Third Space
You can take your pick from Third Space’s 13 outposts across the captial, although the original Soho location will always be the luxe gym OG. Renowned for offering first-class personal training alongside the latest high-tech equipment and indulge spa facilities, each branch offers its own appeal, from Himalayan salt saunas to a genius uphill sprint track.
Branches across London. Explore more.
1Rebel
The dark, cocooning 1Rebel spaces all have a nightclub vibe - but expect some of the toughest workouts in town, with military style drills, high-octane spin classes and high-powered HIIT sessions with a mix of cardio and weights. Truly body-transforming, but not for the faint of heart. Branches across London. Explore more.
Lanserhof at The Arts Club
A collaboration between Austrian medi-spa Lanserhof and the private member’s institution, The Arts Club, the new luxury space has been billed as the world’s first medical gym. Expect a hybrid of state-of-the-art training and equipment, balanced with Lanserhof’s signature preventative and regenerative healthcare offering. For a truly tailored workout, the microchip technology will remember everything about your workout – from the height of your bike’s seat to the number of reps you lifted. Genius, no? Luxury perks continue with its laundry concierge and beauty treatment menu, but don’t be fooled: the treatments go more than skin deep, with an MRI scanner for a full-health analysis and nurse-led diagnostics as part of your induction process. Find it at 18 Dover Street, W1S. Explore more.
The Body Lab
As the name suggests, The Body Lab marries science and fitness, offering facilities never before seen in the UK. These include the Hyperbaric Hydroxy AirPod, which speeds up any injury recovery, and a chilly -110 degrees Celsius Cryotherapy Chamber, the coldest in Europe. It’s not about the latest fad here, but rather about keeping your body in peak condition, reducing stress, inflammation and aiding body repair. They’ve even got the UK’s largest floatation tank for a well-earned post-workout relax. Find it at 151-153 Kensington High Street, W8. Explore more.
Equinox
With a trio of clubs across town, High Street Kensington, Bishopsgate and St James’s, Equinox has made its mark on the capital after achieving long-time success across the pond. Choosing landmark buildings to set up shop, the grand environs would inspire any willpower-lagging gym goer. Post workout recovery is supported with cryotherapy chambers and compression therapy zones, to give muscles some well-earned TLC. Branches across London. Explore more.
Vita
Vita, meaning life in Italian, opened the doors to its six-storey mega gym overlooking Sloane Square in 2022. With three floors dedicated to reformer Pilates, barre and yoga classes, there are also therapists on hand to iron out any niggles, from osteopaths to physios. Fuel up at The Glow Bar for fresh smoothies and superfood salads. Find it at
31 Sloane Square, London, SW1W. Explore more.
KX
A super smart Chelsea institution for over 20 years, KX (pronounced Kicks) has discreetly honed the bodies of everyone from royalty to leading Hollywood ladies. All members are supported in their fitness goals with thorough health analysis and regular in-house clinics from specialist therapists. Besides the high-tech gym space, there’s a pool, spa, spinning studio and martial arts studio too. Find it at 151 Draycott Avenue, SW3. Explore more.
BXR
Forget the spit and sawdust vision of a boxing club. BXR (pronounced ‘boxer’), is a 12,000 sq foot industrial chic Marylebone studio, co-founded by none-other-than Anthony Joshua. With graphic murals of the boxing greats to inspire you into the ring, it’s not just about the fight, there are strength, conditioning and yoga classes too, as well as Europe’s only Versa Climber class. Find it at 24 Paddington St, London W1U. Explore more.
Bodyism
In a prime Westbourne Grove position, Bodyism was one of the very first luxury wellness spaces. Founded by James Duigan back in the 2010s, it is still as stylish as ever, with its member’s club feel. Expect a regular roster of Pilates, Barre and Yoga as well as a well-stocked gym, nurturing spa treatments and wellness assessments to keep you in tip-top health. Find it at 222-224, Westbourne Grove, W11. Explore more.
