Personal Training reviews

GOOD GYM - BUT OVERCROWDED!!!!!!!!!!

Extremely dissatisfied with this gym - I have been trying to get out of my contract here for over 3 months - membership took 33 days to respond to my request. Classes are great, but INCREDIBLY overcrowded... during peak times you will wait over 20min for a crosstrainer / treadmill. If you can attend this gym during the day, it's great, but if you work 9-5 I would not recommend this club to anyone.

great gym, great stuff & amazing classes!

I have been at the gym for 8 years and the prices have increased year on year. Recently there has been a mass exodus of all the good, well trained staff.

They have recently introduced a new 'paid' for area and all have taken all the similar classes off the timetable in a bid to encourage people to attend. A lot of members have complained as the changes are unethical but the staff, including the managers response has been rude and to ignore the members call to put the classes back on the timetable.

All in all it has turned into a terrible gym to attend - do not get a membership there, they are not customer oriented and don't care what their members think.

Lovely location, great club with lots of space and very friendly staff who offer great advice and encouragement.
You really feel like you had a good workout
I am really thinking of taking up membership there so i can fully utilise the facilities and the steam and sauna.

I liked the Fitness First club at St Johns hill. It's large (much better and bigger than the one at Lavender HIll, which is in 200 metres and can be easily confused for this one), lots of equipment, and generally good atmosphere. Very close to Clapham Junction station which is convenient.

Joined Heart and Soul a few months back after seeing the great results on a friend who with a lot of hard work and a great personal trainer looks amazing. James and Sarah are always on site and very friendly, they make you instantly feel welcomed.
The Gym is fully equipped and has everything you need for a excellent work out.
I opted to take up personal training sessions as I need the not so gentle push in the right direction. My Trainer really helps to push me further and I am already seeing the results after only a few sessions with him.
If you live in west London and are looking for a gym with a great atmosphere, and people then I would highly recommend Heart and Soul, Its also great value for money and with no contract it makes it the perfect gym for me.

Been a member since July 2010 I pay nearly £50 a month. The equipment is brilliant, the staff are fantastic, thats where it stops. The air conditioning has been playing up since I joined. They replaired it last year hoping to get them through the winter... it didnt. All of the systems now need replacing, that the two systems in the studio and the main one for the gym. Guess what.... 3 months later and still not repaired. OK they have replaced one of the units in the studio. However this now means its hot down one end of the studio and the air conditioner at the other end has little or not difference. Its about the only gym you can join for £50 a month without air con. One girl I was speaking to said it had been like it for 12 years!!!!

The gym now is unusable and only last night there were about 8 people in there... on a monday night!!! When its normally full with about 30 people in there.

I came out of the class I was in as I couldnt breathe after half an hour.

Nuffield are some what of a joke and we should be compensated for the inconvenience - yes fat chance.

If you are thinking of joining.... note the temperature.... the scum at the edges of the swimming pool and to be honest god knows how much bacteria is in the jacuuzi!

My advise yes it looks a fantastic gym, the reality is its a health and safety hazard!

New joiners BEWARE!!!!

At Fitbody Fitmind you get whatever you set out to achieve. By this I mean that you can enjoy a workout at your own speed and choice of routine or you can employ the skills of the seasoned trainers. Ian and Jill have immense experience and knowhow in many areas of fitness, both physically and mentally. The staff at Fitbody Fitmind pull no punches in getting you to the level you seek and do not do things by halves when attaching themselves to your ambition and potential. All sports fitness can be enhanced here and sports such as boxing and other combat sports are catered for in an atmoshere of competition and whole hearted support for the athlete. Without a doubt, this gym is the best in Sunderland and I have visited many in my time both as an instructor and trainer. You can access speciality training or basic training and get support and advice on all aspects of fitness every athlete needs to become the best they can.

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Having trained on and off, all over London, I've been keen to find a gym that's not too intimidating..you know what it's like ladies...men hogging the free weights, etc. After years of battling the bulge, I was also keen to find a personal trainer who wasn't a stereotype and majorly scarey..I don't like being shouted at, I don't like being patronised and I hate running machines.

Well, I can honestly say that both, Sarah and James have got it totally sussed... a gym that's affordable, frequented by people like me and you and I have the best trainer in the world. I train with Shahin Shamloo who mixes up my training so that I do pad work one day, work on the gym rings another and has me smashing up a gigantic tyre with a sledgehammer on another! Some days I don't feel like training at all but he has this knack of getting me to do my work out and it's all over before I've had chance to complain!

Other members equally rate Lee, Mr T, Sham and some new Welsh bloke called Niko, who is apparently Cosmopolitan's trainer.

Anyhow, get yourself down there... I've gone from a Size 14 to a 10!

I have been using this gym for some personal training classes and what impressed me is how massive this gym is. Lots of machines for the guys and cardio training, plus burlesque classes, bootcamp fit and Krav Maga classes being held there. I have not noticed a swimming pool though. the members seem to be people working in the part of London, so I would expect they do not look gorgeous with good skin and smiling because they were nasty people, ha ha

I think that the offer was excellent value for money and a great way to sample the clubs facilities without signing up for a long term contract. The classes were good and i would consider joining this club in the future.

The club itself was a little small but the changing rooms were large and they had everything which is needed.

Between 2007-2009 I suffered from a serious illness and although I fully recovered from this I could not reach the level of fitness I had enjoyed prior to being ill. Each time I tried I got knocked back by injury which eventually resulted in low self esteem, weight gain and lack of confidence. Lucy built me a gentle exercise programme, increasing the frequency, intensity and duration each week. By my Week 5 Assessment I had doubled my fitness level and lost 4 kgs in weight! I learnt the importance of warm ups and cool downs before and after exercise and have remained injury free. I am now well on my way to achieving my long term goal of participating in a 10K Charity Run. Having Lucy as my Personal Trainer has kept me motivated throughout and is the best thing I have ever undertaken!

