Gym in South Asheville
A South Asheville gym for people who actually train. Five minutes off Hendersonville Road, one mile from I-26, open 24/7/365.
South Asheville training, without the downtown drive.
If you live in Biltmore Park, Skyland, or anywhere along Hendersonville Road, NC Open Gym is the closest no-nonsense training facility. You don't have to fight Asheville traffic to lift.
Members come from across South Asheville — and from Arden, Mills River, and Fletcher — for the same reasons: 24/7 access, real equipment, and a community that takes training seriously without taking itself too seriously.
Made for South Asheville locals.
- Live near Biltmore Park or Skyland and want a quick drive
- Need to train before work without commuting downtown
- Want a serious lifting environment, not a class-based studio
- Have a coach or program you bring with you
- Need 24/7 access for shift work or odd hours
Easy from anywhere in South Asheville.
One mile from I-26 exit 37 — convenient for South Asheville, Biltmore Park, Skyland, Arden, Mills River, Fletcher.
What members say.
"The PERFECT spot! I was able to do all of my programming because this facility has everything you need. Katie was an above and beyond gym owner/host."Sarah C.Drop-in visitor
"Wonderful, friendly environment with lots of space and new equipment! Great access to come workout with easy barcode scanning."Ashley S.Member
"Such a nice, open space with everything you would need for a great workout — and any time you need to get it done!"Audra B.Member
565 Long Shoals Rd, Suite 201
Arden, NC 28704
One mile from I-26 exit 37. Free on-site parking. Open 24/7/365.
- Hours
- Open 24/7/365
- Phone
- (828) 490-1223
- Drop-In
- $15 day · $50 / 7-day
- Trial
- 5 days for $5 (locals)
Common questions.
How long does it take to get there from Biltmore Park?
Roughly 5–8 minutes via Long Shoals Rd or Hendersonville Rd, depending on traffic.
Is this near Asheville Outlets?
Yes — about 2 miles from the outlets at the Long Shoals / I-26 interchange.
Do you offer drop-ins for South Asheville locals?
Locals trying NC Open Gym for the first time should use the $5 trial. Drop-ins are best for visitors.
Is parking easy?
Yes — free, plenty of spaces, right outside the door.