It can be really hard to find the right Gym for you, especially if you’ve recently moved to the area, or haven’t been to one before. Not to mention intimidating, as no doubt you will feel like you might not belong when you first start going to a gym. Luckily, attitudes towards body image and confidence have somewhat shifted, as there is a unanimous feeling of support and respect between most gym goers no matter your body type, or your goals. This is none more so present than in the gyms listed below, with environmentally friendly gyms, communities, personalised workout experiences and more among the features in this carefully curated list of the best gyms in Brighton. So pop a squat and read on to see where the best fit for you is.
F45
Endorsed by David Beckham, yet hailing from Australia, F45 is unlike a standard gym, operating predominantly through classes. They encourage a varied mix of workouts to help you exercise to your fullest potential. Focussing on teamwork, and encouraging a sense of community, there’s a team behind you every time you train. With community as the heartbeat of the F45 mindset, every member, no matter their ability, motivates and pushes each other. Everyone’s in the same boat; trying to stay healthy and work out. The F45 philosophy is based around their 45-minute, functional workouts, aiming to give you the most efficient bang for your buck and time possible.
They aim to burn up to 750 calories per 45-minute session, with full-body workouts, improving “energy levels, metabolic rate, strength and endurance. It’s everything you could want in a workout, with faster, efficient results. It can be intense, but with their encouraging, down-to-earth community, you won’t have to be alone on your fitness journey.
The workouts can be modified based on your current fitness and strength levels should you not quite feel physically or mentally ready for the more intensive sessions. A huge selling point for me, is the focus on innovation and evolution, as their classes change and adapt to both yourself and the community, making each work out fresh, new and exciting.
Lastly, they offer a 45-day challenge package for quick results. Featuring nutritional planning, healthy, workout-fuelling meals, high-intensity workouts both in-house and encouraged at home, community support and a personalised tracking app to help you stay on track for your goals, and get to the finish line.
You can even order pre-made calorifically bon-a-fide and nutritionally sound meals to your door. It’s a great solution to perhaps the biggest obstacle to your goals, not wanting to cook after a workout and succumbing to a takeaway, setting back much of your progress in one fell swoop.
Naturally, with such an extensive list of bonuses, it’s on the pricier side at £65 per month, but the reviews and the results many have seen through their unique approach to workouts make it a worthwhile price to pay.
Address: Unit 4 – 5, Temple House, 5 Fleet St, Brighton, BN1 4HB
Website: f45training.co.uk
Fitness Hub
Winner of The Argus’ 2019 best gym in Sussex, Fitness Hub is a well-regarded gym with plenty of glowing reviews. Their remit is to provide the best Personal Trainer to client experience that they can. Of course a personal trainer is not a necessity and with a wide range of facilities, it has everything you could ever want in a gym.
In-house injury Therapist and Physio, multiple fine-tuned classes, all the equipment you could need, and even an open training rig with an indoor Astro-track! Their classes range from entry-level foundation courses to their “legendary” Spartan classes. Naturally, if a gym is centring its identity around personal training, it needs an extensively trained team and a variety of training options.
Thanks to their team of more than 10 personal trainers, all with varying expertise and methods, you can find the perfect personal training program for your needs. They aim to please, and only wish to facilitate your personal goals. The nightmare of feeling overwhelmed or overworked by personal trainers is the antithesis of the Fitness Hub mentality, as they only serve to motivate you in a way that feels manageable. Physical health and your goals are important, but not important enough to come as a detriment to your mental health. A value their team of Personal Trainers staunchly believes in.
Prices start at £37.50, which includes access to classes, weekly personal training and a full unlimited Gym membership. Value-wise, it’s a comparatively great price for a package that includes personal training at a gym that boasts such a high-quality team of experts.
Address: Unit 7-8, Circus Parade, New England Rd, Brighton, BN1 4GW
Website: www.fitnesshubbrighton.com
WTF4
WTF4 is perfect for those wanting a personalised workout experience, or want to go to a gym, but feel intimidated by too many other people. With a focus on 1-to-1 appointments, and small group training, you can work out without anxiety and get in shape in a manner tailored to make you as comfortable as possible. With the small group session, each member has their own fully stocked exercise station and has a maximum capacity of Four people.
They believe in quality over quantity, as they promise not only satisfaction but results, with a money-back guarantee. Built around their all-encompassing workout stations, every individual is comfortably catered for, no matter their personal needs. You can book a free 1-to-1 consultation and a free 14-day trial, so nothing is stopping you from trying them out for yourself.