I am pretty active but I was looking for a trainer to see once per week to help strengthen those areas of my body that I know are weaker. I started personal training with Alexis at NKD Ambition a few weeks ago and I am really loving it. The facility is right around the corner from the office so its super convenient. The facilities are compact but very good with everything you could possibly need and a nice changing room. I think the most important thing about personal training is finding a trainer that understands your body and what you need and can challenge you in this regard Alexis is great. I especially appreciate the way he takes the time beforehand to design the right session for me. Highly recommended.

I have been working out with Rohit at MFB since November 2011, and I have been able to transform my body in about 3 months, by losing a stone and a half (10 kg) whilst gaining muscle and body definition.
I have been a member of most of the major-chain gyms for the last 10 years, but going to the gym never yielded any results, as I discovered I am just not able to motivate myself to perform constant, vigorous excercise that has one's pulse always at around 80% of max and leaves them without breath, for 60 mins.
Rohit's classes have always been different and varied, which also helps to avoid falling into a routine.
Yes, they are tough, but my word of advice is - there aren't any short-cuts to weight loss and body definition...
Nowadays, I always go for two hours in a row, doing suspension training and circuits followed by body combat with Rohit.

Stripes is unique, your goals become their goals. They are all genuinely highly motivated to ensure all memebers achieve their goals by listening and encouragement. You don't feel judged if youlapse a bit there is just a gentle encouragement to get on it again, and when you have your push me head on - they do that too.

I hate gyms I hate working out, but I like Stripes, it has everything you need but without the intimidating atmosphere of other gyms. I asked them to put a programme together for my teenage coach potato who is going ski-ing for the first time and his programme is as unique and personal to him as mine is to me. I can't believe he actually wants to go and enjoys it.

I had my first Reiki and hypnotherapy sessions at Tranquility Spa. It was wonderful and the therapist took the time to assess my needs, put me at ease and I really enjoyed it.

I work as a temp and strange shifts so there is no routine in my time at the moment, Stripes are accomodating and if I haven't been in for a week or so I am welcomed back like a long lost friend, if you are looking for a harder programme the trainers and the gym are set up for that too, as soon as my shift pattern allows I am going to try the new 'Ultimate Fitness' class with my son.

Try Stripes before you sign up anywhere else - it is simply wonderful in every way

I went to Neil at LivelyDayz through the Wahanda offer for 2 Personal Training Sessions for £39. I can't say I was exactly looking forward to the first session, as I'm not in great shape and don't really love exercise! However, I'm really looking to get fitter, shape up, and find the motivation to keep up with a fitness regime.

Neil was great - very encouraging and motivating without shouting or bullying, yet tough enough to keep me working when I would definitely have given up if I'd been on my own. He varied the programme so I was never bored, and always wondering what would come next. He also showed me how to use equipment more effectively, so rather than just rowing for 10 min, he had me doing interval training which pushed me so much harder but was also more interesting.

On the basis of the session, I have signed up to twice a week sessions with Neil as I really believe this is the motivation and encouragement I need. I think once I've created the habit and got into a better routine I'll be able to reduce the number of sessions, but for now, Neil's guidance and injection of fun is definitely what I need.

Would recommend the venue, the session, and certainly Neil.

Had a 1 hour one on one session with Tracey the instructor re Pilates. Had recent back operation and was very cautious as to what I should be doing but wanted to find a way to tone up core and back. Tracey took her time with me, listened to everything I said and gave me her full attention for 1 hour. After this session every muscle in my body had been stretched in every direction and I could do more after that session than I had been able to do in the last 3 years. Had loads of energy and felt great. I will now be attending a weekly class with Tracey to continue and will have a monthly session on a one to one basis. thoroughly recommended

As soon as you walk into Stripes you feel part of 'the family'. There is no other Gym like it in Derby to make you feel so welcome, supported and cared for. You are never alone when you go to Stripes it is more than just a Gym. They have very highly qualified and knowledgeable personal trainers and therapists. Judy, the owner has a wealth of experience behind her, her treatments are simply the best.

Fantastic treatments! I have been trained for a long period of time by Kinga, who helped me correct my posture, tone up and loose weight. Results were amazing! I also received a number of massage/physiotherapy treatments from her and they were very high standard. Thank you! I would highly recommend Kinga and the amazing and friendly Ambition team :)

LA Fitness Marylebone apart for some of the trainers that are not up to par and only like training pretty young girls, I am not young but yet I am good looking female and I was treated shabbily by some of them. I found that overall the LA Fitness in Marylebone is Ace.

good local gym; nothing fancy in terms of equipment but great value. easy to get a booking. good sample of a personal training workout in a well equipped PT area. I will go back for more!

If you want to get fit and see results immediately meanwhile have unreal, challenging and fun workouts than look no further. Gintas is an amazing trainer, natural motivator and creates incredible sessions, every one different from the last. I look forward to every session I have! If you are looking to get fit, improve your overall health and have a great time doing than look no further GI Training is the right choice for you. You won't regret it, trust me! Amy

i took the 3 day bootcamp last week and thought it was amazing and great value for money as i normally pay £40 for an hour of personnal training so all the stuff we did for £33 a day was a rally good offer. the booking routine took a while to get through but then im not surprized at that price knowing how many people bought it and no where like as bad as a take that concert ticket line! i did upgrade my room and pick my date for £25 and again at £12.50 a night for farm house accommodation and my meals it was amazingly cheap. i'd researched for a while and nothing compared to this deal. i've recommed this to all of my friends and can't wait to go again!

Brilliant place, brilliant vibe, brilliant people, one word....brilliant!

My training sessions at Exclusive Training Richmond have been wonderful. The team at the studio are very friendly and offer plenty of helpful advice. My workout's have truly brightened the new year, and my trainer, Mel, is excellent at making the sure that every minute of each workout counts. The equipment at the studio is brand new and plenty of fun. I would recommend this studio to fitness lover's and people looking for a kick start to changing their health.

