Best classes and gyms in KL under RM100

What it is There are so many ways to break a sweat and build your strength. Do it all at CLUBALOHA’s two “clubs”: Aloha Cycle Club offers indoor cycling to the beat (also known as spin), while Aloha Muscle Club is its strength and conditioning studio. 

Why we love it You can’t fail with CLUBALOHA’s experienced coaches slash hype guys and gals in your corner. Aloha Ride, the 45-minute signature spin class, is a sweat fest featuring combos, heavy climbs, and sprints for legs, plus weights to sculpt the upper body. There are also 60- (our personal favourite), 75- and 90-minute rides for those who want to take things up a notch. Over at Aloha Muscle Club, expect strength training, sharp conditioning, and weights, with an emphasis on form and technique. Whether you pick spin or strength, it’ll be a full-body, energetic and explosive workout open to all fitness levels, guaranteed to work up a sweat. 

Time Out tip There are two CLUBALOHA addresses, but only the OG studio at Plaza Damas offers indoor cycling. Plan appropriately. 

RM60 per 1 credit, eligible for most classes.

What it is FlyCycle, when it first opened in 2016, was the city’s answer to SoulCycle. Since then, it has rebranded to FlyProject to support its expansion to also offer boxing, circuit training, yoga, pilates and more at ten addresses all over the Klang Valley. 

Why we love it There’s cardio, and then there’s spin class at FlyProject. It’s more a party on a bike; think 45 minutes of heart-pumping choreography and combos, climbs, sprints, and weights. Also try: FlyProject’s all-in-one, full-body circuit training class designed to build strength and endurance with little to no rest between bouts of work. Be it high-intensity workouts like indoor cycling, circuit training and boxing, or low-impact options such as barre, yoga and pilates, there’s something for everyone who wants to feel the burn — no, really, heated studios are available at the KLGCC and Subang Parade studios. 

Time Out tip FlyProject takes timeliness very seriously. (We were turned away in the past for being a minute late. Lesson learned.) Arrive at least 15 minutes before your class starts so you have enough time to check in at the front desk and avoid a rushed set-up. 

RM79+ per 1 credit, eligible for all classes except reformer pilates which requires 2 credits.

What it is If you ever feel the urge to punch something, channel that into a beat-driven boxing class in a supercharged group setting that’s cathartic for you at TRIBE. 

Why we love it Nothing relieves stress quite like quality time with a punching bag. 50 minutes, ten rounds, zero experience necessary. In TRIBE’s signature boxing class, expect boxing and high-intensity drills for total-body strengthening and conditioning set to surround-sound music system and immersive lights — in a fight club-meets-nightclub atmosphere. It’s an exhilarating cardio ride. Aside from boxing, TRIBE also offers spin and training classes. 

Time Out tip You can rent boxing wraps for RM2, but we absolutely recommend buying your own (for fiscal and hygienic reasons). There’s no fee for gloves rental. 

RM70 per 1 group class.

What it is Urban Spring Pilates in Bangsar offers pilates, of course, but also yoga and barre, plus hot pilates and hot yoga. Fast-forward more than a decade later and Urban Spring Pilates has opened two more airy, sunlit studios in Mont Kiara and Taman Tun Dr Ismail. 

Why we love it Don’t you sometimes welcome a reprieve from gruelling cardio drills in a dark room with deafening music? Pilates is a low-impact workout that embraces repetitive movements on a mat or a machine to sculpt and strengthen muscles. Newsflash: It’s not as easy as it sounds. Here, instructors are experienced and personable. Expect state-of-the-art pilates equipment including reformer machines, cadillac, chair and more. Bring grip socks or buy a pair at the front desk. 

Time Out tip If you’re taking a hot mat pilates or yoga class for the first time, secure a spot by the windows (they open about halfway through the class to let in air) or the doors (in case you need to pop out for a breather). That’s where the room is coolest. 

RM81 per 1 group mat class. RM102.60 per 1 group reformer class.

What it is Getting strong shouldn’t be scary. Good Juju Barbell Club is a studio specialising in strength training with a side of good vibes. Expect barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, free weights, Smith machines, and other state-of-the-art equipment. 

Why we love it “The most uplifting personal training gym in Kuala Lumpur” believes that getting in shape isn’t just about how you look, it’s also about how you feel. Personal training is available if you need a guide; Good Juju’s coaches are happy to whip up a science-based fitness recipe tailored to you and your goals. But for those who prefer a group setting, the Club offers two classes: ‘Raise The Bar’ is a 60-minute class emphasising technique and tempo to build a solid foundation of strength, while ‘One More Rep’ is a faster-paced high-intensity class focusing on functional strength movements. 

Time Out tip It’s one of the prettiest studios in the city with an on-site café serving coffee and matcha, plus a merch store stocking Good Juju’s colorful socks, crochet bags, and more. You’d want to linger a little while, post-lifting weights. 

RM85 per class.

What it is DEFY Training is a strength and conditioning gym in the heart of the city. Think expert coaching and elite programming in a supportive group setting. 

Why we love it Strength training, now more popular, is a great way to build strength and burn calories for all fitness levels. DEFY’s 75-minute strength class caters to beginners and experienced lifters alike with a well-rounded workout focusing on form and technique. If you’re really looking to level up, sign up for the Signature Series. It’s a 12-week program tailored to the individual that implements progressive overload principles, i.e. a type of training in which you gradually increase the intensity of your workout or in other words, sikit-sikit lama-lama jadi bukit. 

Time Out tip If you love starting your weekends with a sweat sesh, Super Saturday is a team-based social workout blending cardio, strength, and some friendly competition. 

RM50 per 1 credit, eligible for all classes and open gym sessions.

What it is Chances are, you already know someone who’s an avid pickleball player. The paddle sport sits somewhere between ping pong and tennis, with a bit of badminton thrown in. Peek into the smash hit sport at Pickle Social Club. Covered and outdoor courts are available for booking, plus group and private lessons for newbies or those wishing to polish their technique. 

Why we love it First-class pickleball facilities aside, the vibes here are immaculate: you can’t beat the location at The Courts at KLGCC amid the lush surrounds of Bukit Kiara. True to its name, Pickle Social Club frequently hosts fun events such as festive-themed parties, ladies’ night and more. 

Time Out tip Pickleball is a social sport, after all. Get to know your fellow players better over drinks and snacks at Noa, the on-site café. 

Introduction to Pickleball for first-timers, RM65 per session for 90 minutes; group lesson starts from RM80 per session; court rental starts from RM35 per court per hour.

What it is Get to grips with bouldering at B-Hub Bouldering, a popular Petaling Jaya indoor bouldering gym. It has options for first-timers, fanatics and everyone in between. 

Why we love it We’ll try anything once, including climbing walls without harnesses or ropes. Route-setters map the ‘problems’ for climbers, which change often and include a mix of vertical, overhang, and slab walls. B-Hub’s workshops on dyno, short for dynamic, are a hit; the instructors emphasise movements with momentum and power, with live demonstrations and hands-on practice. 

Time Out tip Beyond climbing, the gym has a workout area with a fingerboard, a squat rack, and weights; a co-working space (so you can boulder in between those pesky work calls); plus a café, House of Wheat for coffee, kombucha, pastries and more. 

For more indoor climbing venues, check out our list. 

Bouldering 101: The Basics class for first-timers includes day pass, shoe and chalk rental, RM60 per person up to 90 minutes. Day pass starts from RM24 for youths aged nine to 16-year-old on weekdays; RM28 for off-peak hours on weekdays; and RM38 for all other hours and on weekends.