Gyms in Penrith

When visiting the Lake District, the most obvious choice for exercise would be a hike. In Penrith, you’re spoilt for choice with little strolls along the river or more strenuous hill days. But for the days when you can’t get outside or fancy a session in the gym, there are a few nearby indoor activity centres and gyms to visit.

  • Penrith Leisure Centre

Open Monday- Friday 6:30am-9pm, Saturday 8:30am-5pm, Sunday 9am-5pm

Located in the heart of the town centre, Penrith Leisure Centre boasts a large gym, 25-metre swimming pool, a separate children’s swimming pool, six-court sports hall, outdoor astro pitch and a climbing wall. The gym is split into five zones; cardio training, resistance training, circuit training, performance training and an interactive cycling zone. The gym also has a fitness studio hosting a large selection of classes for both beginners and advanced members. The centre offers free car parking and is open to members and non-members. Many activities are ideal for visitors and can be joined by simply turning up! An induction costing £6.70 is required before anyone can use the gym; then there is a one-off cost of £4.50 for visitors with membership options also available.

  • Elite Fitness Penrith 

Open Monday- Thursday 6am-9.30pm, Friday 6am-8pm, Saturday 8am-6:30pm Sunday 8am-8pm

Situated on the western edge of Penrith, Elite Fitness is a family owned gym and health club locally renowned for its friendly, welcoming approach to visitors. As well as being a place to work out and reach fitness goals, the centre also acts as a social hub, encouraging members and visitors to get together hosting regular social and sporting events. The medium sized gym is well equipped with 30 stations; the cardio machines include treadmills and cross trainers as well as exercise bikes and rowing machines. There is also a good selection of resistance machines and a section of free weights and kettlebells. The club also run fitness classes with a dedicated spinning studio. The gym has a range of membership options offering discounts for students, with one-off visitors paying £7 per session.