The best gyms in Karachi – an option for every budget!
Starting your day with a workout is a sure-fire way of having a productive day. It helps you not only physically but also mentally. Once you get into the habit of daily exercise, it’s difficult to let go. However, getting started and finding motivation is the biggest hurdle to overcome.
Incorporating a gym visit into your routine will help boost motivation. So to get started, choose a gym from this list of the best gyms in Karachi.
1) Core
No conversion about gyms in Karachi is complete without Core. Located on the 14th floor of Ocean Mall. The gym overlooks the city skyline to make your workout just a little bit more picturesque.
Core offers a variety of facilities including personal training, group classes, health cafe, modern equipment, and lockers services among many more.
All of these facilities can be accessed through a membership which costs PKR 12,000 annually. Additionally, gym access starts from PKR 10,000/month ranging upto PKR 16,000/month depending on the timings.
On location training starts from PKR 18,000 per month. However, due to the special circumstances of COVID, online training classes are also available starting at PKR 2,000 per hour.
The variety of group classes available at Core is second to none. Classes vary by time, training instructor and also include women’s only options. The training routines include High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), cycle, strength, aerial yoga, and impulse among others.
While the prices are premium, the location and equipment on offer make up for it. As is always the case, Peekaboo Guru is here to save you money. Find over 40 card discounts available at Core by visiting Peekaboo Guru.
2) Chain of Get Smart Gym
In terms of accessibility and branch network, Get Smart is the leading gym in Karachi. With over 9 branches dotted across the city, you will find a Get Smart gym close to you, no matter where you live.
Chain of Get Smart Gyms offers various facilities including lockers, modern equipment and personal training. Pricing is also a lot more accessible compared to Core.
Various fitness challenges, group classes and personal coaching options are available at Get Smart. Programs offered include crossfit, cardio, aerobics, and HIIT among many more.
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3) Shapes
Gyms mentioned so far are limited to Karachi. Shapes has a national presence with a gym location in Karachi, Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad and Mutlan. As such, the gym has over nine locations across Pakistan.
Shapes offers various levels of personal training, modern gym equipment, steam & sauna, as well as swimming facilities.
Classes include yoga, boxing, taekwondo, and gymnastics in addition to the regular classes such as aerobics and HIIT. Some additional stand-out services include Hijama Therapy, squash courts and sale catalogue of gym equipment.
Discounts are available by multiple banks on services at Shapes gym. View deals and discounts here.
4) Velocity X
Velocity X is relatively new however, due to the infrastructure, it’s on our list of the best gyms in Karachi. Located at Tipu Sultan, the gym is positioned towards the premium end of the spectrum.
The gym offers state of the art equipment, highly trained instructors and flexible hours. Various programs are available including 42 Day Challenge, yoga, X Force Certification, Zumba and MX360 sessions.
Prices for these various programs range from PKR 6,000 to PKR 20,000.
On location, the gym also offers healthy smoothies, protein shakes and detox drinks to supplicate exercise regimes. Stand out services include certification courses to become a skilled fitness professional.
Subscription for gym access starts from PKR 12,000 for one-month, ranging up to PKR 108,000 for a 12-month plan.
5) Element Fitness
Element Fitness is a large gym located at Shaheed-e-Millat in Karachi. In addition to equipment, the gym specialises in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) programs.
As such, Element offers Cardio Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA, Wrestling, and Nogi grappling for kids and adults.
Facilities at Element Fitness include a boxing ring, strength and conditioning room, and a retail shop for clothing and gym equipment. There are separate timings for men, women and mixed classes.
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6) Special Mention – The Forge
Although not a gym in the traditional aspect, The Forge offers various fitness and self-defence classes.
Judo, Jiu-jitsu, Kick boxing, Taekwondo, Boxing, Urban Survival Tactics, and Self Defense are some of the many programs on offer at The Forge. Various special workshops and events are also regularly organised.
Now that you know which gym to join, go through our extensive article covering fitness in Pakistan. Find gym wear, best gyms in town, where to buy equipment and more.