Amazing venue, trainers and amazing up to date equipment. Would recommend.

Lovely place, great staff, I needed all the motivation that god could have given me to make a regular effort in exercise. Thanks to the good advice and constant motivation of (Mel - my trainer) that I keep going. I also participate in the fusion group fitness classes that are great fun and physically demanding. I am doing 3 sessions of per week but planning to increase it to 4 sessions. My husband has also joined last week and enjoying too. Thank you to all the staff at the studio.

I have recently started Training at Richard Callender Exclusive Training and I am already amazed by the results. As soon as you walk into this top class studio you will be blown away, not only by the facilities and equipment available but also by how professional and knowledgeable the staff are.

I would highly recommend this facility to everyone, you have to get down there and try it out for your self. Definitely a 10 out of 10 from me!!

I'd heard about The Zone Health and Fitness in the past on numerous ocassions, namely recently during Children in Need they appeared on BBC London News after raising thousands of pounds for the charity.

I had been in and out of gyms all of my life, and after moving across town I decided it was about time that I checked the centre out. My impressions prior to entering the centre were good - a choice of 5 busses could've taken me to right outside the doors. Furthermore the number of tennis courts outside the centre really got me eager to have a look around.

The reception was clean and tidy and before I even got into the gym I was feeling good about this place.

Before I'd even touched a weight my mind was made up. The tour was excellent and I knew exactly what I'd be getting with my membership - which I feel is great value for money.

I now go to the gym 6 days a week and do 13 out of the 70 classes on a weekly basis. This is not a place to miss!

Never have I felt more comfortable and at home at a Gym. The staff are amazingly friendly and are always on hand with advice and assistance. Well worth the money. I wouldn't go anywhere else after becoming a member at The Zone. Definately recommend a visit!

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Just an update on anyone thinking of joining in January...still no change with the gym ventilation. If you use the running machines you will boil after five minutes. Instead of vents like most gyms Nuffield think that shining a hot spotlight on each machine is a good idea. I thought they were a healthcare company????

Im a massive fan of Heart and Soul fitness!!

Joined in August after gaining some holiday weight. Had a 4 week goal and after lots of advice from lovely Sarah the owner, I was given a trial personal training session to see if i liked it.
I was instantly hooked!! Iv never ever stuck at a gym or enjoyed exercising before but I think that the open, friendly and personal approach that all the staff have at Heart and Soul definitely has kept me coming back.

Needless to say, my goal was reached and Iv literally never felt or looked better.

I lost 1 and a half stone in about 5 or 6 weeks!!! This was down to great nutritional advice from my very experienced PT Shahin, as-well as some fun but rigorous training sessions and classes. I could never have achieved this without all the fantastic staff at Heart and Soul Fitness.

Thank-you so much guys and I couldn't recommend this place more!!

I love my gym!! (something I thought I would NEVER say)

Fantastic new gym just over Battersea bridge. This gym looks like it cost a fortune as it is decked out with all the most modern equipment. At first it looks like a dedicated martial arts gym, and if you want to train at any level for Boxing, Judo, MMA, Muay Thai, BJJ or others you will get top notch coaching and guidance here, however it also runs spin classes, aerobics, yoga and many more mainstream fitness classes to suit all gym users at all levels. And as a member I can choose a different activity on any day depending on what I feel like doing - there are no hidden charges for any of the classes I have done so far.

While the gym looks like it is a modest size, the classes are structed so that you're never crowded and if you are using the weights or other equipment you are never impacted by the classes running elsewhere in the gym.

By far the biggest drawcard for this gym is the level of experience of the instructors running the classes. All instructors have competed at high levels, many at professional level of their disciplines and they are all technically astute as well as being personable and focused on getting the best out of the class and me as an individual. The training is rewarding and consistent and the atmosphere at the gym is friendly and positive.

I visited the establishment in December-2nd - The establishment was very good, The staff were welcoming and eager to help.

I would certainly visit again and use the treatments- would highly recommend this place.

The trainer was very good. I loved the exercises that were given to me, since I could feel that my muscles worked hard. The place looks very nice and has a very up to date equipment ( there is even a power plate). Additionally, there is a sauna inside of the changing room to help you relax after working out. I would definitely recommend this gym to people who like using different equipment during work out as the available variety is impressive.

I had any kind of service and it's poor, cheap, always late or classes are cancelled, disgusting showers and swimming pool....I complained till I could now I'll get my membership cenceled. I rather be fat than catch a desease! People bring your money somewhere else!

I Just recently Join Gym there and I am so much satisfied with my performance and weight loss. all because of really different way of gym operation every single member get full concentration from staff. all help available there all the time. tried Some beauty treatments just can't believe the prices so low prices and very professional treatment. well done

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Many thanks to Activ Tailored Fitness. Played a full game of football yesterday for the first time in 15 years and was still going as hard at the end as I was at the beginning. That plus I am not sore at all today says everything about the training I have been getting. Not bad for a 49 year old. Feels as good as the win. Well almost.

It was a great session. The fitness centre itself is average. But the session was great. The trainer Greg made a very good session. I would definetely recommend to everyone.

It was hard to find the place. However the staff was so helpful that I was personally met by one of them and shown the direction. The session itself was short, but effective. I could feel the pain in my legs for the whole week after. I liked the exercises that I was given and it was obvious that the trainer knows well what he does. I liked the staff, since I was explained everything in details. I would love to come back one day!

Amazing class, very complete. An excellent workout and immersion in the Brazilian culture. Great environment in the class and loads of fun. I would reccomend it to people all ages.

