The Commando Temple

Fantastic experience: 10/10 gym. Would highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Really enjoying my time training Muay Thai at commando temple with Kojo, great team very welcoming and always has time for everyone.

Fantastic experience: The Fight Club classes at Commando Temple are the best I’ve been to, and I have tried a couple of different martial arts gyms across SE London! Kojo is one of the best coaches I’ve come across and always takes the time to share in depth knowledge. Never thought of wrestling /submission grappling/MMA sessions before Kojo (was more into BJJ) but these are now my go-to classes and I have also joined the Muy Thai classes. The people are so friendly and supportive and Kojo is always pushing us to be the best you can be. Would recommend this gym to anyone, it’s a lot of fun, hard work, great for fitness and I feel more confident in myself! Thanks Coach Kojo :)

Fantastic experience: I have been training at the fight club for around 6 months now. Kojo is an amazing coach, he really takes the time to understand everyone who comes in. I felt welcome as soon as I walked in. Definitely recommend if you’re looking to get into martial arts.

Fantastic experience: Great gym, well equipped and friendly atmosphere. Rob’s an excellent trainer, would highly recommend. Sessions with him were completely personalised based on my goals, fitness, mobility, mindset etc. His prehab and rehab knowledge is first class, I learned a ton and have seen improvements in my mobility and fitness since incorporating his exercises into my routine.

Fantastic experience: I only discovered this place quite recently, and I wish I’d known about it sooner. I’ve trained at local authority leisure centres, style-over-substance gyms in the square mile, climbing walls, parkour gyms - but nowhere like this. I’ve since been back for group classes and personal training, all of which I’ve been singularly impressed with. The Commando Temple gym is situated under three rail arches next to Deptford station (six minutes to London Bridge, ten minutes to Cannon Street). The name immediately tells you that this is run by someone with a sense of humour. The owner and head coach turns out to be a guy called Rob Blair, and the name references his former career in the Royal Marines Commandos. It’s generally a rigorous, professional operation. The first time I trained here I was asked all about my experience, medical history and any injuries, to a far greater degree than almost anywhere else I’ve trained. The website is unusually good for a business this size and has a lot of information on it, including the ability to book classes online, though a couple of times I found class times had been changed without this being reflected on the website. The first thing you will probably notice on walking through the door is that they have a frankly ridiculous amount of awesome equipment, much of which I have never seen anywhere else, and certainly not all collected together in one place - essentially combining strongman, grip strength, weightlifting, gymnastics, combat sports and some climbing equipment. There are partial lists (now somewhat out of date) here: https://bestronger.co.uk/greenwich-gym-se10/ and here: http://bestronger.co.uk/strongman-training-london/. The second thing that stands out (at least for me) is how scrupulously clean, pleasant smelling, well lit and safe-feeling the gym is, and how good the internal finish is. Most rail arch gyms I’ve trained at are dirty, bodged together on a shoestring budget and then badly maintained (gaps in mats, sharp projections, leaks, uneven floors, exposed wiring …). There’s none of that here. Someone has evidently set out to create a really high quality training space and has clearly invested a lot of money, time and effort to that end. And this really seems to be the defining characteristic of the place - the order of priorities. Yes it’s a business. Yes you will be charged money to train there. But I get the sense that Rob’s main motivation for setting this up was actually that he wanted to have a really good training facility to show people cool stuff in. On which note, I’d strongly recommend checking out their videos showing some of the coaches in action: https://youtu.be/LRGoOaJ9tjw which also give a good impression of the space and the equipment they have.

Fantastic experience: The best variety of equipment, the most knowledgeable coaches and a great atmosphere. Everyone always willing to help, or to smile! And such an array of kit, it's difficult to get through it all. Classes are ace too, so it really has it all. Still my favourite place in the world.

Fantastic experience: This is an absolutely world-class facility, with outstanding equipment for every type of training and lots of fun toys for more experienced athletes to play with. The community of trainers and athletes here is outstanding, with a real breadth of knowledge and expertise- and some snazzy titles to prove it. If you're a beginner, don't let the equipment or world-record holders intimidate you! It is one of the most welcoming and positive spaces I have ever worked out or trained in, with a diverse and talented team who are really passionate about what they do. I came in as more or less a beginner, and have had a great experience and learned a huge amount. The trainers' qualifications and backgrounds are so varied, and all the trainers I've worked with are incredibly attentive to your goals, injuries, budgets and scheduling limitations. If you've ever struggled with one-size-fits all training that didn't really seem to fit, this is the place for you.

