To find the gym in Rome that’s right for you, you first need to consider a few factors: location, which is essential to avoid laziness; price, the range is wide; goals, long or short term; and extras you want to have, such as, for example, the included spa or swimming pool.
In recent years, the Capital has become one of the cities with the highest concentration of modern, well-equipped gyms. Whether you want to sculpt your muscles, relieve stress with a kickboxing class or relax in a sauna after your workout, you have many options to choose from.
In this article we present a careful selection of the best gyms in Rome, with an eye on the services offered, the classes available, and–what always interests us–the prices of memberships.
VOLT: High Intensity Training
If you want an out-of-the-ordinary experience, VOLT is for you. It’s not your usual gym, but a space with an energetic atmosphere of music, lights and high-intensity workouts. Instructors will always follow you closely, pushing you to push your limits with circuits that alternate between free body and equipment. You can choose from different subscriptions: €80 per month for the weight room only or €120 for full packages, with discounts on semi-annual and annual. A great place if you are looking for motivation and a workout that never gets boring.
Address: Via Salaria, 163, 00198 Rome
ICON Gyms – Rome Portuense Area
Icon gyms is a made in Italy brand that allows you to workout 7 days a week, with an economical formula. It starts from theWhite subscription at €19.90 per month toPremium at €49.90 per month. The least expensive subscription includes:
- fitness room from Monday to Sunday,
- personalized route,
- minimum contractual term 12 months,
- admission until 4 p.m. with the possibility of working out at all ICON Palestre centers.
In Rome Icon is also in Barberini, Prenestina, Nuovo Salario, Talenti, Eur, Tiburtina and Corso Francia. The activation fee is €49.90.
Address: V.le Isacco Newton, 51, 00151 Rome.
Very Yeah Fitness Club
If you are looking for a cozy and modern gym in the heart of Rome, Very Yeah Fitness Club is for you. With 1,000 m² on three floors and 155 hours of weekly classes, it offers everything from yoga, Pilates, TRX, functional training, martial arts, and even activities for children and teens. The environment is clean, safe and familiar, the staff always present and friendly. Prices vary, so it’s best to ask at the front desk directly. A gym that combines fitness and sociability, perfect for those who want to work out and feel part of a community at the same time.
Address: Via Francesco Massi, 10
Virgin Active
If you feel like working out but also want to relax, Virgin is for you. Not exactly cheap, but this chain of fitness centers is famous for its modernity and elegance (which really entice you to go to the gym). Fitness classes of all kinds (Balance, Yoga, Cycle, Dance, Functional, Strenght), relaxation area, bar, and outdoor and water activities.
How much does it cost to join a Virgin Active gym in Rome? The cost varies depending on the type of membership and options you choose. Consider a monthly expense ranging from about €149 to €180 for annual and monthly subscriptions, with offers and discounts available.
Addresses: There are eight Virgin Active clubs in Rome:
- Via Mantova, 1
- Balduina, Via Pantaleone Rapino, 12
- Rome Calasanzio, Viale Cortina d’Ampezzo, 248/B
- EUR, Via Cina, 91
- Nuovo Salario, Via Gaetano Martino, 19
- Talenti, Via Dario Niccodemi, 75
- Valle Aurelia, Via Giuseppe Bonaccorsi, 27
- Via Curtatone, 7
FitActive
If you want a cheap gym in Rome, FitActive gives you unlimited access for only €19.90 per month. The gyms are open 24 hours a day and offer classes such as Zumba, HIIT, Pilates, Yoga and Tabata. Plus you’ll find unusual extras: unlimited energy drinks, tanning lamps and massage chairs to relax after exertion. You can access more than 150 clubs nationwide with a single membership. A perfect formula if you’re looking for convenience, flexibility and variety.
Addresses:
- Rome Portuense, Via Leonardo Greppi, 14 a
- Rome Boccea, Via di Boccea, 464
- Rome Cipro, Via Giorgio Scalia, 4a
- Rome Tiburtina, Via Tiburtina, 1431
- Rome Cristoforo Colombo, Via Marco e Marcelliano, 30
- Rome Pisana, Via della Consolata, 130
FitExpress Rome Casalbertone
Another low-cost option is Fit Express Roma Casalbertone, where you can work out 24/7 for only €19.90 per month. The environment is spacious and welcoming, with modern equipment and group classes available from €6.90 more per month. There is also a sauna, solarium, massage chairs and unlimited energy drinks. A full annual membership costs €377.60, including life membership. If you are looking for an inexpensive but full-service gym, this is the right choice.
Address: Via di Casal Bertone, 98, 00159 Rome. There is also a FitExpress gym at Via Bernardino Alimena 111 and in the Tuscolana area at Via dei Fulvi 38.
Italian gyms
If you train downtown and need convenience, Palestre Italiane at Roma Termini is an ideal solution. Inside the Central Station you will find more than 1,600 m² dedicated to fitness. The weight room is equipped with Technogym Touch Screen machines connected to apps and social, so you can do cardio while watching Netflix or listening to music on YouTube. Included in the price (€39.90 per month) are live classes such as Les Mills and WGenerator. And after your workout, the spa with sauna and steam room awaits you for complete relaxation.
If you are a student or live in the southern area of Rome, the Palestre Italiane Tor Vergata location is perfect. A stone’s throw from the university, this gym offers 1,800 m² of modern equipment and engaging classes.
Addresses:
Heaven Sporting Club
If you are looking for a gym with spa in Rome, Heaven Sporting Club is one of the most comprehensive. In addition to the weight room with Technogym equipment, you will have:
- five class rooms,
- seven padel courts,
- a semi-Olympic swimming pool,
- and even an in-house hair salon.
You can choose from yoga, MMA, kickboxing, swimming, or Jiu Jitsu, with programs designed for all levels. After fatigue, treat yourself to a steam room or a moment of relaxation in the wellness area. Prices vary depending on the membership you choose, but the offerings are among the richest in Rome.
Addresses:
- Villa Borghese, Viale del Galoppatoio, 33
- Morena, Via Frascineto, 67
- Prati, Via Francesco de Sanctis, 9
- EUR, Piazza Guglielmo Marconi, 6
- Cortina, Via della Mendola, 288
- Torraccia, Via Francesco Paolo Bonifacio, 167
McFIT Rome Laurentina Gymnasium
If you live south of the city, McFIT Roma Laurentina offers you a mix of flexibility and quality. You can choose between the 12-month stay subscription from €34.90 per month or the Flex formula from €49.90, with no strings attached. There is also the €20 Daily Pass for occasional workouts. With McFIT+ you accumulate loyalty benefits: discounts, admissions for friends and personal training sessions. Also, via app you can check attendance in real time, so you avoid the busiest times.
Address: Via Laurentina, 865, 00143 Rome, also has a location in Tiburtina, Ostiense and Casilina areas.
Total Body System Srl
If you don’t like big fitness centers, Total Body System will make you feel at home. In this neighborhood club, the atmosphere is familiar and the staff always smiling. You can work out in the weight room or participate in classes such as Total Body, Step & Tone, Cross Fitness, Pilates Reformer and Yoga. Many activities are included in the monthly fee, others require a little extra. There’s also a sauna and locker rooms that are always clean. One striking feature? Trainers correct your exercises even if you haven’t paid for the personal: a sign that people really count here.
Address: Via Lorenzo Valla, 16, 00152 Rome