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Best Gyms in Columbus
2021

We scored 179 Gyms in Columbus, OH and Picked the Top 19

Here are the Picks:

11 Athletic Performance Facility

Arena District Athletic Club

Beyond Limits Training

Chiseled

Columbus Sports Connection

Donskov Strength & Conditioning

Fit Club

GO: Fitness

Grandview Barbell

Kinetic Climbing & Fitness

Metro Fitness

Ohio Strength

Orangetheory

Personal Level

Ronin Training Center

Short North Fitness

The Fitness Loft

The Spot Athletics

The Warehouse Gym & Fitness

Why These Gyms?

Our goal is to connect people with the best local experts. We scored Columbus Gyms on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

Reviewed Curated Top Picks 179 115 19

Our Selection Criteria:

  • 1. Availability

    Consistently approachable and responsive, so customers never feel ignored.

  • 2. Qualifications

    Building customer confidence with licensing, accreditations, and awards.

  • 3. Reputation

    A history of delighted customers and outstanding service.

  • 4. Experience

    Masters of their craft, based on years of practical experience and education.

  • 5. Professionalism

    Providing service with honesty, reliability, and respect.

Read more about our selection process

11 Athletic Performance Facility

11 Athletic Performance Facility is a complete training facility that offers open gym sessions and training to Columbus area residents. The facility also offers chiropractic therapy and massage therapy services with licensed therapists. A plethora of weight training, agility training, and speed training equipment is available.

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Columbus, OH 43209

Website

(614) 745-2868 Website

Reputation: A

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Online Profiles:

1 (Good)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

11 (Better)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Arena District Athletic Club

Arena District Athletic Club is located in Columbus and is a full-service gym that offers a variety of free fitness classes daily. Cardio equipment includes treadmills, elliptical cross trainers, recumbent bikes, upright bikes and stair climbers. The gym also features an array of strength machines and a free weight area with power racks, adjustable benches, dumbbells and more.

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Columbus, OH 43215

Website

(614) 461-7785 Website

Reputation: A+

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Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

4.8 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

43 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Beyond Limits Training

Beyond Limits Training is a 24-hour gym with locations in Columbus and Reynoldsburg. The Columbus location is a traditional gym with strength machines, free weights, and cardio equipment to cover most fitness needs. The Reynoldsburg gym is primarily a CrossFit focused training facility, with over 12,000 square feet of space for training and competitions. Both gyms feature many trainers available for a group session or one-on-one training and are certified in their respective areas of expertise.

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Columbus, OH 43215

Website

(614) 820-8506 Website

Reputation: A+

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Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

4.9 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

17 (Better)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Chiseled

Chiseled is a personal training studio in Columbus that specializes in one-on-one training sessions between the studio’s certified personal trainers and trainees. Sessions are one hour long following the initial fitness assessment, and trainees will have to gym to themselves along with their trainer. Chiseled has over ten years of experience and highly-experienced trainers with a variety of areas of expertise.

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Columbus, OH 43201

Website

(614) 537-8245 Website

Reputation: A+

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Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

14 (Better)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Columbus Sports Connection

Columbus Sports Connection is a full-service fitness facility open to all residents of the Greater Columbus area. The 13,000 square foot facility houses a full line of free weights and equipment, as well as an extensive collection of circuit training and cardio equipment. Lockers, showers, towels, and toiletries are available for free for all members of Columbus Sports Connection. The gym has several personal trainers available for one-on-one and small group sessions and also offers spinning classes in the spin studio and various other group fitness classes which are open to all members.

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Columbus, OH 43214

Website

(614) 267-2582 Website

Reputation: A+

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Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

4.6 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

14 (Better)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Donskov Strength & Conditioning

Donskov Strength & Conditioning, located in Columbus, offers residents sports performance training and adult fitness. Classes are provided through personal training sessions, semi-private sessions, and metabolic training classes of twelve or fewer people. Donskov operates out of a 3,000 square foot facility with access to free weights, speed and agility training equipment, power racks, and an array of powerlifting equipment.

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Columbus, OH 43229

Website

(614) 547-7100 Website

Fit Club

Fit Club is a CrossFit affiliated gym located in downtown Columbus. Fit Club offers three tiers of CrossFit: OnRamp which is an introductory program, their regular CrossFit sessions, and a session for children. The facility includes all equipment necessary to train and compete in CrossFit events.

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Columbus, OH 43215

Website

(614) 500-3883 Website

Reputation: A+

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Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

4.8 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

65 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

GO: Fitness

GO: Fitness is a fitness club and personal training center for residents of Columbus. The club includes personal training sessions with all memberships. In addition to open-gym access, group fitness classes are available including Rep & Step, Boot Camps, two types of Yoga, Nutrition Information, Interval Training, and Foam Rolling. Complimentary showers, lockers, and towel service are free for all members, and visitors to the gym also have access to the fitness club’s massage services.