Fantastic experience: I train at the Commando Temple with Jacob, and he is an amazing teacher! I wanted to work with him because of my injuries, and I have put all my trust in his program as I knew he could relate to me because he also went through similar, if not worse, injuries in his career. His program falls in the perfect balance of pushing you, while never causing harm, and I really love that. I started recovering from long term injuries to which I didn't see an end previously, and feel stronger, so I recommend working with him to anyone, because Jacob will help you find hope again! Otherwise the Commando Temple is +++++, has a great vibe and equipment (and music), the staff is very kind and welcoming. It feels great to come to a gym that has a human scale while most gyms in London are chains and feel anonymous.

Fantastic experience: This is an amazing gym, both unique and inspirational, I can't recommend it highly enough. You'll never have a dull workout here – you can mix things up with sandbags, atlas stones, hammers, and a whole load more. If you've been going to 'normal' gyms it's an eye-opening experience, and you'll never go back. I work with Charlie Clay who is a fantastic personal trainer, incredibly knowledgable and full of energy and encouragement – he will transform whatever you thought you were capable of.

Fantastic experience: Best strongman gym in London

Fantastic experience: The best gym in the world, would give more stars if I could

Fantastic experience: It's the only gym that challenges me.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic and well needed! Finally a place to learn kettlebell properly - Alex and Dieter are so knowledgeable and friendly!

Fantastic experience: I've been working out with Joe Chapple as my PT at the gym for almost a year now, and would highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Love having my PT sessions at the Temple with Jacob - lots of kit and a relaxed alternative vibe, I never feel out of my depth or out of place like I do in chain gyms, I just feel badass !

Fantastic experience: Been going to The commando temple for a half a year now, and it's an amazing place to train. Jacob is a really skilled MMA coach, and constantly puts together a tight training protocol and session for me.

Fantastic experience: Great selection of coaches including Alex Strambanu who I workout with. Always keeps our workouts fresh due to his extensive knowledge in physical conditioning.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely love this place. It’s so special & truly unique. I also love the kettle bell classes with Dieter & Alex - their sessions are really helping me with my overall wellbeing & I can’t thank them enough.

Fantastic experience: Brilliant gym. Looks intimidating from the outside but couldn’t be more welcoming. My PT sessions with Joe Chapple are fun, challenging and one of the best things I spend money on!

Fantastic experience: Favourite place in London. Most amazing variety in equipment and diverse skill set in staff. I always look forward to training with and learning from Mayyah, her kindness and encouragement was what I needed leading up to my first Turf Games. And should you need a message therapist, Gemma, the most talented RMT is also available on site. Could not recommend enough!

Fantastic experience: My husband and I have been doing calisthenics classes with Andrew and really enjoy them. The classes are well run, positive, friendly, and suitable for all levels. We recommend the commando temple highly.

Fantastic experience: Commando Temple is unique. The vast range of equipment and knowledge amongst the expert trainers far exceeds anything you will find in a high street or corporate gym. If you are serious about fitness, this is the place to train.

Fantastic experience: Hands down the best personal training I’ve ever experienced. Since starting training with Mayyah in August, I’m stronger than I’ve ever been and lifting weights I never thought would be possible! Looking forward to seeing the progress in 6 months time!

Fantastic experience: This place is everything a gym should be. Open and welcoming community. Great equipment ranging from the traditional to the completely esoteric. Just strong positive vibes in general. Words don't do it justice, come check the place out.

Fantastic experience: A home away from home - a terrific, welcoming space with the best coaches. Big shout out to all of them. Big shout out, too, to Charlie Clay's Furnace class - if you want to get strong and fit and punish yourself while having a laugh, get yourself down there Mondays and-or Wednesdays.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely brilliant personal training with Mayyah! Focussed on what I want to achieve and the best possible way to do it. I’ve never realised how much I can push myself and achieve, the knowledge and experience Mayyah has gives me so much confidence about what I can push my body to do without injuring myself and get the very best out of my training time. Happy to share her knowledge and use it to make sometimes even small adjustments to improve technique significantly which really helps to get the very best out of my workouts. Always friendly and encouraging, balanced well with getting the best brutal efforts out of me with really fun kit you won’t find at most ‘gyms’. There is NO substitute for QUALITY personal training

