Athlete Movement

Fantastic experience: Best gym, amazing staff, really friendly and inclusive!

Fantastic experience: If Carlsberg did Gyms. Luke, Ben, Joe, Ed and the team have been incredible getting me back into fitness after 15+ years of no training. 1 Year on. I'm still a member, they have coached me through a transformation of fitness and strength training that I didn't think was possible. I genuinely love coming to this gym, staff and other members are very welcoming, no judgement and everyone is happy to be working to their own goals offering encouragement and help. I'm 20kg! 3 STONE! 44LB! of body fat down with their help. New challenges have been set and we are going to keep pushing into competitions next year! Thank you for genuinely changing my life!

Fantastic experience: First gym I ever went to and is hard to beat, great community, lovely and helpful staff whilst having great quality equipment.

Fantastic experience: Inspiring place to train for any discipline, at any age. I joined AM and have gone from strength to strength, through not only having exceptional kit to train on but also being surrounded by a community, a family of people that want to get it done. It’s the only gym I have ever been to that has the level of equipment, staff and not to mention dogs to support you through every set on the pendulum squat (humbling). I’ve never seen staff return a weight they didn’t use because the people that train there respect such a holy grail of a gym. The place is always tidy and clean, even at peak times. To anyone wanting to train hard and be surrounded by incredible people, head to athlete movement and get involved. If you have a body, you are an athlete.

Fantastic experience: Been going here since the start of the year as I wasn't happy with my previous gym and needed a change. Since then, I can't see myself ever going back to a gym chain again. Great atmosphere with some top level athletes to draw inspiration from. They have every bit of equipment you could ever need for any type of training. I have personally been enjoying calisthenics recently and they have a huge rack dedicated for it. I also love how quickly they fix any problems with equipment, as well as always listening to feedback about new equipment ideas. Not to mention the very kind staff who are always willing to help with any queries, and push you to improve when you need it. I also couldn't leave a review without mentioning the cleanliness. Everything is always spotless and weights are always in the correct spots. People understand the rules and follow them which is a breathe of fresh air after being at a large gym chain for many years. No judgement, great equipment, nice community. 10/10 would recommend.

Fantastic experience: The staff are super, super friendly, they really make the gym feel like such a great community to be a part of. As for the gym itself, it has awesome equipment and calibrated plates! This is honestly the best gym I have ever been to.

Fantastic experience: Unrivalled atmosphere, equipment, cleanliness and staff. Staff are welcoming and always happy to help. You have every bit of kit you could ever want, for every training style out there! You are surrounded by members and athletes who will inspire you to be better. I couldn’t recommend a gym more. If you are thinking about joining, just do it!

Fantastic experience: Best gym in Hampshire? Best gym, period. After years of struggling with anxiety & a general lack of confidence in myself, the idea of going to the gym was my worst nightmare. I decided I needed to find a gym that didn’t feel so intimidating. Enter Athlete Movement. The day I joined, Ben and Luke were on reception and their friendliness immediately put me at ease. Since then I’ve discovered that all staff members are just as lovely. They’re all willing to listen and help you out if you’re struggling, together they’ve created a space that feels safe and encouraging. Two months in - I’m stronger, I’ve grown in confidence and I can’t wait to keep pushing myself. It turns out I just needed the right environment to flourish. They have great equipment, the best classes (shout out to MetStrong), it’s clean, it’s respectful & it seems love Nickelback as much as I do. What more could you ask for.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic gym! Always adding great new kit and super friendly staff, happy to assist with pointers for training as well as the well needed spot from time to time. Best gym I’ve ever been to.

Fantastic experience: Great coaches, inclusive and friendly atmosphere and a huge range of kit. The classes never get repetitive or boring and the coaches are really invested in member’s development and you feel supported. I love that AM has apprentice coaches and provides professional development so the team are really engaged and positive. Instagram account worth a follow for the lols alone. It really is the best gym in Hampshire.

Fantastic experience: Best gym I have been to. Staff are incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and approachable. Great classes too! Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Hands down the best gym i have been too. Staff are amazing. Incredible equipment. Perfect atmosphere.

Negative experience: Awful management no understanding on a compassionate side of it, no care of my father passing away with my mental state not great, very rude and unprofessional, stay away from this gym as they will not look after you

Fantastic experience: Inspiring, spacious, and friendly gym. Has pretty much everything you'd need. Helps you to stay consistent and motivated.

