community gyms

I've joined numerous gyms and been on countless diets but this is the ONLY gym that has worked for me!The best things about Community Gyms are the people, the training sessions and the results!The trainers are the perfect blend of friendly and encouraging with the ability to push you without you feeling pushed. It doesn't matter what size or fitness level you're at, there is no judgement, simply a desire to help get you where you want to be. They know you and I find the level of accountability this offers massively helpful, if you don't turn up for a while you will receive a text asking where you are!The gym members are friendly and supportive - there is a sense that we're all on the same journey together, just at different points. There is a real camaraderie, we celebrate each others successes and share each others struggles - we've all been there at some point. Sometimes walking into a gym can be intimidating but here it's welcoming.The sessions are group personal training rather than exercise classes and the trainers give everyone attention - encouraging and correcting where needed. The sessions are varied and challenging but allow people to work at their own level. I have never exercised harder but at the same time I've never felt so good after exercising! I've been gently pushed out of my comfort zone many times but that's enabled me to achieve things I never imagined I could do. I constantly surprise myself at what I'm able to achieve!The results speak for themselves! I've lost 1 stone, 1 dress size and greatly improved my personal fitness in 5 weeks! The combination of nutritional advice, coping strategies and workouts is a winning combination. I still have a long way to go but with Community Gyms' help I feel (for the first time) that I'll actually get there!

Community Gyms is an brilliant place to train. I never enjoyed going to the gym (or exercise particularly) until I joined this gym 3 years ago. I now train 3 times a week and really enjoy all of the classes. My outlook on exercise and being active has completely changed. Luke and his team make classes varied and fun, they are highly trained and take the time to get to know you and give advice. I am able to train for particular goals and all of the members are friendly. Thanks everyone at Community Gyms!

I’ve been a member of community gym for a few years now and absolutely love it. Brilliant atmosphere, fantastic level of coaching, wonderful community spirit. All the coaches and other members are supportive and encouraging. Everyone is treated as an individual but we are still part of the community gym team. There’s a wide variety of sessions and the coaches always keep things interesting. They put in a lot of hard work and so do all the members. Absolutely recommend it to anyone at any level of fitness!

This is not your average gym.. if you want a supportive group for group personal training then this is definitely for you. I haven't been near a gym for over 15 years as find it hard to stay motivated by myself. Luke and his team are encouraging and that teamed with a supportive group of like minded individuals is the perfect recipe. I'm really enjoying going 3 times a week and wish I could fit in more! 5 out of 5 stars

I have been a member of the community gym for 3 years now and have never tired of it. I look forward to every class I attend. This is down to the unique way in which Luke and his team run the gym. It never gets boring as they are always coming up with fresh ideas, new challenges and programmes. Even during busy sessions the trainers find time to speak to everyone and ensure you are on track with your programme, giving you expert tuition and always finding ways of meeting and progressing your personal targets. The atmosphere is great and everyone is friendly looking out for and encouraging each other. The community gym is so much more than a place you go to train, it is a real community, a place that makes you feel good about yourself and massively improves your sense of well being. It is through the inspiration of Luke, his determination and passion to change his career in teaching 5 years ago to follow his dream of running a community gym, that I too have recently changed my career to train for something I have always wanted to do. Thank you!

Brilliant. That sums up Community Gyms. Luke’s programme, ethos, support and expertise are quite exceptional. Since joining the gym I’ve lost weight, gained strength and confidence and met a fantastic bunch of people. Everyone is working to their own goals and no matter what your level of fitness or ability, the fantastic coaches find a way for you to work to your full potential and improve at every session. Meeting Luke and starting at the gym means I’m now fitter and slimmer than I’ve been in decades! Can’t recommend Luke and his team highly enough.

I did the 6 weeks challenge and because I was so happy and comfortable st this gym have signed up as a member. There is unlimited support and encouragement from both the instructors and all the other gym members. Never been to such a friendly gym! I had no motivation whatsoever in attending mainstream gyms but this is so much different! I got results fast and I’m continuing my journey. Thanks to Luke, Poppy, Lewis and Jackie.

I have just completed my ‘6 Week Challenge’ with Luke and Community Gyms and I can say it’s been a hugely transformational experience. I have completely changed my nutrition, my lifestyle and my approach to exercise. In the 6 weeks I have lost 19lbs and lots of centimetres round the tummy. More important it’s been achieved in a supportive environment with the gym ‘community’ and that word is right. There is a great community spirit at the gym where you can always find a supporting colleague who has either already been through or is going through the same transformation that you are attempting. There are a good mix of classes addressing all the different types of exercise you are likely to need, with knowledgeable trainers.I am now a fully fledged member of this community and look forward to hitting all my health and fitness goals with their support. I would highly recommend that anyone looking for a new type of gym experience and serious results should try out Community Gyms

Best gym ever without a doubt. The focus here is small group coaching, which means that you not only benefit from the coaches' expertise, but also from the encouragement and camaraderie of the other members. I have tried to work out at gyms in the past, but have never managed to stay with the routine beyond a few months. The coaches here will tell you how to reach your goals, and they have actually managed to make it immensely enjoyable too. There is a variety of sessions to choose from, so always something to keep you interested, and new skills to learn. The other members are genuinely friendly people, and also a large reason why I keep going back for more. I actively look forward to my gym sessions, and have been going regularly for almost 3 years. At the age of 45 I am probably fitter than I have ever been, which is really quite amazing.

I’ve tried a fair few gyms over the years with varying success. I’m not very good at exercise and a bit reluctant to push myself due to general clumsiness and fear of injury. I discovered Community gyms in September last year after seeing an advert on Facebook for the six week challenge and signing up on a whim. I liked the idea of smaller sessions and the 6am classes would fit in well with my working day. I decided to join as a member within the first three weeks, I felt I had found something I could commit to.I’m now six months in and although I’m still a bit wary and clumsy, I can see a massive improvement in my health and fitness ( I no longer get out of breath climbing hills or stairs). I’ve lost over a stone in weight and am continuing to lose at a gradual pace, which works well for me. I’ve still a way to go but feel confident that I will get there.The classes are small and different every time. The instructors know everyone by name and are genuine, they want you to succeed as do the other members. Already I’ve met some lovely people and feel like I’m part of something.I would wholeheartedly recommend this gym to anyone who is stuck in a bit of a rut. In the past I’ve looked at exercise as something I should be doing, now I actually look forward to it. Massive thanks to Luke and the team for the continued inspiration and enthusiasm, and helping me to actually enjoy exercise!