No Lock-In Fitness in the Sydney CBD

Staying fit is important when studying – regular physical activity increases the flow of oxygen to your brain, which in turn, helps the brain function and improves your concentration. 

But it isn’t always easy to get out and about which is where a gym membership comes in handy. 

But gym memberships are expensive right? Well they can be. But Sydney is a big place, and there are some great no lock in gym memberships or short term memberships that you can take advantage of.

Crunch Fitness

Crunch Fitness has locations across several Sydney suburbs and offers a month to month membership which is perfect for those who can’t or don’t want to commit to a full 12 month membership. Beneficially, Crunch also offers student month to month memberships, which save you just a little bit more. With two great membership options, you can choose between a basic gym only, or include classes and the option to bring a workout buddy. 

Crunch also offers a three day free pass to see if the gym is what you need. 

King George V (KGV) Recreation Centre

15 Cumberland Street, The Rocks 

The KGV gym offers good value to those who want a pay-as-you-go option, or a short term membership. With personal training, group fitness and sports facilities, there are plenty of options here to keep you going. Whether you purchase a 7 day pass, a fortnightly non-contract membership or a casual visit, the KGV gym is a great option for students. 

Juanita Nielsen Community Centre Gym

31 Nicholson Street, Woolloomooloo
The Juanita Nielsen Community Centre Gym is another great central option for students looking for an affordable, no lock in gym. There are a range of fitness classes and gym equipment, and upon joining, you’ll receive a complimentary one-on-one personal training program developed by one of the centre’s trainers.

Plus Fitness

If you are after a 24/7 gym (which may just suit your study and work schedule), Plus Fitness has numerous centres across Sydney and offer no lock-in contracts, personal training on demand, a range of classes and a member app with over 2000 exercises to choose from – perfect for when you just need something new to do.

Swim & Gym

The City of Sydney provides a range of swim and gym facilities that you can purchase memberships to, or use on an as-needed basis. 

Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre

17 Zetland Avenue, Zetland 

Gunyama has plenty of facilities available to suit everyone. Located in Zetland, it is within easy reach of our Kensington, Rosebery and Redfern properties. 

Facilities include: 

• Heated 50m pool set within a larger, irregular shaped ‘beach’ pool
• 25m heated program pool 
• Learn to swim program
• Hydrotherapy pool
• Cafe with indoor and outdoor eating
• Personal training
• Yoga
• Outdoor sports field
• Fitness centre
• Fitness classes 

Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool

1C Mrs Macquaries Road, The Domain

Close to our Potts Point and Kings Cross accommodation locations, you’ll find a rather interesting swimming experience in the Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool. Set on Woolloomooloo Bay near the Royal Botanic Garden, the pool offers swimmers some pretty spectacular views of Sydney Harbour.

Facilities include: 

• Outdoor saltwater pool with 8 lanes
• Yoga
• Learn to swim program
• Cafe

Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre

458 Harris Street, Ultimo

If you call our Haymarket properties home, the Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre is your go to for swimming and fitness. Located right across from the Exhibition Centre tram stop, there is plenty on offer. 

Facilities include: 

• Indoor swimming pool
• Learn to swim program 
• Personal training
• Yoga
• Fitness centre
• Fitness classes
• Sauna and steam room
• Spa

Cook and Phillip Park Pool

4 College Street, Sydney

Located across from Hyde Park, you’ll find the Cook and Phillip Park Pool, which has almost everything you could need. The pool is partially underground, and facilities are open all year round. 

Facilities include: 

• Personal training
• Hydrotherapy pool
• Indoor swimming pool
• Learn to swim program
• Yoga
• Indoor sports stadium
• Fitness centre
• Fitness classes 

Prince Alfred Park Pool

105 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills 

Another handy option for those in our Surry Hills, Redfern and Haymarket properties, the Prince Alfred Park Pool is a fully accessible heated outdoor pool featuring a green roof of native grasses to regulate temperature. 

Facilities include: 

• Outdoor heated swimming pool
• Learn to swim program
• Cafe

Victoria Park Pool

City Road, Camperdown

Right near the Camperdown campus of the University of Sydney, and close to our Glebe and Redfern properties, you’ll find the Victoria Park Pool, the first in-ground public pool in Sydney. Sitting in the middle of the 9-hectare Victoria Park, there is plenty to keep you fit. 

Facilities include: 

• Outdoor swimming pool
• Personal training
• Yoga
• Fitness centre
• Fitness classes
• Cafe 

The City of Sydney offers a 360 membership which gives you access to all six of the city’s pools and fitness centres or you can pay as you go.

University Facilities

Also remember to check what facilities your university campus offers. Many unis have gyms, pools and tracks that you can access for free, or at a minimal cost, when studying. 

Looking for Affordable Student Accommodation?

Living High Co-Living offers affordable student accommodation around Sydney’s Inner City, close to several university facilities. If you’re studying in Sydney and looking for shared accommodation, we’d love to help you find your new home. 

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