The island of Malta offers a perfect environment in which to practice sports, including indoor sports. Several activities are available, with many fitness and bodybuilding establishments, some with an access to a swimming pool or a spa. Whether for intensive work-outs or relaxation, lots of them will provide you with exactly what you are looking for.
Gyms in Malta
Sliema:
Fort Fitness
Fort Fitness is a well-known gym in Malta. Located near Tigne Point, looking onto the sea, it has all the equipment you need for your fitness and weight training. A large cardio area is available, and the staff are very professional and friendly. The place is also spotlessly clean.
Services: Gym, fitness centre
Address: Triq Tigne, Sliema
Phone: +356 2133 9554
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 5 a.m. to midnight, Saturday and Sunday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Freemyme
New to the fitness scene, Freemyme offers classes for all age groups. You can also benefit from nutritional advice from professionals, and advice on rehabilitation after an injury of any kind.
They also have a great app available on the Google and App stores. It an excellent reputation and is recommended by many people who already tried it.
Services: Gym, fitness center, yoga room
Address: Tagliaferro Business Center, 14 High street, Sliema
Phone: N/A
Opening hours: Monday and Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday from 9.45 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Fitness Point
Fitness Point will provide you with a very warm welcome from the employees and even from the manager himself. The room is very well equipped, allowing you to work on anything you wish, and many classes are also available such as Pilates. It really feels like home!
Services: Gym, fitness centre
Address: Sliema Wanderers Sport complex, Tigné Point, Sliema
Phone: +356 2060 1229
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Feel good
Feel good offers a space with many machines, as well as a Spa where you can relax before or after your training sessions. Many packages are available to cater for all necessities. Warm and family atmosphere.
Services: Gym, fitness centre, wellness lounge, manicure lounge
Address: Preluna Hotel, Tower Road, Sliema
Phone: +356 2012 2107
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday to Sunday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Gzira
Cross Fit Martel
As its name suggests, this place is perfect for Cross Fit enthusiasts. The employees are charming and very friendly, the prices of the packages are reasonable compared to European standards. Additionally, the long opening times allow you to find the time slot that suits you best. The community is very friendly and always happy to help.
Services: Gym, fitness centre
Address: 92, Triq Moroni, Il-Gzira
Phone: +356 7929 8028
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Kinetika Malta
Kinetika offers fitness sessions for all ages, from youths to seniors. They also have new machines for ‘switching’, which is a new work-out method using a new type of equipment. Team and custom work-outs are also available.
Services: Gym, fitness centre
Address: National Pool complex, Il-Gzira
Phone: +356 2751 1511 and +356 2751 1611.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 6 am to 10 pm, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 7 am to 5 pm
St Julian’s
Cynergi Health and Fitness Club
Cynergi is the largest health club in Malta. You will find all equipment imaginable, as well as expert instructors, who will help you with a personalised program according to your needs. Squash courts, a swimming pool and saunas are also available, as well as childcare for parents who bring their kids.
Services: Gym, fitness centre
Address: Eden place, St Augustine street, St Julian
Phone: +356 2371 0700
Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 5 a.m. to midnight, Saturday and public holidays from 6 a.m. to midnight, Sunday from 8 a.m. to midnight.
The Box Fitness Center
Renowned for its atmosphere and staff expertise, The Box will undoubtedly offer you an exceptional experience. The resident coaches are excellent motivators and will help you achieve your goals, whether for a simple fitness session or to push your limits, all in a very friendly atmosphere.
Services: Gym, fitness centre
Address: 116/8, St George Road, St Julian
Phone: +356 2010 6292
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Closed on Sundays.
Body Works
You will be greeted by Bryn, a man with a great reputation. He has an excellent knowledge of his field and will provide you with exactly what you need. Being an osteopath, his knowledge and techniques will help you improve your physical well-being, or speed along your rehabilitation. All in a professional but very relaxed atmosphere.
Services: Gym, fitness center, osteopractor
Address: Triq Wied Ghomor, St Julian’s
Phone: +356 2138 4957
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Closed on Sundays.
Ta’ Xbiex / Msida
Active Zone Fitness Club
Offering prices adapted to students and parents, this place is very family-friendly. Personalized programs can be requested and there is plenty of mutual assistance between members.
Services: Gym, fitness centre
Address: 48, Triq Oscar Zammit, Msida
Phone: +356 2122 8891
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Swieqi / Pembroke
HIIT Fitness Malta
Offering group lessons but with different exercises adapted to your individual level, you will never feel left out at Hiit. David has a fantastic working knowledge of the fitness world and will help out anytime you need!
Services: Gym, fitness centre
Address: Triq Alamein, Pembroke
Phone: +356 9987 2831
Opening hours: Open 24/24
Studio Fifteen
In addition to offering all the standard facilities of a fitness centre, you will benefit from access to a bar which offers all manner of healthy and essential drinks for a nutritional balance after an intense session. The staff will make you feel right at home.
Services: Fitness room
Address: Topline Center, Triq San Andrija, is-Swieqi
Phone: +356 2723 2415
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 8 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Fit Express Malta
With very intense 20-minute sessions, you will find that it’s a great way to get a real work-out done within a short period of time. Personal coaches are available to help you achieve your goals.
Services: Gym, fitness centre
Address: 59, Triq L-Imghazel, Is-Swieqi
Phone: +356 9932 7633
Opening hours: Monday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Closed on Sundays.
Valletta / Hamrun
Challenger Fitness Gym Malta
One of the largest fitness centres in Malta. Here you will find all the necessary equipment for cardio and weight training, and prices are very affordable.
Services: Gym, fitness centre
Address: St Zachary street, Valletta
Phone: +356 2149 7265
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m. to noon.
Information: Other branches of this gym are located in the cities of St Julian’s, Qormi and Cottonera (see website)
The Pit
The Pit is very well equipped and will give you a warm welcome, whatever your level is. The community is very friendly and always provides support whenever needed. Cross Fit is one of the main activities carried out here.
Services: Gym, fitness center, private fitness camps
Address: Triq Mile End, Hamrun
Phone: +356 9904 8514
Opening hours: Monday and Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Friday from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 6.30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon and Sunday 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Gyms in Gozo
Shape Up Fitness
Founded in 1988, this was the first fitness centre on the island of Gozo. The staff are very attentive and will meet all your expectations. Whether you are a beginner or very experienced, you will undoubtedly feel comfortable there.
Services: Gym, fitness centre
Address: 104 Charity street, Victoria
Phone: +356 7929 1003
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed on Sundays.
Gaudos Gymnastics & Fitness Center
Excellent room with ample equipment for working out and getting back into shape. The centre is not very large, but everything is well thought-out and in perfect working condition. The rates are very affordable.
Services: Gym, fitness centre
Address: Enrico Mizzi street, Ir-Rabat
Phone: N/A
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Closed on Sundays.
Additional information:
There has been a huge fitness boom in Malta in recent years, and the island now has a plethora of fitness facilities. At most of them, you can benefit from having a dedicated sports coach, group sessions, fitness, weight training and CrossFit regimes, depending on the package you chose.
For those who want to reduce muscle pain, you should check our Physio & Osteo article.
