5 Best Gyms in Downtown, Appleton WI
Updated 29 September 2026 · 12 gyms in Downtown, Appleton WI considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers five gyms and fitness centers serving Downtown Appleton, WI, for anyone choosing a place to train, whether that means a large open floor, early-morning hours, small-group coaching or classes. The list is ranked by Google rating, weighted by how many people left one, drawn from 12 qualifying businesses in the area. Each entry sets out hours, address, listed amenities and the themes that come up most in reviews, so you can compare the options that fit your routine.
#1
Crunch Fitness - Appleton
★ 4.8 (1,294 Google reviews)Gym
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Crunch Fitness on S Kensington Dr opens at 4 am on weekdays and stays open until 11 pm Monday through Thursday, with shorter weekend hours starting at 6 am. Reviewers mention a welcoming tour for newcomers, a kind front desk, well-maintained machines and organized weights. A Sunday morning hot yoga class gets specific praise, and others describe an open, clean layout. The parking, entrance and restroom are listed as wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Early risers and group classes
- Address
- 2500 S Kensington Dr, Appleton, WI 54915, United States
- Hours
- Fri 4 am–8 pm; Mon 4 am–11 pm; Sat 6 am–7 pm; Sun 6 am–7 pm; Thu 4 am–11 pm; Tue 4 am–11 pm; Wed 4 am–11 pm
#2
Iron Forge Fitness & Training
★ 5 (150 Google reviews)Fitness center
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Iron Forge on Springfield Dr is a CrossFit-style fitness center that opens at 5 am on weekdays and runs a morning session on Saturdays, closed Sundays. Appointments are required. Reviewers mention knowledgeable coaches, a welcoming community for beginners and people with gym anxiety, and coaches checking in on injured members. Listed amenities include showers, Wi-Fi, free parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities, and it is noted as good for kids.
Best for: Coached CrossFit for beginners
- Address
- W3223 Springfield Dr, Appleton, WI 54915, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5 am–5 pm; Mon 5 am–6:30 pm; Sat 5–11 am; Sun Closed; Thu 5 am–6:30 pm; Tue 5 am–6:30 pm; Wed 5 am–6:30 pm
#3
Planet Fitness
★ 4.7 (899 Google reviews)Gym
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This Planet Fitness on Van Roy Rd runs 24 hours Monday through Thursday, with set hours from Friday to Sunday. Reviewers mention a large supply of weights and machines, so waiting for equipment is rare, and friendly staff who keep the floor clean and organized, including in the very early hours. One longtime member raises a complaint about high humidity during warm months. Parking, entrance and restroom are wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Round-the-clock weekday workouts
- Address
- W3165 Van Roy Rd Ste 7, Appleton, WI 54915, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12 am–10 pm; Mon Open 24 hours; Sat 7 am–7 pm; Sun 7 am–12 am; Thu Open 24 hours; Tue Open 24 hours; Wed Open 24 hours
#4
Burn Boot Camp
★ 5 (126 Google reviews)Gym
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Burn Boot Camp on Express Ct runs morning and late-afternoon sessions on weekdays and a short Saturday morning block, closed Sundays. Membership is required, and child care is listed on site. Reviewers describe a supportive community, motivating trainers and cardio sessions, and mention modifications for injuries and pregnancy. Several members say the program helped them mentally as well as physically. Wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and restroom are listed.
Best for: Parents wanting structured group training
- Address
- 3333 Express Ct, Appleton, WI 54915, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5–10:15 am, 3:30–6:15 pm; Mon 5–10:15 am, 3:30–6:15 pm; Sat 7:30–9:15 am; Sun Closed; Thu 5–10:15 am, 3:30–6:15 pm; Tue 5–10:15 am, 3:30–6:15 pm; Wed 5–10:15 am, 3:30–6:15 pm
#5
VASA Fitness
★ 4.8 (228 Google reviews)Gym
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VASA Fitness sits on S Appleton Rd in Menasha and opens at 4 am most days, running until midnight Monday through Friday. Listed amenities include a sauna, basketball court, child care, showers, Wi-Fi and a free parking lot. Reviewers mention a large, well-designed space, a whirlpool, genuine staff and little trouble finding free machines, while one notes the bathroom is small at busy times. A one-day free pass is mentioned in reviews.
Best for: Amenities like sauna and courts
- Address
- 1700 S Appleton Rd, Menasha, WI 54952, United States
- Hours
- Fri 4 am–12 am; Mon 4 am–12 am; Sat 4 am–10 pm; Sun 7 am–8 pm; Thu 4 am–12 am; Tue 4 am–12 am; Wed 4 am–12 am
How we made this list
We looked at 12 gyms in Downtown, Appleton WI with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by Google rating, weighted by how many people left one. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Planet Fitness is listed as open 24 hours, so it works for a very early or very late visit.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated gym on this list?
Crunch Fitness - Appleton ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 1,294 reviews. Iron Forge Fitness & Training is second at 5 from 150 reviews.
Which gyms in Downtown, Appleton WI are open late?
Planet Fitness is listed as open 24 hours. VASA Fitness stays open until 12 am.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Iron Forge Fitness & Training and VASA Fitness.
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