimum time.
Follow in the footsteps of global U.P. clients such as Gemma Atkinson, Paddy McGuinness and Glen Powell (aka Hangman in Top Gun: Maverick) and level up your health, fitness and body composition. Book an appointment to visit U.P.’s private gyms in Singapore’s CBD and Orchard Road to find out more about their personal training packages.
A word from a client on this personal training gym:
“I feel sharper, lighter and confident that I can take care of my body. U.P. has given me the tools to move forward with a healthy life.” – Junjie
Two locations:
Ground Floor, Manulife Tower, 8 Cross Street
#B1-00 International Building, 360 Orchard Road
6536 8649 | ultimateperformance.com/sg
TSquared Lab – personal training in two great locations
If you’re looking to get in shape, working with some of the best personal trainers in Singapore can significantly enhance your progress, and this luxurious and bespoke personal training experience is raising the bar. With studios in HarbourFront and Raffles Place, both of TSquared Lab’s exclusive locations offer over 9,000 square feet of light-filled facilities and state-of-the-art equipment.
Their real secret weapon, however, lies in what they call 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 to foster sustainable habits, reduce the risk of chronic disease and set you on the path to a stronger, healthier life, whether you’re aiming for peak physical performance or pain-free living.
From fat loss and muscle gain to strength building, the personal training programmes at this fitness club use tailored and science-based methods developed from the latest research to achieve your unique goals. A training session will focus on building large muscle groups, from your chest and arms to your glutes and core, and shifting stubborn fats.
TSquared Lab’s total transformation approach means you’ll benefit from nutrition planning, recovery, expert advice and progress tracking as part of your complete fitness package. You can book a complimentary consultation to try it out.
We hear from Afshan Thakkar, CEO of TSquared Lab:
“All you need to do is trust the process, work hard and commit to your programme. Age and experience don’t matter.”
A word from a client:
“I was quite unhappy with the way I looked and I felt very sluggish. Once I started training with my coach Renee at TSquared Lab and my diet was on track, I started seeing results within three or four weeks. My clothes were starting to feel looser, my weight on the scale was dropping, and I felt stronger. It kept me going because it’s addictive to feel strong! However, I think my proudest moment is not being dependent on my asthma medication anymore” – Sonia
Locations at HarbourFront and Raffles Place
tsquaredlab.com/sg/personal-training
Physique 900 – personal trainers in Singapore
Smash your fitness goals in style at this exclusive private members gym set in a renovated shophouse in Chinatown. The luxury fitness experience has all the trimmings (hello, private lift, designer interiors and members’ lounge with complimentary post-workout protein shakes!). But it’s their powerhouse coaching team that’ll really put you on the road for success.
With over two decades of combined training experience, co-founders and fitness directors Jake Cheng and Ng Ze Yuan create highly personalised and time-efficient training programmes that combine nutrition plans and stress management. Tailored to your body goals and fitness level, this holistic wellness approach is aimed at kickstarting an exercise routine and creating sustainable habits.
Physique 900 is also Singapore’s first private gym to incorporate the Technogym app, alongside state-of-the-art Technogym equipment. This cutting-edge solution offers seamless onboarding, while also allowing fitness directors to monitor client progress and upload custom workouts, even remotely.
We hear from co-founder Jason Sum:
“Our data-driven, results-oriented approach ensures accountability, while our strict two-client client cap means only two people can work out in the gym at any one time, allowing our members to receive undivided attention and focused training without distractions.”
A word from a client:
“This is a top-quality gym and a cut above anything else in Singapore, with a premium gym environment and shower and changing facilities combined with state-of-the-art Technogym equipment. Most of all, the friendly, knowledgeable trainers offer personalised fitness solutions whatever your goals.” – Richard Siddle, British
Special offer for EL readers: Staying fit can be challenging, but the best personal trainers in Singapore are skilled at creating fitness plans that fit into even the busiest of schedules. Get a trial session for only $88 when you quote “Expat Living” upon booking. You’ll also receive a five percent discount on your monthly subscription fee for personal training.
83 Keong Saik Road, #03-01
8389 1900 | enquiries@physique900.com | physique900.com
This article on fitness clubs and the best personal trainers in Singapore first appeared in the September 2024 edition of Expat Living. You can purchase the latest issue or subscribe so you never miss a copy!
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