Leafy parks, great coffee, and a thriving bar and restaurant scene: There's a lot to love about North London. But after more than a year of working from home, some of us need to get back to the gym.
Staying healthy at home is not impossible, but nothing beats the motivational atmosphere and excellent equipment of a great gym.
So, if you're ready to start burning those calories and get back in shape, read our list of the 10 Best Gyms in North London.
1) 1REBEL ANGEL
1Rebel is one of the most innovative and unique gyms in the city. The space is fantastic. Slick, stylish dressing rooms with marvellous rainforest showers and a dark gym floor with live music during classes are just the beginning.
The classes are excellent. 1Rebel's top-class trainers are ready to push you hard in gruelling 45-minute classes with a focus on HIIT, spin, and boxing. The Angel branch is easily one of North London's hippest gyms.
Address: 403 St John St, London EC1V 4AB
Phone: 020 3985 8830
Email: [email protected]
Follow @1rebeluk
2) FRAME ANGEL
Another gym set in the heart of Angel, Frame is all about making fitness as fun as possible. Frame offers a wide range of diverse classes, with yoga, pilates, and strength training just some of the sessions available.
Best of all is their party classes. 80s aerobics, old skool bangers, and rave classes pump the music up high and make cardio way more fun than it ought to be. Frame also offers on-demand memberships for those with a busy, unpredictable schedule.
Address: The Shopping Centre, Basement level, Angel, 21 Parkfield St, London N1 0PS
Phone: 020 8106 5773
Website: https://moveyourframe.com
Follow @moveyourframe
3) THIRD SPACE ISLINGTON
Third Space is an excellent North London gym. It takes its name from its desire to be your third space — after home and work. It has a members club feel, with tasteful decor, first-class equipment, and a pool and sauna.
Third Space also runs more than 100 classes a week. With reputable trainers and a mix of wellness, cycling, and strength training, there is something for everyone in this luxury gym. Finally, Third Space offers a separate family area too.
Address: 15 Esther Anne Pl, London N1 1UL
Phone: 020 7534 2820
Email: [email protected]
Follow @thirdspacelondon
4) THE FORE
Coming in at number four is... The Fore. Based in the trendy Coal Drops Yard, The Fore describes itself as a boutique fitness centre, and it's not wrong. There's a lot going at this exclusive club with a fitness studio, personal training, a cafe, and a co-working space.
The Fore offers a good variety of classes based on HIIT, boxing, yoga, and TRX. Plush, luxury changing rooms round out this high-class gym.
Address: R7 building, 14-18 Handyside St, London N1C 4DN
Phone: 020 3746 1071
Website: https://www.the-fore.co.uk/
Follow: @thefore_london
5) MUSCLE WORKS STOKE NEWINGTON
Muscle Works Stoke Newington is the sister branch of the famous Muscle Works in Bethnal Green. There is nothing glamorous or luxurious about this place; it's purely focused on monster gains. Membership fees are super competitive too.
The staff and clientele are friendly, the machines are excellent, and the atmosphere is inspiring. If you're serious about bulking up and you don't need the frills of a pool and soft towels, this is the place to be. It's a spit and sawdust, down-to-earth workout space unlike anywhere else. This is one of the coolest gyms in north London.
Address: 3 Tyssen Rd, London N16 7NA
Phone: 020 7275 9773
Website: https://muscleworksgym.co.uk/
Follow: @muscleworksgymstokey
6) THE GYM GROUP
The Gym Group chain has plenty of centres around North London. If you're looking for somewhere around Islington, Holloway, Seven Sisters, or Tottenham, this could be the one for you. It's low cost and also offers 24-hour access.
The Gym Group is focused on delivering a great experience at an accessible price. It's basic and unpretentious and excellent value for money. The equipment is solid, and they offer lots of classes or personal trainers to choose between.
Address: Various centres around North London
Phone: 0300 303 4800
Email: [email protected]
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7) PUREGYM
PureGym is a low-cost gym with plenty of 24-hour sites dotted around North London. Muswell Hill, Finchley, Highgate, Finsbury Park and Holloway are some of the no-frills and accessible chain locations.
PureGym offers lots of different fitness classes, with cardio, yoga, toning, and strength and conditioning all available. They also have a fantastic app that tells you how busy your home club is at any point during the day.
While PureGym might not be a luxury gym, it has a great ethos built on inclusivity. No contracts, competitive pricing, and 24-hour access give this fitness centre some serious appeal.
Address: Several locations around North London and beyond.
Phone: 0344 477 0005
Email: [email protected]
Follow @puregymofficial
8) FITNESS FIRST
Fitness First is one of the most well-known gym groups in the London area. They have a wide range of centres dotted about the north of the capital, with gyms in Angel, Harringay, Highbury and more.
Fitness First is an excellent place for people who love training. It doesn't have the glitz of a luxury club, but that's not really the point. The equipment is good, the staff are friendly, and the music is loud.
Fitness First runs lots of great classes and sessions. It's lively, clean, and a whole load of fun.
Address: Lots of centres across North London
Phone: 0844 412 2662
Email: [email protected]
Follow @dwfitnessfirst
9) CORE COLLECTIVE ST. JOHN'S WOOD
Core Collective is a trendy, pay-as-you-go boutique gym. Their St. John's Wood branch is breathtakingly beautiful. Wondrous fitness floors and dressing rooms, plus state-of-the-art equipment, put this gym into the luxury category.
Core Collective runs lots of different classes. Circuit and strength training, yoga, TRX, lift, and rowing workouts are delivered by highly-motivational and top-class trainers.
If that's not enough, there is also an excellent post-workout chill area. Large, comfortable couches with a nearby cafe make this the sort of place that you'll keep coming back to time and time again. It might not be the cheapest option on the list, but it's definitely one of the most stylish and luxurious.
If you're looking for the poshest gym in north London, this may well be it.
Address: 51 St John's Wood High St, St John's Wood, London NW8 7NJ
Phone: 020 7036 9889
Email: [email protected]
Follow @corecollective
10) VIRGIN ACTIVE CROUCH END
Virgin Active is an attractive North London Gym. It has a leisure centre feel, with friendly staff, a pool, fitness classes rooms, and more. It's very clean and has excellent and well-maintained equipment throughout. There's also a café and a social area with computers.
Virgin Active runs a wide variety of classes throughout the day. There is something to suit every fitness level, with sessions broken down via experience level. What’s more, it's easy to book classes through the Virgin Active app.
Throw in a sauna, excellent changing rooms, and a never-ending supply of fresh towels, and it's fair to say this gym is worth the membership fees.
Address: 31, Topsfield Parade, Tottenham Ln, London N8 8PT
Phone: 020 8124 4128
Email: [email protected]
Follow: @virginactiveuk
SUMMARY
There are lots of great gyms in North London. From luxury clubs to more paired-down options, there is something to suit every budget.
Choosing the right gym will depend on several factors, like what type of workout or atmosphere inspires you the most. Some gym memberships are as low as £20 per month, while that won't even pay for a class in others.
Additionally, if you want extra facilities like a pool and sauna, you'll need to dig a little deeper.
Of course, it's not just North London that has excellent gyms. Check out our similar articles on the Best Gyms in East London and the Best Gyms in South London if you work or live in those areas.
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