Almaty - Post Report Question and Answers
What kinds of gyms or other sports/workout facilities are available? Are they expensive?
There are few gym chains here, Royal Fitness, Invictus and some others. I pay about 1500$ for annual membership. There is a pool, sauna and group classes included. There is a small gym at one of our office buildings. Lots of yoga, dance studios and other activities, prices vary. People are active here and locals love going to gyms, hike and ski and ice skate in winter. - Sep 2023
Lots of gyms are available - Kazakhs are really into working out. They are expensive, so be prepared to spend money for a membership. Costs run from about US$85 per month to US$300 per month depending on the gym. One of the two USG office spaces has a gym, but it is depressing. - Aug 2015
Yes, but expensive. USAID building has one. But, I have never used it because we live far away. - Jul 2013
Yes, very expensive health clubs and gyms at hotels. It's better to bring your own workout equipment and do this at home! - Feb 2013
Gyms are extremely expensive in Almaty. A 1-time pool visit will cost about $40 USD.Memberships can be more than $2000/yr. It's definitely better to bring exercise equipment with you or avail yourself of the mountains out your door. - May 2012
Yes, but expensive. Also, some public outdoor tennis courts (not expensive, but indoor courts are pricey) and also a very nice golf course open to non-members (expensive--$100 or so for a round). - Mar 2010
