I recently spent two weeks visiting several clubs in Palma’s city center and surrounding areas to find membership options, and I’ve compiled the pricing information for your reference. While Mallorca’s cost of living is certainly high, there’s a good variety of clubs available, ranging from budget-friendly gyms to high-end private establishments.
Fitness Club Price Comparison
Let’s start with the most common option: gyms. DIR Palma in the city center is a chain brand with monthly fees ranging from €45-60, including basic equipment areas and group classes. Annual memberships are cheaper, around €480. They often run promotions like waiving the first month’s fee or offering complimentary personal training sessions. Anytime Fitness, the 24-hour operation type, starts at €65 per month but offers flexible hours.
Suburban gyms are much more affordable. Local small gyms near Son Moix, for instance, may charge only €25-35 per month, as discussed in this Palma ham price guide. While facilities are simpler, they’re perfectly adequate for basic cardio and weight training. Note that some gyms’ monthly fees don’t include locker usage, so be sure to ask about this separately.
Ball Sports Clubs
Tennis club prices vary even more widely. Established clubs like Club de Tenis Palma charge annual fees of €800-1200, not including court booking fees. Each court reservation costs an additional €10-15 per hour. I initially thought membership meant unlimited free play, but it turns out the membership fee only grants you the privilege to book courts.
| Club Type | Monthly Range | Annual Discount | Additional Fees |
|---|
| Chain Gyms | €45-65 | €480-700 | Lockers, PT |
| Local Gyms | €25-40 | €280-450 | Minimal |
| Tennis Clubs | €70-100 | €800-1200 | Court fees |
| Golf Courses | €150-300 | €2000-4500 | Green fees, carts |
Golf is even more expensive. Courses like Son Gual and Alcanada have annual membership fees starting at €2500, with premium options reaching €4000-5000. However, if you only play occasionally, paying green fees directly is more cost-effective at around €80-120 per round.
Social Clubs
There are also comprehensive social clubs, such as Real Club Náutico sailing club, with annual fees around €1500. These clubs offer not just sports facilities but also restaurants, bars, and event spaces, focusing more on social networking. They’re suitable for those needing business networking or wanting to integrate into local high-end circles.
My advice is to start with a monthly membership to gauge your usage frequency before committing to an annual plan. Many people impulsively buy annual memberships only to visit a few times per year, wasting money. Also, watch for promotions during summer and before Christmas, when significant discounts are typically offered. If you have other club recommendations or pricing information, particularly regarding Palma living costs and [Porsche Palma pricing], please feel free to share.
