That's it, I'm addicted to Bikram Yoga!!…read more I've always wanted to like yoga but have quite often struggled with it in the past. When I dedicate time to exercise, I want to work up a sweat and feel like I'm really getting the benefit. And as lovely as it is to lie on the floor, feeling the connection with certain parts of my body, I just don't feel like I'm getting value for my time and money. Bikram, however, is different. This is a 90 minute yoga class completed in a room heated to 45 degrees that works muscles in your body that you never knew existed. Boy, did I ache after my first couple of classes! The session involves 2 breathing exercises and 26 postures, all of which are repeated twice. You move between the postures quite quickly, and with the addition of the heat you get a really good cardiovascular workout, at the same time as improving your core strength and flexibility. The class is designed to balance and strengthen every system in the body, to promote weight loss, prevent injury and illness, and limit the effects of aging. At the risk of sounding very new-worldy, it's also supposed to promote mental clarity and reduce stress by developing concentration, self control, patience and determination. All of the teachers at BITL are fantastic. They are very knowledgeable and encouraging. They learn everyone's name quickly and will help you reach the correct postures during the class to make sure you are getting the maximum benefit without the risk of injury. They are also always available before and after the class for a chat and advise if needed. The room here is spacious and the front wall is lined with mirrors which really helps you to connect and focus during the class. The room can be a little smelly and it's best not to think of the volume of sweat that is soaked into the carpet! There are shower rooms and communal showers for use afterwards although these can get busy. Maximum class size is about 30 and there is a good mix of ladies and gents. Classes are quite expensive, about £13 for a drop in session, but you can also bulk buy classes or get an unlimited monthly package. They also have great discounts on introduction packages. There are usually four classes spread throughout the day so it's easy to fit into most schedules. There are mats and towels to rent, and drinks, snacks, books and kit available to buy. Bikram is a yoga revelation for me. It feels like you are getting a complete detox as well as a good workout. It's even encouraged me to eat healthier and reduce my alcohol intake - this probably won't last, but might as well make the most of it while I'm motivated! The only negative for me is the location. The studio is right in the centre of town so getting there can be a nightmare, especially at weekends, and parking is an extra cost on the already pricey classes.

I am the first to admit I am not a fitness freak. I'll give anything a go, but I usually lose…read moreinterest in anything exercise-related after about 3 attempts, however, I feel like Bikram in the Lanes deserves some more credit so I'm going to give it to them. It's a great place for all you yoga experts and novices. So, lets just clarify - Bikram yoga consists of 90 mins of intense yoga (26 different positions) in a hot and humid room. The heat and humidity mean that the positions are less intense on your muscles (it's surprising how un-achy you feel the next day) and also detox your body. Because of the heat - you will sweat like you've never sweated before - you do need to wear as little as possible - bikinis are ideal, though I opted for teeny weenie shorts and a sports bra. Also, water is a must, a big old bottle of it. The classes are run by a selection of teachers, all very well trained and from various parts of the world. They really know what they're doing, and keep a close eye on the Bikram 'freshers', encouraging them to take a minute out if it's all getting too much. Unlike some yoga schools I've been to, the room is modern and recently decorated, and doesn't smell of feet. That's always a plus. They also have yoga mats and towels to rent, and clean changing rooms and showers (much needed). Bikram is expensive, more so than other types of yoga, however it is a very long work out. Bikram in the Lanes offer an unlimited deal for beginners too, so you can see if you like it before signing up for anything long term. Bikram is really worth going to just for the experience, and Bikram in the Lanes is a great place to get started.

I was lucky enough to have BendFitMend recommended to me prior to running the 2015 Brighton…read moreMarathon, so I booked in to have a sport 60, this is an assisted stretch followed by a massage. It was a superb experience I was welcomed into a beautiful space and made to feel so special that I walked out feeling 10 ft tall. I am sure my race time benefited significantly from this! I have since returned and now have a monthly massage which is a lovely gift to myself. In addition to this I have also experienced some of the other offerings that this studio provides: -Lunchtime Stretch class I like them so much I go twice a week -Yoga classes These are superbly planned and executed -Partner Yoga Workshops I could go on about these all day they need to be experienced to be believed. Amanda offers so much to all abilities and at such a reasonable price I can't recommend her highly enough, please visit, as it is a gift to your mind body and soul.

