aw! I love this super cute gym! they offer yoga, body…read morebalance, zumba, pilates all the classes I love and the trainers there are so helpful and nice! they also have boxing, circuit class .... its endless I just really love working out there

Pool or pulpit...that is the question!…read more Here at the Virgin Active in Repton Park, they placed a swimming pool right inside a church...how cool is that? When I first entered the pool I was really taken aback and quite mesmerized - it felt a little sacrilegious, but at the same time I very much enjoyed swimming in this beautiful environment. The gym area itself is also quite neat, as you sweat underneath a prettily-decorated vaulted ceiling. There's plenty of exercise equipment, although the weight-lifting area is a little small. This Virgin Active gym is in Repton Park, which was the site of the fomrer Claybury Hospital - a psychiatric hospital. Apparently there's still the ghosts of the past haunting these premises....

I joined this Virgin as it is my local club about a month ago. This Virgin club is nestled within…read morethe closed community (Repton Park), the best way to get here would be by car, although there is a bus stop just outside Repton Park it is still quite a walk when you are inside. This gym has a Costa Coffee inside next to the reception that also includes food (this can get slightly irritating when working out and smelling food) o_O The gym has quite a few treadmills, bikes, rowing machines, free weights, TRX etc, each machine has a tv screen with the ability to plug in your IPhone/IPod which allows you to listen to your music but also you can store your workout data to your phone too. The most amazing area in this gym is the swimming pool, it is absolutely stunning, the whole gym used to be a chapel for the mental institution, so the decor inside is beautiful. Within the pool area, you also have the sauna and steam room, along with some sun loungers and some juice to drink. The only gripe I have is that there is no air-conditioning (but I don't think there is anything they can do about that due to the building structure).

Amazing I really had a great day afternoon tea was lovely. I actually really enjoyed going alone…read moreaswell. For your mental health maybe try to do things differently.

Best gym in the area. Super friend club and staff. New equipment, lovely pool, classes, jacuzzi,…read moresteam room, and sauna. Lovely location. Not a chain and it shows. Treat yourself.

I'm a member back in the states at one of the founding locations. This location was friendly and…read moreset up well. There are no water bottles to purchase but they did have a water foundation with paper cups you can use. Class was just like back home. Nice to know the workout concept is kept across the pond.

Fabulous studio! I'm a preferred member in the states and this was my first time to this studio…read more The membership we have in the states is not transferable so I had to pay $18 for a session. Bummer, but oh well ‍ Ive been traveling for almost 6 days now and really needed to take a class. The girl at the front desk was extremely welcoming and sweet. Showed me around the studio (lockers, toilets, etc). They have actual locks for your lockers here! Such a plus! No water bottles for purchase here. They do however, offer you towels. Andy was the coach. He is such a motivator and extremely cute! Haha. His music was fast tempo and constantly pushed his members to give their best. I'll definitely come back!

Been a member for 18 months and the experience is getting increasingly frustrating. The workout…read moreexperience in Third Space Soho is not worth the premium price you pay. This is a premium gym, yet the space is relatively small. Recently it's clear the focus has shifted on acquisition rather than retention of members, resulting in the following pain points: - Changing rooms get super crowded: hard to find a free locker, bumping into other people post shower due to sheer lack of space, frequently having to queue for hairdryers - Queueing (behind up to 5 people) for the showers - Temperature issues in the women's changing rooms this winter: the door to the swimming pool is propped open, creating a cold draught in the pool and in the women's shower area. At regular intervals there's showers don't have warm water (worsening shower queues) - Due to overselling of classes happening at prime time there are no treadmills available at from 8AM to 8:45AM every day My husband and I were mid workout this morning, when the personal trainer positioned herself in front of our treadmills, weaved her hands and very rudely shouted "YOU NEED TO STOP NOW!". She and her colleague forced us of the treadmill mid-run, saying that they need it for the class and that there are no treadmills available between 8 and 8:45AM daily. When asked whether that means we can't do our workouts in the future he said "yes, it does, I am sorry. We tried to get more treadmills but it was not possible". So here we are, two fully paying members dishing out £430/month, being told we can't do our workouts. Given their recent focus on acquisition they need to look into expanding their space or stop accepting new members. Treadmills are basic gym equipment and need to be available for members - either limit the class spaces, get more treadmills or expand the gym.

This gym belongs on Star Trek. It has everything. When you have the use of a hypoxic chamber to…read moresimulate high altitude training, you know you will want for nothing. There is a good sized pool, pilates studio and a huge array of classes like Rockstar Bollywood and Burlesque. In truth I could go on for ever with what this gym has. If you can afford it and you live or work locally you should check this gym out. To become a member at London's most high tech gym will cost you £30-£120 per month.

Was able to use this gym on. Three day trip I was on in London the hotel was very close so going to…read morethe gym was very effortless

Almost all the other reviews here mention that this is not a place to come to get fit from scratch…read more If you are not at least an intermediate level of fitness you almost certainly won't be able to get through a class and may hurt yourself if not experienced with weights as the demonstrations are very quick. It would also be pretty demoralising! I just came here as it was arranged by friends but it was def too much for me and kind of hurt my confidence even though I've been doing really well to recover from a broken leg. That aside it's a very effective full on work out and combines cardio and strength/resistance training which is a very efficient way to spend an hour. I can totally see how you could burn 1000 calories an hour here (as they suggest) if you are doing pushing yourself to the max. The trainer offers 3 different speeds for treadmill work so there is some flexibility, although there's no easy option! I wouldn't recommend this if you don't like a fairly aggressive (although encouraging) style of training or loud music - you'd be better off outdoors or at yoga (which is my general preference!) - but for what this sets out to be it's really good. There are also some really nice aftercare features - the changing rooms are nicely done with Malin + Goetz shampoo, conditioner and shower gel (although not a lot of room to change!) and they have some delicious smoothies which you can pre order - the one with mango and banana was gorgeous!

