Exercising doesn’t look the same for everyone — what’s fun and muscle-building for one person may be a slog for someone else.
Fortunately, Greenville is home to many opportunities for exercise, whether you enjoy lifting weights, dancing to hip-hop tunes for a little cardio action, or boxing for a full-body workout. Use this guide as a resource for all-things fitness.
A few tips before we dive in:
- Not sure which to try first? Try out multiple gyms with a free trial on ClassPass.
- If you’re looking for yoga studios, check out our yoga City Guide.
- Is your gym on our list? If not, let us know.
For those who enjoy working out alongside others
The Junkyard, multiple locations
This Upstate-founded gym uses its “Junkyard Music Technology” with treadmills, cycles, rowers, and lifting to give you a complete workout.
MADabolic, 400 E. McBee Ave., Ste, 105
These 50-minute interval-driven strength workouts are designed to deliver results with four workouts-a-week.
OrangeTheory, multiple locations
This popular fitness chain features different class types, but its signature “Orange 60” class is adapted to each member’s heart rate zones to help improve metabolism and burn calories post-workout.
RockBox, multiple locations
These boxing-based fitness classes feature a dynamic combination of boxing and kickboxing with functional strength training.
Burn Bootcamp, multiple locations
Each day’s workout focuses on different types of training for different areas of the body, so you’ll rarely do the same workout twice.
CycleBar, 307 E. McBee Ave., Ste. B
Choose the style class that meets your fitness needs and put your pedal to the metal.
SPENGA, 3624 A Pelham Rd.
The name of this gym holds the elements of its unique workout: spin, strength, and yoga.
For those who want to try Pilates
Bodybar, 320 Falls St., Ste. E
Located in Camperdown, this new reformer-based Pilates studio has become a fast-favorite for many.
Pump n Pilates, 405 The Parkway #500, Greer
This boutique fitness studio features full apparatus Pilates, TRX, and Barre classes.
Studio 17, 1320 Hampton Ave. Ext., Ste. 603
This studio says it gets to know each person so they can provide a unique Classical Pilates experience to meet your needs and reach your long-term goals.
C.O.R.E. Grow Strong, 1501 E. North St., Ste. 100
This Overbrook studio features a team focused on teaching results-driven workouts through the principles of classical and contemporary Pilates.
Club Pilates, multiple locations
Club Pilates studios feature a variety of apparatus, including TRX, Exo-Chair, Bosu ball, mats, rollers, and more.
For those looking for flexibility and variety
HotWorx, 1010 Laurens Rd., Ste. C
Choose between a 30-minute Isometric workout or 15-minute High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) session and work out in a sauna.
CORE24, 103 N. Main St.
This gym changes through its “installations,” which means the equipment layout and design changes to add new features in order to push boundaries and challenge the status quo of fitness.
Crunch Fitness, multiple locations
Hit the traditional gym or sign up for group fitness classes.
acac, multiple locations
Formerly known as Sportsclub, this gym features group exercise, personal training, aquatics, and fitness for kids.
Kroc Center, 424 Westfield St.
In addition to the traditional gym, group fitness, aquatics, and sports programs, this community center also offers esports.
YMCA of Greenville, multiple locations
The YMCA is always adding to its offerings, and now offers pickleball.
For those who want to dance it out
The Booty Shop, 127 Cleveland St.
These large group training classes feature an atmosphere “that feels like a night out with your besties.”
Pure Barre, multiple locations
These ballet-inspired full-body workouts focus on low-impact + small movements that strengthen and tone in 50 minutes or less.
Vibe Fitness, 12 Rutherford Rd.
These group fitness programs are designed to improve strength, flexibility, and mobility with different styles of classes to keep exercising fun.
Viva Dance + Fitness, 1601 Cedar Lane Rd., Unit 28
Sign up for fitness-centered classes or dance-centered classes and get your sweat on either way.
For those who want one-on-one training
Reaction Fitness Collective, 9 Ferguson St.
This gym has a wide variety of programs — including personal training — to help you reach your goals and fit your lifestyle.
Alloy Personal Training, 1010 Laurens Rd.
This is group personal training, meaning there is a maximum of six people per session.
Iron Tribe, 2227 Augusta St.
From group fitness to personal training and semi-private training, this gym has options to help you meet your fitness goals.
Gear up
Don’t forget to set your movement adventure up for success with tried-and-true gym favorites.
Owala FreeSip water bottle | Stay hydrated at the gym with a beloved stainless steel bottle — you can get it as large as 40 oz. for max hydration.
Baleaf women’s fleece-lined leggings | Make facing workouts on chilly mornings easier with fleece-lined leggings — plus, choose how many pockets you want on them.
Silicone ear tips for AirPods | Earbuds will slip out at the gym no more thanks to simple silicone ear tips that keep AirPods in place.
Aesthetic Built scuba oversized half-zip hoodie | A roomy, soft sweatshirt with thumbholes and a kangaroo pocket.
Aesthetic Built perfect muscle scallop tee | This men’s tee was made to accentuate biceps, chest, and shoulders.
HOKA Women’s Clifton 9 Sneaker | Set your cardio workouts up for success with a sneaker designed to increase foot comfort and absorb the shock of high-impact exercise.
Heathyoga non-slip body alignment yoga mat | Beginners and advanced yoga students alike will love the alignment lines on this mat to take your form to the next level.
CRZ Butterluxe high-waisted leggings | These buttery-soft leggings feature gentle compression and are considered a Lululemon alternative by reviewers.
Bala Bangles | Ready to up the ante of any workout? Use Bala Bangles on wrists or ankles for added resistance.
