Many residents of Tucson lead a healthy lifestyle that’s bolstered by the pleasant weather and beautiful scenery that makes exercising outdoors fun and adventurous. The outdoor activities that are prevalent among residents of Tucson include everything from hiking to the many things to do and see in Tucson.
Due to the large number of recreational centers and hiking facilities in and around the city, it’s easy to get a good workout when you don’t have time for an outdoor adventure. There may be times, however, when you want to obtain a more focused and regimented workout that can only be provided at a gym or fitness center that comes with the necessary equipment for cardio, strength training, and other forms of exercise.
No matter where you live in Tucson, premier fitness facilities are just a short drive from your home. While there are dozens of different fitness centers in and around Tucson, the following provides a close look at the top 15 fitness centers in the city!
- Chuze Fitness
- Prestige Fitness
- University of Arizona Campus Recreation Center
- The Nerd Gym
- Power & Physique Systems
- Wildcat Crossfit
- Let’s Sweat
- Anytime Fitness
- Better Bodies
- Center Gym
- Two Forty Four
- LA Fitness
- Crossfit Fixx
- Undisputed Fitness & Training Center
- GTX Personal Training
1. Chuze Fitness
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Chuze Fitness strives to provide its customers with an affordable place to exercise and work out. Their main gym in Tucson comes with a large space that’s spread out over nearly 19,000 square feet. When taking a look at the equipment they offer, members have access to more than 45 pieces of strength equipment and over 80 pieces of cardio equipment. A notable benefit of being a member of Chuze Fitness is that you’ll have access to the gym 24 hours a day on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. There are also 30 different classes that you can select from like yoga, Zumba, and pound fitness. These classes are provided under the guidance of professional trainers, all of which have been certified. If you want your children to start exercising while they’re young, a separate kids club is available for children between the ages of 6-12.
2. Prestige Fitness
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Prestige Fitness is among the more popular gyms in Tucson that offers a range of cardio and strength training equipment alongside weight loss programs and fitness classes. This is a state-of-the-art gym that’s open on a 24/7 basis and focuses almost entirely on providing members with a custom fitness experience. Before you begin working out, a 3D body scan will be taken so that a custom fitness plan can be made for you. You can choose to join a personal training program, a nutrition program, or a private class, the latter of which offers four different programs that focus on cardio, strength, yoga, and boot camp. All of the classes and 1-on-1 training programs are administered by highly experienced personal trainers.
3. University of Arizona Campus Recreation Center
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The University of Arizona Campus Recreation Center is a spacious recreation center that aims to provide visitors with a wide range of different fitness services to use. Along with the intramural sports, outdoor recreation, aquatics, and wellness programs they offer, you’ll also find numerous fitness programs to take part in, which include personal training, group fitness, and small group training programs. Their personal training programs are entirely personalized to fit your needs and can be selected in 30-60 minute classes. Their fitness staff includes several dozen personal trainers who have received the proper certifications. Some of the classes that you can join include cycling, yoga, core, and HIIT classes, the latter of which is similar to CrossFit.
4. The Nerd Gym
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The Nerd Gym is a physical fitness center in Tucson with a focus on fun and personalized instruction (with a unique and fun twist!) They are a semi-private fitness studio that offers a range of fitness services, many of which are centered around helping gym members reach their fitness goals. If you’re interested in becoming a member, the gym is open to the public on Saturdays to accommodate beginner workouts. Once you become a member, fitness coaches will always be on hand to assist you in reaching your goals. Team training classes, programs, and workshops are also available throughout the week for more focused workouts. There are a total of five certified coaches and instructors who teach at the gym.
5. Power & Physique Systems
Power & Physique Systems is a full-service gym in Tucson that mainly centers around power lifting and strength training. Whether you want to gain muscle, lose weight, or power lift, you’ll find an extensive amount of equipment at this gym. Memberships to the gym start at $35 per month and are available on a month-to-month basis, which means that you won’t need to make a 6-12 month commitment before joining. A handful of personal trainers are also available if you want some help when trying to reach your fitness goals. The trainers at this fitness center focus on providing members with a motivating atmosphere above all else.
6. Wildcat CrossFit
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Wildcat CrossFit is a gym that’s dedicated entirely to professional CrossFit workouts in Tucson. Their programs are designed to be fast and fun for anyone who joins. Membership is limited to 250 people, which means that you’ll need to make sure they have a spot open before joining. These memberships start at $150 per month. This gym is situated in a spacious 5,000 square-foot space that includes all of the equipment you would expect in a CrossFit facility. Their CrossFit programs are spread across all elements of fitness, which include cardio, strength training, flexibility, coordination, and agility. Half a dozen personal trainers are on hand to make sure that you’re properly progressing through this intense workout.
