The 9 Best gyms in Grand Rapids, MI

Last updated September 20, 2026 · ranked from 3,030 Google reviews · How we rank

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Orangetheory FitnessOrangetheory Fitness combines cardio and strength workouts with real-time heart rate tracking and individualized coaching.
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Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsuCarlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu offers a posted monthly curriculum covering Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, wrestling, and cardio.
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barre3barre3 combines strength, cardio, and mindfulness, with child care, online classes, and free street parking.

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Orangetheory Fitness
5.0(519)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 519 reviews (Google rating)
Gym
Open now · closes 8:00 PM
Heart rate tracking and individualized coaching put Orangetheory Fitness at No. 1, supported by a 5-star Google rating from 519 reviews. At its E Beltline Avenue location in Grand Rapids, MI, full-body group workouts combine cardio and strength training, with triple-certified coaches using real-time heart rate data to guide effort at each participant’s fitness level. Weekday opening times of 5 a.m. give early exercisers a practical option, while online classes add another way to participate. Membership is required.
- Heart rate tracking
- Cardio and strength
- Early weekday hours
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Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu
5.0(347)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 347 reviews (Google rating)
Gym
Closed · opens 4:00 PM
A posted monthly curriculum gives this martial arts gym in Grand Rapids, MI a clear structure for training. Its No. 2 placement is supported by a 5-star Google rating from 347 reviews and a class lineup covering Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, wrestling, cardio, and kids programs. The gym says competitors lead its classes in a family-friendly environment. Wheelchair-accessible entrances, parking, restrooms, and seating, plus listed LGBTQ-welcoming and transgender-safe-space attributes, add practical reasons for its inclusion.
- Monthly training curriculum
- Kids classes available
- Wheelchair-accessible facilities
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barre3
5.0(289)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 289 reviews (Google rating)
Gym
Open now · closes 8:00 PM
Strength, cardio, and mindfulness share the workout at barre3, which earns rank 3 with a 5-star Google rating from 289 reviews and practical amenities including child care. Located at 547 Cherry St SE in Grand Rapids, MI, this women-owned gym combines low-impact isometric movements, larger-range cardio bursts, and breath work. Online classes supplement onsite services, while free street parking adds convenience. Weekday hours run from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m., with shorter weekend hours; appointments are required.
- Child care available
- Online classes offered
- Free street parking
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Body by Choice Training
5.0(238)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 238 reviews (Google rating)
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Open now · closes 8:00 PM
Personalized training and nutrition guidance put Body by Choice Training at No. 4 among gyms in Grand Rapids, MI, supported by a 5-star Google rating from 238 reviews. Its individual approach is paired with onsite services and online classes, giving members more than one way to participate. Weekday hours run from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., with Saturday mornings available too. A sauna adds an onsite amenity, while wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, and restroom support access. Appointments and membership are required.
- Personalized training
- Online classes
- Onsite sauna
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StretchLab EGR
4.9(207)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 207 reviews (Google rating)
Physical fitness program
Open now · closes 8:00 PM
One-on-one assisted stretching gives StretchLab EGR a specific focus among fitness options in Grand Rapids, MI. Its No. 5 placement is supported by custom routines from trained Flexologists, a choice of 25- or 50-minute sessions, and a 4.9 Google rating from 207 reviews. The work centers on flexibility and range-of-motion goals, with monthly memberships available. Monday-through-Thursday hours extend to 8 p.m., while free lot and street parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance add practical convenience at its Wealthy Street location.
- One-on-one assisted stretching
- Custom stretch routines
- Free parking
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Terra Firma Bouldering Co.
4.8(576)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 576 reviews (Google rating)
Gym
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
Weekly route changes help earn Terra Firma Bouldering Co. the No. 6 spot among gyms in Grand Rapids, MI. Setters refresh one section of the walls each week, giving returning climbers new problems to work through. The 12,000-square-foot gym welcomes all skill levels and has a 4.8 Google rating from 576 reviews. Weekday hours extend to 10 p.m., with 7 a.m. openings on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Free lot and street parking add practical convenience, while the gym identifies itself as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space.
- Weekly route changes
- All skill levels
- Free parking
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FitStop24 - Grand Rapids
4.7(237)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 237 reviews (Google rating)
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Open now · closes 12:00 AM
Around-the-clock access earns FitStop24 - Grand Rapids its No. 7 spot, backed by a 4.7 Google rating from 237 reviews. The membership-required gym at 1243 Leonard St NE in Grand Rapids, MI is open 24 hours every day, accommodating early starts and late workouts. Showers and Wi-Fi add practical convenience, while wheelchair-accessible parking, an entrance, and a restroom support access. Its network also advertises 24-hour access to more than 28 locations, a useful option for members who train beyond their home gym.
- Open 24 hours
- Showers and Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Grand Rapids City Gym
4.6(207)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 207 reviews (Google rating)
Gym
Open now · closes 12:00 AM
Round-the-clock key-card access earns Grand Rapids City Gym its No. 8 spot, giving members flexibility beyond staffed hours. Located at 1625 Leonard St NE in Grand Rapids, MI, the gym has a 4.6 Google rating from 207 reviews. Free on-site parking, showers and Wi-Fi add everyday convenience, while the entrance, parking and restroom are wheelchair accessible. Membership is required, and staff are available Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., for those who need in-person assistance.
- 24-hour key-card access
- Free on-site parking
- Showers and Wi-Fi
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David D. Hunting YMCA
4.6(410)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 410 reviews (Google rating)
Gym
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
Two pools, an indoor track, and basketball and racquetball courts give David D. Hunting YMCA its No. 9 spot through a broad range of workout options. This membership-based gym in downtown Grand Rapids, MI also offers extensive fitness spaces and free group fitness classes. Child care and KidZone care add practical support for parents, while 5 a.m. weekday openings accommodate early workouts. Membership includes access to seven area branches and participating YMCAs nationwide. Its Google rating is 4.6 from 410 reviews.
- Two pools
- Free fitness classes
- Weekday 5 a.m. openings
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Compare at a glance

