The gym is situated in the main building at Sport in Desford. The purpose of the gym is for people in the local community to come along, and take part in physical activity to help improve or maintain their levels of fitness.

The energy efficiency of LED lighting, a selection of equipment, and machines that require little or no electricity help to make this an environmentally friendly gym in fitting with the ethos of Sport in Desford. The gym is split into two areas: Main Area: This comprises a selection of cardio, and fixed weight machines, this includes treadmills, rowers, bikes, UBE’s, a smith machine, and a selection of resistance machines targeting different areas of the body. Weights Area: We have a large selection of dumbbells, mats, medicine balls, balance aids, a bench press machine, and a cable machine. This area is cushioned, and contains mirrors to help members maintain, and correct posture. Music: A wide selection of music is available, and the control of the sound is separated off into each area.

The gym is run by Jeremy Edwards who is a level 4 advanced exercise instructor specialising in exercise rehabilitation. The team of 4 instructors provide a vast experience of knowledge on gym based exercise. A qualified instructor will always be on hand to help. Our aim is for everybody to have an enjoyable experience, to come back, and incorporate gym based exercise into a weekly exercise schedule .

We offer all prospective members a 1 to 1 induction to try out the equipment, and to make sure you are performing exercises correctly. If required, we can put together a bespoke exercise programme specific to your needs.

The gym at Sport in Desford is involved in the Exercise Referral Scheme. This scheme helps individuals identified by their GP or other health professionals to take up the benefits of enjoyable exercise. People referred will receive a 12 weekly activity programme designed for their needs, and delivered by highly qualified instructors. Click Here 

This is targeted at people who are recovering from heart problems or heart surgery. Its aim is to promote gentle exercise as a means of enabling individuals to achieve, and maintain better health. Individuals are encouraged to become independent exercisers. So that they can reap the benefits of leading an active lifestyle. Participants are offered safe, and effective exercise in a gym based environment over a period of 12 weeks. This is provided by qualified exercise professionals in this specialised area. Click Here  

As a female, you may feel nervous, uncomfortable or self conscious about exercising in a gym in a mixed gender environment. To make your session as relaxing, and enjoyable as possible we offer a women only session. A qualified instructor will be on hand to provide an induction, and to tailor a programme to your needs, if required.

This class is specifically for individuals who qualify under the exercise referral or heartsmart schemes. People have the choice to exercise within a group rather than on an individual basis. This comprises a warm up incorporating flexibility, and stretches of 15-20 minutes. A series of 10 to 11 low level functional exercises repeated twice through with a short break in between. The exercises can be adapted, and tailored to each individuals requirements. Each exercise is carried out for a minute before moving on. A cool down incorporating stretching is done to complete the session.