Your First Visit to Iron Institute
Where to park, what to bring, and how to find your feet in the first few weeks.
You're Welcome Here
Walking into a lifting gym for the first time is nerve-racking, especially one with deadlift platforms and people chalking up. Most of them were new once too. One member's Google review says they came in "completely out of shape and honestly pretty nervous", and found "no judgment at all, just support".
Membership numbers are capped, and with 24/7 access you can do your first few sessions at a quiet hour. You're also welcome to come and have a look round before you join, and under-16s can train with a parent's permission.
What to Expect
Message Us
Tap Join Now and pick how you'd like to get hold of us. Ask about kit, quiet times or personal training.
Arrive & Collect Your Fob
Collect your key fob at the gym, and from then on it gets you in whenever you like. There's plenty of free parking outside, a changing area if you're coming from work, and a water dispenser to fill your bottle.
Have a Walk Round
Take your time on the first visit. You'll find dumbbells and kettlebells, racks and benches, the plate-loaded leg press, hack squat and chest press, the cable stations, deadlift platforms, and an air bike, rower and ski-erg. Nobody expects you to know it all on day one.
Start Simple
A couple of machines, some dumbbell work and ten minutes on the rower is plenty for the first few weeks. If you want a proper plan, both personal trainers offer a free first consultation.
Ask If You Need Help
Not sure how a machine works? Ask someone between sets. Most lifters are happy to show you.
What to Bring
Workout clothes
Comfortable t-shirt/vest, shorts or joggers
Trainers
Whatever you're comfortable lifting in
Towel
For wiping down equipment after use
Water bottle
There's a water dispenser to refill it
Ready to Start?
£30 a month by Direct Debit, or £50 for two if you're coming with a partner, and you can cancel any time. Message us when you're ready, or to ask anything first.