The 15 Most Beautiful Gyms in the World

The desire to stay fit gathers many enthusiasts every day, who choose the gym as a place to take care of their bodies. Thanks to technology, modern gyms are almost futuristic: the work of personal trainers and instructors is facilitated by state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, allowing for a variety of exercises. Despite all the time we spend in the gym, few of us pay particular attention to the aesthetics of these facilities. SEE ALSO: THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SPAS IN THE WORLD And that's fine: we are here to workout and sweat, not to debate the pros and cons of neoclassical architecture! Yet, there are some fitness centers whose goal is to be as beautiful as they are functional, which is why we have compiled a specific list of the most beautiful gyms in the world.

This gym ranks first on the list not only for its beauty and efficiency, but also because it offers the most exclusive and expensive training program in the world. If you want to train alongside athletes like Mario Williams and Kevin Love (two famous football and basketball players, the former from the Miami Dolphins and the latter from the Cleveland Cavaliers), you will need to shell out a hefty 30,000 US dollars!

Soulcycle centers are located in over 60 cities around the world, but the most exclusive ones are in New York, such as those in Soho and Tribeca, Manhattan, Broadway, and the Financial District. These gyms are dedicated to "metaphysical spinning": taking care not only of the body but, through group classes, also the mind. These centers are so beautiful and exclusive that they have been chosen by Lady Gaga, Nicole Kidman, and Lena Dunham. The price is not even that excessive; the first session costs about 20 dollars, with subsequent ones at 34.

Who wouldn't want to workout and run on a treadmill with high-tech monitors or pedal hard... while playing PlayStation! This gym, besides being fascinating and modern - with neon lighting and a DJ booth in true Soho style - is also quite extravagant: among the courses offered is one in aerobics that you attend wearing high heels!

This is the second most luxurious gym in the United States, originated in New York but now widespread across the USA and even in Britain. The costs to attend range from 19 to 21,000 dollars a year, with an additional fee if you want unlimited training sessions with a personal trainer of your choice. Founded in 2004, this gym offers exclusive services and comfort, for instance it has personal trainers trained according to a specific model, which includes very thorough health assessments. There is no other gym that combines fitness and luxury in this way!

This place is basically a nightclub in a gym, making it one of the coolest! Not only does it have the best equipment, but across nearly 45,000 square feet of the club, there is also a beach and private parking. The chain of gyms that bear this name is among the trendiest in the world; the workouts offered range from yoga to climbing, the first entry is free while the monthly membership costs about 110 dollars.

In the bright CityRow gym, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the New York skyline while simulating the efforts of rowers, lifting weights, and doing squats. The gym is entirely dedicated to indoor rowing: every stroke on the rower engage nine major muscle groups, allowing for a true total-body workout: "Legs, core, arms" is the gym's motto.

It is the famous fitness center chain of pop star Madonna, where the soundtrack of your workout will consist only of her hits! After opening the first two locations in Rome, the chain now has a venue in Milan as well. But don't think it's all just glamour; the workouts are tough and rigorous! The instructors are indeed trained directly by Madonna's personal trainer, Tim Anderson. Moreover, the gym's slogan is "Harder is better"!

Belgrade is home to one of the most luxurious and beautiful gyms in the world, Wellness Sky, where you can work out while enjoying a fantastic view for just 30,000 dollars a year. The gym is located in one of the most exclusive buildings in the country, resembling a massive recreational center and equipped with all the comforts you could wish for, along with one of the best views of the river and the city. Besides offering cutting-edge technology and modern equipment, the gym also stands out for its training programs that include yoga, Pilates, and Tai Chi.

This gym in Paris is dedicated to lovers of Thai boxing, founded by world champion Abdoulaye Fadiga. The athlete offers a five-day program that includes a personalized diet, training, but also a system that monitors athletes 24 hours a day.

The gym is located in a luxurious hotel, surrounded by a fantastic garden. Everything here screams luxury, from the wall decorations inspired by designs from Yves Saint Laurent to the unique atmosphere given by the light from oriental lamps. There are also pools and a spa where you can relax your body and mind after an intense workout.

This club definitely ranks among the most beautiful and luxurious gyms in the United States due to its size, services, and structure composition. Everything at the Houstonian is luxurious! Membership costs 24,000 dollars, plus about 300 dollars a month to access all services, including: 8 tennis courts, 3 swimming pools, and a boxing ring.

For only 12 euros a day, climbing enthusiasts can enjoy an immense facility, with a surface area of 1,000 square meters dedicated entirely to climbing. There are indeed 200 climbing routes, 60 holds, and walls up to 12 meters tall to learn to climb, train, and improve your technique, all in complete safety without having to venture into the mountains.

It is well-known that Italians are great rock enthusiasts; this is evident with this facility that, on days when the weather allows, is partially outdoors.

It is impossible not to mention this gym when thinking about the best facilities dedicated to martial arts. No other gym in the world can compete with its standards, both in terms of training and luxury. Indeed, Tiger Muay Thai gym is undoubtedly the most luxurious martial arts gym in Asia and in the world in general. Aside from the luxury, the gym offers an excellent training environment, having all types of services, strength training equipment, air conditioning, and technological gear.

Finally, here we are in the largest natural amphitheater in the world, where outdoor summer training sessions take place that allow you not only to stay fit but also to enjoy the breathtaking view. The gym organizes the Red Rocks Fitness Challenge, a 12-week program that offers five workouts a week from April to July, along with a personalized diet and advice from professional nutritionists. If you prefer yoga, in July and August, morning sessions are held with the famous red sandstone monoliths as a backdrop, watching the sunrise, for an almost otherworldly experience.