Thanks to your training and fitness routine that you have given me I have lost 2.5 stone in 3 months, I have also managed to reduce my medication due to the deep tissue massage's that i have been receiving.
I an now feeling great and starting to look it too - just a pity you can't do anything about the face !!
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The staff were lovely, really helpful and open. The facilities were small and very humble which doesn't suit me but good for a private area or for those who don't like to train around lots of people. The trainer himself was nice but seemed a bit awkward, didn't really push me too hard and didn't really seem to have formulated a plan for the session. I wouldn't go back but only because I like things with a bit more of an atmosphere and a certain energy to them.

The whole experience exceeded my expectations from the hard workouts to the relaxing massage. If you are thinking of a fitness break look no further, I can't wait to go back it was great fun.
My confidence has risen 100% as to my physical ability.
The food was really good, I expected to feel hungry all day but that didn't happen, the evening meal was superb.
The staff are truly amazing and make you feel really special, thank you David for your patience and faith in me. And the "cheeky hills"!
The activities cater for all ages and sizes and no one feels out of place.

Great value to visit Fitness First. Unfortunately the Berkeley Square branch is cramped, small and very busy. But, it is at a very convenient location. Staff are friendly, but maybe a bit too keen to sell you their services.

A brilliant club - Just left the most miserable Total Fitness with miserable staff and old kit to come to a club that has just put new gym kit in and Tvs and a brand new sound proffed spin studio. Classes were amazing too - Try Re-bounding! the next new thing apparently!

I have had 5 personal training sessions with Wilson at Samsara Studios. He is very personable and professional and I enjoyed everything I have learnt from his training sessions. I have had pretty good results over the past months and feel inspried to keep up the training tips I have learnt. I highly recommend him if you are looking to improve your gym routine and importantly reduce the amount of time you spend in the gym.

I have been visiting Greg at H&SF for a number of months now and am an absolute devotee. I get withdrawals symptoms if I don@t go twice weekly. He combines my requirements with his own professional knowledge to produce a tailored and varied, but demanding workout every time

The gym was modernise and spacious.It was easy to find the venue because it was within walking distance.The instructor was approachable and friendly.I thoroughly enjoyed the session and would visit again

I've been having personal training at Heart & Soul gym since it opened. I have a fantastic personal trainer called Greg who I see three times a week. My personal goal was to lose weight after having my third baby, get fit and be healthy. Greg is a very committed and motivating personal trainer. My sessions with him are always kept fun and interesting by the ever changing program. I'm very happy with the results so far and feel a lot better. I would recommend Greg as a personal trainer to anyone.

I went to this club as my fiance is very into fitness but we have only recently moved to the area and I had heard that this was a nice new gym. My fiance went straight into the gym as he knows exactly what he's doing already, but I booked a session with a personal trainer (Sarah) who was lovely and very professional - and we talked about my diet and current excercise regime. I really gained so much information and will definitely be back again soon- i look forward to my next session. book yourselves in now!!!!

Have been Training with Sarah and the Heart and Soul trainers on and off for about 5 years now and absolutely love them all!!!
Trained with nearly all of them for different reasons, one for boxing, one for weight loss and am now hooked on CrossFit!!!
It was very intimidating for me to start going to the gym let alone going in a big weights room by myself but having a trainer really does help brake down that confidance barrier.
Having someone push you is a must for me and they know how to motivate!!
The new venue is fab and lets me do my workout without the need for unnecessry 'trendy' equipment, this studio is for Real people and the staff are frendly and welcoming!!!

Golds Gym / WRFitness– WORST GYM EXPERIENCE EVER.

I signed up with Golds since it was close to my house and on my way to and from work. I signed up for personal training program but quickly regretted my decision. Following my first training session, my personal trainer last-minute cancelled a training session, no showed to another and was 15 minutes late to another. After the 2nd no show/cancellation, I told management I wasn’t happy. They promised a refund if I was unhappy with their attempt to make up for the screw ups and after the trainer was late to another training session, I decided to cancel the personal training and take the refund. Well, after I asked for the refund, they went back on their word.

Do not use this gym – they don’t give a damn about the people that keep them in business.

The location and the facilities were good for the price paid. The PT who did the classes with us was good and overall it was fun. However it should have been stated much more clearly that there were only a few hours exercise a day and that those exercises were at a very low intensity level. The retreat is well suited for people who have not done any exercise in a while and want to kick start a new regime but not really for people who want a weekend of intensive sport.

I went for the Zumba dance class in Hammersmith. Zumba dance classes are good. But I didn't like the fact that the steam and sauna rooms are unisexual. There should have been rooms for male and female separately. Otherwise facilities are good.

If you are looking for the best personal trainer in London, the search is over. I have been training with Sarah Colbourne at Heart and Soul Fitness for five years, and she has been an inspiration, keeping me fit, healthy and happy. Sarah is very much the holistic trainer, training not only the body but also the mental aspect of fitness, as well as looking at diet. In all those years, I have never been bored. Sarah constantly comes up with new and exciting exercises, constantly challenging me to perform at my best. Her new personal training suite is fantastic, light and airy, with state-of-the art equipment. Look no further than Heart and Soul!

Initially went to Active8 due to needing physiotherapy after breaking my elbow and ended up staying on for personal training. With hour long sessions compared to 30 mins with the NHS I made fast progress in being able to use my arm again. Exercises were not restricted to the elbow but also wrist, shoulder and eventually back as well to strengthen all the muscles. The therapist was very knowledgeable and provided information on nutrition without being pushy and due to my having broken ankles a few years before also incorporated excerises to help me strengthen them. The therapist seems to have an uncanny ability to know exactly when to push to help you achieve the best results without going to far, has a good sense of humour and is easy to talk to. Very happy with the results and happy to recommend to friends and family.

I am a Crossfit level 1 trainer and have personal training/coaching sessions at Heart and Soul Fitness with Sham. At last!!! I have found a gym in London that understands that what I need is high level coaching and access to a Crossfit/type facility. I do not need scripted music, here I can play my own. I do not need a sauna/steam, I am here to work out not lie around. If I need a towel I will bring one or take the option to hire one. I can use the facilities at Heart and Soul but I have a shower at home and after my cool down run home can do so. This is the first step in back to basics fitness. Gyms don't work, Heart and Soul does. When was the last time you tested your heart?

