I've been to many a gym in my time in London but from all my experiences, I'd say the Wandle Recreation Centre has been my best.
There aren't a heck of a lot of classes here and this is not the most high-tech gym you'll ever exercise in but what it lacks in facilities, it makes up in customer service and atmosphere.
I always find those gym fanatic types quite a put-off when I'm working out! I don't want to be staring at the hardcore gym bods whilst I'm flabbing and wheezing on the machines, luckily there is hardly a pretentious gym goer in sight. I always see a host of regulars and friendly faces which I like.
The gym gets quite busy it seems on a Monday evening (perhaps the post weekend guilt complex sets in?) but there always seems to be just enough room for you to get on a machine or do some weights.
I love my local gym and would encourage anyone to join this one, especially as it's so affordable too! read more