FORTIS

Fantastic experience: Very supportive staff and community. Excellent facilities

Fantastic experience: For the last 18 months, roughly 3-4 times a week, FORTIS has given me the best hour of my day. Whilst the space is truly beautiful and the sunrises and sunsets top notch (check out their insta), it's the people that make it an exceptional place to visit every week. The coaches are experienced, full of energy and give every individual the support and guidance they need. WARNING - they will replace your lighter weights with heavier ones if they think you can handle it, which is very annoying but turns out, makes you stronger and fitter. (Top tip, you can just switch them back when they're not looking.) The members come in every age, shape, size and level of fitness, and every single one is welcomed with open arms, encouraged, supported and importantly, given exactly what they need to achieve their potential. You'll never get bored, with programming changing every 6 weeks, and a huge array of classes and a mix of individual and team work across the week, there is something for everyone. Come to the barn, give it a go, and if you don't like it, I promise to give you the £15 that Coach Caitlin gave me to write this glowing review.

Fantastic experience: After being at Fortis for 12 weeks now, it’s been the best decision I’ve made for my overall physical health and wellbeing. Caitlin and the rest of the team welcomed me in from day one and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed it ever since. Going to the gym was always a daunting task, but exercising together with different people and doing different workouts every day is just what I needed. I would recommend this gym to anyone.

Fantastic experience: I joined Fortis 8 months ago, 60, overweight, undermotivated and unfit. The support at the women’s only small group session has been amazing from the team and from my gym buddies. Feel like a different person.

Fantastic experience: I have been a member of Fortis since the beginning in 2021. Small group work has enabled me to start my fitness journey in later life , and discover new strengths, confidence and friendships through working with excellent coaches who are always encouraging, enthusiastic and skilled . Sue Robinson

Fantastic experience: Joining Fortis was the best thing I’ve done for my mental and physical health. I was never one for fitness classes, I always preferred to do my own thing, but Fortis has totally changed that, let me count the ways: 1) the staff are amazing, friendly, helpful and above all knowledgeable on many techniques to get you in tip top shape. 2) the clientele are a fantastic bunch. Training in groups might seem intimidating, but with such a welcoming group, they soon start to feel like a family, albeit a slightly sweaty family . 3) The place… not to be shallow and get bogged down in aesthetics, but the gym space itself looks amazing - an old farm barn is the setting and really lends itself to its new use. 4) VFM, we all like a bargain and with packages to match all coin purses, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how affordability this next level place is. A quadruple threat, what more could you ask for - recommended, for all levels, beginners to pro’s.

Fantastic experience: What a place! Caitlin has created a beautiful facility with an awesome fitness community. Embark on your fitness journey at Fortis and you will be welcomed, educated and pushed to achieve things you never thought possible. If you want to build strength, fitness and resilience whilst having fun, this is the place for you.

Fantastic experience: Amazing place. Warm, accepting, motivational and challenging, but in a good way! Fantastic trainers and classes for all abilities. I’ve been a member for a year and I can honestly say it has changed my life. Can’t recommend highly enough.

Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere. Any ego is left at the door. Just a safe and friendly atmosphere, which makes it a great place to train. Love it. If it wasn’t for this gym I’d be in a very dark place. Always makes me smile

Fantastic experience: Welcoming, challenging, fun. Everything you'd want from a place to exercise. Year or so on from first session and still love it.

Fantastic experience: This gym will transform not just your body but your mind, ethos and attitude towards training. I’ve been at this gym for over 12 months and previously hated the “gym” environment. Classes are great fun, full of energy and the best thing about Fortis is the people. You will feel part of a family which is always a great incentive during those tough sessions. 10/10 would recommend to someone starting their journey but also a great environment for a gym enthusiast.

Fantastic experience: Without a doubt the best gym I have ever been to. The coaches know just how to get the best from every individual. Everyone is so welcoming, supportive and friendly from your first class. Great range of classes allowing you to mix up your training depending on what you want to focus on. The socials and talks are an added bonus too!