Both my Mum and I are newbys to Zumba and we have been to few classes and absolutely enjoying them. We highly recommend the class and the instructor is very good and really motivates you!

I had a great experience with Heart & Soul Fitness they were recommended to me by a friend who was still training with them. I am middle aged and have started carrying some extra weight and generally my fitness was poor. Due to my job I am frequently away travelling and my diet is terrible because of this.

However I am a month in with training with a trainer at Heart & Soul Fitness and they are excellent! The trainer I have is making me keep a food diary and pushing me in every session to lengths I did not think possible on my body.


Mixed and varied exercises for people of all fitness levels by professional personal trainers who certainly know there stuff. They have a functional training room which is very different to anything I have seen before. CrossFit style training using your own body weight and doing exercises in circuits timed so you get a cardio workout for your heart & lungs.

In just under a month training 3-4 times a week I feel stronger, fitter and more flexible. I am starting to look how I want to and think about my lifestyle choices more. Heart & Soul Fitness have had a positive impact on my life and have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone.

I have trained at Heart & Soul Fitness's new base in Ladbroke Grove, North Kensington. Great venue with brilliant facilities, the training was tailored to my fitness goals. I enjoyed the session very much which I didn't think I would. Training at Heart & Soul Fitness with a trainer really opened my eyes for 1 to 1 training and I was impressed with what I achieved after 1 session. The trainer really pushed me hard and did not let me give in until I finished the workout, it has made me realise what I have been doing in the gym previous to this session was not benefitting me at all. Before you begin your fitness journey, I would recomment you have a Personal Training session with Heart & Soul Fitness.

Tired facilities and really not very clean.
Therapists are generally excellent.
Overall rest of the staff indifferent and the management team are hopeless.
Poor communication with members.
Remove facilities without notice.
Fitness Tests based on pseudo science so cannot base your programmes around them

Staff were nice, they did a preview of my health conditions and went through the exercises and explained how. The only thing is, unless u pay for personal training, they dont really make a written plan for you to follow for the next weeks.

Hypoxi in the South Woodford is fantastic.
I strongly recommend Hypoxi in South Woodford for all who seek a place where they are want to start fight with his weight and imperfections. Staff is very professional and very friendly. The owner of the studio perfectly drew me a set of exercises and very quickly began to lose weight. After only six sessions, I began to see results, and soon became dependent on exercises in Hypoxi, now I am regular customer. I believe that the Hypoxi South Woodford is a great place where a friendly atmosphere and professional staff who will help you to lose weight without stress. Begin Hypoxi it works, they know what they're doing.

When I contacted FF about my voucher I was invited to come to the gym and an appointment was made - I assumed this was to show me the facilities, explain the booking system for classes or similar since there was no indication what the appointment was for. When I showed up without a particular class in mind I was told I should come back then; the sales representative gave me his mobile number and said I should call him the evening before. After a 2-minute chat (and the question whether I wanted to sign up for a membership even though I had already said I was just interested in the classes) my appointment was over. I didn't go back - the overall atmosphere had put me off (the place seemed sticky, crowded and very corporate) and the fact that I felt my time on that evening had been wasted didn't help so I can't give feedback on the classes.

Really enjoyed the mid-week bootcamp. It was tough doing 10 hours of physical exercise a day with only 1500 calories of food but we all did it and the results were amazing! Lost 4lbs..but average of the group was 7lbs! Would definitely recommend.

At home, having spent seven days at Hilmotts, I have just returned from my morning walk, completed my stretches and ate my porridge with blackcurrents (yes really!) the team at Hilmotts are a real inspiriation.
David, Massimo & Lee are all down to earth, give great advice, understand and respect your needs as an individual. Their approaches, strategies and techniques are all very different but compliment each other very well.
Just when you choose not to go any further, (not can't!) they will take you through an exercise that will perk you right back up again and get your mindset back on the right track.
Breakfast and lunch are cooked freshly on the premises and are all very tasty, there are enough snacks in between meals to ensure you that you don't feel hungry at any time. During the nutritional talks, you get a real sense and understanding of why certain food groups are not healthy for the body.
I had three treatments in the spa and each one was very good, in particular Reiki, I had never had this treatment before and Kate helped me through this wonderful and mind blowing experience.
Thank you very much to all the Hilmotts team and I look forward to returning in the future.

I have trained with Heart and Soul fitness for coming up to five years now.. I train with Sham Cortazzi and find all the trainers at Heart and Soul to be friendly, fun and passionate about fitness.. The new gym which recently opened at the top of Ladbroke Grove is fantastic not just because of its location and atmosphere, but also because of the equipment available to its members.. Over the past few months the PT's have been running a leader board, pitting their clients against each other.. A little healthy competition and a great way to get to know other gym members.. Heart and Soul put the fun in to fitness!

I thought I might try a fitness BOOTCAMP-exercising outdoors with a bunch of people guided by a fitness instructor was what I had in mind- and I am not disappointed. Despite the rainy weather the last 2 sessions, we carried on as usual. The instructor, Gintas is just great and funny too. He is a hard taskmaster, but was wise enough to warn us about sore muscles the following day. He really tailors and varies the sessions depending on the group which is brilliant. Despite the aches & pains, I'm really enjoying the BOOTCAMP and am looking forward to the next few sessions. And Clapham Common is beautiful, whatever the weather. Give it a try!

Cleo and David offered us a fantastic amount of support and motivation during our stay at Hillmotts. Thinking of an annual fitness retreat.

Super Gym!!! Overall great experience. Different classes for different levels and insturctors are truly there to help you reach success. Positive encouragment and super happy staff at all times. Customer service is exceptional the moment you enter with cheerful greetings. Lora and Andrew, owners, are wonderful at making sure there facility is tip top shape. They are dedicated to customer satisfication. I didn't think I would be so dedicated to attend a gym till I entered this one. Thanks Pure Fx!!!

