Upstate Studios

Upstate Studios sits on Johnston Street in Fitzroy, one of Melbourne's most characterful inner-north suburbs. A boutique fitness studio rather than a sprawling gym floor, it's built its reputation on a more personal, coaching-led approach — the kind of focused, community-minded training that suits people after structure and guidance.

The appeal is that boutique experience: smaller, well-run sessions with genuine attention, in a location that fits Fitzroy's energetic, design-conscious mood. For locals across the inner north who want more than an anonymous swipe-card gym, it's become a trusted place to train.

A 4.9 rating from nearly 800 reviews is an exceptional result and a strong sign of quality coaching and a loyal, satisfied membership. Class schedules, membership options, trainers and pricing vary, and boutique studios work on bookings with popular sessions filling up, so it's worth checking current details and getting in touch directly before you go — particularly if you're after a specific class, trainer or trial session to see if it's the right fit.