Gyms & Fitness in Templestowe — 2026 Guide

Finding the right gym is like finding a good GP — you need to try a few

Best Gyms

Blue House (260 Pine Lane) — Reliable and consistent in Templestowe. Recently renovated. Popular with locals for good reason.

Tall Mill — 248 Nicholson Road

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. Pricing is transparent — no hidden fees. Rating: ★★★½☆.

Cleo’s (191 Nicholson Road) — Worth knowing about in Templestowe. Established in 2024. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful.

Boutique Studios

Old Lane — 283 Henry Lane

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★½.

The Honest Union (204 Nicholson Road) — One of the better ones in Templestowe. Established in 2017. Popular with locals for good reason.

The Old Room (380 Henry Lane) — Reliable and consistent in Templestowe. Open daily. Not flashy, just good at what they do.

Outdoor Fitness

Rex — 200 Pine Lane

A newer addition that has earned its place. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★★☆.

The Golden Cellar — 226 Pine Lane

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★½☆.

The Little Quarter (180 Henry Lane) — One of the better ones in Templestowe. Check their website for current hours. Popular with locals for good reason.

Swimming Pools

High Mill — 213 Henry Lane

Been around long enough that quality is consistent. Book ahead on weekends. Rating: ★★★★☆.

Cleo’s — 309 Pine Lane

Been around long enough that quality is consistent. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★★.

Pricing Guide

Mia’s — 228 Pine Lane

The go-to option for most locals. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★½.

Happy Store (7 Henry Lane) — Worth knowing about in Templestowe. Established in 2021. Prices are competitive.

Quick Reference

Category	Details
Suburb	Templestowe
Region	Melbourne East
Character	Down-to-earth, multicultural, accessible
Transport	Public transport options in Templestowe
Coffee price	$4.50-5.00
Dinner out	$22-38 pp

Tips for Residents

Save the council number. For Templestowe, your local council handles everything from noise complaints to hard rubbish collection. Their website has online forms for most requests — it is faster than calling.
Join local groups. The Templestowe Facebook group and community boards are where you’ll find out about events, lost pets, and neighbourhood news before it hits the papers. Also check Nextdoor for hyperlocal updates.
Support local. The businesses on Sydney Parade are what give Templestowe its character. Use them or lose them — every dollar spent locally recirculates in the suburb economy.
Know the parking rules. Most streets around Sydney Parade are 2-hour metered zones Mon-Fri. Side streets are unrestricted after 6pm and on weekends. The council does ticket — don’t push your luck.
Bin schedule. Green lid (general waste) is weekly. Yellow lid (recycling) and green waste alternate fortnightly. Hard rubbish collection is booked through the council — you get 4 free pickups per year.
Report issues. Potholes, graffiti, damaged footpaths, illegal dumping — report through the council’s Snap Send Solve app or their website. They actually fix things when they’re reported.

Detailed Area Guide

Getting Around

Public transport options in Templestowe. Most daily errands in Templestowe can be done on foot if you live near the main strip. For supermarkets and bulk shopping, a car or rideshare is more practical. Cycling infrastructure is improving with new bike lanes on Sydney Parade.

Shopping & Errands

The main commercial strip along Sydney Parade covers most basics: pharmacy, post office, newsagent, and several takeaway options. For major grocery shopping, there’s a Woolworths within walking distance. There is a small fresh produce market on weekends.

Weather & Seasons

Melbourne weather applies: dress in layers, keep an umbrella in the car, and never trust a sunny morning. Templestowe is sheltered by tree cover in the residential streets. The parks are best in autumn (March-May) and spring (September-November). Summer evenings are genuinely pleasant here — long daylight, outdoor dining, and the neighbourhood comes alive.

Seasonal highlights: Spring markets and outdoor events run September through November. The community garden is active year-round.

Cost of Living Quick Reference

General daily costs in Templestowe: coffee $4.50-5.00, brunch $17-25, dinner out $22-38 per person. For more detailed pricing across all categories, see our Templestowe Cost of Living Guide.

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Last updated: March 2026

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