From the owner: 1-2-1 bespoke fitness sessions and customised treatments…read more Yoga + Stretch all levels. Corporate - local and national.

Do not waste your time or money going to Yoga Haven. You may get there just to find yourself going…read morestraight home again. Picture this: it's Sunday morning. Our ten month old looks like going down for a nap and I might just get a chance to get out of the house for a yoga class. This is something I've been looking forward to for a while. It could even be a high point of my day. I've had the privilege of learning from some wonderful gurus and the 10am flow class, marked *not for beginners, looks right up my alley. So I grab my mat bag, jump on my bike and pedal 15 minutes. It's now five to ten. I press the buttom on the intercom, heady with anticipation. I wait. Then I hear a voice from above me, not from the speaker: "This is the ten o'clock class. There's no more room. We're about to start," I hear. I step back to see some lady shut a window as she mutters a muted "Sorry." That's it. Not even a "Please come back later." Nothing. No mention on the website of classes filling up. No system for reserving a spot. No "Terribly sorry, come back next week and the class is on us." Complete waste of time.

My parents have been members of La Fitness (previously 'Dragons') for around 10 years and have only…read morerecently moved to FitForAll gym nearby; as La Fitness, since under new management, has gone downhill. However, I wished to join La Fitness (for weight training and cardio) as it has good facilities such as Squash Courts, Tennis Courts, Pool, ect. Having been a member since September I have seen positives from the gym; such as the facilities, the amount of classes availible and some young friendly staff (20%). On the other hand, I have experienced many negagivtes such as rude, "lairy" staff, new rules being created for friend free passes they issued, and worsed of all the amount of breakages taking overly long to be fixed: - Sauna ... 6 weeks - Single Cable Machine ... 3 weeks -Glass back Squash court ... 7 weeks - Chest Press ... 2 weeks - Dangerous Untightened dumbells .... Continuous - Upstairs Air.Con ... 2 weeks x 2 -Upstairs water fountain (water is warm) ... 2 weeks - Upstairs Cable Cross - 1 week and counting - Freeweight Leg Press - 5 weeks and counting - 80% of staff rude - continuous Untightened Dumbells - This lets me now give you the example of one of my friends who also attends La Fitness - He was using the 40kg dumbells assured that as La Fitness are a safety checked gym he would be safe, however one of them snapped in half narrowly missing the person spotting him and then fractured his wrist... How can anyone feel safe in this environment. I appreciate that times are hard and a lot of buisnesses are struggalling in the present financial climate, however I think it is ridiculous that a gym of not a very high standard can charge between 30 - 60 pounds a month when the opening hours are poor(having been reduced recently). As they have made such a substancial reduction in the opening hours, I would like to pressume they would fairly reduce all members monthly pay accordingly. I do not understand how they can need to reduce opening hours; if it is because of money then the managers must clearly be doing something wrong as there are gyms such as 'The Gym' in Brighton open 24/7 and only charge 15.99 a month. To conclude, the reason I have spent my time writing this review is because I would be in the gym right now but La Fitness being 'tight' have cut their opening and closing times as it is not money efficient for them (i just travelled all the way to the gym to have to read a note on the desk saying GYM CLOSED); this consequents in lots of angry , unsatisfied customers like me. Therefore I look forward to training at a good, friendly gym such as others in my local area (Cheetas, FitForAll, The Gym, ect). Do not miss understand this review as 100% negativity; La Fitness gym has a huge amount of potential and met the requirements needed when it was Dragons but has been ruined by frankly rubbish managment over the past 4-5 years. Tom Mann

This LA Fintess gym (formerly Dragons Health Club) has a range of facilities including a gym,…read moretennis and squash courts, a pool, sauna and steam room, a solarium, and a bar and restaurant. Its quite small and therefore you get to know the other members quite easily, especially if you do some of the group classes in the studio. The pool is quite small, but it does the job!