Stepping into a new gym or studio for the first time can be a daunting experience. With the new year in full swing, fitness centres across the Illawarra are rolling out enticing introductory offers and specials to help locals conquer those January fitness goals.
Navigating the New Year Fitness Rush
From budget-friendly weekly rates to month-long savings, the range of deals available can be overwhelming. To cut through the noise, we've compiled a list of eleven standout offers from both mainstream chains and beloved local independents. Whether you're after high-intensity training, mindful yoga, or reformer pilates, there's a deal tailored for you.
Gym & Fitness Studio Offers
Planet Fitness is promoting memberships starting at $10 per week with no joining fee and flexible cancellation, though this is only available at selected clubs.
Plus Fitness offers rates from $16.95 per week for juniors and seniors, and $18.95 for adults aged 16-64. All contracts come with a $0 joining fee and include bonus free weeks.
Stepz Fitness Dapto has a standout entry deal of $6 per week for the first six weeks, reverting to around $15 weekly afterwards. This offer is reserved for local residents.
Anytime Fitness is also offering your first six weeks for $6, which includes free group fitness classes and access to their nationwide network of gyms.
HIIT Republic invites you to try a seven-day free trial. Memberships then start from $39.90 per week for HIIT-only access, or $59.90 for combined HIIT and Club Lime access, with most plans including a $39 activation fee.
Hyper Fitness, a women's only boutique studio, provides three payment tiers: monthly at $29.95, quarterly at $59.95, or an annual investment of $179.95 for the best long-term value.
Pilates & Yoga Introductory Passes
For those keen to try pilates, Pilates Haus has an introductory offer of five classes for $60 for new members. Following that, memberships start at $50 per week for two sessions at select locations.
Studio Pilates recommends starting with their six-class intro pack, which includes a compulsory orientation session plus five reformer classes, exclusively for new clients.
Good Moves Studio welcomes new pilates clients with a two-week, four-class membership for $50, valid across their Wollongong, Fernhill, and Shellharbour studios.
Yoga enthusiasts can begin at Younga Studio with a four-week introductory offer of unlimited classes for $149 (reduced from $249). The Yoga Hive also offers a four-week intro pass for $99, with subsequent class passes and cash-only memberships available.
With such a variety of options available, from no-lock-in contracts to specialised introductory passes, there's never been a better time to find a fitness routine that suits your lifestyle and budget in the Illawarra region.
