Virgin Active is a very popular premium gym chain in South Africa, and Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth) has several well-equipped clubs that offer excellent facilities, group classes, pools, saunas, and modern cardio and strength equipment.
In 2025, membership prices in Gqeberha follow the national Virgin Active pricing structure but are generally in the mid-to-lower range because the local clubs are classified as standard Club access (not Collection or high-end Red in some cases).
Prices vary depending on contract length, access type (off-peak or full), age, and current promotions.
Virgin Active Gym Locations in Gqeberha
There are currently two main Virgin Active clubs in Gqeberha:
Virgin Active Greenacres – Located in Ring Road, Greenacres Shopping Centre. Popular for its convenient location, large gym floor, swimming pool, and cycle studio.
Virgin Active Lorraine – Situated in Lorraine Manor, this club offers padel courts, a big functional training area, and family-friendly facilities including Club-V for kids.
Both clubs give members full use of the gym, studios, pool, sauna, and classes such as Grid, Pilates, Yoga, and Zumba. Facilities are identical in quality to bigger-city clubs, but monthly fees are typically lower than in Johannesburg or Cape Town.
Types of Virgin Active Memberships
Virgin Active South Africa offers four main access categories:
Club – Access to your chosen home club only (Greenacres or Lorraine). Available in Off-Peak (usually 8:00–16:00 weekdays) or Full Access.
Premier / Premier Select – Nationwide access to almost all Virgin Active clubs in South Africa (excluding Collection clubs and international).
Collection – Luxury tier for premium clubs (Alice Lane, Menlyn Maine, Silo District, etc.). Not available as home club in Gqeberha, you can only visit Collection clubs a limited number of times per year if you have Premier.
Red – Budget single-club option with basic facilities. No Red clubs currently in Gqeberha.
➤ Additional options include Youth/Student (14–23 years), Club-V for kids, family add-ons, and corporate or Momentum Multiply packages.
Virgin Active Membership Prices in Gqeberha 2025
Virgin Active membership prices in Gqeberha 2025 range from R450 (off-peak/youth) to R1,570 (Premier nationwide access) per month, with most members paying R690–R850 for full single-club access.
Prices in Gqeberha clubs fall in the regional pricing band similar to East London, Bloemfontein, and Mbombela. As of 2025, typical monthly fees on a 12-month contract are:
- Club Off-Peak (single club, weekdays 8:00–16:00 + full weekends): R450 – R610
- Club Full Access (single club, unrestricted hours): R690 – R850
- Premier / Premier Select (nationwide access, unrestricted): R1 290 – R1 570
- Youth/Student Premier (ages 14–17): ≈ R450
- Youth/Student Premier (ages 18–23): ≈ R950
- Club-V (kids 6 weeks–13 years, add-on or standalone): R155 – R240 per child
➤ 24-month contracts reduce the monthly fee by R100–R150 in most cases. Month-to-month options are available at ≈ R200–R300 extra per month.
Collection access (if added) costs R2 900 – R3400 nationally, but Gqeberha members rarely choose this because there are no Collection clubs in the Eastern Cape.
How to Get the Exact Price for Your Preferred Club
Prices are calculated when you select your home club on the official website. Visit virginactive.co.za/join-gym, choose Greenacres or Lorraine as your home club, select your age and contract length, and the exact 2025 price will display instantly. You can complete the entire sign-up online in under 10 minutes.
Virgin Active Greenacres – View club & join
Virgin Active Lorraine – View club & join
Discovery Vitality & Momentum Multiply Discounts 2025
The majority of Virgin Active members in Gqeberha pay far less than the above rates because of medical aid partnerships:
- Discovery Vitality – Up to 75% cash back on monthly fees if you hit gym goals (typically 36 visits per year). Many members pay only R200–R400 effective monthly after cash-back.
- Momentum Multiply – Up to 40% discount, no activation fee, no minimum visits required.
Current November 2025 Vitality activation campaign: Pay only R699 (or less) activation and get up to 75% off local club fees.
Joining Fees, Access Device & Contract Terms 2025
- Standard joining/activation fee: R399 – R999 (often reduced or waived in promotions).
- Access band/card: Usually R150 – R200 (sometimes free in current campaigns).
- November 2025 public promotion (valid until 30 November):
– Discounted joining fee
– November 2025 on us (no pro-rata charge)
– 50% off December 2025 & January 2026
– Additional perks for bringing a friend
Early cancellation fee is 30% of remaining contract value. You can freeze membership for 1–6 months per year for a small fee (or free for medical/ pregnancy reasons).
Is Virgin Active Gqeberha Worth the Price in 2025?
Yes for most people who use the facilities regularly – especially with Vitality or Multiply discounts. The clubs are clean, well-maintained, rarely overcrowded, and offer excellent classes and pools that cheaper gyms simply do not match.
If you only want basic weights and cardio and will go off-peak, consider cheaper alternatives, but for full facilities and nationwide access, Virgin Active remains the premium choice in Gqeberha.
