Lymington Health & Leisure - Lymington

Germain

I like this facility overral. I have the gym package membership and although the space is small, it has everything you need to get the job done. Because the equipment is slightly limited it's interesting to see people, myself included, get creative on the use of machinery to target particular areas. My only concern is that the young adults who frequent the space may need a gym etiquette refresher. For example, one young adult wore open toe sandals in the free weight area, which is a safety issue. I reported it to a member of staff who seemed concerned, but ultimately didn't take any action. I am not sure if the staff member was afraid to say something. Frequently, the young adults also workout in groups of 3, 4, sometimes 5+, and this causes any particular piece of equipment to be occupied for an extensive period of time. I know it may sound silly, but I often wonder if since the pool has "adult time" why shouldn't the gym also. Maybe I'm just old fashioned, but during peak hours when the gym is already exceeding fire safety max capacity standards you end up waiting excessively long times to get access to equipment. I don't know what the gym attire policy is, but I've seen many men is sleeveless shirts and women in sports bras as the only clothing above the waist, and I feel this is a bit too revealing and lacks a bit of class. My final "complaint" is price. I pay £20 (half the cost of here) for a gym membership near my office in London which is quite easily 3 times the size of this center, with more amenities and longer operating hours. In any case, my overral experience here has been great and the staff are always polite and friendly and professional. Lymington is growing, options for fitness are expanding, other fitness businesses are moving in, and I'd hate to see this place go under. I am 100% in support of this facility being successful if they can take the members feedback serious and implement changes. Wishing them all the best.

Barry Ward

Upgraded gym facilities are very good. Studio Cycling (Spinning) groups are friendly and cater for all levels.

Edward Hart

My family and I do think there are good aspects of this center, however, we continue to be dissapointed by the imposed dress standards. Women wearing bras and see through pants, which is totally lacking in class. I have seen similar complaints on other reviews here, so I know I am not alone in this concern. I also noticed that the business defends these standards by claiming it's "freedom of expression" - but it's actually quite the opposite. When we reveal all, we degrade ourselves and others by limiting imigination and returning to more animalistic standards. Is nothing sacred anymore. Let's have some courage and move this country back in the right direction.

marshtopher

Decent gym, pool, steamroom and sauna. Some classes but very limited.

Nigel Bartlett

It’s a gem 5 star leisure centre clean warm friendly great facilities and late opening times

Robert Mason

Decent size gym with good weight machines for beginners. The free weights section could do with another squat rack and more bars for the weights. Reception staff are very welcoming with excellent customer service. The only draw back is it gets very busy between 3 and 6 as you get all the school kids crowd in there so it's best to go around lunchtime or very late evening. 7.5/10

Maciej Szymkiewicz

The site has had some major upgrades. Could do with a bit more cleaning in places. But generally very good. Lots of different classes, gym, sports hall.

Kyle Robertson

Good Swimming Pool. Clean changing rooms. They have children specific sessions with floats and other toys to play with.

I do find the water and swim area a touch cold.