Confession: I hate the gym.
It’s not for lack of trying. I’ve gone to the gym on and off since I was a teenager, but this is a result of knowing I should maintain a baseline level of fitness rather than an urge to workout. I simply don’t have the skillset or discipline for self-guided workouts.
However, that doesn’t mean physical fitness is completely off the table. I’ve found that attending fitness classes is a way to ensure I’m getting the movement I need in a space that holds me accountable. Class settings ensure I’m committed to the entire workout, can’t skip exercises I don’t enjoy, and mean I have to show up for a specific time — lest I lose the money I shelled out.
If you’re like me and think you would thrive in class settings or with alternative means of movement, here are 10 Calgary fitness studios you should consider checking out.
Described as “fight club meets nightclub” Rumble Boxing is a full-body workout that gets your adrenaline pumping and your fists flying.
Where: Multiple locations
Instagram: @rumbleboxing
New member deal: First class free
Who said working out can’t be fun? While it’s not a traditional fitness studio, the Calgary Climbing Centres offer exciting ways to get moving, and the climbing community itself is next-level.
Where: Multiple locations
Instagram: @calgaryclimbing
In an era where the presence of third places is rapidly dwindling, Home Lifestyle Club aims to be your home away from home. The 17th Ave. studio offers classes such as cycle, strength, sculpt, step, and more.
Where: 300A 17 Ave. S.W.
Instagram: @homelifestyleclub
New member deal: $69 for two weeks of unlimited classes
Recently voted the Top Choice Fitness Studio for 2025 in Calgary, Moveology offers barre, HIIT, pilates, yoga, and other mobility-based classes. Be sure to wear your grippy socks!
Where: 1202 20th Ave. S.E.
Instagram: @moveology.ca
New member deal: Move Intro Month for $99
After one visit, you’ll understand why Aradia Fitness is the longest-running pole fitness business worldwide. Other classes available include lyra, silks, aerial hammock, dance, and conditioning.
Where: 106A 9705 Horton Rd. S.W.
Instagram: @aradiafitnesscalgary
New member deal: $68 for two weeks of unlimited access
This Kensington studio offers classic yoga classes along with fun extras like aerial yoga, spin, and strength training. Let the expert instructors guide you in a class that benefits your mental wellness along with your physical wellness.
Where: 200 1414 Kensington Rd. N.W.
Instagram: @yogabeyondyyc
New member deal: $79 for your first month
Get your heart racing with group fitness on 17th Ave. With classes for HIIT, spin, sculpting, building, and yoga, it’s your one-stop shop for a complete range of workouts.
Where: 1463 17th Ave. S.W.
Instagram: @league_yyc
New member deal: $60 for two weeks of unlimited access
Real talk: fitness studios are expensive, and for many, the cost can be a barrier to entry. However, the City of Calgary offers loads of workout classes at its various recreation centres throughout the city at much lower prices. Additional fee assistance is also available.
Where: Multiple locations
Instagram: @cityofcalgary
Get in, do a 45-minute strength, cardio, or hybrid workout, and get out. F45 classes are perfect for people who value convenience as much as fitness.
Where: Multiple locations
New member deal: Varies by location
Who said dance lessons are for kids? Decidedly Jazz Danceworks offers an extensive selection of dance styles and adult classes, from ballet to breaking and everything in between.
Where: 111 12th Ave. S.E.
Instagram: @decidedlyjazz
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