Best Gyms in Barcelona for Americans
- jlentz24
- Mar 13
- 3 min read
Updated: Apr 16
When I first arrived in Barcelona, I knew I needed to find a place for my endorphin high. As expats living in Spain, it’s important not to lose your fitness routine (even if we are walking 3-4 miles each day). Barcelona has a variety of gyms that cater to expats, some even with classes in English.
If you are looking for a spin class closest to those in the States like Full Ride or Cycle Bar, head to Good Fit. Their instructors usually alternate between Spanish and English during class and the playlist are more English pop. They offer spin classes, as well as group sculpting classes. The gym has full shower and bathroom facilities, and cycle shoes and towels are included. Lockers are available for your personal items.
Address: Carrer del Rector Ubach, 37, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08021
Pricing: Monthly memberships as low as €79, plus €80 start-up fee. Class packs also available.
This amazing studio in Eixample offers English taught yoga classes. The staff is very friendly and there is even a café at the studio for your morning coffee after class. The studio offers an immersive audiovisual experience with beautiful travel motifs surrounding your yoga mat. From Power Vinyasa to Pilates Sculpt, SABDA offers mindful movement in a unique setting.
Address: C/ de Muntaner, 83B, Local 2, Eixample, 08011
Pricing: Intro offer of one week unlimited for €50; class packs available and monthly memberships at €130
The vibe is always popping at LoveCycle, a spin studio near Diagonal. I haven’t had a class yet in English, but the instructors are friendly and model all movements. This studio has a more Spanish, local style with their dance moves on the bike and local Catalan beats. They offer full bathroom facilities with towels available for the showers and lockers for your personal use. If you are on Class Pass, you will need to rent shoes each time for €2.
Address: Via Augusta, 10, Gràcia, 08006
Pricing: Class packs available with a 10-class special for €130 good for 30 days
If you are looking for a familiar brand, Barry’s Boot Camp offers dynamic HIIT classes moving from running, floor exercise and weightlifting. Each day focuses on a different muscle category, from arms & abs to leg day.
Address: Av. de Pau Casals, 4, Planta baja, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, 08021
Pricing: Monthly memberships starting at €119 and class packs available.
Offering three studios around Barcelona, Orange Theory provides a free intro class for first time visitors. Their HIIT workouts combine running with strength training. Known for their heart rate monitors, the workouts are designed to keep your heart rate in the target zone for fat burning and improved metabolism. Group classes are offered throughout the week, but you can still move at your own pace.
Address: Three locations around Barcelona -- Plaça de Gal la Placídia, 22, Gràcia, 08006 -- Carrer d'Aribau, 121, L'Eixample, 08036 -- Av. Lluís Companys i Jover, 13, 08172 Sant Cugat del Vallès
Pricing: Monthly plans offered with as little as 4 classes/month; the L’Eixample location was new when I arrived so they were offering specials as low as €49/month
Looking for a gym community? CrossFit Eixample is known for its friendly vibe with highly skilled coaches. They offer a variety of classes from WOD (Workout of the Day) to Olympic Weightlifting and beach training.
Address: Carrer d'Ausias Marc, 45, Barcelona, 08010
Pricing: Various options from monthly and even weekly passes to class packs and drop-in rates starting from €22
If you want to check out a few studios, consider signing up for Class Pass. Most studios in Barcelona don’t give you a free first class, so Class Pass allows you to try different ones for less than the drop-in rates. You can filter by credit (price), time, location or type of fitness center.
New to Barcelona? Be sure to check out our post on Living in Barcelona: A Necessities Guide to all the expat questions when moving to Barcelona.
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