The 10 Best Gyms in Arkansas — 2026

We compared all 181 gyms in Arkansas on the data that matters: services offered, posted hours, and how easy each one is to reach. No pay-to-play — this ranking comes straight from the listings data, updated October 2026.

#1 · World Class FitnessFort Smith Swimming pool24-hour accessNo contractGroup classes

Mon-Sun 24/7

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#2 · Genesis Health Clubs - North Little RockNorth Little Rock Childcare / kids clubSwimming poolSauna or steamGroup classes

+15017080878 Website View listing

#3 · J Street GymBentonville Childcare / kids club24-hour accessNo contractGroup classes

+14797216707 Website View listing

#4 · Northwest Athletic ClubSpringdale Childcare / kids clubSwimming poolSauna or steamGroup classes

+14797566920 Website View listing

#5 · Genesis Health Clubs - Little Rock MidtownLittle Rock Childcare / kids clubSwimming poolSauna or steamGroup classes

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#6 · IRON Muscle & FitnessBenton Sauna or steam24-hour accessNo contract

+15014542363 Website View listing

#7 · Fayetteville Athletic ClubFayetteville Swimming poolSauna or steamGroup classes

+14795870500 Website View listing

#8 · Hot Springs Health and FitnessHot Springs National Park Childcare / kids clubSwimming poolGroup classes

+15015254900 Website View listing

#9 · Genesis FitnessBatesville Sauna or steam24-hour accessNo contract

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#10 · C12 AthleticsMountain Home Sauna or steam24-hour accessGroup classes

+18703211918 Website View listing

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How we rank: every listing earns points for verified services (childcare / kids club, swimming pool, sauna or steam, 24-hour access, no contract, group classes), posted hours, and working contact details. The ranking is recalculated with every data update.