Innovative Gyms: Manchester Edition

Some people might think that all gyms are the same, you go there, you lift some heavy stuff or get your heart racing and that’s the end of it, but those people are wrong. You'd be surprised at how innovative and unique some of Manchester's gyms can be. Here are four of the most promising ones that we’d recommend trying out if you’re looking to make a fresh start when it comes to your workouts.

Motion Training

Address: Unit B, 5 Ewell Road, Surbiton, KT6 6AB

Website: MotionTraining.co.uk

Head Coach: Grace Lilley

Motion training is a brilliant facility that is led by coaches that really do walk the walk. Grace and her team have been to the CrossFit games multiple times and instil their training philosophy right throughout their membership. A cool facility with great coaches and an amazing training ethos makes for a top-class facility that you'll want to keep showing up at.

Trafford Fit

Address: Unit 1 Blue Chip Business Park, Atlantic Street, Altrincham, WA14 5DD

Website: Trafford.Fit

Trafford fit is a fun and inspiring facility. With a strong emphasis on enjoying your sessions at Trafford fit, it really is a welcoming facility that has a strong community that encourages each other. With a cool set-up and an enthusiastic and motivating team, this place oozes fun and enjoyment with every session delivered.

The Strength Collective

Address: 74-80 George St, Altrincham WA14 1RF

Website: TheStrengthCollectiveAltrincham.com

The team behind The Strength Collective, based in Altrincham, have created more than just a state-of-the-art gym. They’ve created a safe and enthusiastic community and a space where you can push yourself hard then go for a coffee and a catch-up, or just to post-up and work remotely either pre or post-session. The sleek black and exposed brickwork on the gym floor conveys a place that means business and a subtle industrial vibe encourages you to put the work in.

Project You

Address: 14 The Downs, Altrincham, WA14 2PU

Website: https://www.thisisprojectyou.co.uk 

A private small group and 1-2-1 facility based in Altrincham that gives you the perfect balance between boutique and serious business. With a real focus on bespoke and interactive training, this small but mighty facility is perfect for those people who want the personal touch when embarking on their own fitness journey. The team here go so far above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and encouraged that you have to see their efforts to believe it.

If you’re a gym goer or even a gym owner, and you think we’ve missed your gym off, get in touch, we’ll be highlighting some of the best workout facilities across the UK over the next several months, so if we’ve missed some good ones we’re happy to be proven wrong. Let us know what’s special about yours, what sets your gym and your team about from other gyms and your favourite thing about