I’ve been coming to this gym for around two months now, and as someone who had never really been to the gym before, it’s been great. The hands on approach with structured training programmes and small classes (up to 6 people) made getting started really enjoyable and helped me stay consistent.Having to book sessions and having the trainers monitor your progress gives you that extra motivation and accountability to keep showing up. The trainers are all really fun, supportive and encouraging. This definitely helps with pushing yourself to the max to achieve your goals. Everyone is also super friendly and social.The location is also amazing, right by the Exe Estuary cycle path, which is perfect for the gym’s run club. I’d highly recommend it to anyone, especially if you’re new to gyms and looking for a welcoming environment.

I joined ARF in January this year and would highly recommend! The small class format means that you get the attention you need from the coaches. I finally figured out what I was doing wrong with back squats after years of struggling, and managed a personal best! I've recently had an injury and the coaches have been amazing at altering the exercises, so I can still get a lot out of my sessions. The community is also really supportive! If you are thinking of joining, just do it!

I’ve been going to ARF since October and would highly recommend it. The small group personal training format works really well where you get proper coaching, structured sessions, and enough individual attention. The atmosphere is friendly and always supportive, and it has made it much easier for me to stay consistent.

I can't praise ARF and all of the coaches enough, I thought I wasn't a gym or PT person, but they have provided so much support and advice! I saw huge improvements in my strength and motivation so quickly and continue to see them every week. There is such a lovely community here as well, I will recommend to anyone whatever your age and ability as there is every range you could think of here!

I joined ARF 9 months ago and it was exactly what I needed. The small group PT model is a perfect blend of accountability, community and value (way cheaper than having a 1:1 PT). The coaches are all great and will support you regardless of age or ability. There is also a really nice community to get involved with as much or as little as you like.

I honestly can’t recommend Alex Reader fitness enough. At 54 , I can confidently say I’m the fittest I’ve ever been, and that’s entirely down to the incredible team here.The PTs are absolutely amazing- knowledgeable, supportive and genuinely invested in helping every one,achieving their goals. No matter your starting point, they make you feel capable and motivated.What really sets this place apart is the atmosphere. It’s such a friendly, welcoming, almost family like environment where everyone encourages each other. You never feel out of place.Since joining, I’ve even taken part in an Hyrox relay, and I’m now training for a Hyrox doubles in October. Something I never would have imagined doing before.If you’re thinking about joining, just do it, you won’t regret itSonia

ARF is unlike any other gym…in a good way. Small groups mean that it’s almost like personal attention. The informal and friendly atmosphere has made pushing my limits genuinely achievable. Best stress reliever!

Friendly atmosphere, small classes with like minded people, great personal trainers. Well worth the money. Environment is great. I was sceptical but am definitely a convert and have signed up to be a monthly member. So please to have discovered ARF.