The word “vacation” may conjure visions of do-nothing days filled with slacking along the shores or basking by the pool, but it’s no excuse to let healthy habits fall to the wayside (even if you do sneak a cheat here and there). A big part of the appeal of the Golden Isles is based on our unspoiled location and the pristine beauty of the island destinations that make up the Southern Georgia coastal cluster – and it’s not simply meant to be admired from afar! Instead of multi-slacking, opt for multi-goaling on your next Golden Isles getaway, adding a little fitness to your beach escape!
Get out there and get active! There’s nothing like starting your day with an early morning stroll or yoga session on the beach, where the salty breezes and frothy waves rush to greet you. You can spend a full day seeking out the hidden gems of the island chain via bicycle, or rent a kayak for new perspectives on your path to discovery. If your ideal workout includes sports courts or a little competitive challenge, consider an afternoon of golf or tennis. At the end of the day, relax it all away as you unwind at a local spa – the perfect reward for a hard day’s play!
Of course, there are plenty of options available for more structured exercise as well. If you’re looking to mingle with other health-conscious islanders, why not check out a local gym? The Golden Isles is home to a range of fitness facilities offering cardio training to yoga classes, and everything in-between. Many even offer virtual workouts and training sessions that you can access for free from the comfort of your vacation rental, or anywhere along the island chain from your mobile device. If you want a little guidance without the social experience, in the setting of your choice, it doesn’t get much better than this!
St. Simons Island Area Gyms And Fitness Clubs
Anytime Fitness
16 Boardwalk Drive, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522 • (912) 434-6446
Membership-based fitness club with more than 3,000 locations for 24/7 access. State-of-the-art equipment for cardio, strength training, and more. Expert personal training, specialized classes, and coaching services available.
Atlantis Fitness & Pilates
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2481 Demere Road #101, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522 • (912) 222-7824
Atlantis Fitness & Pilates is a boutique studio that promotes total body wellness through an original 8 Limb Philosophy on ‘True Fitness’. Each class is different, focusing on multiple limbs to help you achieve your goals.
Bailey’s Gym
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57 Glynn Plaza, Brunswick, GA 31520 • (912) 280-9996
Bailey’s Gym is a 24-hour, 36,000 square foot facility with a group fitness studio, locker room with saunas, tanning beds, weight training with free weights and resistance machines, athletic training, boxing room, children’s play area, and more.
Balance Wellness Studio
2481 Demere Road #100, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522 • (912) 634-4747
Balance Wellness Studio focuses on alternative health services through small, intimate group classes for yoga, barre, Feldenkrais®, and Yamuna® body rolling for a balance in body, mind, and spirit. Classes are available 7 days per week. No membership is required.
BodyworX Studio
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124 Chapel Crossing Road, Brunswick, Georgia 31525 • (912) 554-2002
Doctor-supervised weight-loss and nutrition planning, as well as massage therapy. Certified Trainer/Coach-led workouts. KidsWorX functional fitness programs available for children at all fitness levels.
The Brick
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20 Airport Plaza, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522 • (912) 268-2829
The Brick is a 6,600 square foot facility offering martial arts, tumbling, group fitness, and more for both adults and children.
Brunswick Family Fitness
275 Palisade Drive, Brunswick, GA 31523 • (912) 342-7051
Membership-based fitness club with 365/24/7 access to strength and cardio equipment, group fitness classes, and tanning services. Classes are included free with active membership, or non-members pay only $5 per class. Single-day passes available.
The Club
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2929 Demere Road, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522 • (912) 638-5600
42,000 square foot facility with more than 300 group fitness classes per month. Exceptional inventory of top-of-the-line equipment and offerings, including circuit training, free weights, cycling, yoga, massage therapy, steam rooms, saunas, whirlpools, basketball, racquetball, ropes course, swimming, and more!
Crossfit St. Simons
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50 Aviator Plaza, Unit 101, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522 • (912) 226-3925
CrossFit is a fitness program designed using constantly varied, functional movements at high intensity to improve your well being.
Live Oak Fitness
545 Skylane Road, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522 • (912) 268-2594
Live Oak Fitness is an exclusively private, one-on-one, personal training studio offering help with goal accountability, nutrition, exercise, endurance, and physical rehabilitation from illness or injury. Group classes and Pilates also available!
Omcore Yoga & Body
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1624 Frederica Road, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522 • (912) 230-2287
The only boutique studio in the Golden Isles area to offer Hot Yoga, Omcore Barre, and indoor cycle classes designed to bring ultimate strength, flexibility, and balance to the body, mind, and heart.
Planet Fitness
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167 Mall Blvd, Brunswick, GA 31525 • (912) 289-0550
Membership-based fitness club with more than 2,000 locations. Certified trainers offer guidance and instruction across numerous programs and equipment.