Had a personal training session with Anthony and I was very impressed with his results-driven approach.

His instructions are very precise and he makes sure you are doing all the exercises correctly, assessing each time how to reassess the repetitions if the posture is not correct. For someone like me who is not very constant when it comes to exercising, a session with Anthony brings you back on track and afterwards you really want to stick to the programme. I asked not to push me to the limit as I didn't want to be too sore the following day and in fact I felt challenged while still being able to climb up and down stairs the following day!

Thank you Anthony.

I have attended three Sussex Bootcamp fitness courses at Haywards Heath and have greatly enjoyed it. There is always a friendly atmosphere in every group my wife and i have been in and I have found the trainers to be highly experienced and motivating, pushing me always to my own limits. I have seen an improvement in my fitness levels and would highly recommend attending Sussex Bootcamp.

I've been at Roko's for a few months now and I've really enjoyed my time so far. I've got a personal trainer (Phil) who I see twice a week for an hour each time. I was a bit nervous about having a personal trainer as I've never had one before, but Phil is a really nice guy and though we have a good chat whenever we see each other he's also good at pushing me when I need to be pushed or am just being lazy!

I've definitely felt the benefit of having a personal trainer, and I feel a lot more motivated in general since I started. In terms of the gym itself, it's got lots of machines which means no waiting around even when it gets busy. They have two pools but one of them is outside which isn't great when its cold out but still its a good size with lots of room to stretch out in.

I have signed up to 6-week beginner's course which just finished yesterday and I can whole-hearted say what a fantastic experience it has been. I have gained a tremendous amount of upper body strength, a pole-dancing routine and the sense of having achieved something difficult. Ladies, if you'd like to learn pole danicng seriuosly, this is the place to go!

Booking the class has been a breeze. My phone/email enquiry was answered promptly. What really sets this place apart is that you have your own pole, which means you get 60mins of solid workout and practice instead of waiting your turn.

The instructor was really professional and enthusiastic and class number is small enough that you get individual attention perfecting the move. The class is well-structured that you do walk away with a nice routine at the end.

Highly recommended!!!

my friends and i enjoyed a lovely afternoon, lovely hotel and treatment
weekends were not available when we wanted to go so went for a weekday and very quiet and nice

went for a girly gathering and it was a lovely get together in a lovely surrounding
hotel very nice
treatment was a bit on the quick side but excellent value for what we paid

brilliant location, friendly staff & great list of weight loss programme's

My friend and I not big fans of sweaty gym, so despite not pleasant weather condition we really enjoyed a very great body work out on a fresh air in Hyde Park. First of all, we have received email from our coach with date, time and clear instruction where to meet and what to bring to the session. The coach was very friendly, and made us work hard and laugh a lot. Great value for money and without doubt I would recommend this deal to all my friends. Great experience and many thanks to our coach!

A beautiful space with a very upmarket ambience. Every member of staff spoke to me and made sure I was training correctly. Other members were nice too. There's no egos here and the club is spotless.
Very refreshing to know there's a club that's got it all right, and close to my work too :)

"I've signed up to gyms, I've played loads of sports, yet nothing seems to motivate me as much as Walker Bros Fitness."

I enjoyed my time last week for many different reasons. The whole experience was just what I needed and exceptionally enjoyable. Every component of the programme was well thought through, intuitive and well organised. I learnt all that I needed to about nutrition, healthy eating and exercise, whilst taking onboard new challenges and feeling completely comfortable during my whole stay.

You helped me achieve my own goals reigniting my motivation to take care of myself in a sensible way and recognise the changes I need to make I could not have enjoyed my time more, the stunning scenery, the beautiful food, the great exercise routines, the balance of the days and the time to relax and pamper myself was all just perfect

We actually went to the So Spa (not So Fit - the review link came out here?) and it was an absolute treat.
We had the afternoon tea with manicure and cocktail deal and it was outstanding value for money.
Upon arrival we were shown to the beautiful spa area were a nice selection of tea and afternoon tea treats were provided. The surroundings are beautifully designed for the space and we relaxed immidiately. The staff was very kind, friendly and professional and the manicure was one of the best I have had. The strawberry martinis just topped it off! I will definitely be coming back especially if there is another deal on at this hotel. Top marks!

London's top personal training gym that house very good personal trainers that knows how to provide real results! The personal trainers in this London sports club were very knowledgeable in all aspects of personal training, fitness and weight loss. The staff were very accommodating also. Overall it was a satisfactory experience.

I had a very positive and motivational experience. Taking hikes in the country side was amazing, it was nice to breathe in fresh air and get a phenomenal workout at the same time.
It was definitely great value and money well spent.
The trainers and therapist were very experienced and I learned a lot of new things about how to benefit the most for my workouts as well as eating healthy delicious and filling foods. The meals that were prepared were very tasty and left me feeling full.
They provide a wide range of fitness routines throughout the day which are fun and the days fly by very fast. I loved the zumba, yoga, circuit training and trying new ways and routines of exercising that I never have before.
I feel detoxed and renewed with more energy than I've had in years!
I recommend this to anyone as there were wide range of ages, male and female with various levels of fitness and endurance during my stay.

we had really nice time and recomend it to everyone. the staff was very friendly and hotel facilities were amazing. we spend our day in an active way; in the gym, pool, steam room and jacuzzi. the localisation and views from the hotel were unforgetable. in one word - in was amazing.

I've been working with Michele for 9 months now, and finishing up my second training and nutrition transformation program. I've lost a total of 38 pounds working with her. She offered continuous support, educating me what challenges I would need to prepare for at different stages of my weight loss. I've had not really strength trained seriously with weights for a consistent period of time before working with her, her program was perfect in allowing me to progress incrementally. Now I love lifting weights and feel confident and comfortable to know what I'm doing and why I'm doing the exercises I'm doing in the gym. I love the way I look and feel now, and Ive got the tools and a whole new mindset on how to live fit.

