The short answer: Disney Cruise Line fitness centers are available to guests 18 and older, and ordinary use of the gym does not carry an extra charge. Group classes and personal training cost extra. Check your sailing’s schedule after boarding because hours and class times vary.
What the fitness center includes
The gym has cardiovascular equipment and weight machines. The exact room and equipment mix can differ by ship, so plan around the categories rather than expecting a particular machine or brand.
Showers, lockers, complimentary towels and separate changing areas for men and women are provided. That makes a short visit easier to fit between other activities, and it can save a little luggage space if you were planning to pack a gym towel.
Who can use it?
The fitness center is for guests age 18 and older. Do not plan on a teen exception, even when an adult is present.
What is included and what costs extra
| Option | Extra charge? | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness-center equipment | No | Basic facility use is included for guests 18 and older. |
| Group exercise classes | Yes | Classes may include yoga, Pilates or stretching. Offerings vary, and reservations are recommended. |
| Personal training | Yes | One-on-one sessions run 60 minutes and require a separate reservation. |
| Body Composition service | Yes | This is a reservable fitness service rather than part of basic gym access. |
| Spa treatments or thermal areas | Check separately | Do not assume gym access includes a spa treatment or thermal-area reservation. |
Classes, training and reservations
Class offerings can include yoga, Pilates and stretching, but a particular class is not guaranteed on every sailing. The daily schedule is the useful source once you are aboard.
Advance Planning Center reservations are available for personal training and Body Composition. Onboard reservations for classes and services open after 1 p.m. on the first day of the cruise. Availability can fill, so check before building the rest of your day around a session.
Find the hours for your sailing
There is no single fleet-wide hours table to memorize. Fitness-center hours vary. Once aboard, check the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app or the printed Cruise Directory for the day’s operating hours and activities.
If you want a printed Cruise Directory, ask at Guest Services. The app can also handle activity reservations.
Check before you head to the gym
Review Disney Cruise Line’s current fitness-center guidance, then confirm the actual hours and classes in the Navigator app after boarding.
Plan a short fitness-center visit
- Pack one workout outfit and athletic shoes you already use comfortably.
- Bring a water bottle if that is part of your normal routine.
- Leave a gym towel at home; complimentary towels are provided.
- Check the schedule before walking over, especially on embarkation and port days.
- Reserve paid classes or training before arranging the rest of that time block.
A basic equipment session needs little planning. A class or training appointment needs more: a reservation, the current time and enough room in the day to arrive without rushing from another activity.
For other adult areas on the ships, see our Disney Cruise Line adults-only spaces guide. If you want the Navigator app online beyond its onboard functions, compare the options in our Disney Cruise Line internet guide.
Quick answers
Is the Disney Cruise Line fitness center included?
Basic use of the fitness facilities is included. Group classes and personal training require an additional fee.
How old do you have to be to use the fitness center?
Disney Cruise Line fitness centers are for guests age 18 and older.
What equipment is in the fitness center?
The fitness center has cardiovascular equipment and weight machines. The exact layout and equipment can vary by ship.
Are lockers and towels available?
Yes. The fitness center provides lockers, complimentary towels, showers and separate changing areas for men and women.
How do I find fitness center hours?
Hours vary. Check the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app or the printed Cruise Directory after boarding.
Can I reserve classes or personal training?
Yes, subject to availability. Some personal training and Body Composition services may be available through the Planning Center before sailing. Onboard reservations open after 1 p.m. on embarkation day.