Fantastic experience: I'll be honest, if it wasn't for Joe Chapple, my trainer, I probably wouldn't still be training at Commando Temple. It's the sort of gym that looks like its slogan should be "Free your inner lumberjack" with all the metalwork, cement balls, chunks of wood for teams to lift and a few bits of 'standard' gym equipment hidden amongst the ropes and, I suspect, a bear cage somewhere. On the surface, it's an intimidating arena for a woman with a less than shining history of physical prowess. However, Joe and all the other staff and fellow trainees are not only welcoming but truly do have a community built into every square inch of every muscle that's maintained so well in them. Nobody laughs at you, but you will laugh during every visit. Mad feats of endurance, commeraderie at seemingly impossible weight lifts or just plain joy of acheivement laughs as you mop your sweat away. It's not easy to explain the pull of this group of people and their combined ability to encourage the best out of each other and everyone else. There's no sexism, racism, ageism or judgement. We all do what our bodies allow us to do on a day-to-day basis but I'm amazed and proud to say, that for me, that's a heck of a lot more than I ever expected. In a short time, Joe has sensitively and thoroughly taken me past my goal of plain stamina (Covid did a bit a number on me) into finding out that I'm built out of stronger stuff than I could have ever believed. Now.... where's my plaid shirt and tree-climbing gear? Grrr!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been going to Commando Temple for the last 6 months and my only regret is not going sooner. Everyone there, from the trainers to the clients, is incredibly friendly. I’ve been made to feel very welcome. My trainer is Ben Savin and he is just the best. I started working with him to recover after a few injuries and he has got me moving again (and then some). Ben tailors everything to me and makes working out fun and motivating. Thanks to him, I’m much stronger and more flexible than I was when I began. He’s also a really nice guy and we laugh a lot together. Thanks Ben!

Fantastic experience: This gym is like the TARDIS, one stuffed to the brim with the friendliest, fittest, and passionate people. From the outside, you see two railway arches (three counting the martial arts arch) and when you step in, it blows the mind how much is packed in there. They have all the equipment you need to get strong and fit, whether weightlifting, powerlifting, strongman or just for functional fitness. It is the only gym I have come across so far where you walk in and there are rocks and stones, and a grip wall - so not just your usual equipment but more. I have been training there following my own programme, but am impressed by the knowledge and thoughtfulness of the team (one PT, in the middle of his session with a client, told me that I should never feel I can't ask to share equipment because the space belongs to everyone) so much so that I am going to start PT there. Even without PT, people are so friendly and supportive. I had a PT once encouraged me when I was doing heavy trap bar lifts, and another on my pull ups!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been going there for years and achieved amazing results. Phenomenal gym for both body and mind - everyone is always friendly and welcoming. I’ve had 1-to-1 training with both the owner Rob and his wife Mayyah and the level of professionalism is unmatched - they have a talent for reading how I’m feeling on any given day and know exactly how far to push me, so I’m enjoying the experience and getting consistent steady results. Expect top hardcore fitness equipment (I’ve literally met the original Gladiators ‘Wolf’ here so you catch my drift). There’s also plenty of cool art and visuals like the ‘wall of awesomeness’ and little easter eggs of characters dotted around. It’s one of my favourite places, I highly recommend it!

Fantastic experience: I really can't rave about this gym enough. Right from the first training session with Mayyah, I was hooked on the welcoming, motivating and uplifting energy of the space. She was entirely un-phased by my two prosthetic legs and from the word go, doing strength and endurance training at the Commando Temple improved my fitness and confidence in a way that's been life-changing. The breadth of knowledge and understanding that Mayyah and my current PT, Helen, have shared with me in terms of body conditioning and fitness management has been invaluable to me in this last year, and I'm just so damn happy I found this place and these amazing coaches!

Fantastic experience: If you’d told me a year ago that one of my favourite places in London would be a strength gym under the railway arches in Deptford, I would have thought you were insane. But a year on I’m stronger than I thought I could be (even my mum says I’m toned!) and I’m part of a brilliant community of no nonsense, unpretentious legends. Especially big shout out to Charlie, who I train with alongside my husband twice a week. He really cares about his clients and he’s got an uncanny ability to read us and figure out exactly what we need to push us to our limits whilst making us feel totally supported. The workouts are brutal but the best. Every session I laugh as much as I sweat (which is a lot). A special place!

