At Ruben's Health and Fitness

Quit my previous gym (big chain) during the lockdown and the thought of dealing with a slimy gym salesman turned me off. Wife and I took the plunge and joined Ruben’s as we wanted to get fit and motivated again and boy am I mightily impressed.

Super friendly and energetic gym that welcomes you from day one, everyone in there looks like they’re having a good time even though it was clear they worked really hard. No posers or grunters, super clean place, wide open floor, and super friendly staff (who kept pushing you to work harder than you think possible). Classes are amazing and they motivate you to go as hard as you can. Playlist is brilliant too.

I’m never a morning person, but I am actually looking forward to go in the mornings now, and gym never feels like a chore but felt like part of the day, just like breakfast.

If you’re looking for a more personal, friendly, motivating, and rewarding gym, look no further

My wife and I are visiting Sydney for two weeks and we're spending ten days in Marrickville. My wife found @ Ruben's for me as they offer a $30/week full access trial pass. I applied (with full disclosure that I'm only here temporarily) and had such a great sign up process with a lovely staff member over the phone. They were completely okay with me joining for seven days at that great price. Since then I've been every day doing boxing classes, most at 545am and also at 930am. I've trained under Sandi, Mandy, Ruben and Silas. All the coaches are awesome and super friendly and encouraging. I love the atmosphere of the gym, real community feel, no fancy stuff, just good equipment, good bag area and lovely people. We're falling in love with Marrickville and @ Ruben's has been a great part of my stay. Highly recommended A+

I joined after the first CoVid lockdown. Being 70, I found other gyms loud and obtrusive. There are a variety of classes I can do, as well as more challenging ones for the younger set. The staff are genuinely friendly and amiable. I will continue as a member and Ng as I can.

The team @Rubens are incredible, knowledgeable, friendly and FUN! The quality personal training really elevated my fitness and the classes were amazing. Highly recommend training here!

I have been a member of gyms across Sydney including the CBD and Ruben’s is the best gym I have been to. No issues with equipment availability, gym equipment is clean and functional, no gym snobs, friendly trainers and atmosphere, Ruben is a lovely owner and has time when you need it. Highly recommend and save for moving suburbs I would still be here. Thanks Ruben and team. Cheers

Great crowd, staff and clients. Good mix of activities. The only gym I would go to in the inner west of Sydney.

The absolute best gym I’ve ever been to. Have been going here with a friend for over a year. So accommodating when the pandemic hit and just wonderful classes and instructors. The place has such a great, non-judgemental, just do your thing, vibe. I used to hate feeling like I needed to be perfect to even sign up to other gyms. At Ruben’s everyone is welcome. The friendliness doesn’t just stop with the great, passionate, loveable staff. The other gym members have been just as fabulous. It’s not just fitness and health at Ruben’s but an entire community. A big thank you to the whole team, and Ruben in particular, for all the fun times.

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my time here. The staff were always super friendly and approachable, as well as the classes always being dynamic and challenging!

The best gym I’ve been a member of! Staff are fantastic. Equipment is kept neat and clean. The crowd is super friendly and positive (no gronks!). Highly recommend.

I thoroughly enjoy my time at Rubens gym. I’ve never felt confident at gyms but the energy and friendliness at Rubens certainly helped me feel part of the gym! You guys are legends.

I love this gym! Ruben and his team are incredibly friendly, professional and passionate about their work. I have always felt so welcomed and supported, and the staff have consistently dedicated themselves to helping me achieve my fitness goals, without pushing me to do anything I’m not comfortable with. I genuinely feel at home at Ruben’s gym and love being part of their community. Since becoming a member my physical and mental health has improved dramatically. The online membership has also been invaluable. Highly recommended!

I have been a member here for the past 6 years and they have created a great community vibe, great trainers who are supportive and offer great advice and support towards any fitness goals you may have. A wide variety of classes each day that keep you motivated. Highly recommend as the go to gym in the Inner West.

When my partner and I were looking to move back to the Inner West last year and he showed me apartments that weren’t within walking distance, my response was ‘. But.but. Ruben’s? ’. When returning to your old gym, you question, ‘will it be the same!? ’. It’s better. All the things I loved remained- the phenomenal instructors, the feeling of community, the great facilities with zero pretentiousness, awesome classes - and now, even more of them! Everyone is incredibly encouraging and the instructors really know the boundaries when it comes to pushing you beyond your perceived limitations of yourself, without putting you at risk of injury. I couldn’t speak more highly of this place!

Friendly boutique gym that isn't super crowded or full of intimidating bros. Class schedule doesn't suit me personally, they're very big on the spin classes. Ruben takes the time to learn your name and say g'day.

I've trained mostly with Ruben, Sandy, Lachie and Tegan and they're all a bunch of legends (shout out to Lachie for adding Missy Elliot and Timbaland to his playlist - real MVP).

They mix up their classes frequently so it's always challenging and you learn something new every week. The gym is always clean, which I love because I've been to some gross ones, and it has everything you need equipment-wise if you're not into classes.

Classes cover everything from cardio to strength to flexibility and mobility (Spin Bikes, Boxing, SFX, Yoga, Pilates etc) and the trainers don't slack off either.

Membership is affordable too. You can go to any class as many times as you want plus have access to the gym and you don't need to sell an organ to do so.

The thing I love most about @Ruben’s is that it doesn’t feel like a typical gym at all. You’re not walking into a simulated nightclub with a competitive vibe and pushy salespeople. You’re walking into a community of friendly people of all ages, sizes and fitness levels having a go and having fun. It reflects the Marrickville community as a whole – diverse, accepting and unpretentious. And the team is WONDERFUL. They know everyone by name, work their butts off and have an infectious enthusiasm. I recommend personal training sessions because it’s personalised and I learned so much. Tegan is the best!

Actually enjoy going to the gym felt part of the Ruben’s team from day one. Excellent selection of classes, at various times of the day (appreciated as a Hospitality worker who isn’t sure what 6am is!)
Great equipment and guidance on how to use it all, with hygiene and cleanliness clearly a top priority.

The staff @Rubens are fantastic and make this gym great. They are always friendly, helpful and extremely knowledgeable. Since becoming a member I’ve met some wonderful locals and made some great friends. Being a member of Ruben’s is like having an extended family.it was one of the things I missed during lockdown. The classes are fun, upbeat and challenging. @Rubens is a fabulous gym.

Absolutely awesome gym. Location is great - just on the way to Marrickville Metro. Parking is easy - making it super convenient. Coffee shops around each of the corners. Class timetable is suitable for when you're working and even if you're not working and want some later classes.

Staff are amazing! Ruben is really personable and makes the gym a great place to visit. Favourite classes for me are boxing, cycle, hard circuit and kettle bells. Could not recommend this place enough. Not pretentious, great mix of people coming in which makes the early mornings easier to attend) I love my fitness and find you can make it work for your goals. Sign up and give it a go as I love it.

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I never thought of myself as a gym person. I like my lounge too much, however, three years ago all that changed. I decided to pop in and check out what was happening inside my local gym. I met Ruben and straight away had a great feeling about him and his business. We got chatting and like a ninja he signed me up. I rocked up the next morning for a spin class (thinking who am I). I had a great time; even if it did almost kill me. I stuck at it, and it got easier, and now the going to the gym is part of who I am. I don’t think I would have persevered if it wasn’t for Ruben and his fantastic team. The feeling of family at Ruben’s makes the early mornings so much easier. I highly recommended checking out what @Ruben’s has to offer!