Best Gyms in Northern Territory Darwin

Just started with the Doreen branch of Anytime Fitness and so far my experience has been excellent. I received a warm welcome from gym manager Joh… Read more

and a follow up call from Elena to see how I was getting on. While the gym is smaller than some, it has all the space and equipment you could need. The gym is set in a pleasant environment, looking out on the Laurimar lakes. Air conditioning helps to make a workout a great experience.

Since joining Fernwood I have had no regrets at all. I love the classes, the members and the staff. Everyone has made me feel so welcome. The… Read more

equipment, rooms and bathrooms are excellent and the location of the gym could not be better. The whole experience has been amazing. Thank you

Would not recommend I've had a series of serious issues with this gym that I feel other members should know about before joining. Billing: I was… Read more

charged $150.00 regarding multiple tailgating allegations, without receiving any prior email reminder or notice. When I raised this, I was met with confrontational and unprofessional messages from staff instead of a proper resolution. Dates informed were incorrect ( as I did NOT attend the gym for 2 weeks due to a death on of a family member followed by sickness ) and the multiple videos were never provided.

Misleading sales tactics: When I signed up, a manager told me the outdated equipment would be replaced with new machines. This never happened, months later the same worn-out equipment is still there. I feel this was used purely as a sales pitch to get me to commit to a membership.

Facility issues:

There is no proper stretching area, making it difficult to warm up or cool down safely. The fan system is defective, gym members often fell off chairs while trying to manually turn the fan on because the controls don't work properly. This is a real safety hazard that hasn't been addressed. Air Conditioners also do not work properly.

Customer service: Staff have been dismissive when issues are raised, and management does not respond or follow up on complaints. It feels like once you've signed the contract, they stop caring about your experience.

Overall, poor communication, broken promises, safety hazards, and unprofessional conduct. I'd think twice before joining.

Love the variety of classes - keeps training exciting and the coaches are knowledgeable, motivating, and genuinely care about your progress and… Read more

wellbeing. What really sets Function Well apart is the community. Everyone is so welcoming and supportive. The recovery facilities are next level and make it easy to balance training with proper rest. If you’re looking for a place that goes beyond just fitness and really supports a healthier lifestyle, Function Well is it. Could not recommend more highly!

It shouldn't be Called World Gym; your Subscription only allows you to use the local branch. They don't make this clear when you sign up. Use Anytime or Genesis. Way better options.

Nice Gym Setup – I have been going to Miami Fitness for some time now. It is one of the quieter gyms on the coast and I am happy with the equipment available and the… Read more

staff. I have been to all the big name brands which offer some pretty bad service so it is a fresh and nice change.

Absolutely filthy gym. Cob webs hanging off fans and walls etc. Equipment constantly broken including fans and aircon – Be kind to yourself and do not go to the gym.

I was asked to provide members feedback and this is how I feel and despite previous contact I have had no response from the Gym. Dear Next Gen Kings… Read more

Park Management,

I am writing further to the recent communication sent to members requesting feedback regarding the club’s facilities and services. While I understand the purpose of the feedback request, I have not completed the online form due to concerns regarding security on my computer. However, as a loyal member of Next Gen for approximately four years, I believe it is important to provide constructive feedback directly and to formally raise my concerns regarding the current state of the club.

I have been a committed member and supporter of the club; however, I am extremely disappointed with the decline in facilities, service availability and the handling of membership charges during periods where the club has not been able to provide the services members are paying for.

In approximately May 2026, members were advised that renovations were underway, including works to the sauna and steam room, and that these facilities would be unavailable during the renovation period. Members were offered the opportunity to place their memberships on hold without an administration fee during this time. Relying on this offer, I placed my membership on hold from approximately mid-May until the end of June.

However, the issues with these facilities were not limited to the renovation period. The steam room had been intermittently unavailable since approximately January 2026, and there had been ongoing issues with the sauna. Furthermore, the air conditioning system was not functioning during the summer months when it was most required. Unfortunately, this appears to have become a recurring issue at the club during summer, which is unacceptable given the impact this has on members’ comfort, safety and ability to exercise effectively.

I note that Next Gen subsequently advised members that the steam room had reopened and that the sauna was expected to be operational by early July. However, despite this communication, the sauna was not functioning as promised. When I attempted to return to the club after my membership hold period, I was advised that the sauna was still not operational. I also understand that when it was intermittently available, the sauna temperature was only approximately 60 degrees, which does not represent a fully operational sauna facility.

As my membership had been placed on hold due to the unavailable facilities, and because the sauna was still not functioning as required, I should not have been charged membership fees during this period. Despite this, I noted that two membership deductions were processed in July while the club was still unable to provide full access to the facilities included as part of the membership.

I find this particularly disappointing. Members should not be expected to continue paying full fees when essential facilities remain unavailable for extended periods. The purpose of placing my membership on hold was specifically because the club could not provide the services I was paying for.

I also wish to raise a separate but equally concerning issue regarding my daughter, Paris. Paris ceased her membership in approximately late April/early May, yet the club has continued attempting to deduct fees from her account. We recently received correspondence stating that Paris had an unsuccessful payment and that there was an outstanding balance on her account, including a warning that a $15 rejection fee would be applied if payment was not made.

This matter was not addressed in your previous communications. Paris was no longer an active member at the time these charges were attempted, and I request that her account be reviewed immediately, all incorrect charges removed, and that no further attempts be made to recover fees for a membership that had already ceased.

In addition to the facility issues, there has been a significant reduction in the group fitness timetable. The HIIT classes, which many members rely upon as a key part of their exercise routine, have been reduced considerably. Weekend classes have been limited, with only an 8:30 am Saturday class available and no Sunday HIIT classes, while some weekday lunchtime classes have also been removed.

These changes have a direct impact on members’ ability to maintain a consistent exercise routine and commitment to their health and wellbeing. The reduction in programming, combined with ongoing facility closures and unreliable services, significantly reduces the value of membership.

I respectfully request the following: A full review and reversal of all membership fees deducted during periods where my membership was placed on hold and the facilities were unavailable/under renovation A refund or appropriate credit for the period from approximately mid-May to the end of July, as the club was unable to provide the facilities and services expected under the membership agreement. Immediate correction of Paris’s account, including removal of any incorrect outstanding balance, attempted deductions and rejection fees. A clear explanation of how Next Gen intends to prevent members being charged during future periods where significant facilities are unavailable. Consideration of restoring sufficient group fitness programming to meet the needs and expectations of members.

I have remained a loyal member for four years and have always valued being part of the Next Gen community. It is therefore disappointing to reach a point where I feel the club’s service standards and communication have fallen significantly below what members should reasonably expect.

I hope Next Gen will treat these concerns seriously and provide a fair resolution, including appropriate reimbursement for the periods where services were unavailable.

I look forward to your response.

[M Favory]