Kelburn fitness

Discover the range of gym facilities at the Kelburn campus including the fitness and stretching studios, functional training room and group exercise classes.

Dance room closure

The dance room at our Kelburn facility will be temporarily closed from 1–14 December 2025 while we carry out some essential maintenance. This work will ensure the space stays functional, safe, and enjoyable for all users.

Group exercise classes have been relocated to the Student Union building during this time. Check out the schedule to find out which classes are affected. Clubs who require an alternative training space during this period can email clubs@vuw.ac.nz.

Make use of the affordable, modern and convenient fitness spaces and services at the Kelburn campus. We offer a range of memberships and facilities to suit all fitness levels and needs.

Come in and ask our friendly reception staff for a quick tour to see what’s on offer.

You can join the gym to use the fitness and training facilities, or the group exercise classes, or select a combined membership to access both.

Fitness studio

Our fitness studio contains a full range of machines and free weights as well as a comprehensive selection of state-of-the-art Precor cardio equipment. This includes treadmills with 22" touchscreens and excellent workout variety.

Core and stretching studio

This room with an amazing view is equipped with light free weights, kettlebells, and stretching mats. It is a great space to work your core and stretch after exercising.

Functional training room

The functional training room is a multi-purpose training space suitable for boxing, weight-lifting, and functional fitness. Equipped with air bikes, ski-ergs, Concept 2 rowers, Olympic lifting platforms, and a rig to create the perfect functional workout.

Group exercise classes

If you like the energy of exercising in a group and being led by an expert instructor, you’ll love our range of group exercise classes. We offer Pump, Pilates, Yoga, Zumba, HIIT boxing, Step, Power and our challenging small-group 3XF workouts. Most group exercise classes are held in the Dance Room so you get to work out while enjoying a view over the city.

Group exercise class timetable.

Personal training

Our professional team of fitness advisers offer an additional personal training service for gym members.

Other facilities

The University Recreation Centre has an indoor sports court for basketball, netball, badminton, volleyball, indoor football and other indoor court sports.

You can also use or hire the open-plan activities area behind reception for things like table tennis or club meetings.

Lockers, towels and sports equipment are available for hire at the Kelburn Recreation Centre.