Fantastic experience: Awesome gym. My favourite to work out in and I visit a lot of different gyms. Great range of equipment and a friendly but hard working atmosphere. I love how all different training types and abilities seem to get along together. Definitely worth checking out.

Fantastic experience: I never thought I would see my abs again! Best gym in Hampshire

Fantastic experience: Fabulous gym. So great that people can bring their toddlers and let them wander around without disapproving looks of other gym users .

Fantastic experience: This review is long overdue! I have been part of Athlete movement for over 1 year. Initial attraction for me is that there are no mirrors, my first contact was with Ed, he is very friendly and a good listener. Alex then became my coach what a beautiful person. Everyone is kind. Something that impressed on my mind is anything I say hello to the staff they respond using my name this really showed personal interest. Overall it’s a fantastic place to train I wish they would open other facilities all over the country

Fantastic experience: Great social fitness community. Felt at home as soon as I stepped into the building

Fantastic experience: Joined recently and having trained in CrossFit and regular gyms this is one of the best spaces I have used. I love the fact there are no mirrors, no posing and no attitudes.

Fantastic experience: It's the best gym I've ever been to, bar none. Great kit, great space, but above all great people (except Ben, obviously).

Fantastic experience: An outstanding gym, people and set up. Has to be the best for miles and miles.

Fantastic experience: Really great gym. I’ve just finished a 6 week beginners course and absolutely loved it. Coaches are all very friendly and helpful. I am now trying to get a full membership which I never thought I would. Would highly recommend for anyone trying to get fit and don’t know where to start.

Fantastic experience: Went here for a drop in with my wife. Nice atmosphere, quality equipment. Recommended!

Fantastic experience: Staff are brilliant done 6 weeks course lost 2 stone will be joining gym highly recommend

Fantastic experience: A really amazing gym where you are really supported from the start of your journey. Just completed my 6 week introduction and have already signed up for the next stage. Fantastic results so far and I am looking forward to a fitter future with all the support from AM

Fantastic experience: Love the gym, everyone here really nice and helpful. Great range of equipment and space. The only thing for me personally is I would love if there were a dedicated stretch mat area as you can kinda feel like you're just stretching in the middle of someone's workout. Minor though

Fantastic experience: For someone who really doesn’t enjoy exercise and gyms. I keep coming back for more. The staff are kind, patient, experienced and the classes are great. If you are toying with the idea of joining- do it… you won’t regret it.

Fantastic experience: Very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff. Great gym and has all the equipment needed to train for Hyrox and other events.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been to a fair few gyms in my time and this place literally knocks the socks off of all of them. It is hands down one of the best places to work out. What ever you need they have it, and more. The staff are incredible - everyone there is so welcoming and all they want to do is help. I’ve loved every second of being in this place and I genuinely can’t recommend it enough! Just take the first step and join if you haven’t already!

Fantastic experience: Fantastic gym, which has a big place in my heart. I’ve only been a member since February, but have made so much progress due to the great equipment, great staff and a great atmosphere. I’ve gone from trying to back squat with a deadlift bar (thank you for stopping me) to becoming very confident in the gym. Unfortunately I’ll be moving back up north for another job this weekend and the one thing I’ll miss the most is athlete movement. Thank you for everything over the past 8 months- I’ll definitely be back in for a day pass if I’m ever back in the area :)

Fantastic experience: I usually find gyms intimidating, however Athlete Movement has changed that perception for me. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and motivating, and the group sessions are great. I finally feel comfortable going to the gym…and even look forward to it!

Fantastic experience: Definitely the best gym around for so many reasons but for me the main one has to be the fantastic staff. The whole Team are very knowledgeable, encouraging and have the patience of Saints. I have a number of work-related injuries at present which mean I can't always do the specific exercises in a Class but am always given a number of alternatives. Well done Luke, you've built a brilliant Team.

Fantastic experience: I am a long time gym hater, but starting at Athlete Movement has totally converted me. The classes, the staff, the community and the fact that there aren't any mirrors make this place amazing. I've been taking part in their 6 week intro programme. I'm now on week 3 and i've never felt better. Honestly couldn't recommend this place enough. It's so much more than just a gym.

