The 5th gym in Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire is Petalburg City Gym , led by Norman. He specializes in Normal-type Pokémon, and the Balance Badge is the reward.

Quick Scoop

  • Gym 5: Petalburg City.
  • Leader: Norman.
  • Type: Normal.
  • Badge: Balance Badge.

What to expect

Norman uses Pokémon like Vigoroth and Slaking , so Fighting-type moves are especially useful.

Simple route order

  1. Rustboro City.
  2. Dewford Town.
  3. Mauville City.
  4. Lavaridge Town.
  5. Petalburg City.

TL;DR: the 5th gym is Norman in Petalburg City.