Canberra’s best water’s edge workouts
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Keen to trade the treadmill for the shoreline?
While Canberra may lack the surf, it certainly makes up for it with its lakeside vistas—and those in need of a stunning backdrop during their workout are spoilt for choice.
Whether you prefer high-energy rowing, precision pilates, soul-soothing yoga or icy recovery dips, move your next sweat sesh to the water’s edge for a scenic micro-escape (because every rep feels better with a view!)
Red Shed (Black Mountain Peninsula)
On the shores of Black Mountain Peninsula, this state-of-the-art community rowing and wellness hub features rowing programs for all levels and a high-performance gym for building strength and resilience. With its panoramic lake views and on-site cafe, it’s a peaceful sanctuary just minutes from the CBD, designed to inspire wellness and community connection through the transformative power of rowing.
45 John Cardiff Close, Acton | redshed.org.au
Muse Pilates Studio (Kingston)
Tucked underneath the Sapphire building right on the water’s edge, this boutique studio offers an oasis in the middle of a busy day. The luxe space features floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lake, providing a stunning backdrop for their reformer pilates classes. Designed as an antidote to traditional gym culture, Muse offers a relaxed, judgement-free environment where small group sizes ensure personalised attention for everyone, from beginners to seasoned pilates enthusiasts.
1/45 Honeysett View, Kingston | musepilates.com.au
Femme Fit Bootcamp (Tuggeranong or Parkes)
Held at two lakeside locations, Lake Tuggeranong or Lake Burley Griffin, these high-energy workouts embrace fun and fitness, incorporating exciting challenges and games that promise to have you smiling through every squat, burpee and push-up.
25 Parkes Place West, Parkes | femmefitbootcamp.com.au
GROUNDUP (Yarralumla)
This light-filled studio blends reformer pilates, yoga and barre into a holistic wellness experience with stunning lakeside views. The space is beautifully designed, with a calming palette to encourage you to linger beyond your workout, making it the ultimate destination for both high-intensity movement and deep rejuvenation.
43 Alexandrina Drive, Yarralumla | groundup.studio
SOULution Yoga (Belconnen)
Located on the banks of Lake Ginninderra, this lakeside studio offers a diverse schedule of classes. Whether you’re watching the sunrise during a morning flow or unwinding with a lake-view yin practice, it provides a warm and inclusive atmosphere.
Unit 16/5 Soundy Close, Belconnen | soulutionyoga.com
Lakeside recovery spots
Floating Sauna (Yarralumla)
This unique wood-fired sauna sits right on Lake Burley Griffin, featuring large floor-to-ceiling windows for lake views while you sweat, followed by a refreshing cold plunge directly into the lake (should you strike up the courage).
35 Alexandrina Drive, Yarralumla | floatingsauna.com.au
Sauna Float ACT (Belconnen)
Nestled on the Lake Ginninderra foreshore in Belconnen, this studio offers infrared saunas and salt float therapy with a waiting area that overlooks the water. Whether you seek relaxation, detoxification or mental rejuvenation, their carefully curated treatments are designed to foster complete wellness.
9/114 Emu Bank, Belconnen | saunafloatact.com.au
Feature image: GROUNDUP. Supplied.