The gym is class-based, in which you pay for Personal trainer sessions or Classes, there is a membership for £99 a month, which is a lot, but includes unlimited access to classes and Personal Trainers. If you use it a few times a week you’d very quickly make that investment worth it, as their Personal training sessions start at £50 for one, and their classes start at £15 per class.
Address: 1a St Peter’s St, Brighton, BN1 4GR
Website: www.wtf4.co.uk
Green Gym Group
It’s an idea out of a utopian Sci-fi, in a pre-dystopian timeline, every time you work out here you help the planet and offset your carbon footprint. Transforming human energy into electricity through state-of-the-art equipment and “putting it back into the grid”, you need not feel any guilt for working out.
There’s plenty more to this gym than just its green philosophy, as they have a wealth of exercise equipment, knowledgeable and experienced personal trainers and a welcoming atmosphere, without the sense of intimidation that many typical gyms exude.
With a calm, relaxed vibe, you’ll find a much less stressful atmosphere, if typical gym environments make you more tense than the workout itself, Green Gym Group is for you. With all the benefits of a typical gym, without the headache-inducing, daunting atmosphere designed for gym fanatics.
Their prices are incredibly affordable, proving that green, eco-friendly sustainable business is not more expensive, as their 6-month membership comes in at just £22.00, making it the cheapest on the list. If the 6 months seems too much of a commitment, they offer a 3-month membership, 30-day rolling membership, and a 3-day pass, for £26.95, £32.95 and £10.00 respectively.
Address: 39, 40 St James’s St, Kemptown, Brighton, BN2 1RG
Website: greengymgroup.com
Underground Gym
Underground Gym is another award-winner, winning 2019’s Best Independent Gym on the South Coast award. Aiming to provide an environment open to all prospective clients, Underground Gym is committed to supporting your journey to achieving the goals you have set. As with all of the gyms on this list, there is once again an extensive range of equipment and free weights on location, to help you make gains in whichever area you desire.
If you are struggling with willpower, or simply need a routine planned for you to get going, their highly trained personal trainers can attend and adjust to your every need. Further still, they provide trailblazing gym facilities, fitness and even combat classes. With a range of abilities and ages catered for in said classes, there’s no reason to feel out of place. Pricing comes in at £45 for a membership or £55 when including classes.
Address: 8 Camden St, Portslade, Brighton, BN41 1AW
Website: www.underground-gym.com
The Gym Group
If you need a 24/7 affordable gym without the rigmarole of contracts and don’t mind going to a nationally recognised chain, The Gym Group has locations across the country for an affordable price. Located on Madeira Drive this gym boasts over 180 pieces of equipment and more than 40 classes a week.
With the bargain price of £24.99 a month, you’ll have access to unlimited training and free classes. Should you opt for the slightly pricier membership at £30.98, you gain extra benefits such as access to any of their gyms across the country, Unlimited access to workouts and exercise/meal plans, bonus discounts, the ability to bring a friend for free once a week and fitness/body composition tracking.
For a standard gym experience, with more than adequate access to equipment, and everything you’d expect in a gym, The Gym Group is a good bet for those wanting an affordable option, and are just happy for a typical gym experience.
Address: 97-104 London Rd, Brighton, BN1 4JF
Website: www.thegymgroup.com
Best student gym in Brighton
Sussexsport at the University of Sussex
Sussexsport Gym in Brighton stands out as a premier fitness destination, offering a comprehensive range of facilities and services that cater to university students, staff and the public.
Boasting a weightlifting room equipped with four platforms, a state-of-the-art strength and conditioning room with a bespoke multi-purpose training rig and various workout stations, this is not just any student gym.
The gym also provides a cardio room, a resistance room with a matted area and Life Fitness equipment, and an InBody machine for body composition analysis—all free for members to use. Changing rooms with showers and complimentary hairdryers ensure a convenient post-workout experience.
Memberships are available starting from an affordable £12.08 per month for students and £23.75 per month for the public. What sets Sussexsport apart is its membership options, offering Gold, Silver, and Bronze, as well as monthly group fitness classes catering to different preferences and schedules. From Pilates and Zumba to Aerial Yoga and Circuits, the extensive class schedule provides a range of options for members to achieve their fitness goals.
Address: University of Sussex, Sportcentre Rd, Falmer, Brighton, BN1 9RB
Website: http://www.sussex.ac.uk/sport/
