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Set in a renovated warehouse in Bedminster, South Bristol, Sweat Box Gym is an independent members gym covering martial arts, boxing, fitness and CrossFit. It runs a wide weekly timetable alongside personal training, and the space is open, airy and naturally lit across more than 15,000 square feet.

The gym is open seven days a week and welcomes children, adults and families, with sessions suited to beginners through to more experienced members. A gym in this style is a good fit if you want a mix of coached classes and space to train, whether you are new to it or building on existing fitness.

Range of disciplines

Open seven days

Family friendly

All levels welcome

Spacious venue

Personal training

Sweat Box Gym in Bedminster, South Bristol, offering martial arts, boxing, fitness and CrossFit classes seven days a week.

Sweat Box Gym

Ealing Street Dance Academy

Based in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, Warehouse Gym & Kitchen is a gym listed in our local fitness directory. If you live or work in the area and are looking for somewhere to train, it is worth a look, and the club has its own website where you can find out more before visiting.

Gyms generally suit a wide range of goals, whether you want to build strength, improve fitness or simply stay active. Most offer a mix of equipment for cardio and resistance work, and many people find it helpful to visit first to get a feel for the space and ask about membership options.

Warehouse Gym & Kitchen is a gym in Worksop, Nottinghamshire. Find details and visit their website to learn more about training there.

Warehouse Gym & Kitchen

Set in Barnet, Greater London, Barnet Combat Academy is a martial arts gym teaching Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA. Established in 2012, the club welcomes newcomers and offers beginner friendly classes led by experienced coaches, with sessions for both adults and children. A second location is also planned in nearby Potters Bar.

Martial arts training like this is a good way to build fitness, confidence and practical skills, whether you are stepping onto the mats for the first time or looking to develop your technique. Coached sessions mean beginners can learn the basics in a structured, supportive setting.

Disciplines taught

Beginner friendly

Experienced coaching

Kids classes

Established 2012

Second location

Barnet Combat Academy is a martial arts gym in Barnet teaching Muay Thai, BJJ and MMA, with beginner friendly coached classes.

Barnet Combat Academy

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The Bar Gym

Lee Brothers Raleigh

Set in Leeds, West Yorkshire, The Dance Studio Leeds is a dance venue offering a mix of adult classes, workshops and studio hire. It also caters for one-off occasions, running parties, team building sessions, educational outreach and wedding dance tuition, so there is something for individuals and groups alike.

Dance studios like this are a welcoming way to try something new, keep active and build confidence, whether you are learning steps for a special day or simply joining a regular class. Sessions are usually suited to a range of experience levels.

Adult classes

Wedding dance tuition

Studio hire

Parties and groups

Educational outreach

Central Leeds location

The Dance Studio Leeds is a dance studio in Leeds offering adult classes, workshops, studio hire, parties and wedding dance tuition.

The Dance Studio Leeds

Based in Bramley, Leeds, Bad Company is a Muay Thai gym welcoming everyone from complete beginners through to competitive fighters. Set across a large 12,000 square foot space, it has two boxing rings, a full range of punch bags, Zebra mat flooring and a dedicated strength and conditioning area with squat racks, free weights, assault bikes, treadmills, SkiErgs and more.

Muay Thai training combines striking with punches, kicks, elbows and knees, and suits those looking to build fitness, technique and confidence. Sessions are typically coached, with membership or pay as you go options available.

Coached sessions

Large training space

Strength and conditioning

Flexible membership

Muay Thai focus

Bad Company is a Muay Thai gym in Bramley, Leeds, welcoming all levels from beginners to competitive fighters.

Bad Company Thai Boxing Gym

The Eagle Kickboxing Academy

Set in Hindley near Wigan, Greater Manchester, The Warehouse Gym is a spacious gym spread across a dual-unit building. It welcomes people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, with a mezzanine-level cardio area, a purpose-built studio and on-site parking. Non-members are welcome to train too.

A gym like this suits anyone looking to work on strength, fitness or general wellbeing at their own pace, with a mix of equipment and space to train. It can be a good starting point whether you are new to training or already have a routine.

Open to everyone

Dual-unit facility

On-site parking

Non-members welcome

Classes available

The Warehouse Gym is a spacious gym in Hindley near Wigan with cardio, studio space and parking.

The Warehouse Gym

Based on Church Street in Lenton, Nottingham Strong is a strength focused gym centred on its training community and range of equipment. The kit is set up for bodybuilding, weightlifting and powerlifting, so there is scope to train for size, technique or raw strength under one roof.

A gym like this suits lifters who want to work with barbells and free weights rather than follow a fixed class timetable. Whether you are building a routine or refining your lifts, it offers a space to train at your own pace.

Strength training focus

Community based

Lenton location

Nottingham Strong is a strength gym in Lenton, Nottingham, equipped for bodybuilding, weightlifting and powerlifting.

Nottingham Strong

Set in Manchester city centre, Federation Gym is a strength focused gym built around bodybuilding, powerlifting and weightlifting. It offers no contract memberships, along with dedicated areas for resistance training and heavy lifting.

The bodybuilding side features over 45 resistance machines and a large stock of grip plates, while lifters have access to deadlift platforms, squat racks and Eleiko bars and plates. A gym like this suits anyone serious about strength training, whether you are building muscle or working on competition lifts. Coaching and physio support are also available.

Bodybuilding equipment

Powerlifting setup

Weightlifting platforms

No contract

Coaching available

Physio support

Federation Gym is a bodybuilding, powerlifting and weightlifting gym in Manchester city centre with no contract memberships.

Federation Gym

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TransFIT Widnes

Set on the shore of King's Mill Reservoir in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Adventures at Mill Waters is an outdoor activity centre offering plenty to do for all ages. Activities include the High Trek Plus high ropes course, the Net Park, a 100m zip line and The Drop into an airbag, along with water-based options such as pedalos, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards.

Outdoor activity centres like this one suit families, groups and anyone looking to try something a little more adventurous outdoors. With a mix of high-flying challenges and gentler water sports, there is generally something to suit a range of skill levels and confidence.

High ropes course

Zip line and The Drop

Water sports

For all ages

Reservoir setting

Net Park

Adventures at Mill Waters is an outdoor activity centre in Sutton-in-Ashfield with high ropes, zip line and water sports.

Adventures at Mill Waters

AH Personal Training Studio

Based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, Alex Poltorak Personal Trainer offers one to one fitness coaching aimed at helping people build lasting habits rather than short term fixes. Alex is a certified Level 3 Personal Trainer with additional Level 3 qualifications in pre and post natal training, and brings over nine years of experience along with a background as a former competitor.

Working with a personal trainer generally suits anyone wanting structured, individual support to get stronger, fitter and healthier. Sessions can typically be tailored to your starting point and goals, whether you are new to training or returning after a break. Online booking is available.

Qualified trainer

Pre and post natal

One to one coaching

Online booking

Alex Poltorak Personal Trainer offers qualified one to one fitness coaching in Doncaster, South Yorkshire.

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