Snap Fitness 24/7 Bush Inn, on Riccarton Road, has been a fixture in the Upper Riccarton community since first opening in the aftermath of the Christchurch earthquakes in 2011, giving local families round the clock access to a modern gym.
Members enjoy 24/7 access to cardio, strength and functional training equipment, plus free group fitness classes for all levels, personal training, and recovery facilities including Normatec Compression boots free for all members after a tough leg day. In July 2023, the club completed a significant refurbishment, moving into a new, larger 450 square metre space after new owners took over in November 2022 and set about revitalising a gym that had faced the impact of Covid restrictions and an ageing facility beforehand. The six week renovation involved knocking down walls and laying 300 heavy rubber tiles, giving the club a fresh look and updated equipment.
Reviewers consistently describe a friendly, non judgemental atmosphere well suited to complete beginners, with personal trainers specifically praised for making new members feel safe and supported while building confidence and skills. Free parking is available around the front, side and back of the building, with unlimited time parking at the back for members wanting a longer session.
Guests are welcome during staffed hours for a casual visit, and members referring a friend receive two weeks free membership. Bookings for group fitness classes are made through the Snap App.
For more on sports and fitness options across Upper Riccarton, see our Sports, Fitness & Swimming page, and our Upper Riccarton suburb page for the fuller local picture. You can also visit the Snap Fitness Bush Inn website directly for current membership options.
Families with a working parent wanting to fit a workout in before or after standard hours often find the 24/7 access especially useful, since a gym with limited staffed hours would rule out an early morning or late evening session.
Given the gym’s own recent refurbishment and change in ownership, families who tried it before 2023 may find it worth a fresh look given the updated equipment and facilities.
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