Get Fit in Style: Shanghai’s Inner Loop Gym Guide for Every Lifestyle

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Within Shanghai’s Inner Ring Road, you’ll find diverse fitness options—from luxury gym chains to niche boutique studios—catering to varied preferences and budgets. Key areas like Jing’an Temple and Xintiandi are hotspots for fitness venues, often within walking distance of metro stations. Many Hills properties are strategically located here, making it easy to balance urban living with workout routines. 

Luxury Gyms: Premium Facilities

Pure Fitness (Jing’an Kerry Centre)

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 Rooftop pool with skyline views, Les Mills classes, top-tier equipment. 

- Address: 3F, 1515 Nanjing West Road, Jing’an 

- Price: ¥1200+/month 

Z&B Fitness

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Comfortable environment and many options for group classes.

- Address: 1219 Changle Road

- Price: ¥1000+/month

Boutique Studios

Space Cycle (Taikoo Hui)

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Nightclub-style cycling with DJs, immersive lighting.

 - Address: 3F, 288 Shimen Road, Jing’an

 - Price: ¥150-200/session 

Supermonkey (Xintiandi)

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Pay-per-class model, battle rope/TRX sessions, vibrant community.

 - Address: 119 Madang Road, Huangpu 

- Price: ¥89-129/session 

Premium Chains

Bold Wellness Club

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The 3000 square metre space is a perfect combination of a comprehensive fitness arena and minimalism. Texture is used to create the atmosphere, and the relationship between light and darkness is used to express the sense of space and hierarchy.

-Address: 616 Madang Road

-Monthly: ¥1,200-2,000

W Fitness

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W Fitness Shanghai offers state-of-the-art equipment, professional training, and a stylish workout environment. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts seeking a premium experience.
-Address: 468 West Longhua Road

-Monthly: ¥2,500-4,000

Outdoor-Friendly

Xuhui Riverside Running Track

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3 kilometres of plastic running track along the river, free of charge! Climbing walls + skateboarding park along the way.

-Address: Longteng Ave

-Open:24/7

Yoga Lawn(Jing'an Park)

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Weekend outdoor sessions under plane trees

-Address: 1649 West Nanjing Rd

-Drop-in: ¥150

Unique Concepts

BFC Fitness Riverside Zone

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Free outdoor gym with Bund views, functional training equipment. 

- Address: 600 Zhongshan East Road, BFC Bund Finance Center 

- Price: Free 

F45 Training

HIIT workouts + healthy café, Aussie-style in a heritage villa.

- Address: 700 Huangpi South Road

- Price: ¥800+/month

Pro Tips

-Choose Wisely: Opt for pay-per-class studios if short-term; negotiate chain gym discounts for long stays. 

- Off-Peak Hours: Avoid 7-9 PM weekdays; try lunch breaks or early mornings. 

- Bring Gear: Some budget gyms don’t provide towels/lockers—check in advance. 

Shanghai’s gym scene fuels every lifestyle—from iron addicts to sunset yogis. Lace up, your next workout is just a walk away!