Looking to boost your health and wellness routine? The perfect way to start is by joining one of New York City’s finest fitness centers. Finding an affordable gym that fits your needs can feel overwhelming, so we’ve done the heavy lifting for you. We’ve rounded up the best and most budget-friendly gyms and health clubs across all five boroughs, helping you save time (and energy) for your actual workout.
Below is our curated list of NYC’s top gyms—each offering day passes, monthly memberships, and perks like luxury amenities (think heated pools!) and innovative fitness classes, including some offbeat options you won’t find elsewhere. Once you’ve finished your sweat session, reward yourself with one of the city’s best bagels.
1. VITAL Brooklyn
Housed in a former Williamsburg warehouse, VITAL Brooklyn operates a massive 24-hour bouldering facility spanning 45,000 square feet. The gym includes tread walls, tension and campus boards, hang boards, slacklines, and a full range of fitness equipment—from cardio machines to aerial silks and yoga studios. The rooftop, complete with turf, sauna, and outdoor showers, is open year-round for members.
Memberships start at $155 per month, or $35 for a single visit. VITAL also has locations on the Upper East Side, West Harlem, and the Lower East Side.
2. Blink Fitness
No more waiting around for an open treadmill—Blink Fitness offers ample space and equipment, especially at its large Bronx location with three full floors of cardio and strength gear, free weights, and medicine balls. You can even check real-time gym capacity online before visiting.
Though Blink doesn’t offer classes, its unbeatable affordability makes up for it. Memberships start as low as $20 per month, about half the price of a single boutique workout in Manhattan. With dozens of locations citywide, it’s one of the best budget gym options around.
3. Maik Wiedenbach
If you’re looking for a truly personalized approach to fitness, Maik Wiedenbach is a standout choice in NYC. A former world-class swimmer, bodybuilding champion, and NYU adjunct professor, he leads a personal training studio in New York City that offers tailored programs extending far beyond standard gym sessions.
Programs include weight management, muscle development, online coaching, nutrition planning, and sports performance training. Maik and his team also design programs for women focused on lasting strength, balance, and wellness rather than short-term results. Each client receives a plan grounded in expert knowledge of exercise science and nutrition. Recognized as Best Personal Trainer in New York (2020–2025) and Best Coach USA 2022, Maik’s evidence-based, results-driven approach reflects the quality and professionalism that define many of the top training facilities in NYC.
4. Spiked Wellness
Owned and operated by people of color, Spiked Wellness delivers a high-energy spin experience that pairs intense cardio with hip-hop beats. This Brooklyn-based community gym was created to empower women of color but welcomes a diverse range of members seeking an inclusive fitness environment.
Class pricing starts at $32 per session, or opt for $199 per month for unlimited access.
5. Movement Harlem
Located just across from the Apollo Theater, Movement Harlem is Manhattan’s largest indoor climbing gym, featuring 15,000 square feet of climbing walls and hundreds of routes. You’ll find training tools like a LED MoonBoard, campus and tension boards, plus yoga, strength training, and cardio facilities.
Beginners can join instructor-led climbing classes and clinics designed for all experience levels. Memberships cost $115 per month, or $30 for a day pass.
6. Equinox Printing House
For a truly elevated fitness experience, Equinox Printing House in the West Village offers state-of-the-art equipment, a wide range of classes, and expert trainers. Members especially love the rooftop pool, river views, and sundeck—along with spa-like locker rooms stocked with Kiehl’s skincare products. This is where luxury meets motivation.
7. Bouldering Project Brooklyn
Formerly known as Brooklyn Boulders, the Bouldering Project in Gowanus spans 16,000 square feet and recently expanded its climbing space by 60%. The gym includes diverse bouldering routes, modern fitness equipment, and a variety of training classes for beginners and intermediates.
Memberships are $120 per month or $1,200 annually.
8. Harbor Fitness
A Brooklyn favorite since 1991, Harbor Fitness combines traditional gym features with holistic health services, including nutrition counseling. The spacious Bay Ridge location (20,000 square feet) hosts an impressive lineup of group fitness classes—Pilates, HIIT, barre, cycling, and more—all included in the membership fee.
Rates start around $82 per month or $864 per year.
9. Crunch Fitness
Recognized by its bold, colorful branding, Crunch Fitness has branches throughout all five boroughs. Each location features ample equipment and an upbeat vibe—some even host live DJ nights to keep energy levels high.
Memberships begin at $145 per month for access to one location, or $155 per month for multi-club access with seven-day advance class reservations.
10. Row House
If you’ve caught the rowing bug, Row House in Chelsea (plus several nearby New Jersey spots) offers full-body, low-impact workouts that blend rowing intervals on Concept 2 machines with bodyweight exercises.
Memberships start at $124 for four sessions per month, $189 for eight, or $229 for unlimited access.
Ready to Get Moving?
Whether you’re a climber, a spin addict, or someone who loves personalized coaching, New York City has a gym that fits your goals, schedule, and budget. Explore, experiment, and most importantly—enjoy your fitness journey.