Fantastic experience: Top tier gym. Always feel welcomed and all the staff are very supportive! Sensei Marcus is a fantastic coach and judo teacher and all around great guy! Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: I go to commando temple to do my physical training with Joe Chappel . His training is great and the facilities are very well equipped. Everyone is really friendly, a very encouraging environment. The house rules including leave your ego at the door makes for a great experience.

Fantastic experience: Incredible gym with the nicest group of people and community. The atmosphere is amazing and welcoming and the knowledge of all the instructors is second to none. There is a real family vibe to the place and a huge array classes for all from kids judo to kettlebells. It’s the best!

Fantastic experience: Awesome gym with the best trainers, equipment and classes! When I started going I was a gym novice and it’s the best environment (inclusive, supportive and fun) to build strength, fitness and meet some great people. The Furnace classes run by Charlie are a real highlight - Charlie will make you sweat, make you laugh, and push you to your limit whilst taking your strength (and cardio) to another level. I’ve achieved things in that class I never thought possible.

Fantastic experience: Without question the best gym in London! It is totally unique and without parallel. I have been part of the Commando Temple since it opened its doors some nine years ago, if you’re looking for a gym with fluffy towels and a hot tub, this is not for you. However, if you really want to push yourself and reach your full potential this is the place to come.

Fantastic experience: I have been training Muay Thai at Commando Temple for 4 months now and look forward to every class. Kojo is a next level coach because of his real passion for martial arts, experience, knowledge, attention to detail, dedication to develop his students (the list goes on). I’m really happy with the progress I’ve made since joining and I can honestly say it’s due to the inspired coaching. Every class is valuable and gives you a new bit of wisdom about fighting technique / style / movement. Training here is a continued journey of learning and the environment is very supportive. I cannot recommend this gym enough.

Fantastic experience: What a gym! Be prepared….this is not your regular, commercial, David Lloyd’s, Fitness First type of gym where women wear matching Gymshark clothes, men chill at the dumbbell rack and everything is sparkling shiny… This is the type of gym where people leave a part of their soul behind and come out better for it. It’s where you grind and play around with unusual equipment like natural stones, sandbags and massive logs (usual gym equipment is also there:)) Walking into the gym at first might feel intimidating but the staff working there are some of the nicest people you will ever meet. If you’re looking to give it a try but not sure where to start I would highly recommend joining Wednesday evening class called Furnace run by Charlie. He will push you to your limits but I promise you will feel great afterwards and the banter from him and people in the class is second to none. Try it and thank me later!

Fantastic experience: I've been having PT sessions with Ben Savin at the Commando Temple for 2 years and absolutely love it! All ages, genders and sizes welcome. They have amazing (weird and wonderful!) kit and a great team who know how to help you reach your goals. Training with Ben at the temple is the best investment I've made in myself.

Fantastic experience: Love it here, a special and unique place to train. The toughest looking gym filled with the softest hearted people. An amazing array of conventional and unconventional gym equipment for all training goals for your first-time gym goer to the most elite of athletes. Seriously, you should see the size of some of their kettlebells. Whether I want to work on my engine or powerlifting, Commando Temple has everything I need, and their team is so friendly, skilled, and knowledgeable. Personal highlights of the gym for me are getting to use proper Atlas stones and Andrew Julien's Calisthenics Class which no only works on building strength and endurance on the frame is teaching us how to process with developing a few tricks like back and front levers and handstands too. Easy 5 stars.

Fantastic experience: Commando Temple is unique! The best gym I've had the privilege to frequent. They have every piece of equipment you could want, including the stuff you didn't know you needed. They have a world class team of coaches who specialise in all areas, from as niche as strongman to acrobatics. I've worked with Rob Blair for 3 years, originally with S&C and now remedial treatments every week. He's helped me heal & rehab injuries surgeons couldn't. Rob is also the fittest and most athletic 40+ year old I know. Alex Strambanu is an amazing S&C coach and looks after myself and our athletes at London Grapple. Thanks to Alex, I'm stronger and more athletic than I've ever been.

Fantastic experience: The Commando Temple Gym is second to none. Every coach there is an expert in their field and they have created the most inclusive and supportive community of people. I have trained with Mayyah Blair for over 9 years and she has truly transformed my life. She has coached me through multiple surgeries and to winning strongwoman competitions. Her expertise, understanding and compassion are unparalleled. I cannot recommend them highly enough.