Fantastic experience: By far the most welcoming gym I’ve ever set foot in. There is no bravado in here, no mirrors, no snobbery, just a gym full of really nice people, both staff and clients. It’s got a really happy feel in here and no one is too important to give you a hand when needed. Totally recommended by this fatty, trying to get a bit fitter.

Fantastic experience: The best gym, with the kindest knowledgeable staff and so much support So different to any other typical gym. Some seriously strong folk who could be intimidating to beginners but absolutely the kindest people who go beyond to make you feel comfortable. Everyone who attends is on that same vibe. You go there to work hard, push yourself beyond what you thought possible and support others - not take pictures and walk around like your in a fashion show like so many gyms communities do. Thank you athlete movement for restoring my faith and confidence in the gym world ❤️

Fantastic experience: A fantastic gym, so welcoming to everyone that joins. Classes are fantastic and the coaches are encouraging and full of knowledge. Hands down the best gym I have joined, and there has been a good few in my time.

Fantastic experience: What a fantastic gym with a great sense of community. The coaches are positive, experienced and accommodating. The group sessions are planned extremely well with a focus on being participant centred. I have been encouraged to push through my comfort zone and never thought I’d hear myself saying “I love these sessions” and the camaraderie that comes with it. Well worth a visit

Fantastic experience: Been coming here since may last year and may of left it a little late for a gleaming review! but genuinely the best gym I have ever joined. Classes are different each time & this gym focuses on being strong and healthy not just your generic let’s just do it to lose weight … wouldn’t ever think of swapping gyms again, the staff are lovely :)

Fantastic experience: In the past I’ve joined a gym, had an induction and been left to my own devices, which resulted in leaving fairly soon after because basically I’ve been bored, because there is no one to share the experience and encourage you, no one to help you with your goals. From day 1 at Athlete Movement I have felt part of a community, a place where you want to go to, where you want to improve. I have loved all the classes on the foundation programme, which is not something I ever thought I would say, but each class is different and there is always something new to try, learn or improve on. The additional support along the way outside of the gym with texts and emails and the hub has been amazing. You are fully supported here and I only wish I had come here sooner!

Fantastic experience: Amazing place

Fantastic experience: Love working out here! Great facilities and wonderful staff and a friendly crowd...

Fantastic experience: Best gym I’ve been to. Great staff.

Fantastic experience: Was visiting from out of the area, found this gem of a gym and did a couple of day passes. Friendly, welcoming staff and owner plus an incredible range of kit provides loads of training options. Had a couple of great sessions, kindly got shown by coaching staff Ben how to press the strongman log and execute the bag over bar throw which was ace! Highly motivating space to get the work in, would thoroughly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Awesome gym! I’ve been a member for a long time and would never go anywhere else. It’s perfect for all training styles and ask for Ben if you are looking to build strength and size

Fantastic experience: Great gym, staff are really happy to help. Ben helped me out with my first strongman lifts.

Fantastic experience: Great gym. I'm an ametuer and was very nervous but I just kept going. Once you're there everyone is chatty and very nice. I would recommend it to anyone. Far far better than any of the commercial gyms around. No mirrors. Noone cares and you certainly don't feel judged. Dog friendly too

Fantastic experience: The best gym I’ve ever been to! I travel over an hour just to come here as the equipment is fantastic, the gym is always clean & the staff are extremely knowledgeable, polite & helpful. I’ve been a member at numerous gyms & Athlete Movement is unrivalled, thank you to the staff for making me feel like part of the community

Fantastic experience: I wanted to join a gym with the intent of getting a bit fitter but the coaches (especially Ben) took me down the path of strongman training. The intensity of the training really appealed to me and also gave me long term goals and targets that Ben has helped me with massively. To anyone thinking about starting to go to a gym, I would highly recommend it there. The experienced coaches can help anyone from a beginner to a top level athlete. Get yourself down there !!!

Fantastic experience: Great gym! Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Moving here was the best decision I ever made. Truly feel part of a family - a family of strong and incredible people pushing themselves in so many different ways. Staff are amazing, atmosphere is amazing, equipment is next level. Love you guys!

Fantastic experience: Easily the best gym I’ve ever been a member of. Great atmosphere & community and all the equipment you could ever need. The staff are great as well. Can’t recommend this gym enough.

Fantastic experience: Best gym in the UK! No matter your training style and goals they have the best quality equipment and friendly staff to help you out.