Comparison of the best gyms in Grand Rapids, MI
#	Place	Google rating	Price	Area	Open now
1	Orangetheory Fitness	5.0(519)5.0 out of 5 from 519 reviews (Google rating)	—	—	Open
2	Carlson Gracie Grand Rapids Bjj Jiu-jitsu	5.0(347)5.0 out of 5 from 347 reviews (Google rating)	—	—	Closed
3	barre3	5.0(289)5.0 out of 5 from 289 reviews (Google rating)	—	—	Open
4	Body by Choice Training	5.0(238)5.0 out of 5 from 238 reviews (Google rating)	—	—	Open
5	StretchLab EGR	4.9(207)4.9 out of 5 from 207 reviews (Google rating)	—	—	Open
6	Terra Firma Bouldering Co.	4.8(576)4.8 out of 5 from 576 reviews (Google rating)	—	—	Open
7	FitStop24 - Grand Rapids	4.7(237)4.7 out of 5 from 237 reviews (Google rating)	—	—	Open
8	Grand Rapids City Gym	4.6(207)4.6 out of 5 from 207 reviews (Google rating)	—	—	Open
9	David D. Hunting YMCA	4.6(410)4.6 out of 5 from 410 reviews (Google rating)	—	—	Open

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gyms in Grand Rapids, MI: common questions

Which gyms in Grand Rapids, MI offer 24-hour or early-morning access?: FitStop24 at 1243 Leonard St NE is open 24 hours every day and requires membership. Orangetheory Fitness, David D. Hunting YMCA, barre3, and MVP Athletic Club, Crahen open at 5 a.m. Monday through Friday. Salvation Army Kroc Center opens at 5:30 a.m. on weekdays.
Where can I combine gym workouts with swimming in Grand Rapids, MI?: David D. Hunting YMCA at 475 Lake Michigan Dr NW has two pools alongside fitness spaces and group exercise studios. Salvation Army Kroc Center at 2500 Division Ave S has a pool, fitness center, gym, and climbing wall. MVP Athletic Club, Crahen at 115 Crahen Ave NE has a seasonal outdoor pool.
Which fitness facilities in Grand Rapids, MI have child care?: David D. Hunting YMCA, barre3 at 547 Cherry St SE, and MVP Athletic Club, Crahen list child care among their amenities. The YMCA also includes KidZone care among its member benefits. Barre3 requires appointments; MVP requires appointments and membership.
Where can beginners try climbing in Grand Rapids, MI?: Terra Firma Bouldering Co. at 1555 Marshall Ave SE welcomes all skill levels. Its 12,000-square-foot bouldering gym resets a section of its walls weekly. It stays open until 10 p.m. on weekdays and runs from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends, with free lot and street parking.
Which gyms in Grand Rapids, MI offer personalized training or coached workouts?: Body by Choice Training at 4070 Lake Dr SE, Suite 103 offers personalized training and nutrition, with appointments and membership required. MVP Athletic Club, Crahen offers personal training. Orangetheory Fitness provides coached full-body group workouts combining cardio, strength training, and real-time heart-rate tracking.