You’ve spent the morning on Ipanema beach, and your hotel gym is a treadmill and light dumbbells. You want a proper session before dinner, without a membership.
Yes: as of September 2026, 27 Rio de Janeiro gyms on Daily Sweat sell a day pass (a diária in Portuguese) for R$ 29.90 to R$ 273, typically R$ 29.90, roughly US$6 at September 2026 exchange rates. You pay in person: 14 sell it at the front desk, and Smart Fit takes cards at a self-service totem. The catch is that Smart Fit prices vary by branch: travellers have paid R$ 40–R$ 49.90 in Ipanema and Copacabana, so confirm the price and carry your passport.
Smart Fit accounts for 16 of those 27 gyms and Bodytech for 3 at the premium end. This guide covers Copacabana, Ipanema, Botafogo, Flamengo and Laranjeiras, where visitors tend to stay. For the full list, see every Rio de Janeiro gym with a day pass, or browse gyms across Brazil.
Prices and policies come from Daily Sweat’s listings as of September 2026. Each gym’s page shows where its price came from and when it was last checked — confirm before you travel, especially in peak season.
Rio de Janeiro gym day passes at a glance
As of September 2026, this shortlist runs from R$ 29.90 at Smart Fit to R$ 273 at Bodytech, with independents at R$ 35–R$ 80.
| Gym | Area | Day pass | Useful for | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Fit | 16 branches, Copacabana to Laranjeiras | R$ 29.90 typical; R$ 40–R$ 49.90 in tourist areas | A cheap workout, long hours | Price varies by unit; card at the totem |
| Beach Club Fitness | Ipanema | R$ 35; R$ 50 during Carnival | A budget evening session | Opens 4pm on weekdays |
| Power Gym Botafogo | Botafogo | R$ 40 | Old-school strength training | Closed Sunday |
| Forma Fitness Copacabana | Copacabana | R$ 50 | Machine-heavy sessions | Daily or monthly rates only |
| Balance Fitness | Copacabana | R$ 50 | A small gym with showers | Busy 10–11am, reviewers say |
| Academia Exata | Botafogo | R$ 60; R$ 180 a week | Pool, showers and lockers | Closed Sunday |
| New Heavy Duty Academy | Copacabana | R$ 80 | Free weights, open daily | An older quote was R$ 50 |
| Bodytech | Botafogo (Rio Sul), Ipanema | R$ 185–R$ 273 by unit | A premium club | Rio Sul’s day pass excludes the pool |
Daily Sweat listings: Smart Fit, Beach Club Fitness, Power Gym Botafogo, Forma Fitness Copacabana, Balance Fitness, Academia Exata, New Heavy Duty Academy and Bodytech.
1. Smart Fit: a budget workout in Copacabana, Ipanema and Botafogo
Consider it if: you want a cheap workout with long weekday hours near where you’re staying.
Smart Fit has 16 day-pass listings in Copacabana, Ipanema, Botafogo, Humaitá, Flamengo and Laranjeiras, with a typical diária of R$ 29.90, paid by card at a self-service totem. The price varies by unit.
That rate isn’t confirmed branch by branch; traveller reviews from tourist-area branches report paying more, at the front desk:
- R$ 40 at the Smart Fit on Rua Barão da Torre 398, Ipanema (January 2026), opposite Praça Nossa Senhora da Paz.
- R$ 49 at Smart Fit Ipanema, Rua Visconde de Pirajá 138 (March 2026).
- R$ 49.90 at the Smart Fit on Av. Nossa Senhora de Copacabana 690 (May 2026), bought with a passport number.
Most units list 5am–11pm on weekdays, 8am–5pm on Saturday and 8am–2pm on Sunday (official site).
2. Beach Club Fitness: a cheap evening workout in Ipanema
Consider it if: you’re staying in Ipanema, train after 4pm and mainly need a rack.
Beach Club Fitness, at Rua Visconde de Pirajá 151 in Ipanema, sells a R$ 35 diária at the front desk, according to a traveller review from March 2026. The same visitor was then charged R$ 50 during Carnival.
It opens 4pm–10pm on weekdays and 9am–3pm on Saturday, and closes on Sunday. The listing shows a power rack but no free weights, and a June 2026 review complained of old, broken equipment and poor hygiene.
3. Power Gym Botafogo: old-school strength training
Consider it if: you want free weights and unusual equipment more than polish.
Power Gym Botafogo sells a R$ 40 diária at the front desk, on the 2nd floor at Rua Voluntários da Pátria 301 in Botafogo. A traveller review from May 2026 called that good value; earlier reviews (2022–23) rated it the best-value proper gym in Rio.
Reviewers describe an old-school gym over three floors with rare equipment and no overcrowding; the listing confirms free weights. Hours are 6am–10pm on weekdays and 10am–3pm on Saturday.
4. Forma Fitness Copacabana: a machine-focused session
Consider it if: you’re in Copacabana and your workout is mostly machines.
