Health & Fitness
Wellness In 2026: Where To Sweat, Stretch & Recharge In Exeter
Start the year feeling stronger & more balanced with a look at local spots offering everything from energizing workouts to calming escapes.

A new year always feels like a reset — a moment to shake off the old routine and lean into what makes you feel strong, centered and refreshed. Lucky for us, Exeter and the communities nearby offer plenty of gyms, studios and wellness spaces ready to help you move, unwind and recharge in 2026.
Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to spotlight some of the local places helping residents feel their best this season. We rounded up a few to explore — just be sure to confirm hours and offerings before you go.
1. Elevation Fitness
📅 When: Specifically a Sunday service. From 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., this faith-based gym invites the community to come together to move, worship and give back.
📍 Where: 75 Portsmouth Ave, Exeter, NH 03833
🔗 More info: Click here
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2. Planet Fitness
📅 When: Planet Fitness is open 24 hours, offering flexible access for any schedule, and its PE@PF program is available to all members of all fitness levels to support a comfortable, judgment-free workout experience.
📍 Where: 20 Portsmouth Ave, Stratham, NH 03885
🔗 More info: Click here
3. Ex3 Personal Training & Fitness
📅 When: This location is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturdays from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. and closed on Sundays, with various classes offered throughout these hours.
📍 Where: 2 Kingsway Ave, Unit 2C, Exeter, NH 03833
🔗 More info: Click here
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4. Jordan Warriors (Ninja Warrior Training Facility)
📅 When: This location is open Mondays through Thursdays from 4 to 10 p.m., Fridays from 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Depending on the class you’re interested in, there are several dates and times during the week.
📍 Where: 140 Epping Rd, Exeter, NH 03833
🔗 More info: Click here
5. Dauntless Academy | Exeter CrossFit
📅 When: Dauntless is open Mondays through Fridays from 5:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturdays from 7 to 9 a.m. and closed on Sundays.
📍 Where: 38 Portsmouth Ave, Exeter, NH 03833
🔗 More info: Click here
6. Mary Lou Barrett Personal Training and Pilates
📅 When: This studio is open Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
📍 Where: 117 Water St, Exeter, NH 03833
🔗 More info: Click here
7. Bryony Body (Yoga Studio)
📅 When: Depending on the class you’re interested in, there are different coaches and times to participate. The studio is open every day of the week for various times and classes.
📍 Where: 175 Water St, Ste 1, Exeter, NH 03833
🔗 More info: Click here
8. Hero Jiu Jitsu Academy
📅 When: This location is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 5 to 9 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and closed on Sundays.
📍 Where: 3 Holland Wy, Exeter, NH 03833
🔗 More info: Click here
9. AG Fitness
📅 When: The studio is holistic and virtual with East Coast business hours Mondays from 5:45 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesdays through Thursdays from 5:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fridays from 5:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturdays from 8:15 to 10 a.m. and closed on Sundays.
📍 Where: 72 Portsmouth Ave, Stratham, NH 03885
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10. Sanctuary Yoga & Wellness
📅 When: This location is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 to 10 a.m. and 6 to 7 p.m., Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m., Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturdays from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and Sundays from 9 to 10 a.m.
📍 Where: 109 R Water St, Exeter, NH 03833
🔗 More info: Click here
Wishing you a grounded, energized start to the year — and plenty of moments that feel good.
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