To avoid fatigue when exercising your arms, use dumbbells, barbells and machines in that order

Interested in joining?

Q. What memberships are available?
You can choose from a wide variety of membership types designed to suit your lifestyle. Whether you're looking to pay monthly with no contract or save money with a 12-month membership package, you can find out more here.

Q. How old do I have to be to join?
Members must be at least 18-years-old or 16-plus with signed parental consent.

Q. Are there any hidden costs?
Apart from a one-off joining fee which varies per club, the only other costs are for any additional services you choose to use, such as personal training and health and beauty treatments.

Q. Are all the classes free?
The vast majority of our most popular classes, including Zumba, spinning and Body Pump are free, but some speciality classes incur a small charge. You can view your local club's class timetable here.

Q. Can I use other gyms in my area?
If you choose a multiclub membership, you can workout in pretty much every other gym in your tier. For example:

  • Multi-club - Blue: You can use all Blue clubs.
  • Multi-club - Platinum: You can use all Platinum and Blue clubs, except Berkeley Square.
  • Multi-club - Black Label: You can use all Platinum and Blue clubs, except Berkeley Square, as well as every Black Label club that offers reciprocal membership with your home club.

You can find out what tier your local club is here or by popping in and asking at reception.

Q. What extras can I add to my membership?
If you'd rather not carry a big gym bag around all day, you'll be pleased to hear that in some clubs you can hire a locker and a towel for an additional charge, or you can request them to be added to your membership when you join.

Q. How do I use my free guest pass?
Congratulations on taking your first step to fitness. To activate your pass and find out more about your local club, call us on 0844 412 9959.

Q. Which Fitness First clubs have swimming pools?
The following clubs have swimming pools:

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