Forma Fitness Copacabana, at Rua Barata Ribeiro 489, charges about R$ 50 for a diária at the front desk, per a traveller review from April 2026. It sells only daily or monthly rates.
The reviewer describes an old-school, machine-heavy gym with one squat rack and few free weights; the listing also shows a pool. Hours are 6am–11pm on weekdays, 5pm–8pm on Saturday and 9am–1pm on Sunday (Instagram page).
5. Balance Fitness: a small Copacabana gym with showers
Consider it if: you want a shower after training and can avoid the late-morning rush.
Balance Fitness, at Rua Xavier da Silveira 23 in Copacabana, sold a foreign tourist a R$ 50 diária at the front desk, according to a November 2025 review. An earlier 2025 review reported paying R$ 79.
Reviewers describe a small, busy gym where equipment gets tight from 10 to 11am. The listing confirms showers. Hours are 6am–10pm on weekdays, 9am–1pm on Saturday and 10am–1pm on Sunday.
6. Academia Exata: pool, showers and a weekly pass in Botafogo
Consider it if: you want a modern, full-facility gym and may train more than once.
Academia Exata, at Praia de Botafogo 501, sells a R$ 60 diária or R$ 180 for a week at the front desk, according to a traveller review from July 2026.
The reviewer describes a modern, well-organised gym with a pool, showers and lockers that gets quiet after 1.30pm; parking in the building is expensive. Hours are 6am–10pm on weekdays and 9am–2pm on Saturday, and it’s closed on Sunday (official site).
7. New Heavy Duty Academy: free weights in Copacabana, open daily
Consider it if: you’re in Copacabana and want free weights, even on a Sunday.
New Heavy Duty Academy, at Rua Ministro Viveiros de Castro 157 in Copacabana, charged a R$ 80 walk-in price at the front desk in a traveller review from January 2026. An older comment mentioned R$ 50.
That reviewer said it has everything you need, plus free wifi; the listing confirms free weights. Hours are 6am–10pm on weekdays, 9am–2pm on Saturday and 9am–1pm on Sunday.
8. Bodytech: the premium tier, priced unit by unit
Consider it if: you want a premium club and price isn’t the deciding factor.
Bodytech has 3 day-pass listings in Botafogo and Ipanema, selling a diária at the front desk for R$ 185 to R$ 273, depending on the unit:
- R$ 185 at Bodytech in Shopping Rio Sul, Botafogo (traveller reviews from 2025). Reviewers say sauna hours are restricted and the pool isn’t included.
- R$ 200, or R$ 471 for a week, at Bodytech on Rua Gomes Carneiro 90, Ipanema, as the gym quoted in a 2025 review; entry is by fingerprint.
- R$ 273 at Bodytech on Rua Visconde de Pirajá 365-B, by Praça Nossa Senhora da Paz, Ipanema (February 2026).
All three open 6am–10pm on weekdays. Weekend hours vary by unit, and Visconde de Pirajá closes on Sunday.
How much does a gym day pass cost in Rio de Janeiro?
A gym day pass in Rio de Janeiro costs R$ 29.90 to R$ 273, typically R$ 29.90, as of September 2026. The typical price equals the cheapest because most Smart Fit listings carry the chain’s typical rate.
Of the 27 day-pass gyms, 25 have a listed price. What moves it:
- Tier: Smart Fit’s typical R$ 29.90, independents at R$ 35–R$ 80, Bodytech at R$ 185–R$ 273.
- Branch: travellers have paid R$ 40–R$ 49.90 at Smart Fit in Ipanema and Copacabana.
- Date: Beach Club Fitness charged one visitor R$ 35, then R$ 50 during Carnival.
- Age of the quote: Bodytech on Visconde de Pirajá charged R$ 185 in 2024 and R$ 273 by February 2026.
Bruk Ipanema and The Simple Gym in Botafogo sell day access with no price captured yet. The Simple Gym sells non-member “Day Use” credits per unit on its official site and accepts Wellhub (Silver and above).
How to choose the right Rio de Janeiro gym
Choose by neighbourhood, then equipment, then total cost. The Rio de Janeiro gym map shows every day-pass listing near your hotel.
Start with your neighbourhood
- Copacabana: several Smart Fit units, Forma Fitness, Balance Fitness and New Heavy Duty Academy.
- Ipanema: Smart Fit, Beach Club Fitness, Bruk Ipanema and Bodytech.
- Leblon: no day-pass listing yet; start with the Ipanema gyms around Praça Nossa Senhora da Paz.
- Botafogo and Humaitá: Power Gym Botafogo, Academia Exata, Bodytech in Shopping Rio Sul, The Simple Gym and several Smart Fit units.
- Flamengo and Laranjeiras: Smart Fit on Rua Senador Vergueiro and Rua das Laranjeiras.
Match the equipment to your workout
Of the 27 listings, 6 confirm free weights, 3 a power rack, 3 a pool, 3 showers and 1 a sauna. A missing detail isn’t a no, so ask.
For lifting, Power Gym Botafogo and New Heavy Duty Academy list free weights; for a pool and showers, try Academia Exata.
