Fitness Studios in Gent
12 studios found
Gent hosts a diverse fitness scene with 12 studios offering a range of disciplines including Pilates, Reformer Pilates, and Pole Dance. These studios also provide classes in Functional Training, Barre, Yoga, Aerial, and Crossfit, catering to varied workout preferences. Reformer Pilates is especially popular for enhancing core strength and flexibility, while Pole Dance studios focus on strength and artistry. This variety allows residents to explore different methods of movement within a supportive local community.
Fitness & wellness in Gent
Ghent’s fitness scene in 2026 centers on functional training and wellness with spots like CrossFit Gent in Sint-Amandsberg, offering HYROX-style classes in Dutch and English (€75-100/month). Aspria near Sint-Pieters combines gym access with pools and spa facilities (€80-120/month), appealing to those who want more than just a workout. Basic-Fit keeps fitness affordable across the city, starting at €25/month.
The city center has premium gyms and personal training studios, while university neighborhoods provide budget-friendly fitness and yoga classes. For fresh air workouts, locals hit the waterfront and parks for boot camps and running tracks. Since the closure of Gent Zuid shopping center in mid-2025, some nearby studios may adjust to shifting foot traffic. Expect Pilates, functional training, CrossFit, and yoga as the main class offerings, reflecting a straightforward, practical approach to training here.
Frequently asked questions about studios in Gent
What fitness studios and classes are popular in Gent right now?
Gent’s fitness scene in 2026 is diverse. CrossFit Gent in Sint-Amandsberg remains a hotspot for functional training with HYROX equipment, hosting classes in Dutch and English. Pilates and Pole Dance have gained popularity especially in the Zuid and City Center areas, with studios like Balance Studio near the Kouter. Yoga thrives near the University District, where spots like Yoga Gent and studios along Overpoortstraat cater to students and locals alike.
Which neighborhoods in Gent offer the best fitness facilities and activities?
The City Center features a mix of premium gyms like Aspria in Sint-Pieters and independent studios around Veldstraat. The University District around Overpoort and Etterbeek is known for affordable yoga and fitness clubs targeting students. Outdoor workouts are popular along the waterfront riverbanks and in parks such as Citadelpark, where locals meet for morning runs and boot camps.
What are typical gym prices and class formats around Gent?
Premium options like Aspria cost between €80 and €120 monthly, with day passes around €20-25. CrossFit Gent’s monthly memberships range €75-100, and drop-ins run €20 per class. Mid-range gyms like Fitness4U near the Zuid start at about €50-60 per month. Budget gyms like Basic-Fit have locations near Kortrijksepoortstraat and memberships from €25/month. Many studios also offer single drop-in classes averaging €15-20.
Any local tips for someone new to fitness in Gent?
Since the closure of Gent Zuid shopping center in July 2025, some residents are shifting to outdoor workouts at parks like Citadelpark or riverwalk sessions along the Scheldt. If you're studio-bound, CrossFit Gent offers bilingual classes perfect for newcomers. Also, several gyms offer day passes—handy if you want to test facilities before committing. Evening sessions around 6-8pm tend to be busiest in the City Center.