Spring is creeping in and before you know it, it’ll be summer. If your desire to work out is slipping away, we’ve all been there! Our writer Kaya brings your definitive guide to endorphin-boosting studios, stand-alone gyms, and sweat-fuelled sessions that will make you crave many more.

These are perfect for commuting days, pre- or post-workout, or a spontaneous mental health boost on those inevitable down days.

Although home workouts have exploded in popularity, nothing beats an in-person session with passionate trainers, competitive peers, and a cracking playlist.

These are our top 10 favourite fitness spots to get your sweat on… with prices and trainer spotlights!

Sweat by BXR

With its flagship in the heart of Marylebone, BXR London is the world’s first high-end boxing gym. Launched in January 2017, it spans 12,000 square feet across two floors with a full-size boxing ring by Ringcraft at its core.

In 2017, BXR London launched Sweat by BXR, its boutique pay-to-train concept offering group classes in cardio, strength and conditioning, boxing skills, and mobility. At Canary Wharf, Sweat by BXR features VersaClimb, a low-impact climb to conquer an insane vertical mile.

Locations: Canary Wharf, Marylebone, Bishopsgate
Price: Introductory sweat for £15 or sweat pack (x4 classes) for £40
Coach spotlight: Ashleigh Frost is a ball of energy and motivation, making you feel capable of anything. For a HARD push, book Kate Moss; for a mini rave, try Maddy Ingram.

FS8

FS8 is the revolutionary fitness movement from F45 Training industry leaders, set to transform your workouts while boosting physical and psychological well-being.

This multi-modality, circuit-based group training combines yoga, Pilates, and tone in a 50-minute session. FS8 introduces mindful movement and low-impact innovation—my core has never been more stable, activating muscles you never knew existed. Perfect for reformer and weight-training fans.

Location: Oxford Circus
Price: 5 sessions for £49 (trial package)
Coach spotlight: Emily Rutherwood, trained in Australia, is the go-to—a professionally trained dancer with technique and passion. For enthusiasm and energy, book Gia too.

StrongHer | Strictly Women Only

East London’s StrongHer creates an inclusive community for women (including non-binary and transgender individuals) who love fitness and well-being through effective strength, resistance training, and straightforward nutrition education.

All levels welcome, with strength & conditioning, HIIT, weight training, and mobility classes. Amazing coaches like Shaz, Abi, and Lana will leave you pumped for more.

Price: 7-day unlimited intro pack for £35 (studio classes & gym)
Location: Bethnal Green, East London
Coach spotlight: Senior Trainer Abi Skipper excels in mobility-focused fun fitness. For a beastly session, book Lana.

Victus Soul

Victus Soul offers HIIT&RUN, HIIT&BOX, STRENGTH, RUN & BOX—each with meticulous programming, hard work, and signature dynamic recovery.

Functional fitness, primal movements, and boxing, running, and strength principles drive results-oriented, varied workouts with science-based active recovery for tomorrow’s session.

Price: 1 class intro for £14 or 3-class pack for £45
Location: Aldgate East
Coach spotlight: Amanda’s ultimate playlist and energy make workouts fly by. For mindset shifts and motivation, Neha’s class is ideal.

F45 Old Street

Expect burpees, box jumps, and moves that destroy you—but leave you buzzing, thanks to the pumped-up team.

The Old Street studio is badass, run by positive owners Adam and Pip, always ready to help.

Price: 10 classes for £220 (check for trial offers)
Location: Old Street, near the station
Coach spotlight: Seon gives nods of approval but won’t let you slack on weights or reps—he knows.

Digme

If you bore easily, Digme’s stylish, fun workouts will make you sweat.

Cycling classes are favourites—flashing lights, funky music for 45-min burns: Perform (data-driven), Rhythm (music-focused), Ride (best of both).

HIIT, stretch, mobility, Barre, and Yoga offer variety.

Price: £23/class; intro 3 classes for £21 (sign up to mailing list)
Location: Bank, Richmond, Moorgate, Covent Garden
Coach spotlight: Chloe Laureyns delivers electric SPIN sessions with energy and vibes.

1Rebel

One of London’s sexiest studios: Rumble (boxing), Reshape (treadmill/floor), Ride (cycle), Rig, or Reformer Pilates. Rumble blends boxing technique, strength, and HIIT to sculpt and sweat. Changing rooms are luxurious post-workout havens.

Price: From £25/class; first three for £49
Location: 11 sites with Reshape, Ride, Rig (HIIT/circuits/functional), Reformer
Coach spotlight: Luke is the Rumble OG; Katie brings spice to Reshape.

Exhale Pilates

Rebelling against diluted trends, Exhale revives authentic Classical Pilates (‘Contrology’). Low-impact, restorative workouts transform bodies, including rare Tower Class.

Celeb clients (Harry Styles, Christian Eriksen, Kelly Brook); founder Gaby aids stroke recovery and athletes.

Price: £50 tower intro (1 private + 1 tower class, 2-week expiry); £35/class
Location: North Finchley, Primrose Hill
Coach spotlight: Gaby’s expertise shines; Hannah is wonderful too.

The Fore

A gorgeous King’s Cross studio with co-working, sofas, and natural light—but seriously tough. TXR, HIIT, Boxing, Yoga, PT.

Price: £20/class or memberships
Location: King’s Cross
Coach spotlight: Mike’s Fortitude (TXR + Skillmill) tests endurance, speed, flexibility. Oliver Lee’s Boxing & Conditioning is epic.

Barry’s

The original HIIT: treadmill intervals + floor weights for muscle tone and fat loss. Daily focuses: full body, upper/lower, chest/back/abs.

Price: £53 (3-class newbie pack) or £24/class
Locations: Multiple: East, West, Central, Soho, St Paul’s, Canary Wharf

Written by Kaya Cheshire for Luxuria Lifestyle London and International