Guadalajara - Post Report Question and Answers

What kinds of gyms or other sports/workout facilities are available? Are they expensive?

Gyms everywhere. - Aug 2023


Most cotos and apartments have gyms. New consulate will also have gym equipment. Commercial gyms widely available, but I haven't used so I don't know costs. - Jan 2023


Tons of gyms and reasonable prices. - Aug 2018


Many of the accommodations have small gyms. Otherwise, there is a wide range of gyms in GDL. You can spend anywhere from $15 to $120/month on gyms, with facilities much nicer than in the US. Yoga studios, boxing, etc are all common. - Feb 2017


Many cotos (neighborhoods within tall walls) have a clubhouse with gym and pool. There seems to be a CrossFit on every corner. - Feb 2015


Yes, though most housing comes with workout facilities so I don't know about local market costs. - Jan 2015


Our neighborhood has a good gym as do many other neighborhoods. There are gyms around that are good but a little expensive from what I hear. - Oct 2014


Yes, all over the place. - May 2014


Yes they are everywhere and slightly cheaper than the U.S. but with the weather as gorgeous as it is all year, you could take up running! - Apr 2014


Yes, slightly cheaper than in the US. - Jun 2013


Yes, including chains like Gold's Gym. - Jan 2012


Yes. - Jan 2011


Yes. There are many gyms. Several people we know belong to the World Gym in Providencia. Some gated communities have clubhouses with gyms. - Jun 2010


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