With my internal medicine practice, I'm always advocating to my patients to improve their health, increase their energy levels, and prevent many complications by simply eating better, ie restrict their triglycerides, lower their saturated fat and to exercise daily. However, I now have a more comprehensive and detailed understanding of what 'sound nutrition' really means, understand strength training is an essential to aging well, and have a nutritionist, trainer I can refer patients too.

I went to the olde barn hotel with my friend, the room was really nice. On the day we went the jacuzzi was out of use but we had a jacuzzi in our room so I didnt really mind. On the day we had a massage and a facial this was probably what ruined our time there as everything else was good. The beauty therapists were really unprofessional, while I was having my massage and my friend was having her facial they were both giggling to themselves and the therapist actually had to keep stopping the treatment as she trying not to laugh so much. It was really unprofessional and the worst massage that I had ever had, they were like two little teenagers that had just come out of beauty college and it seemed like they had skipped their classes on how to behave when they have clients. On a more positive note the personal training session was really good.

I had a fantastic 5 days at the Hillmotts and would recommend the facility/experience to all of those who are keen to be educated in fitness and healthy lifestyle as well as those wanting to have a luxury pamper in the spa.

The staff were amazing, a lot of fun and understanding they really understood what may objectives were, and taught me that exercise and maintaining a health food balance can be exciting rather than daunting.
I left the facility feeling great, full of energy and most importantly motivated to sustain a healthy lifestyle.

I went to Hillmotts to kick-start my fitness regime, which had been sadly neglected over the winter months. I signed up for the 3 day fitness retreat, which started on a on Friday morning and finished on a Sunday afternoon. The mix of classes and fitness training gave an excellent workout - and I found muscles I didn't know I had! There were eight people in the group and there was always one and sometimes two trainers with us, offering support and encouragement. All of the group were fitter (and younger) than me, but it didn't matter. Everyone was encouraged to stretch beyond their own current level of fitness, rather than compete against one another... which worked perfectly for me. The three days were challenging and rigourous, but the outcome was exactly what I wanted... a huge sense of achievement and a renewed desire to continue to get fitter and healthier. The food was nutritious and the attention and support was excellent. I also enjoyed a body massage, which came at the end of the middle day and was just great! I will certainly go again, for a boost and to help maintain my focus.

Spent three days at Hillmotts on a fitness retreat. The experience was exhausting and exhilarating and physically shattering and absolutely brilliant. You never know what you can achieve until someone challenges but also encourages you as well as they do at Hillmotts. I worked out so hard for three days, I ate good healthy and very appetising meals, I spent as much time as possible exercising outdoors and spent the time with instructors who knew what they were talking about and were able to impart their knowledge in an interesting and entertaining way which meant that I remembered so much more of it! I also had lots of fun too! I recommend Hillmotts absolutely.

the therapy rooms at the sofit spa at the sofitel were in a beautiful setting , very elegantly furnished and spacious. The therapist who did our manicures was friendly and professional, wore uniforms and did a good job.
the afternoon tea was a nice treat too.

Incredibly hard work but in an encouraging and supportive environment. Murat really pushes you to your limit but also lets you set your own pace. I've never done a Bootcamp before but have really enjoyed it so far and would definitely recommend to friends.

I had the online Pete Cohen 6mth package. The review options don't include that so I put this under Personal Training. Overall, I think the videos are really motivational. They are not 'preachy' and are done in a really fun way. I found them helpful and would recommend the online programme.

watch out ,,, after you become member within the cancellation period , you asked them to cancel , they will not do that make sure you get the confirmation same time ,i have charged for allmost $ 895 .and they just play with you credit card. beaware iam still fighting get my money back,the staff is very creepy.

Tracy has a very clean fitness studio. She wipes off all her equipment between clients. It's so nice. She is a great trainer and I love her boot camps. Everyone who goes to the classes are friendly. It's a very comfortable but cool place. I wish Tracy well and many clients to benefit from her good work.

. Great looking open space and easy to be in with lots of natural day light. The atmosphere is not too charged so one can workout and relax. There js great Pilates and also yoga ....The juice bar is stocked with organic drinks and juices and the food different and healthy ... and the whole staff is professional and friendly and ready to help and attentive and quick .
The most brilliant however are the trainers ...I have now had four sessions with two different trainers and they are both tremendous . I am supposed to have knee surgery in two months from now however ,instead, I think I can avoid surgery for a few more years by working on my leg muscles strength and flexibility , with a goal to ski again next winter ! this would be amazing !! But I think it is possible ..
I am in my 50 s I feel stronger daily , I have less pain and i am determined to succeed and be out on the slopes again ...
I am truly optimistic and I am being helped in the right way .
Come and try !!!

The personal care and direction I am getting is truly amazing .
Well done Clay ! I will refer you to as many people as I can ..

I attended the Hillmotts 3 day retreat with 3 friends. It was an awesome intense 3 days, covering everything from TRX to Yoga and the Zumba class was brilliant fun. I would highly recommend it to anyone. The staff were first class.

Based in London Bridge, it took a little map hunting to find, but once there it was a well maintained fitness suite primarily for Power plates. I could probably see myself returning if they had good promotions for sessions as you get a good one-one training. Friendly, chatty non-English staff. Down to earth Ambience.

A great way to get back into shape after a long break. There were 19 of us in the group of different abilities and shapes. The training was tough, but the group is big and varied enough that you can train to your own max without feeling left out at any stage - whether your overall condition is better og worse than the average participant. It is an intense 1 hour and we only took breaks for water or taking close off when we got too hot (this is on a cold, windy and clammy February eve...).

I have only been to one so far, but already look forward to the next muddy encounter in the park and would recommend it to anybody who wants to get out and get some fresh air while giving your body a push in the right direction for the summer shape. 1 down, 7 to go - bring it on!