Fantastic experience: This is a fun place to come to with what seems like an infinite amount of equipment options to use for training. There is an unpretentious vibe and as a long time "non-gym goer" I can say this place is not intimidating. My PT Laura Boyd has empowered me to feel more confident at the gym (and in life!) with strength training and makes our sessions so fun. I am always learning something new and leave feeling great. I highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been coming to Wednesday’s strongman furnace class with Charlie for nearly a year. This is my only weight training and Charlie always knows how much I can lift and when I’m ready for more. With the encouragement from him and the class I’ve hit several new PBs and lifted more than I ever thought possible. It’s a great atmosphere to train in and one of the friendliest gyms I’ve joined. I joined for the strength gains but I’ve stayed for the banter and the community. So happy I was recommended to try it out as it’s a hidden gem.

Fantastic experience: This is a great gym - I do weekly PT seasons here with Joe Chapple. Joe is an excellent trainer - always enthusiastic and encouraging, and he tailors my workouts to suit my goals and accommodate my troublesome back. The gym is well equipped and everyone is courteous and welcoming of new comers! Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: This was my first proper gym, and it's awesome. Pro grade equipment that really became apparent when I started training at my local gym. My phenomenal trainer Ben Waters who I still see here weekly is an absolute legend and full time pun generator. He's seen me through some difficult times with my health, and taken me to an unexpected level of strength on the other side, which is worth every penny. If you can, choose this gym. Amazing, friendly, accepting vibe, range of trainers, community spirit, supportive, excellent. 10/10

Fantastic experience: I've been going to the commando temple for their Furnace classes (monday/wednesday) for a year and a half now, and I absolutely adore it. Charlie is an amazing trainer, keeps us motivated, educated, and challenged. His classes are always varied, and we have created a really wonderful community! I have become really close with a few regular people. I honestly don't feel right if I miss a session! Since joining Furnace, I also do a weekly PT session with Charlie. I've lost 10kg and never felt stronger and more confident in the gym. Everyone at the gym is extremely friendly and approachable. I highly recommend the classes as excellent conditioning and functional training.

Fantastic experience: Simply put this is an amazing gym full of really great people. You will probably see the word community come up a fair bit in these reviews, which is entirely fair. It has something for everyone and even though it can look intimidating from the outside, you'll find warm hearted people inside. I have been training with Ben Waters for quite some time now, and I can confidently say that he is the best coach I have ever had. Ben is truly dedicated and genuinely wants you to achieve your whatever it is you are aiming for. He takes an interest in every rep of every set during each session, which makes a significant difference. I could never maintain my gym routine for more than three to four months before losing interest. However, thanks to Ben's engaging training style and him being a great guy, I've been consistently going to the gym three times a week for the last three years. It has now become a non-negotiable part of my weekly routine. If you are looking for a routine that sticks, I can't recommend The Commando Temple or Ben enough.

Fantastic experience: The best equipped and friendliest gym I've ever been to. I've been attending Charlie's Furnace classes for the last 4 years twice a week - they are always fun and no two classes have been the same. I'm always pleasantly surprised by the range of people that attend as well, from people who have never lifted a weight before to people who can pull a double decker bus it's an amazing workout for all abilities and Charlie caters it perfectly.

Fantastic experience: An excellent and well maintained gym. The personal trainers are all on top of their game in particular Matt Strong. There’s no egos here. A very friendly environment & everyone is focused on their own training. The equipment is the best I have seen in a gym. You won’t regret joining.

Fantastic experience: Love the Commando Temple. Great community, vibe, loads of fun, and brings the results. Usual gym items are available, but there are many more interesting items such as atlas stones, circus dumbells, tyres, natural stones, even pulled a bus recently. Charlie Clay is my PT, and I recommend him 1000% - has brought great results and is always very enjoyable. Get involved!

Fantastic experience: The Commando Temple is a unique gym, high expertise, a massive variation of equipment, the knowledge and skill of the trainers is beyond many gyms. I found the place shortly after I moved to London and I am happy to commute nearly 1 hour to the gym twice a week. Easy to do as it is in a great location, plenty of transport options. I was specifically looking for a gym where you could work on strength training, but with a difference (without egos and show). I train mostly with Charlie, on Monday and Wednesday evening, strength club and modified strongman. He is super sharp on form, brings a huge variation to the class content, helping you improve, building strength and most importantly a fantastic atmosphere!! I love Charlie’s classes as we are a fantastic mix of individuals, experienced and inexperienced and we all have our own goals. Charlie brings us all together while at the same time pushing each individual to improve themselves. Class mates are true buddy’s and everyone builds each other up. And most importantly we have lots of banter and a good laugh, also when it hurts! I recommend anyone to try once just to see for yourself. It will be worth it!

