Fitness as a Digital Nomad in Bali: Best Gyms, Yoga Studios, and Training Options
Bali has one of the best fitness environments in Southeast Asia for digital nomads, with strong gym, yoga, and Muay Thai options concentrated in Canggu and Ubud. Here is what to expect and what it costs.
Bali has a real fitness scene, and for digital nomads the concentration of gyms, yoga studios, and training spaces in Canggu, Ubud, and Seminyak is hard to match in Southeast Asia. The reputation is justified. If you want to keep a consistent training routine while working remotely, Bali is one of the easier places in the region to do it.
This guide covers the practical side: where to train, what it costs, and which areas make the most sense depending on where you are based.
Canggu: the fitness hub
If fitness is a priority and you have flexibility on where in Bali to base yourself, Canggu is the obvious choice. The density of gyms and studios in the Berawa and Echo Beach area is higher than anywhere else on the island. Several good options are within walking distance of each other.
Commercial gyms in Canggu
Bali Buddha Gym and Fit Hub are the most popular commercial gym options in Canggu, with decent free-weight areas, cardio machines, and reasonable membership prices. Day passes run around 75,000 to 100,000 IDR (roughly $5 to $7 USD). Monthly memberships drop the per-day cost significantly if you are staying more than three weeks.
Motion Fitness in Berawa is a step up in facility quality, with better equipment and more space. It attracts a serious training crowd, including some professional athletes who base themselves in Bali seasonally.
CrossFit and functional fitness
CrossFit Wanderlust in Canggu runs regular classes with English-speaking coaches. Drop-in rates are around $12 to $15 USD per class, which is more than a commercial gym pass but standard for CrossFit globally. The programming is good and the community is large enough that you will meet people quickly.
Yoga in Canggu and Ubud
Yoga is embedded in Bali Culture rather than being a tourist add-on. The quality of teaching varies, but at the better studios you will find experienced teachers who take the practice seriously.
In Canggu, The Dojo has long been a popular co-working and wellness space with regular yoga classes. Serenity Eco Guesthouse runs well-regarded sessions. Prices typically run 100,000 to 150,000 IDR per class (around $6 to $10 USD).
Ubud is the more traditional choice for yoga, with studios like Taksu and Yoga Barn offering extensive timetables. If you have the flexibility to spend time in Ubud, the slower pace, cooler temperatures, and serious yoga scene make it worth the detour. The Yoga Barn runs different styles and levels throughout the day.
Muay Thai and martial arts
Bali has a smaller Muay Thai scene than Phuket or Chiang Mai, but it is there. Bali MMA in Canggu offers Muay Thai alongside MMA and BJJ classes, with drop-in rates available for short-stay visitors. The coaching works well for hobbyists and people maintaining skills, but serious competitive training is better done in Thailand.
Outdoor training options
Bali outdoor options are underrated. Rice field runs around Canggu are a reliable morning option, though traffic and scooters make road running less pleasant in busier areas. Campuhan Ridge Walk in Ubud offers a proper trail run through forest and terraced fields without significant traffic.
Beach workouts are possible at Batu Bolong and Echo Beach in Canggu, though the beaches are narrow compared to Phuket and less suited to long runs. A few outdoor calisthenics areas have appeared in the area as the fitness scene has grown.
What fitness costs in Bali
Bali has become more expensive over the past few years, and fitness is no exception. Budget around:
- Commercial gym day pass: 75,000 to 120,000 IDR
- Yoga class: 100,000 to 175,000 IDR
- CrossFit drop-in: 200,000 to 250,000 IDR
- Monthly gym membership (commercial): 600,000 to 1,200,000 IDR
Training five to six times a week at a commercial gym works out to roughly $40 to $80 USD per month. If you are mixing gym and yoga, budget closer to $100 to $150 USD per month.
Which area to base yourself
Canggu is the best base if fitness is a priority and you want options. Ubud makes sense if yoga or cycling is your main focus and you prefer a quieter environment. Seminyak has some yoga studios and a couple of gyms, but the nightlife focus of the area means the fitness culture is less developed.
Avoid Kuta if you are serious about training. The gym options are limited and the general environment does not support a consistent routine.
The RoamFit editorial team researches and maintains Thailand's fitness directory. We combine verified Google data, on-the-ground knowledge of gyms, Muay Thai camps and studios, and hands-on testing to help expats, health tourists and locals train anywhere in the country. Every guide is fact-checked against the listings in our directory.
