Fitness in Portugal: Data, Statistics and Trends [2026 Study]
The most complete study of the Portuguese fitness market in 2026: 1,282 gyms, 780 thousand members, 345M EUR in revenue, with 15 charts and 27 sources.
13 May 202625 min
Tips, guides, and articles on private training, fitness, and wellness.
The most complete study of the Portuguese fitness market in 2026: 1,282 gyms, 780 thousand members, 345M EUR in revenue, with 15 charts and 27 sources.
A complete guide to starting at the gym in 2026: what to bring, your first session, a plan for the first month, and how to beat beginner anxiety.
Glute workout plan for women in 2026: best exercises (hip thrust, RDL, squat), weekly volume, myths and a sample session.
Gyms in Areeiro, Alvalade and Estefânia in 2026: prices, contracts, opening hours and the only private option in the area. Comparison by neighbourhood.
Step-by-step guide to becoming a personal trainer in Portugal in 2026: course, TPTEF licence, opening activity, first clients and where to work.
Average price of a personal trainer session in Portugal in 2026, variation by city and format, and what the PT keeps after commissions and taxes.
Verified list of gyms in Lisbon with no lock-in: current 2026 prices, three models compared, and your legal rights for leaving an existing contract.
How much does it cost to work as a PT in Lisbon? Chain rents, commissions and the pay-per-session model. Cost comparison with real numbers.
How much does a PT cost in Lisbon in 2026? Prices, legal credentials (IPDJ licence), payment models (rent, commission, session) and how to choose.