Fantastic experience: My whole family enjoy going to Athlete movement. All the coaches are extremely helpful. Very friendly and welcoming, everyone just cracking on with what they want to do for their own training goals. Importantly I feel comfortable and someone is always on hand to help. It is also super clean. Secondly and most importantly my daughter attends the Youth academy, its very Welcoming to all ages and capabilities and the trainers are Cool in her words.Going has enabled her to meet new friends out of school.

Fantastic experience: Best gym around!

Fantastic experience: Great gym, good environment and friendly atmosphere.

Fantastic experience: This is the best gym around by a long shot, it doesn’t matter how strong or fit you are everyone is welcome. The facilities are fantastic, always kept clean and in good condition. Would highly recommend to anyone who wants to join a gym to join this one.

Fantastic experience: The best community I have ever joined, I call it a community and not merely a gym because it is certainly much more than that. The classes and staff are second to none and are always on hand to assist. They go above and beyond to help their members.

Fantastic experience: The kind of place you look forward to going. The gym, the equipment and their classes are second to none and the strong community feel gives you that extra social boost too. Couldn't imagine training anywhere else!

Fantastic experience: I was never a gym person but joined to increase my strength for some obstacle course events I had planned. The gym is extremely well stocked with new equipment and the classes on offer are fantastic. My wife and I now both love going to the gym regularly and join in the MetCon classes and the results are showing. The owners and trainers are all great and make you feel like part of the family. I can highly recommend Athlete Movement to anyone looking for a great place to train.

Fantastic experience: Unreal equipment at a great price, cleanest gym you have ever stepped into and quality banter from the staff!

Fantastic experience: Really lovely gym with amazing bits of kit, and even at peak times there is enough to go around. The staff are all amazing and I am yet to come across someone who looks down on me for being a woman weightlifting. All the members are supportive of one another and I couldn't be happier with this gym. It is always clean and bright and does its job perfectly.

Fantastic experience: Best gym for miles. Theres equipment for all training types, everything is spotlessly clean and the environment is friendly and fun. I can't keep up with the new equipment constantly being added and I am in this place everyday! The cafe also offers a great variety of hot and cold drinks, smoothies and shakes and so many snacks!

Fantastic experience: Been going to the gym here since it opened last year. Worth every penny and so glad it's here as i'd given up on decent gym's nearby for me. Always a friendly vibe and plenty of great equipment that's always well maintained and kept clean! Keep up the good work.

Fantastic experience: Easily the best gym in a 50 mile radius. If your aim is to actually get fitter then this place is 100x better equipped and informed than any commercial gym to help you do so. Constantly adding new equipment, if you ask for it they'll probably end up getting it. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable and best of all you can take your dog with you!

Fantastic experience: Excellent no frills gym. No mirror walls and time wasters here! Friendly, helpful staff with classes offered and a small café where you can buy drinks and shakes. Lots of weights and space to work out. Upstairs has the studio and boxing gear and the whole place is kept clean. Really good.

Fantastic experience: Excellent gym for serious S&C training, CrossFit, weightlifting and powerlifting. Combo rack, power bars and competition plates are great to see. If you just want to use cardio machines there's probably better places - but for serious strength training this is the best place for miles around.

Fantastic experience: My Son Loves it there! Great management team ,great facilities and equipment, excellent value for money, very friendly members ,a hard core gym - so I'm told lol !

Fantastic experience: This is a fantastic gym. It is a wide open space that is well maintained and looked after, with brand new equipment and plenty of stuff to do. It is clear that a great deal of thought and investment has gone into setting up the gym. At £29 a month it is also very cheap compared to other gyms in the area that will charge you more but provide a far inferior service. It's fantastic value for money.

Fantastic experience: Such a great gym to train in; great facility with top spec equipment, an amazing community feel and awesome classes. The owners are knowledgable, friendly and welcoming.

Fantastic experience: Great place, all you can want for a real workout! Staff are always friendly and the shake bar is brilliant.

Fantastic experience: Really pleased I chose Athlete Movement. I was a bit nervous about joining a new gym but the staff made me feel so welcome that I've never looked back! I'm loving how much equipment there is and how spacious the gym feels. The staff are always happy to help if I need advice or encouragement and I really enjoy my sessions. A well deserved 5 stars.