Thank You Club Zest

I joined Club Zest over 2 years ago. There's always a warm welcome at reception and what works best for me is doing the classes. I attend Julie's Pilates, Ab's Fab & Step and enjoy them all, Vicky's Beach Babe class is great and of course, Debra's Dance class which is devine!!!

A few months ago I reduced my working hours which gave me more time for family, friends and fitness. I booked a re-assesment with Ellis - thank you Ellis! - and found I had lost an inch from just about everywhere and nearer two inches from my thighs & calves.

I decided to brave Tanya's Friday morning Stomp FX class. She told me that they had been doing the routine for a few weeks but to still give it a go - if I couldn't follow anything I was to "just keep moving" It was great but what was even better was that when I got home, Tanya called me to say how pleased she was with my effort and to tell me how well I had done - now I ask you, where else would you get such special treatment?

Thank you club zest!

Norah Marsh

Without the fun, the novelty would have worn off ages ago!

I have been a member of a few different gyms and I can honestly say that even after a couple of years I still enjoy going to the gym. Debra and the team make the classes fun and enjoyable. The spinning classes, yoga and groove classes are great and the members always have a laugh – which makes going to the gym much easier.

Thanks to Club Zest – without the fun the novelty would have worm off ages ago!!

Faye Mullen

the hardest part for me was walking through the doors

I'd wanted to join a gym for ages but I didn't have the confidence to go on my own, then a friend suggested we join together so we could support each other. The harest part for me was the first time I walked through the gym doors..it turned out I needn't have worried. Everyone was so welcoming and there was a great atmosphere so I felt very relaxed. I haven't looked back since.

There is a wide range of different classes to go to so there is something for everyone. The staff are always very friendly and encouraging. Holly is my instructor and she re-assesses me every 8 weeks - she is a huge support to me and a great motivator.

Joining club zest is the BEST decision I could have made. It has not only improved my health and fitness, it has helped me to feel more confident and I really enjoy it, I only wish I had joined sooner.

Laura Wilcox

You're not just a number

Almost 6 years ago I was getting ready to go to a Christmas party and couldn't decide what to wear. No matter which clothes I tried on, nothing fitted properly or looked nice. I went out that night feeling miserable and couldn't wait for the night to end. The next day I walked through the doors of Club Zest and have not looked back.

My initial assessment was two days before Christmas, a daft time you may think, but I knew I couldn't put it off any longer. At the assessment I was shown how to use the equipment correctly and given a programme to suit my needs. That is the thing with Club Zest, you 're an individual - not just a number. As time went on and I gained some confidence, I tried out a few classes and finally discovered the one's which I enjoyed the most. I tend to attend classes rather than the gym as I find the instructors motivate you and push you that bit further even though you feel "on your last legs". I seemed to have found the balance of 3-4 classes per week and a run of 3 miles suits me best.

I have participated in Club Zest's slimming club which not only gives you 1-1 help and advice on your diet, but also advises you on the importance of healthy eating and the balance of food groups.

On a final note, I would like to say a big thank you to all of the girls at Club Zest for making it such a warm, welcoming and relaxed place.

Brenda Richardson

I have achieved so much

I hit 40 and noticed that my life dynamics had changed; my daughter was at an age where I was not needed 7/24, my husband worked shifts, so there were times when I was just twiddling my thumbs.  Secondly, the organisation which I work for ran a health and wellness clinic, and my cholesterol reading came back to high.  This was a surprise to me, as I thought I had quite a healthy diet, although I didn’t do any exercise – along came Club Zest.   I later discovered through attending one of Club Zest’s slimming programmes, that my diet wasn’t that healthy at all.  At the end of my programme I knew what I should and shouldn’t be eating, and guess what, it wasn’t a diet, I just needed to understand food, hence a healthy eating programme.

I had attended gyms in the past but never stuck them out. I either got bored or felt that the gym I had chosen was not for me, although I could never put my finger on why that was.  I then heard of Club Zest, an all ladies gym.  Club Zest provided me with an option to sign up for classes or attend the gym.  This option was definitely what I needed, as sometimes at the end of a long day I don’t always have the motivation to do a gym routine, but I know if I am signed up for a class, it firstly means I will go, and secondly the class trainer always gets the best out of me – they are excellent motivators.

Through Club Zest I have achieved so much:

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zest is more than just a place to get fit

Club Zest for me is more than just a place to get fit and stay healthy. It has become a huge part of my life and has allowed me to meet some fantastic people who I now class as good friends. All the staff there know every member and have the ability to cater for everybody's individual requirements.  They are all approachable, friendly and above all make you feel good about yourself, regardless of size or shape. For any ladies out there who have always been reluctant or apprehensive about joining a gym, this is the one for you.  You will never look back.

Sharron Phillips

I never imagined I could actually enjoy going to the gym

What can I say about Club Zest? Who else could continually motivate and encourage someone who needs LOTS of motivation and encouragement! I never in my wildest imagination ever thought I could actually enjoy “going to the gym”!! Club Zest is different and they realise that we are all different too. The staff are brilliant and I have made some really good friends here. Let’s be honest, sometimes it is hard to get myself off the sofa and into the gym, but somehow I do and I’m always glad that I did! (Don’t ask me how they make me do it, they just do!!) Club Zest has inspired me to do and enjoy activities I would not have done before such as a sponsored bike ride and running. Try it, you might like it!!

Lesley Prest

club zest is a well run, professionally organised ladies gym

I became a member of club zest in April 2010 to improve my fitness, tone up the wobbly bits and to shed some weight. It has been a worthwhile decision and a really enjoyable experience. I have lost 2 stone in weight and I am only 6lb away from my target. I look forward to every session. I attend at the club in a very convivial atmosphere.

After my initial induction I was allocated Holly as my trainer - she is a star! Holly reviews my progress and advises on my workout routines every 8 weeks to ensure my programme is changed as I progress and my body adapts to the exercise. This is without doubt one of the strengths of the club - the support - which encourages and motivates you to do well. In addition to the gym workouts, there are various studio classes, slimming club, indoor cycle sessions, all of which are very well supported and enjoyed by members. Club zest is a well run, professionally organised ladies club and I am so pleased I joined.

Margaret Clark