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Columbus, OH 43212

Website

(614) 481-8080 Website

Grandview Barbell

Grandview Barbell in Columbus offers their members specialty classes in powerlifting and interval training as well as 24-hour access. Membership can be stand alone or add-on for CrossFit Grandview members. All equipment necessary to train for CrossFit competitions is available, including Rogue Barbells, dumbbells, squat racks, jerk blocks, C2 rowers, Assault bikes, and pull-up bars. Prospective members must meet certain requirements before being offered access. All classes and 24-hour access are included in each membership.

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Columbus, OH 43212

Website

(614) 481-8336 Website

Reputation: A+

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Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

15 (Better)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Kinetic Climbing & Fitness

Kinetic Climbing & Fitness, located in Columbus, serves the area residents with a complete indoor climbing and bouldering facility which has been open since July 2014. The gym offers day passes, as well as, block memberships and monthly or yearly memberships. The facility also offers lessons for those hoping to expand their climbing skill set. In addition to the climbing areas, a general fitness area is available for members.

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Columbus, OH 43228

Website

(614) 674-6402 Website

Metro Fitness

Metro Fitness, serving Columbus residents for over 30 years, has four locations throughout the area. Although the facilities differ in group fitness schedules, all locations are full-service gyms complete with free weights and some different cardio machines. The facilities are open seven days a week and in addition to group sessions, personal training is also available.

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Dublin, OH 43017

Website

(614) 761-3355 Website

Ohio Strength

Ohio Strength, founded in 2014, is a CrossFit affiliate gym serving the Greater Columbus area. The gym offers all of their group sessions led by trained CrossFit instructors. Ohio Strength’s facility includes all necessary equipment required by CrossFit for competition training.

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Columbus, OH 43201

Website

(614) 440-3513 Website

Reputation: A+

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Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

50 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Orangetheory

Orangetheory Fitness is a group session based gym serving the Columbus area. The gym’s workout philosophy is based upon Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption. Membership packages range from four sessions a month to unlimited sessions. The studio has twelve treadmills, twelve rowing machines, and twelve Suspension Unit systems. The average class size ranges from ten to 25 people.

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Dublin, OH 43016

Website

(614) 356-9999 Website

Reputation: A+

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Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

4.8 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

115 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Personal Level

Personal Level is a private, one-on-one personal training studio in Columbus that specializes in offering area residents individually tailored training sessions with a focus on nutrition. The fitness coaches start with an assessment, build a customized training plan, and offer nutritional counseling all while listening to clients' needs and encouraging healthy lifestyle patterns instead of using fad diets or set programs. Pricing varies based on client goals and time frames, but the gym offers a free initial workout to get started.

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Columbus, OH 43221

Website

(614) 488-0004 Website

Reputation: A

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Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

9 (Good)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Ronin Training Center

Ronin Training Center is a complete martial arts studio, serving Columbus. The mixed martial arts center offers several styles including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai boxing, Mixed Martial Arts, and kids' martial arts. Classes for practitioners of all fitness and experience levels are available for each style. Self-defense classes are also offered which are taught by instructors certified in self-defense and highly accomplished in various martial arts.

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Grandview Heights, OH 43212

Website

(614) 530-8720 Website

Reputation: A+

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Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

4.9 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

92 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Short North Fitness

Short North Fitness is a boutique fitness center for Columbus area residents. A fully equipped weight room with free weights is available, as well as an assortment of cardio machines such as treadmills or ellipticals. The fitness center is open 24-hours a day and also offers personal training sessions for both individuals and small groups.

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Columbus, OH 43201

Website

(614) 732-0609 Website

The Fitness Loft

The Fitness Loft in Columbus offers area residents a full service gym facility seven days a week. The gym features a large cardio floor with new Technogym equipment, strength building machines, and a free weight area. Also available on the site is a complete smoothie bar with food and various nutrient rich meals. The loft is also home to two large studios for dance, yoga, and other group fitness classes.

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Columbus, OH 43206

Website

(614) 782-1777 Website

Reputation: A+

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Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

4.7 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

66 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

The Spot Athletics

The Spot Athletics is a family run personal training facility. We strive to change the way people think about going to the gym. We promote a long-term approach to fitness that includes teaching clients how to train, delivering world-class coaching that enables them to move better and feel better. Whether you're training for Elite Level Athletics or for life, The Spot Athletics will keep you motivated and accountable to reach your goals.

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Columbus, OH 43212

Website

(614) 753-1314 Website

Reputation: A+

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Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

12 (Better)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

The Warehouse Gym & Fitness

The Warehouse Gym & Fitness LLC is a gym that has offered personal training and fitness classes to the Columbus area since 2013. A team of certified trainers leads personal training sessions, which can be purchased as a one-off or as part of a multiple-session deal. The gym has a wide range of cardiovascular, strength training, and functional training equipment. The knowledgeable coaches build seven-day personalized plans. Online sessions are also available for individuals and sports teams.

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1110 Chambers Rs
Grandview Heights, OH 43212

Website

(614) 570-4328 Website

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