Student Gyms Oslo 2026: Complete Price Guide
✓Updated: February 2026 • Prices shown are indicative starting prices and may vary by location and promotions
TL;DR
- •Cheapest: SiO (Student welfare) - FREE or 200-300 NOK/semester at select universities
- •Budget: Evo Fitness - 299 NOK/month, no student discount needed (already cheap)
- •Best value: SATS Student - 479 NOK/month (20% off, includes sauna)
- •Flexible: Fresh Fitness Student - 339 NOK/month, 3-month binding only
- •No binding: Evo (299 NOK) and Fitness24Seven (349 NOK) - cancel anytime
Oslo students have excellent gym options ranging from free university facilities to discounted commercial memberships. This guide compares all student gym prices, discount requirements, facilities, and contract terms to help you find the best value for your budget.
🎓SiO Student Welfare Gyms (FREE - 300 NOK)
| SiO Gym | Price | Location | Facilities | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SiO Athletica | FREE for UiO students | Blindern | Full gym, group classes | 06:00-23:00 |
| SiO Kringsja | 200-300 NOK/semester | Kringsja studentby | Basic equipment | 06:00-23:00 |
Budget Gyms (No Student Discount Needed)
| Gym | Student Price | Binding | Sauna | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evo Fitness | No discount (already cheapest) | None | No | 24/7 |
| Fitness24Seven | 299 NOK/mnd | None | No | 24/7 |
Gyms with Student Discounts
| Gym | Regular | Student | Discount | Sauna | Binding |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SATS Student | 599 NOK/mnd | 479 NOK/mnd | 20% | Yes (most locations) | 12 months |
| Fresh Fitness Student | 449 NOK/mnd | 339 NOK/mnd | 24% | Select locations | 3 months |
| Elixir Student | 649 NOK/mnd | 499 NOK/mnd | 23% | Yes | 6-12 months |
Money-Saving Tips for Students
- 💰Use SiO first: If you're a UiO student, SiO Athletica is free - no reason to pay commercial
- 💰Avoid 12-month contracts: Students move often. Choose Evo (no binding) or Fresh (3 mo) for flexibility
- 💰Freeze in summer: If you go home in summer, freeze membership to save 2-3 months of payments
- 💰Need sauna?: Evo saves you 180 NOK/mo vs SATS Student. You can use public saunas (100 NOK) 1-2 times/mo and still save money
- 💰Group training: Find workout partners from your studies to share motivation and tips. Many gyms have student groups
Frequently Asked Questions
SiO Athletica is FREE for UiO (University of Oslo) students - the cheapest option. For students at other universities, Evo Fitness (299 NOK/month, no binding) and Fitness24Seven Student (299 NOK/month) are the cheapest commercial options. Both offer 24/7 access with no long-term contracts.
Yes. All commercial gyms offering student discounts (SATS, Fresh Fitness, Elixir) require valid student ID or proof of enrollment when signing up. Some gyms verify annually. SiO gyms require active student status at partner universities (UiO, OsloMet, etc.).
Yes. International students with valid Norwegian student ID qualify for all student discounts. SiO gyms are available to all students enrolled at partner universities (UiO, OsloMet, NMBU, etc.) regardless of nationality. Commercial gyms (SATS, Fresh Fitness) accept international student cards.
Yes. Evo Fitness (299 NOK/month) and Fitness24Seven (299 NOK/month with student discount) have no binding - cancel anytime with 1 month notice. Fresh Fitness Student requires only 3 months binding. SATS Student requires 12 months but offers better facilities (sauna, classes).
SATS Student (479 NOK/month) includes sauna at most Oslo locations. Fresh Fitness Student (339 NOK/month) has saunas at select locations. Elixir Student (499 NOK/month) includes premium sauna facilities. Budget options (Evo 299 NOK, Fitness24Seven 299 NOK) do NOT have saunas.
SATS Student (479 NOK/month) offers free introduction sessions, group classes, and personal training consultations - best for beginners wanting guidance. Fresh Fitness Student (339 NOK/month) also offers classes with shorter 3-month commitment. For self-directed training, Evo (299 NOK) provides all essential equipment at lowest cost.
Yes, but policies vary. SATS allows 1-3 months freeze per year (free or small fee). Fresh Fitness and Evo typically allow freezing for 50-99 NOK/month. SiO memberships are semester-based, so you only pay during active semesters. Check specific gym's freeze policy before signing up.
SiO Athletica at Blindern is FREE for University of Oslo (UiO) students included in semester fees. Other SiO gyms (Kringsja, Kringsjå) charge 200-300 NOK per semester. Students at OsloMet, NMBU, and other partner schools have access but pricing varies by location and university agreement.