At the risk of sounding a complete saddo, BMF has CHANGED MY LIFE!!
I go up to 5 times a week and now have tip top fitness, and made loads of friends. I even carried on til 2 weeks before I gave birth to my second son!! There is nothing more motivating to push yourself that extra bit than an enthusiastic intructor and a group of people to race against. I love the sessions and have had the occasional minor injury (2 in five years), but still healthier than sitting on a fat bum watching Eastenders eh? The beginners group is quite easy and I have seen obese 60year olds enjoying the class (OK, perhaps "enjoying" only afterwards, but still they come back!). I'm just hoping they branch out to include a kid's BMF soon... it would be amazing.

After being a member there for more than a year (paying 100 £ a month) I can say that this club is a complete disappointment and I would not recommend it to anyone- they constantly run out of towels, dirty ones are left on the shower room floor for hours and the elevator has been in repairs for at least 3 months( it is a complete joke that they still have the nerve to put a ridiculous sign on the elevator saying " Things are looking up for our elevators!" are you for real??!) .With only one working and even that is broken sometimes. What is worse in the evenings it is so full you can hardly find a machine. But what really bothers me it their customer service. After they get you into a 12 month contract you are pretty much no-one to them. I tried to get my brother to come with me to the gym 1 time during the 12 month membership ( 1 time, 1 single time and I have not brought absolutely anyone to that gym before, so they can hardly accuse me of taking advantage of they "fancy" club) and they said they can not let him in without him paying 20£ for it. When you sign up they tell you that they give you 4 free guest passes in the fancy brochures but apparently they are valid for 3 months only (what is the logic in that if you try to attract new members??!) and I had not used even a single one during the whole year. Still they had the nerve to ask my brother for 20 £ even though in most gyms the first time you go there used to be free (like in most gyms). I was so annoyed by their lack of help and the way they addressed my request that it cost them my membership. Instead of spending money on fancy brochures they should find out what is the most important marketing tool- taking care of your clients, not to follow blindly some ridiculous rules that make very little sense under any circumstances.

was reluctant to go ,but it was a great idea,had lot of fun,met nice people,great program.
would recommend to anyone who wants to get more fit and does not like to go outside much since this might change it for good.Very enjoyable,usually I would avoid any exercises outdoors. Thank you

Here's my review of La Fitness Edgware. I'd like to point out that, in my opinion, they did a really stupid thing in their 'redecoration'. Firstly, no-one could go for a week. Secondly, almost nothing changed. EXCEPT they covered up the windows. Previously you could exercise and look out the window onto the street below. No-one on the street could see in. Now, it is a lot more claustrophobic. I actually joined this gym rather than Fitness First or Golds in Harrow because they didn't have windows! Anyway, that's a personal gripe. Here's the review:

Getting there:
I don't drive so I can't comment on parking but I've heard finding a parking space is tricky.
Right opposite the bus station and underground train station.

Staff:
Most are friendly, some are indifferent. There is no-one I would say I disliked. A quck hello when I walk in and a good-bye when I leave is pretty much the only contact I have with them.

Equipment:
Standard stuff, it's quite small really. I've been to Fitness First in Harrow which is much bigger. If you go at peak times you will have to expect a wait to get on the machines (treadmills, etc. and weights).

Classes:
I don't go to any. During the day you will often hear announcements that classes are starting and places are available. I don't know if they get more packed in the evening.

Changing rooms:
Only seen the mens obviously. They are clean and the lockers are a reasonable size. You must bring a padlock they don't have the 'returnable pound coin' system. They will sell you a combination padlock for a fiver if you don't have one but you can bring your own. There is one cubicle for shy men or for men with children.

Toilets:
Without being crude, I'd only use the urinals. There are two cubicles and one always appears to be blocked. Very often someone hasn't flushed.

Showers:
Not good. Firstly they smell. It's a kind of mushroomy, fungal smell that isn't at all pleasant as you can imagine. It's not overpowering but hangs unpleasanty in the background. The temperature ranges from freezing to just about warm. I have yet to be a hot one. There are about 10 showers (with screens, not all in a row in the open) and if more than 3 are in use the water pressure seems to drop along with the temperature.

Price:
Around £45 a month

Signing up:
They certainly go for the hard sell. As soon as you walk upstairs to see what the place is like they have you filling out forms and act as if you are signing up there and then. It really is the hard sell. It goes something like this:

You: I'm thinking of joining the gym, can I take a look around.

Them: Please take a seat here and fill out this form.

You: Well, I don't know if I want to join yet, what is the monthly fee?

Them: Fill out the form and I get someone to give you a tour.

You: OK.

[A member of staff takes you on a quick tour of the gym and back to the saleswoman.]

Them: OK, I've processed your form. You will be issued with a membership card now, and I can also give you this welcome pack that contains... [she then goes through everything in the pack]

You: Well, I don't know if I want to join yet?

Them: Do you have any questions?

You: How much do I have to pay a month?

Them: [she then tells you, and ends with...] if you pay the first installment now with cash or credit card you can start using the gym straight away.

[she then sits and stares at you until you either get up and walk out or pay the first installment and get your membership card].

I suppose this is how they think they'll get the most members and it probably is.

All-in-all if you want a gym that you can turn up to and do your thing then leave. If you want it to be in Edgware because that's the most convenient. And you'll do most your exercising during the day. Then La Fitness is OK. That is, it'll do the job.

Murat definitely knows his stuff, he's also super-fit and 100% vigilant - he manages to keep track of what every individual is doing, ensures their technique is correct and is constantly encouraging. He has a lovely manner and I would definitely recommend him as a trainer. Each session is different so no danger of boredom. A few of the group have been training with Murat for quite some time but it's not at all cliquey - I was made to feel welcome right away. The park is muddy, so wear waterproof clothes if you have them and be prepared to get dirty.