5 Underrated Gyms in Downtown, Lincoln NE Worth Trying
Updated 11 October 2026 · 16 gyms in Downtown, Lincoln NE considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list highlights gyms and fitness studios in Downtown Lincoln, Nebraska, that have strong Google ratings but fewer than 400 reviews. Each business was rated 4.4 or higher, and 16 qualifying businesses were considered before the five were chosen. The entries summarize each gym's listed category, hours, amenities and the themes reviewers mention most often. Smaller gyms can change class schedules often, so confirm details on the business listing before visiting.
#1
Fly Fitness (NOLNK)
★ 5 (111 Google reviews)Fitness center
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Fly Fitness (NOLNK) is listed as a fitness center at 201 N 13th St with a 5 rating from 111 reviews. Hours include early weekday sessions, midday and evening classes, Saturday morning and Sunday morning. Reviewers mention a boutique studio that feels different from other gyms, a wide variety of classes that keep routines fresh, and instructors who welcome newcomers. Several reviewers describe the community as the main reason they stay. The listing includes wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and toilet.
Best for: Boutique studio classes and community feel
- Address
- 201 N 13th St NOLNK, Lincoln, NE 68508, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6:15–7:30 am, 9 am–5 pm; Mon 6:15–8:30 am, 11:45 am–1:30 pm, 4:15–7:30 pm; Sat 8:45–11 am; Sun 7:45–11 am; Thu 6:15–7:30 am, 11:45 am–1 pm, 5–8 pm; Tue 6:15–7:15 am, 11:45 am–1 pm, 5–8 pm; Wed 6:15–7:30 am, 11:45 am–1:15 pm, 5–6:30 pm
#2
Trinity Fitness Lincoln
★ 5 (57 Google reviews)Gym
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Trinity Fitness Lincoln at 3601 N 25th St Ste a is listed under the Gym category with a 5 rating from 57 reviews. Hours include early weekday sessions, midday and evening slots, a Saturday morning option, and Sunday closed. Reviewers describe CrossFit style functional training, devotional segments before workouts, and a community that encourages members with form tips. Several say they joined after another gym closed. The listing includes wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and toilet.
Best for: Functional fitness with a faith-based community
- Address
- 3601 N 25th St Ste a, Lincoln, NE 68521, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5:25–6:25 am, 10 am–12 pm, 4:30–5:30 pm, 5:45–6:45 pm; Mon 5:25–6:25 am, 10 am–12 pm, 4:30–5:30 pm, 5:45–6:45 pm; Sat 9–10 am; Sun Closed; Thu 5:25–6:25 am, 4:30–5:30 pm, 5:45–6:45 pm; Tue 5:25–6:25 am, 4:30–5:30 pm, 5:45–6:45 pm; Wed 5:25–6:25 am, 10 am–12 pm, 4:30–5:30 pm
#3
Diamond Fitness & Sports Performance
★ 5 (31 Google reviews)Gym
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Diamond Fitness & Sports Performance at 8245 Cody Dr Ste A is listed under the Gym category with a 5 rating from 31 reviews. Hours run early morning to late evening on weekdays and Saturday daytime, with Sunday closed. The listing says it identifies as veteran-owned and women-owned, and it notes online classes, a sauna, showers and free parking. Reviewers mention trainers who know how to develop youth baseball players, adult classes, and Pilates sessions with clear instruction.
Best for: Youth sports training and Pilates
- Address
- 8245 Cody Dr Ste A, Lincoln, NE 68512, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5 am–9:30 pm; Mon 5 am–9:30 pm; Sat 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 5 am–9:30 pm; Tue 5 am–9:30 pm; Wed 5 am–9:30 pm
#4
Fly Fitness (SOLNK)
★ 4.9 (98 Google reviews)Gym
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Fly Fitness (SOLNK) at 5025 Lindberg St Ste 200 is listed under the Gym category with a 4.9 rating from 98 reviews. Hours run early mornings and midday on most weekdays, Saturday morning, and Sunday closed. Reviewers mention cycle, barre, lifting and Pilates, fusion classes that combine cardio and HIIT, and a supportive coaching culture. The listing notes wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and toilet.
Best for: Varied classes including cycle, barre and Pilates
- Address
- 5025 Lindberg St Ste 200, Lincoln, NE 68516, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5:45–7:15 am, 8:15–11 am; Mon 5:45–7:15 am, 8:15–11 am, 5–7:15 pm; Sat 7:15–11:30 am; Sun Closed; Thu 5:15–7:30 am, 8:15–11 am, 4:15–7 pm; Tue 5:15–7:30 am, 8:15–11 am, 4–7 pm; Wed 5:30–7 am, 8:15–11 am, 5–7:15 pm
#5
Movement Academy
★ 4.9 (60 Google reviews)Gym
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Movement Academy at 115 Canopy St Ste 100 is listed under the Gym category with a 4.9 rating from 60 reviews. Hours run from early morning to 9 pm on weekdays, with weekend hours from 6 am to 9 pm. Reviewers mention a welcoming and supportive staff, personal training they describe as strong, a good mix of machines and racks, and locker rooms that make it easy to fit in a workout during the day. Visitors say they felt welcomed on a drop-in visit. The listing includes wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and toilet.
Best for: Drop-in visits and personal training
- Address
- 115 Canopy St Ste 100, Lincoln, NE 68508, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5 am–9 pm; Mon 5 am–9 pm; Sat 6 am–9 pm; Sun 6 am–9 pm; Thu 5 am–9 pm; Tue 5 am–9 pm; Wed 5 am–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 16 gyms in Downtown, Lincoln NE with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then rated 4.4 or higher on Google but with fewer than 400 reviews. 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 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Movement Academy opens at 6 am.
- 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?
Fly Fitness (NOLNK) ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 111 reviews. Trinity Fitness Lincoln is second at 5 from 57 reviews.
Which gyms in Downtown, Lincoln NE are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Diamond Fitness & Sports Performance, at 9:30 pm.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Diamond Fitness & Sports Performance.
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