The New Year is upon us and that means it’s time to start getting back into shape. While you can walk or run outside to get exercise, there are a lot of people who prefer going to the gym to workout. But which gym should you go to when there are so many different options?
We’ve compiled a list of some of the gyms that our Agents regularly attend and recommend that you checkout! We left off bigger global chain gyms (Planet Fitness, Gold’s Gym, LA Fitness, etc.) from our list in order to focus more on locally-owned gyms that are more hands-on with their clients. However, we still included some gym chains on our list.
There are cheaper gym options available if you are just interested in walking on a treadmill and lifting free weights on your own. Many of the membership costs are fairly expensive, but we believe that the high cost will motivate you to squeeze every ounce of worth out of the membership, thus giving you the best results possible.
Reach Your 2021 Fitness Goals with These Gyms
Brit’s Brothers Gym
301 Airport Rd, Suite K. Greenville, SC 29607
Brit’s Brothers claim that they are not your average fitness club. This personal training facility was founded in Greenville back in 1994. No matter what your fitness goals are, the trainers at Brit’s Brothers are here to help you achieve them. Depending on what membership you purchase, you have access to a wide variety of great programs and personal trainers. Brit’s Brothers Gym has received Greenville News Best Trainer in the Upstate status nine years in a row. One thing that makes this gym unique is that it welcomes middle and high school to join and train there!
Memberships: Starting at $49.95/mo
Burn Boot Camp
1802 Drayton Rd, Suite 110, Spartanburg, SC 29307
Burn Boot Camp focuses on building strong women in the community! A membership at this gym includes unlimited workouts, personalized nutrition guidance, and one-on-one Focus Meetings with your trainer. They believe that the most effective workouts combined muscle-building strength training along with heart-racing cardio! With your membership, you will also get access to virtual classes taught live and a library of on-demand fitness content! This is a franchise gym with 400+ locations across the country, including one in Greenville and Five Forks.
Memberships: First 4 Weeks only $69
Five Forks Athletics
405 Scuffletown Rd. Simpsonville, SC 29681
Five Forks Athletics says that not all gyms are created equal, which is why they go above and beyond to give you the best experience possible! This CrossFit Gym works with each of its clients to ensure that they can achieve their fitness goals. On your first visit, you will meet with a fitness coach who will help you figure out what program is best for you in order to achieve your desired results. They offer over 50 classes a week and use online top of the line equipment! They offer childcare Monday-Saturday, starting at 8:30 am.
Memberships: Drop-in Session start at $15/class or $125/month
Iron Tribe Fitness
2227 Augusta Street, Greenville, SC 29605
Iron Tribe’s workouts have been ranked as one of the top 5 in the nation. Their 45-minute HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) group classes are made to be fun and challenging! Class size is kept to 20 people so that fitness trainers can best help you become the healthiest version of yourself. The coaches push you to do your very best each time you are at the gym! This intense program is designed to develop athletes both physically and mentally. There is true comradery at Iron Tribe, both with the instructors and other gym members!
Memberships: Starting at around $250/month
Knight Performance Factory
101 Woodruff Industrial Lane, Greenville, SC 29607
The Knight Performance Factory focuses on a balanced lifestyle through performance by providing a sustainable and enjoyable community at the gym that supports the individual with education, opportunity, and family! The Factory offers 4 different Training Programs ranging from group training classes to private rehabilitation programs to sport performance training!
Memberships: Start around $150/month
Orangetheory Fitness
101 Falls Park Drive Suite 101, Greenville, South Carolina 29601
Orangetheory Fitness believes in working smarter and harder! By using total-body group workouts, these science-backed programs combined with expert coaching and top of the line technology to guarantee maximum results for you! Their program is designed to change your metabolism to have more caloric afterburn, thus providing you with more results and more confidence! As you go, you will not only see the progression in the gym, but you will also see improvement in your day to day life! This franchise gym has over a thousand gyms across the globe; they have a gym in Clemson, Spartanburg, and a few in Greenville.
Memberships: Start at $58/month
Sportsclub Fitness & Wellness
667 SE Main Street, Simpsonville, SC 29681
Since 1975 Sportsclub Fitness & Wellness has been providing the Upstate a fitness regimen that is more than just a gym! There are three locations in the Upstate: Greenville, Five Forks, and Simpsonville. Each location has its own offering and programs. Along with your standard gym, the sports club also provides a variety of different classes including water aerobics, warrior training, spinning, and pilates. There is a childcare center to watch your kids while you exercise!
Memberships: Start at around $45/month
YMCA
550 Brookwood Point Pl, Simpsonville, SC 29681
The YMCA is your one-stop-shop for all things fitness! Whether you want to join a group exercise program, swim laps, play basketball, or just walk on a treadmill, the Y has it all! Whether you are in Anderson, Spartanburg, Traveler’s Rest, Simpsonville, or anywhere in between, you will find a location close to you in order to workout!
Memberships: Price varies by age.
9Round Fitness
1099 E Butler Rd Suite 109, Greenville, South Carolina 29607
9Round is a unique fitness experience, this not your conventional gym! 9Round is a 30-minute kickboxing fitness program. These workouts are in a circuit format that means you can show up at any time of the day and get in your workout while being guided by one of the trainers! These high-intensity workouts require you to use your whole body, which allows you to get in a full workout in only 30 minutes! Workouts change daily, so you will never get bored of doing the same thing every week. These gym franchises are individually owned and operated; there are a dozen locations spread throughout the Upstate! The original 9Round is located on Butler Rd.
Memberships: Start at around $60/month
We hope this list of Gym in the Upstate helps you to reach your fitness goals for 2021!
Let us know if you think we should include any other gyms on our list!
The membership rates listed are our best guess based on what we found listed on the companies’ websites and online customer reviews.
