January is the month with the highest number of sign-ups for gyms; the advent of a new year sees people setting new goals. Thankfully, London has an impressive range to offer. As gyms have grown in popularity, their offerings have expanded in scope and variation. Throughout society, there is an increased onus on the importance of health and fitness, and thanks to this shift, we are starting to see an emergence of upmarket, luxury gyms.
Today, gyms go beyond traditional workout spaces; they now offer a host of wellness services, as well as a diverse range of classes and innovative new equipment. Many spaces offer delicious healthy options to refuel after exercising and increasingly include wellness areas for relaxation and unwinding after a workout. Here, we have rounded up the best of the best. Whether you’re seeking luxury, variation, or more of a boutique feel, there is something for everyone in London’s ever-growing wellness space.
Work out with the stars at Third Space
Third Space is arguably the most luxurious gym in London. With multiple sites across the city, the gym has built a legion of loyal fans thanks to all it has to offer.
Third Space feels more like a private members club than a gym, thanks to its exclusive atmosphere. The classes are run by seasoned experts, and you can tell. To teach at Third Space, you have to have a minimum of two years of training experience. It's no wonder everyone from Prince Harry to David Beckham has been spotted frequenting the hottest - and sweatiest - spot in town. On top of the usual workout machinery, one would expect from an upmarket gym, there is also a boxing ring, a sprinting track, and even a rock climbing wall. After you’ve worked out, you can unwind in the gym’s expansive showers, which are fully stocked with Cowshed products.
Enjoy razor-sharp tech at Lanserhof at The Arts Club
Dubbed "the world’s first medical gym", Lanserhof uses expert guidance and advice from fitness advisors. Not only that, but technology is incorporated to track your results, helping tailor your workouts, and ensuring you reach your maximum potential. A dedicated personal trainer meticulously tracks your progress and creates a program that emphasises a broad range of methodologies to ensure you get a complete body workout based on your needs as an individual.
The space also offers holistic treatments to support you alongside your fitness journey, which includes acupuncture and cryotherapy to ensure you leave feeling your very best.
A holistic approach at Workshop at the Bulgari Hotel
Workshop Gym is founded on a commitment to a luxury, new global health experience. Founded by Hani Farsi, a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist, and Lee Mullins, one of the most sought-after trainers in the world, the first Workshop Gym was within the prestigious Bulgari Hotel. It rapidly went on to receive a number of accolades, resulting in the Gym expanding to the Bulgari Hotel in Milan before growing to now have locations in Bali, Dubai, Paris, and Tokyo.
You’ll be guided by experts through an invigorating, all-encompassing workout, and there are plenty of options depending on your goals. Whether it be yoga, pilates, or even Water Barre (a class that incorporates traditional ballet techniques in water for the ultimate workout), Workshop Gym will cater to all your fitness needs. Once you’ve finished, you can unwind in Bulgari’s impressive swimming pool and spa area. You’ll leave feeling like a new person.
Drop into Bodyspace, a private club in Knightsbridge
Bodyspace is much more than a gym; it’s a private wellness club that offers bespoke programmes and support through every step to ensure you reach your full potential. Privacy and discretion ensure you can focus on what really matters when you’re at the gym, achieving your fitness goals, and the dedicated staff will ensure you feel comfortable and supported every step of the way.
Equinox’s empire is ever-growing, and it’s easy to see why
Billed as the place "where luxury and wellness meet," the Equinox gym has outlets across North America and the UK, and it is evident why the gym is such a success. Equinox has carefully curated the experience so you feel looked after through every stage of your fitness journey. From expert trainers, through to the latest equipment, but also - beyond your workout. There are classes dedicated to stretch and recovery, as well as a spa which offers sports massages, cryotherapy, and customised massages.
The different spaces are designed to be unique and bespoke to the club's location, with each one having immaculately maintained studios with pristine equipment. The carefully curated spaces will inspire you to achieve your goals.
