Maintaining your fitness routine can be a vital part of feeling at home during your stay in Cambridge. Whether you’re in the city for business, academic pursuits, or a leisurely visit, Cambridge offers an excellent variety of fitness options to suit your schedule and preferences.

Here’s your guide to local gyms, outdoor activities, and fitness classes close to your home away from home at Signet Apartments.

Top Gyms and Fitness Centres

1. PureGym Cambridge Leisure Park

Location: Leisure Park, Clifton Way

With flexible memberships and 24-hour access, PureGym is perfect for visitors with busy schedules. It offers modern equipment, various classes, and personal training sessions.

Highlights:

• Open 24/7
• Wide range of classes included with membership
• No-contract memberships ideal for temporary residents

2. David Lloyd Cambridge

Location: Coldhams Lane

Ideal for visitors staying longer in Cambridge, David Lloyd provides premium facilities including gym equipment, swimming pools, tennis courts, and fitness studios.

Highlights:

• Extensive facilities including pools, tennis courts, and spa
• Diverse fitness classes and family-friendly activities
• Premium, spacious environment

3. The Glassworks Health Club

Location: Thompson’s Lane, Central Cambridge

A boutique fitness club offering a quieter, more personalised experience. Perfect if you’re looking for an exclusive gym with top-tier facilities.

Highlights:

• Central Cambridge location
• Personalised training and wellness programmes
• Luxurious atmosphere

 

Outdoor Fitness Activities

4. Jogging and Cycling by the River Cam

Take advantage of Cambridge’s picturesque riverside paths, ideal for jogging, cycling, or peaceful walks. Popular routes include paths through Grantchester Meadows and along The Backs, offering inspiring views of the colleges.

Tip: Rent a bicycle locally if you haven’t brought your own—it’s a great way to see the city and keep active.

5. Parker’s Piece and Jesus Green

Both parks offer excellent spaces for outdoor workouts, yoga, running, or casual sports. During warmer months, these green spaces are bustling with locals enjoying fitness activities and relaxation.

Tip: Join one of the outdoor fitness bootcamps frequently held in these parks for a fun, group workout.

 

Popular Fitness Classes

6. Hotpod Yoga

Location: Histon Road

Offering immersive hot yoga classes designed to relax, energise, and strengthen the body. Ideal for those who want a unique fitness experience.

Highlights:

• Heated pods for a deeply relaxing and detoxifying experience
• Suitable for all experience levels

7. Barre Cambridge

Location: Eddington

Specialising in barre classes, a blend of ballet-inspired moves, Pilates, and yoga. Classes help build strength, flexibility, and posture in a friendly and welcoming studio.

Highlights:

• Engaging, low-impact workouts
• Classes are suitable for beginners and advanced participants alike

8. University of Cambridge Sports Centre

Location: Philippa Fawcett Drive

Visitors affiliated with the University can access a wide range of fitness classes and facilities, including fitness suites, group workouts, and indoor courts.

Highlights:

• Wide variety of fitness and sports options
• Excellent facilities for academics and visiting scholars

9. Pilatesfit Cambridge

Location: Vinery Road

Private 1:1 pilates classes or reformer group sessions with free seven-day trial before any commitment

Highlights:

• Dedicated pilates studio with all equipment provided
• A video is provided to recap on everything learnt in the class

Staying Active at Signet Apartments

With comfortable, spacious apartments conveniently located close to Cambridge’s best fitness centres, parks, and activities, Signet Apartments provides an ideal base for maintaining your fitness routine.

Whether your stay in Cambridge is short-term or extended, rest assured you’ll have plenty of options to stay active, healthy, and energised during your visit.

Book your Cambridge stay with Signet Apartments today and explore all the fitness opportunities Cambridge has to offer.