The Marshall Street Leisure Centre is a community gym, pool, and day spa owned by the Westminster…read moreCouncil. It recently re-opened after a major refurbishment. The 25m pool is stunning---a relic of Victorian leisure and is worth a quick glance even if you don't go for a dip. It's conveniently located on a side street, moments from Carnaby Street & Oxford Circus. As the complex is owned by the council, it is remarkably affordable...most memberships start in the 40 pound range without any sort of long-term contract or commitment. They also do day passes if you just want to drop in and use the pool. In the pricey world of London gyms this is really amazing value. However, the low price comes with some draw-backs and the centre doesn't draw the same posh crowd found at 3rd Space or the Oxford Street Virgin Active. Marshall Street can also be crazy busy after work. Try coming here at 7pm and you will queue a bit to get a treadmill or to the free weights (the free weight section is small with only 2 benches). That said, come on a Saturday or Sunday and the gym will be virtually empty! If you're looking for an affordable no-frills gym with central London's most stunning pool, The Marshall Street Leisure Centre needs to be on your sort-list.

For the gym: Staff is pleasant, nice equipment but for the love of God no one picks up after…read morethemselves here. Aren't we all adults? Re-rack your weights people.

Milena and Dakhota helped me out massively when I got injured during a workout in Marylebone. They…read morewere highly attentive and proactive in getting me the necessary medical aid that I needed even though it was late in the evening and past closing time. Super grateful for the both of them!

Wow. Have you found…read moreyourself avoiding gyms because they conjure up the image of "gerbil on wheel" and perhaps even a persistent feeling of inadequacy every time you gaze upon the neatly stacked barbells, as if they were the ones ready to pile themselves onto your fleshy, unexperienced body and bury you in your own foolishness for ever walking through the door?!?! Well. I don't know what to tell you, other than this: The Third Space is an amazing place. It is attached to the Hotel Marylebone, which is how I came across it, and guests at the hotel have full access to its amenities. It is so well designed that I felt right at home as I walked in. You have a friendly receptionist and plenty of friendly (built)(handsome) personal trainers on hand, ready to help. There is one person on duty just to make sure you know how to use the machines, and I was so grateful for his anything-but-snobby attitude when I asked how to work the elliptical. There is music pumping and a little spin class area with top of the line bikes that looks like a bit of a disco with its flashing lights. The pool has an adjacent steam room (eucalyptus mint essence infused in the steam) and the dressing rooms have dry saunas. You would be crazy not to take full advantage of this place. I loved the yoga and step classes I took in their small dance studio during my stay: the teachers were personable and motivating, while the attendees were all friendly to one another - felt like a good community of people. The changing rooms are comfortable, with hair dryers and straighteners, incredible showers, and an impeccably clean environment. The towels are large and plush. I would recommend the hotel for many reasons, but the opportunity to come back to The Third Space the next time I am in London makes staying anywhere else seem silly. Do not miss out on this amazing facility!

I've been training here for 6 months, really love this gym. There is all necessary equipment to…read morework out. The manager and other staff are polite and friendly, also really like the fact that there are no lines for using equipment

I'm not as enamored by this gym as other reviewers, but I will say that it's OK…read more Back in the States, I was a member of the YMCA. Though Y's aren't known for being glamourous or particularly well-equipped, the ones that I frequented in Delaware and Maryland were amazing. I hoped to find a similar gym in my neighborhood, but quickly learned that gyms of that caliber are very expensive. Instead, I chose price & location over equipment and signed on with Fitness4Less. In September, they ran a student promotion for three months of membership for £69 cash. While that is clearly more expensive that £14.99** per month, I was able to avoid setting up direct debit for the UK bank account that I hadn't established yet. I appreciate that there is rarely (never?) a wait for equipment. I can use the elliptical or free weights whenever my heart desires. The reason that I gave this place only 4 stars is because of the limited morning classes Mon-Fri. In the evening (after 5pm), there is a class almost every hour. The range includes yoga, muy thai fighting, zumba, body conditioning, and krav maga. In the morning, there is one pilates and one core conditioning classes *per week*. The rest of the morning classes are spinning. While I enjoy spinning, I find that the bikes are too small for my tall frame (5'9''). I wish that the variety of evening classes was replicated in the morning. On a positive note: the weekend morning classes are great, especially Bogusha's pilates class. She may be over 60-years-old, but she seriously works your body! **The monthly fee is now £15.99/mo.

Love this gym! Great classes and welcoming atmosphere with people of all ages. Gorgeous Victorian…read morewindows let lots of light in.

Nice range of equipment - I only use the cardio and rowing machines, which are in good working…read moreorder. The main reason I joined this gym is that they have the Milon circuit system, I think it's a great all round workout and would recommend you popping down to have a free induction! Prices are reasonable (£50 a month), however they have cheaper deals for students, over 55's and those who work at the nearby Royal Free Hospital. The ladies changing room can get Quite busy and I think and extractor fan would be useful, as well as a drying mat by the showers (i have slipped over quite badly on the floor) I have suggested these to the gym so hopefully they will consider these changes.