Facilities

There are many places that we can go to get a workout. With the many options available, it can get rather confusing for one to choose when deciding on a facility to train at.

1. COMMERCIAL GYMS

Commercial gyms are large, equipment-intensive setups that cater to the mass fitness market. These giants of fitness generally need a large initial injection of capital to equip and maintain. The commercial gym model is built on memberships and often has clubs in multiple countries. With multiple locations, commercial gyms offer the convenience of location.
Commercial gyms need to offer a variety of gym equipment and sports training options to a diverse clientele. Clients may vary extensively in their knowledge and levels of fitness. Designated training areas include group fitness studios, gym machines such as cardio, plate-loaded and selectorised machines, free-weights, swimming and functional training.
One key difference about commercial gyms is the gym memberships are often require a certain time commitment to get the best value. Membership terms and conditions are not as flexible as the boutique gyms but you get a bigger variety of services, locations and equipment at commercial gyms.

Examples:

1. Fitness First
2. Pure Fitness
3. Virgin Active
4. True Fitness

2. MEDIUM-SIZED/FRANCHISE GYMS

These are similar to commercial gyms but are smaller in size. The sizes of these medium sized gyms are in between the commercial and studio. Some offers gym access and some offer choreographed classes. These gyms can be either an international brand or a local fitness brand.
Memberships terms and conditions are rather mixed here depending on individual companies. Some are flexible while some are not. Similar to commercial gyms, you’ll need to commit to a certain time period to get the best value membership.

One thing for certain is the consistency in the brands’ standards in terms of their service standards. One can expect the same level of service and quality regardless of branch they visit for a particular brand.

Examples:

1. Anytime Fitness
2. Fight Zone
3. F45
4. Crossfit
5. Bodyfit Training
6. 9Round
7. Orange Theory Fitness
8. Ritual Gym
9. 24X Fitness
10. Gymboxx
11. Dennis Gym
12. The Gym Pod

3. BOUTIQUE FITNESS STUDIOS

Boutique fitness studios have been exploding on the fitness scene for several years. In contrast to commercial gyms, these fitness studios offer a more personal touch to their members’ fitness experience. They are smaller, focus on one or two fitness areas, and some are class focused (from Yoga to HIIT). These studios offer exclusivity in the form of limited memberships, group exercise classes and personal training. Additional on-site services, such as a dietician and physiotherapist, add value to a comprehensive solution.

Modern studios may consist of a variety of gym equipment options including selected cardio, plate-loaded or selectorised machines, and free-weights. The popularity of cross training has brought rigging options, barbells, kettlebells and plyo-boxes into the functional fitness space, making these studios versatile and multidimensional. You may find a mix of accessible, popular equipment pieces, like treadmills, rowers and bikes, while also catering to specialised sports conditioning equipment favoured by some personal trainers.

Boutique Studio Sub-Categories

1. Yoga Studios
2. Pilates Studios
3. Indoor Cycling
4. Indoor Rowing
5. Dance Studios
6. Barre Studios
7. Choreographed Programmes (E.g. Les Mills)
8. Exclusive Personal Training Studios
9. Strength/HIIT Studios
10. Martial Arts Studios
11. Boxing Studios

Examples:

1. Alphafit
2. The Lions Den
3. Fire City
4. Haus Athletics
5. Trium Fitness
6. Upside Motion
7. Absolute Cycle
8. Bold Fitness
9. Singapore Calisthenics Academy
10. The Training Blueprint
11. Energia Fitness

4. PUBLIC GYMS

Public gyms are mostly run by ActiveSG (Sport Singapore). Any Singapore resident with an ActiveSG account can buy an entry pass to access most ActiveSG facilities, including the gyms. The ActiveSG gyms are located across various locations around Singapore. They are now all upgraded and equipped with more updated fitness equipment comparable to some commercial gyms. Memberships are not required as you can purchase either a single entry or monthly pass. The pass are priced at very affordable rates.

Another gym available for the public is the Sports Hub Gym at the National Stadium.

Examples:
A. ActiveSG Gyms
B. SportsHub Gym

5. SAFRA & HOMETEAMNS

SAFRA and HomeTeamNS clubs are social and recreation clubs created to recognise the contributions of past and present National Servicemen in Singapore. Both SAFRA and HomeTeamNS have club houses in various locations in Singapore.
Facilities and services available at SAFRA & HomeTeamNS clubs include swimming pools, gyms, fitness classes, martial arts classes, tennis courts, billiards rooms, bowling alleys, playgrounds, cafes and restaurants.
Membership at SAFRA or HomeTeamNS is available to all past and present National Servicemen. However access to the respective gyms and other facilities may require additional membership or fees.

Gyms at SAFRA & HomeTeamNS

1. EnergyOne at SAFRA
2. Fitness Workz by HomeTeamNS

6. SOCIAL/PRIVATE CLUBS

While many often have the impression that country clubs are for playing golf, most of these exclusive private/social clubs actually offers more than that. Other facilities and services available at these social clubs include swimming pools, gyms, fitness classes, martial arts classes, tennis courts, billiards rooms, playgrounds, library, spa, bars and restaurants.

Membership at most of these social clubs will cost you more than a commercial gym membership.

Social/Private Clubs Examples:

1. Tanglin Club
2. Raffles Town Club
3. Singapore Island Country Club
4. Serangoon Gardens Country Club
5. Orchid Country Club
6. The Swiss Club
7. The American Club
8. British Club
9. Hollandse Club