St Kilda Sea Baths Complex

The St Kilda Sea Baths complex is a much-loved beachfront landmark on Jacka Boulevard, and within it sits the South Pacific Health Club, an award-winning gym and group fitness centre that gives St Kilda one of Melbourne's most striking places to train. Members work out with the bay on their doorstep, then recover in a setting more spa retreat than suburban gym.

The health club pairs a fully equipped training floor with an unusually wide group fitness timetable, including hot yoga, Pilates and Feldenkrais, plus recovery facilities that take full advantage of the seaside location. A heated seawater pool, steam room and hydrotherapy spa let members ease tired muscles after a session, while the broader complex offers oceanfront dining and water-sports operators for those wanting more than a workout.

The vibe is upscale and wellness-led rather than no-frills, suiting locals and city workers who want their training, recovery and outlook all elevated. Recognised repeatedly as Health Club of the Year, South Pacific draws people chasing both serious results and a relaxing experience, and newcomers can test the waters before committing through a short low-cost trial.