InsidePanamaComparisons
Want to get back into shape when arriving in Panama City? Comparison of the 5 gym chains most used by expats — monthly rates, 24/7 access, classes, equipment quality, languages spoken.
Updated : May 2026
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| Service | Score | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
 CrossFit Casco AntiguoBox CrossFit HQ-affiliated, Casco Viejo. Communauté expat internationale. | 4.6 | 145 USD | |
Power ClubWinnerMulti-clubs (8+), milieu de gamme, équipement Technogym, cours collectifs inclus. | 4.5 | 50 USD | See offer ↗ |
Iron StrongCosta del Este. Hybride musculation + functional. Communauté athlétique. | 4.3 | 70 USD | |
Anytime FitnessChaîne globale, accès 24/7 par badge. Idéal expat avec horaires irréguliers. | 4.2 | 65 USD | See offer ↗ |
Smart FitLe moins cher. Salles très denses, basique mais fonctionnel. Plusieurs sites. | 4.0 | 28 USD | See offer ↗ |
CrossFit Casco Antiguo
4.6
Box CrossFit HQ-affiliated, Casco Viejo. Communauté expat internationale.
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Power Club
4.5
Multi-clubs (8+), milieu de gamme, équipement Technogym, cours collectifs inclus.
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Iron Strong
4.3
Costa del Este. Hybride musculation + functional. Communauté athlétique.
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Anytime Fitness
4.2
Chaîne globale, accès 24/7 par badge. Idéal expat avec horaires irréguliers.
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Smart Fit
4.0
Le moins cher. Salles très denses, basique mais fonctionnel. Plusieurs sites.
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Our pick
For a balanced expat: Power Club offers the best price-equipment-location combo. 8+ clubs in Panama City, ~$50/month, classes included, modern Technogym/Life Fitness, clean lockers. Fluent English at Costa del Este and Multiplaza branches.
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Smart Fit (basic): $25-30/month. Power Club (mid): $45-65/month. Iron Strong: $60-80/month. Anytime Fitness: $55-80/month. CrossFit Casco / boxes: $130-160/month (unlimited classes). Hotel gym: $80-150/month (luxury). Personal trainer: $25-50/session.
Yes: Anytime Fitness (Costa del Este, Multiplaza) — 24/7 badge access. Power Club "Premium" (some Costa del Este branches) opens 5am-11pm, near 24/7. Smart Fit closes 11pm. CrossFit Casco runs on booked slots (5 classes/day).
CrossFit Casco Antiguo (Casco Viejo): CrossFit HQ-affiliated box, international community, English coaches. CrossFit Marbella: smaller, good local vibe. Iron Strong (Costa del Este): half-functional half-musculation, good for hybrids.
Smart Fit: no commitment (monthly). Power Club: 6 or 12 months (20-30% off vs monthly). Anytime Fitness: 12-month standard. CrossFit Casco: quarterly or monthly no-commit (pricier). Always negotiate no-commit on arrival — many accept.
Power Club Costa del Este + Multiplaza: yes, several English-speakers (often Venezuelan, Cuban expat experience). Smart Fit: mostly Spanish. Anytime Fitness: international team, fluent English. CrossFit Casco: bilingual or native English coaches.
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