Compare the total cost
A R$ 49.90 Smart Fit around the corner can beat a R$ 29.90 unit across town. If every option is a long trip, weigh it against your hotel gym.
Day pass or weekly pass?
For most Rio gyms you buy day by day: as of September 2026, only 2 of the 27 day-pass listings show a weekly price.
- Academia Exata: R$ 60 a day or R$ 180 a week, so the week pays off only if you train more than three times.
- Bodytech on Gomes Carneiro: R$ 200 a day or R$ 471 a week, less than three day passes.
- Forma Fitness Copacabana: daily or monthly rates only.
Ask whether a weekly pass (semanal) runs on consecutive days. Our weekly vs monthly pass guide covers the break-even maths.
Rules that catch visitors out in Rio de Janeiro
None of the 27 Rio listings is flagged as cash-only, women-only, or requiring a towel or separate indoor shoes. The surprises are practical:
- Prices change by branch and date. Smart Fit prices each unit; Beach Club Fitness charged R$ 50 during Carnival.
- Carry your passport. A tourist bought a pass with a passport number at the Smart Fit on Av. Nossa Senhora de Copacabana 690.
- Wear proper shoes. The Barão da Torre Smart Fit makes shoes mandatory, so don’t come straight from the beach in sandals.
- Sundays are short. Power Gym Botafogo, Beach Club Fitness, Academia Exata and Bodytech on Visconde de Pirajá close, and Smart Fit units list 8am–2pm.
What to check before leaving your hotel
Confirm the price, how to pay and what ID you need before you set off:
- The diária at that unit, not the chain’s typical rate.
- Your passport, or at least its number.
- That day’s hours, especially on Saturday afternoon and Sunday.
Pack trainers and a towel; our carry-on gym packing list covers the rest. If anything is unclear, message the gym:
Hello, I’m visiting Rio de Janeiro and would like to train on [date]. What is your diária (day-pass) price, how can I pay, and do I need my passport? Are showers and lockers included?
Vocês vendem diária? (“Do you sell a day pass?”)
New to buying passes abroad? Read how to find a gym day pass while travelling.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a gym day pass in Rio de Janeiro?
As of September 2026, a gym day pass (diária) in Rio de Janeiro costs R$ 29.90 to R$ 273, typically R$ 29.90, across the 25 gyms on Daily Sweat with a listed price. Smart Fit's typical rate is R$ 29.90, independent gyms charge R$ 35–R$ 80, and Bodytech charges R$ 185–R$ 273 depending on the unit.
Can tourists use a gym in Rio de Janeiro without a membership?
Yes. As of September 2026, 27 gyms in Rio de Janeiro listed on Daily Sweat sell a single-visit day pass to non-members, including 16 Smart Fit and 3 Bodytech branches. You pay at the gym: at the front desk or, at Smart Fit, by card at a self-service totem.
What is the cheapest gym day pass in Rio de Janeiro?
Smart Fit, with a typical diária of R$ 29.90 as of September 2026, although its price varies by unit and travellers have paid R$ 40–R$ 49.90 at branches in Ipanema and Copacabana. The cheapest independent gym is Beach Club Fitness in Ipanema at R$ 35, which charged one visitor R$ 50 during Carnival.
Do I need a passport to buy a gym day pass in Rio de Janeiro?
Carry it. In May 2026 a tourist bought a day pass at the Smart Fit on Av. Nossa Senhora de Copacabana 690 using a passport number, and the Smart Fit on Rua Barão da Torre in Ipanema uses a foreigner check-in system that is sometimes down.
Is there a weekly gym pass in Rio de Janeiro?
Yes, at 2 of the 27 day-pass gyms on Daily Sweat as of September 2026. Academia Exata in Botafogo sells R$ 60 a day or R$ 180 a week, and Bodytech on Rua Gomes Carneiro in Ipanema quoted R$ 200 a day or R$ 471 a week.
Find a Rio de Janeiro gym that fits your trip
Daily Sweat keeps every Rio de Janeiro gym with a confirmed day pass on one page, with the price, how to buy, opening hours and facilities for each. Start with the Rio de Janeiro gym list to filter by facility, or open the map to see what is near your hotel, then confirm visitor hours and ID rules with the gym before you set off.
Search a city and use the map to find convenient options. Where available, listings show day-pass and weekly prices, how to buy access, facilities, opening hours, photos, and visitor notes. You can compare nearby alternatives and use website or map links to plan your visit. Chain pages show every branch of a brand with a confirmed pass, and day pass prices compares typical costs by country and city.
Daily Sweat is free to browse, and you don’t need an account to search. It’s a directory: you buy access through the gym or the booking option described in its listing.
Some details will still need checking, particularly when a price is missing or your visit depends on a specific facility. Traveller contributions and corrections help keep the information useful.
The aim is simple: spend less time figuring out where you can train, and more time enjoying the place you came to visit.
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Browse gymsChain policies referenced were read from the linked official pages in September 2026 and can change; always check the branch you plan to visit.