Fitness Grand

Manuka’s only 24/7 gym, established in the inner south since 2004

Fitness Grand has been serving the inner south of Canberra for over two decades, making it one of the longest-running independent gyms in the city. Located on Franklin Street in Manuka, it is the only 24-hour gym in the area, which, for many members, is the main reason they joined and the main reason they stay.

The facility spans two floors, each with a distinct purpose, and the combination gives members access to both structured group training and independent gym time under a single membership.

Two floors, two different experiences

The ground floor is a boutique group fitness space designed for small classes of no more than 10 people. Sessions are led by experienced personal trainers and cover HIIT and strength circuits, box fit, yoga, Zumba, and seniors classes, with rehab classes also available for those working through injury or returning to training after a break. Heart rate technology, virtual displays and Technogym equipment give the space a more considered feel than a standard group fitness room.

The first floor is the 24/7 gym: over 300 square metres of open-plan training space with free weights, premium pin-loaded machines, a large functional training area, and cardio zones. Private change rooms are available, and in-house exercise physiologists and personal trainers are on hand for those who want more individual support.

Flexible and accessible

Fitness Grand offers three membership tiers: gym-only access, group fitness-only access, or both combined. Sessions can also be purchased individually or in packs for those who prefer not to commit to a weekly membership. For newcomers, a four-week starter pack is available that includes full gym and class access, a body composition scan, a personal training session and access to the FG app for tracking progress.

The yoga classes are led by Nivedita, a Hatha Yoga instructor who grew up in the Himalayan foothills of Nepal and brings genuine depth of knowledge to her sessions.

The yoga program runs three times a week, including a Saturday morning class.

A well-regarded local institution

Members consistently highlight the quality and cleanliness of the equipment, the approachability of the training staff and the friendly atmosphere. Being independent rather than a chain means the team knows its members, and that personal element comes through in how the place is run.

For anyone in the inner south looking for a gym that offers genuine flexibility, qualified coaching and round-the-clock access, Fitness Grand is worth a visit.