7. Let’s Sweat
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Let’s Sweat is a large gym in Tucson that offers physical fitness programs that combine spin classes with strength training classes. These group classes feature around 30 minutes of strength training and 30 minutes of cycling. When you first sign up to become a member at the club, you’ll receive a discount of three classes for $30. Full membership costs $115 per month for unlimited classes. If you’re looking for a gym that’s streamlined and offers a very particular type of workout, you should definitely consider Let’s Sweat.
8. Anytime Fitness
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Anytime Fitness is a 24-hour gym that has several locations in and around Tucson, which is perfect when you’re trying to find a gym that’s located close to your home. A 7-day free trial is available if you want to get a sample of what the gym has to offer before becoming a member. The gym itself is situated in a somewhat sizable room that includes a wide array of modern fitness equipment like ellipticals, electronic stair climbers, exercise bikes, and many different types of strength training equipment. Before you sign up, you’ll be provided with a free fitness consultation and biometric screening to better identify what your fitness goals should be. Personal training and group workouts are also available.
9. Better Bodies
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Better Bodies is a fitness studio in Tucson that offers a variety of personal training options. The personal training programs offered at this gym primarily center around functional movement and movement correction. All of their trainers have been fully certified. They aim to offer more than most gyms by providing support across any activity or sport that the member wants to enjoy. For instance, if you’re looking to improve your tennis skills, the trainers at this gym will focus on improving your coordination, strength, speed, and stability. They use specialized equipment that’s designed to simulate human movement patterns like pulling, pushing, squatting, and lunging.
10. Center Gym
Center Gym is a high-end fitness center that’s meant to provide members with an affordable yet exclusive gym experience. They have a limit of 250 members, which means that you’ll need to sign up when there’s an opening. When you enter the gym, you’ll be provided with access to a substantial number of strength machines, cardio machines, and free weights. The gym itself is situated across three floors and is known for providing members with a serene and peaceful atmosphere. They also have clean towels as well as complete locker rooms with showers for all members.
11. Two Forty Four
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Two Forty Four is a very popular gym in Tucson that mainly provides personal training and group classes. Along with their standard gym facilities that can be used by anyone, you could also join a large number of distinct courses and classes like power athlete and mobility. Many of their standard classes offer three free visits, which allows you to see if the class fits your current exercise goals. Their specialized courses include Olympic weightlifting and 28-day reset.
12. LA Fitness
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LA Fitness is a very popular nationwide fitness center that has several locations in Tucson, the primary of which is located on North 1st Ave. Along with the standard fitness equipment, other club amenities that are available to members include a basketball court, indoor cycling, racquetball, and indoor pool, and a sauna. When you become a member of this fitness center, you’ll gain access to nearly two dozen group classes like belly dancing, kickbox cardio, and total body conditioning. Personal training programs are also available if you want a more individualized workout.
13. CrossFit Fixx
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CrossFit Fixx is a highly popular CrossFit gym in Tucson that’s open to people of all ages. Along with their intense CrossFit classes, they also provide such programs as kids speed and strength, boot camp, and mobility, the latter of which mainly focuses on stretching. New members can try any three classes for free before making a decision about whether or not they want to become a member. The bootcamp program is a small group version of the standard CrossFit class. There are a total of eight coaches and personal trainers on hand to help you with your workout.
14. Undisputed Fitness & Training Center
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The Undisputed Fitness & Training Center is among the more unique gyms in Tucson that teaches yoga, MMA, boxing, kickboxing, Brazilian jiu jitsu, and fitness classes with personal training and free weights. Their goal is to combine physical fitness with mixed martial arts to provide members with effective workouts. There are more than a dozen classes you can join based on your primary area of interest. The gym has around 18 instructors and trainers on hand to help you throughout your workout. They are a fully equipped gym that comes with cardio machines, free weights, mats, bags, and a full-size boxing ring. When you’re considering becoming a member, you can try a class and schedule a private session with a coach for free.
15. GTX Personal Training
GTX Personal Training provides prospective members with a wide range of personal training options and group classes to select from. You can schedule private classes with a personalized trainer for anywhere from 30-60 minutes. Group classes can last for upwards of 90 minutes. Each of the four instructors and personal trainers at this gym are reputable and are known for providing highly goal-oriented instruction. If you’re new to the gym, you can join a 60-minute or 90-minute group class for free.
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