6 of best gyms in Jeddah
Where to work up a sweat…
If you’ve got some #fitnessgoals, Jeddah has got the gyms. Whether you want to build some muscles, go for a swim or learn Zumba, the gyms in Jeddah have excellent facilities, classes and trainers.
Be warned: the majority of classes and gyms in Jeddah are gender specific, so make sure to double check in advance. Here are the best gyms in Jeddah – leg warmers optional.
Body Power Gym
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If you’re looking to get ripped, you’re in good company at Body Power Gym. The male-only gym is so proud of its physical transformations, it has dedicated an Instagram highlights to its member’s transformations. Heavy on the weights, this is the place to go to get some guns.
Body Power Gym, Hamad Al Jaser, Ar Rawdah, Jeddah, 10.30am to 1am Sun to Thu, 10.30am to 11pm Sat, 5pm to 11pm Fri. Tel: (0)53 363 9911. @body_power_gym
Fitness Legends Gym
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When your main objective is to get some muscles, Fitness Legends Gym should be on your radar. The male-only gym is packed with weights and machines, but also a massage room for a post-workout relaxation. The membership options are particularly attractive, ranging from one month to 12 months.
Fitness Legends Gym, Al Maadi, Al-Ruwais, Jeddah, 8am to 12am Sat to Thu, 4pm to 11pm Fri. Tel: (0)12 650 3040. @fitness.legends.ksa
Fitness Time
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Fitness Time has been flexing its gym muscles for some time. This homegrown Saudi brand is one of the kingdom’s most popular gyms. There are gyms dotted across the country and city, which cater to both men and women and different needs, from Fitness Time Ladies (for women) to Fitness Time Pro (for aspiring athletes). The gym prides itself on its state-of-the-art facilities and swimming pools in all of its venues. Members must be at least 16 years old.
Fitness Time, various locations. fitnesstime.com.sa
Olympia Gym Jeddah
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Olympia Gym Jeddah deserves a gold medal, as it has been serving the Jeddah community for more than ten years. Located in Olympia Sports Arena, this is one of Jeddah’s most impressive gyms, as it has separate men’s and women’s areas. The gym prides itself on its personal trainers, which include male and female coaches, and you can read in depth profiles online. There are a huge number of classes, which include body combat, Zumba, pilates, yoga and belly dancing. While membership packages range from three months to one year.
Olympia Gym Jeddah, Al Kurnaysh Road, Ash Shati, Ash Shati, Jeddah, 7am to 10pm Sun to Thu, 10am to 7pm Sat. Tel: (0)12 661 1163. olympia.care
Pulse Studios KSA
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You’ll feel like a superwoman after you visit Pulse Studios, as the female trainers are all about empowering women. Each class has an innovate take on exercise, as they often mix techniques from different disciplines. Classes include hiit aerial yoga (which combines a hammock with stretches), tabata boxing (which combines a high intensity workout with the sport) and ballet hiit (which combines ballet with fat burning exercises). If you’re looking to bring little ones, there are kids’ classes, for example pulsi fly for six to 12-year olds.
Pulse Studios KSA, U Shape Center, Jeddah, 2pm to 7pm, 9pm to 12.30am Mon to Fri. Tel: (0)55 503 4104. @pulsestudiosksa
SheFit
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It’s all about girl power at SheFit, where the motto is “empower, inspire, grow” and the venue aims to be a one stop health club. The classes are wide-ranging and include a bootcamp, weight training, calisthenics, gymnastics, cycling, boxing and ballet. While yoga classes range from aerial yoga to vinyasa yoga. If you want to bring the kids along, there are classes aimed at 8 to 13-year olds, which range from bootcamps to ballet.
SheFit, An Naeem St, Al Naeem, Jeddah, 7am to 10pm Sun to Thu, 10am to 2pm Sat. Tel: (0)55 233 2161. @shefit_gym
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