5 Best Gyms in Downtown, Iowa City IA
Updated 29 September 2026 · 13 gyms in Downtown, Iowa City IA considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers five gyms and fitness clubs serving Downtown Iowa City, for students, residents and visitors deciding where to train. The ranking uses Google rating weighted by how many people left one, so each pick is backed by a real volume of reviews. Thirteen qualifying businesses were considered. The list spans a 24-hour gym, boxing clubs, CrossFit and a gymnastics center for children, with hours, addresses and what reviewers mention.
#1
Fifth Street Fitness
★ 4.9 (533 Google reviews)Gym
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Fifth Street Fitness is at 808 5th St #1 in Coralville and is open 24 hours every day, with membership required. Reviewers describe a clean, well-maintained space with plenty of room, regularly upgraded equipment and a focused, supportive atmosphere. Newcomers and traveling visitors mention a friendly welcome and tour. Showers, free parking and an LGBTQ+ friendly and transgender safe space listing are included.
Best for: Round-the-clock training with good equipment
- Address
- 808 5th St #1, Coralville, IA 52241, United States
- Hours
- daily Open 24 hours
#2
ICOR Boxing Club
★ 5 (122 Google reviews)Gym
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ICOR Boxing Club at 1107 S Riverside Dr is a professional boxing gym with a real ring, plus fitness classes for different levels. It is open around the clock Tuesday through Thursday, with long hours on other days. Reviewers mention caring coaches who teach sportsmanship, well-kept equipment, an inclusive environment and community work including programs for people with Parkinson's. Membership is required.
Best for: Boxing skills and inclusive fitness classes
- Address
- 1107 S Riverside Dr, Iowa City, IA 52246, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12 am–11:30 pm; Mon 5 am–11:30 pm; Sat 6 am–8 pm; Sun 6 am–5 pm; Thu Open 24 hours; Tue Open 24 hours; Wed Open 24 hours
#3
CrossFit Kilo II
★ 5 (98 Google reviews)Gym
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CrossFit Kilo II is at 860 S Capitol St, open daily with weekday hours from 5 am to 9 pm and weekends from 7 am to 6 pm. Reviewers describe a welcoming community for beginners and advanced athletes, coaches who help with form and scaling, and a big space with a sauna. Drop-in visitors from out of town mention a well-programmed workout. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are listed.
Best for: CrossFit for all levels, drop-ins
- Address
- 860 S Capitol St, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5 am–9 pm; Mon 5 am–9 pm; Sat 7 am–6 pm; Sun 7 am–6 pm; Thu 5 am–9 pm; Tue 5 am–9 pm; Wed 5 am–9 pm
#4
VIBE Boxing Fitness
★ 4.9 (37 Google reviews)Fitness center
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VIBE Boxing Fitness is a fitness center at 1131 S Gilbert St #5, identified as Black-owned and offering active military discounts. Reviewers mention challenging 45-minute classes, motivating instructors, dynamic lighting and a social atmosphere among members. Hours start at 5 am on weekdays, with shorter weekend windows. Wi-Fi, LGBTQ+ friendly and transgender safe space listings, and a good-for-kids attribute are included.
Best for: High-energy boxing-style group workouts
- Address
- 1131 S Gilbert St #5, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5 am–9 pm; Mon 5 am–10 pm; Sat 8 am–2 pm; Sun 9 am–12 pm; Thu 5 am–10 pm; Tue 5 am–10 pm; Wed 5 am–10 pm
#5
Iowa Gym-Nest Iowa City
★ 4.8 (45 Google reviews)Gymnastics club
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Iowa Gym-Nest Iowa City is a gymnastics club at 545 Olympic Ct aimed at children, open weekday evenings from 4 to 8 pm Monday through Thursday and Saturday mornings. Reviewers mention well-maintained equipment, child-focused instructors with teaching backgrounds, and a mix of coach ages that helps kids connect. Several families mention hosting birthday parties there. Membership is required.
Best for: Kids gymnastics and birthday parties
- Address
- 545 Olympic Ct, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States
- Hours
- Fri Closed; Mon 4–8 pm; Sat 9 am–12 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 4–8 pm; Tue 4–8 pm; Wed 4–8 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 13 gyms in Downtown, Iowa City IA 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
- Fifth Street 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?
Fifth Street Fitness ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 533 reviews. ICOR Boxing Club is second at 5 from 122 reviews.
Which gyms in Downtown, Iowa City IA are open late?
Fifth Street Fitness and ICOR Boxing Club are listed as open 24 hours.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Fifth Street Fitness.
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