The Allwell centre is run by Glenn Cumiskey, who is a Shaolin Monk, with skills in a wide variety…read moreof martial arts. He also does personal training, and runs group training sessions on Friday afternoons. He uses Eastern philosophies mixed with a thorough understanding of western science and biology, and mixes it all together with great classes. The classes and the training sessions have a really fun atmosphere, with the Friday sessions in particular a great way to get fit - and you'll never look at play ground equipment the same way.

This gym had a much needed refurbishment at the start of the year, sadly the new colour scheme is…read moregrey....and grey....with splashes of red here and there....oh how I long for the bright colour scheme of old! I've been a member of this gym for about 7 years now (you wouldn't think it to look at me!) and things have definitely changed. Sadly not all for the better. The childrens pool seems to be out of order a few times a month (not a big deal to me, don't have kiddies but can see it being a deal breaker if you get junior all the way there and they don't have the fun pool to play in!). Changing rooms are kept pretty clean - you need to have a padlock for your locker - and they've tried to keep an area of the changing room child free....though sadly most of the kiddies (and their grown ups!) don't seem to be able to read the sign.... A victim of the refurb was the ladies weights area. I'm not sure why, it was pretty well used. Clearly the spin studio and 'skill zone' areas were far more important to them so now we just have to put up with being amongst the grunty men while we tone our muscles....another downside is that the weights machines do feel somewhat cramped together now as the space has been reallocated for other uses. The upside - there are lots of treadmills (though at peak times - like Monday evenings - you'll be lucky to get straight onto one!), bikes, cross trainers and rowing machines....the spin studio is now enclosed so you don't have to hear the instructor waffling on and on nor have two different types of music trying to seep through your headphones! The skill zone has new and very entertaining trixster bikes (simulates a mountain bike course for those of you afraid of the outdoors like me...) TRX training systems and a skill wall (you know, the lights come on and you have to jump around hitting them off....I dunno the proper name!). There are plenty of tennis courts (book in advance), a large pool with lane swimming, For the popular classes (like spin) you'll need to book in advance and get there early or you'll find all the bikes reserved with towels and water bottles! I haven't tried many of the other classes, the schedule isn't great for someone who can't get there til 7pm of an evening, and having had previous miserable class experiences I am wary of some of the instructors, nonetheless the classes seem popular so I guess it's just me!! Money wise you're going to pay for this upgrade in facilities! Current full membership is around £83 a month although you can sign up for a year and reduce that a little (be aware of when your cancellation date is though otherwise you will automatically get rolled over for another year!).

I totally agree with West12 - I have hated other gyms I've been a member of, but I actually like…read morethis one - nothing more to add except that I've been a member here for a while and their recent refurb and upgrade of equipment has made them even better. And their kids facilities are great. Both creche and classes. Current favourite new toy there is the Trixter Xdream videogame cycle - you have a videogame screen in front of you, and you race against computer generated competitors or real people. Resistance decreases and increases according to gradient, terrain and gears. I should be there now, really, racing against the machine - instead of slumped here, writing about all the food I've been eating.

About a year ago, I was temping up the road from here. I would get an hour lunch break every day…read moreand decided to make the most of it, and join this gym. Thankfully, Soho gyms is very accommodating, and offer a wide range of memberships. I explained that I was only going to be working in the street for a month, and they gave me a months membership. They also do daily and weekly passes. What I was even more pleased about was that I didn't have to pay any membership fee. This gym in Covent Garden is not as big as the other Soho gyms which are dotted around London. However, there are all the machines that you will need, plus a weights room, and a studio room. I remember they had a fantastic version of a cross trainer here, where the foot rests operate separately and rather than just going back and forth, they make a kind of triangle shape. It is difficult to explain, but it gave me a work out which was about 5 times better than a standard cross trainer. The only thing that I thought could be improved on was the girls showers. The showers were communal and felt like old -school shower heads - were the water dribbles out. Definitely not power shower quality.

Since I was visiting London during the holidays, my friend urged me to get my ass in shape and…read moredragged me here. I bought a week pass at a reasonable rate. Equipments were always available and the members are really considerate. My problem--the clientele are so damn good looking, I can not concentrate. Alessandro, one of the personal trainers, and the ladies at the front desk are really helpful. I wished I could try one of their fitness classes next time I'm around London.

This place has such a good vibe: amazing people, facilities and coffee/smoothies. I discovered it…read morewhen looking for a class with a mix of meditation and yoga. The class had great breathing techniques, yoga poses and music. The showers were super clean, great pressure and really nice hot water (what's better than a perfect shower!?!). On the way out I got a Buddha Proof coffee that was so good I've come back twice already just for the coffee. Their smoothies are also tasty and healthy, I got one with sweet potato that surprisingly was delicious. And today got the Wake and Bake smoothie (comes with CBD oil) for breakfast on my way to a museum. I haven't tried out the boxing ring or trainers yet but plan to... all in all I love this place :-)

Anything that gets results is worth the effort and cost, I embarked on a 6 week programme and have…read moredefinitely had great results in a friendly environment. Impressed with using natural body weight for most sessions and surprised at how difficult that can be. Would definitely recommend No 1 Fitness for all levels and abilities. Can't wait for my next 6 week program :-) I've had lots of positive comments on my new look so can't wait to se how I look after another 6 weeks.

No 1 fitness is a great new way to train in 30 minute classes it is just awesome.. check it out its…read morehidden on tower bridge..

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.

Oh my goodness! I have taken a ton of different Barry's classes, San Francisco, Chicago, Nashville…read morebut NOTHING has compared to London. The class was smaller, granted it was a 7 am on a Sunday but it was one of the hardest but best classes I've ever taken. The weights part was challenging but the running was so hard. I thought I was going to throw up or fly off the treadmill. Whatever cams first. I can't remember the instructors name but he was amazing. The front desk staff was also really polite and helpful. If you're in London I HIGHLY recommend taking a class!!

Over the years, I've worked out in many places, but without doubt, Barry Boot Camp is one of the…read morebest workouts you'll ever get. The staff at this particular branch or to the same high standard you will find at almost every Barry's location. The trainers are first-rate, and you will find their style to be highly motivating, I would describe it as tough love with a smile. , I would describe it as tough love with a smile. If you commit four times a week to 3 months and eat sensibly, I guarantee your body will be transformed at 52. I'm in the best shape of the bin. If you commit four times a week to 3 months and eat sensibly, I guarantee your body will be transformed at 52. I'm in the best shape of my life.