Fantastic experience: I have been training at Commando Temple for over a year and I can honestly say it is the best gym in London. The facility is amazing, with a huge variety of equipment and space for any kind of workout. The staff are friendly, professional and knowledgeable, always ready to offer advice and support. The atmosphere is welcoming, motivating and inspiring, with a strong sense of community. I especially enjoy attending the Furnace classes held by Charlie Clay and the calisthenics classes with Andrew Julien. They are both excellent coaches who push me to my limits and help me achieve my goals. They are also very fun and creative, making every session different and challenging. I have seen great improvements in my strength, endurance, mobility and body composition thanks to them. If you are looking for a gym that will make you stronger, fitter and happier, look no further than Commando Temple. You won’t regret it!

Fantastic experience: A wonderful place to train with exceptional coaches, fun and interesting equipment, and a lovely community of clients. Programs and classes are put together with creativity, care and personality. Mayyah’s personal training is the perfect combo of being ENJOYABLE and getting RESULTS!! :)

Fantastic experience: The best gym I've found by a long way. I've trained here for years across fight club, military prep, strongman and the breadth of specialist equipment and coaching knowledge is unbeatable. It can seem pretty intense to new starters, so I'd recommend the Furnace class as a great place to settle in. Or just come in and speak to the coaches! There's no egos and they're always happy to help - nomatter what your goals they'll have a friendly specialist.

Fantastic experience: Commando Temple is by far the best gym I've ever been a member of. The whole staff have created an inclusive community that challenges and educates. It's a fun place to train and the range of equipment is really varied. It's the only gym I've ever been a member of where it's better to not have your headphones in. The chat between the trainers and clients is genuinely brilliant, although I can't condone some of the trainers' music playlists... If you want to make real progress with your fitness you won't find a better place in South London than CT. Particular shout out to Rob for monitoring my progress from afar and offering advice and Charlie Clay for his intense Furnace class and PT sessions. He was the first person to say hello when I joined and took a keen interest in my progress before I even started training with him. Absolute legend.

Fantastic experience: Really responsive and approachable team and the ideal gym for strength athletes, particularly for powerlifting and strongman training.

Fantastic experience: I’ve just started training Boxing and Jiu Jitsu with Dawid, he is truly world class. Insane fighter and great teacher, a rare breed - I have found my sensei. Amazing place

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend, you'll be put through blood, sweat and tears hahahahaha but so totally worth it. Made great friends that are treated like family and coach is amazing. If you want somewhere for discipline, results but fun this is the place :)

Fantastic experience: This gym is full of great people and staff, everyone is friendly, helpful and there are no ego's. My PT (Sam Bryan-Leeson) is a good lad, extremely knowledgeable and is scarily accurate at calculating the numbers. I highly recommend him and Commando Temple in general.

Fantastic experience: This is a Proper Gym! One part martial arts fighting/training space, one part all the machines you could want, one part weights/strongman style equipment, everything from kettles and dumbbells to giant rocks and maces. Really welcoming environment, varied ability levels, all just looking to improve. Been training here a few months with Jacob, who is a fantastically positive and motivational trainer, whatever your level. I've been doing some pre-hab for a planned surgery in recent months and I'm chuffed with how much positive impact it has had! Can't wait to get back to sparring and lifting heavy things once I've recovered. Great little place!

Fantastic experience: Love working out at The Commando Temple. I've been doing PT sessions there since October with the amazing Jacob, who is inspiring, supportive and very knowledgeable. The venue is very well equipped with all the classic strength training kit as well as lots of more unusual training items like maces, clubs and sledgehammers, which make each session unique and never boring. Everyone I've met here is super friendly and supportive, and having a mix of disciplines trained here, from strongman to martial arts makes it fascinating but surprisingly never intimidating. Jacob especially is a super dedicated martial artist, but made me feel comfortable in spite of being relatively unfit to start. Highly recommend giving it a try!

Fantastic experience: Strong man help me with squat. Was good

Fantastic experience: Perfect

Fantastic experience: Brilliant gym, enjoyed training MMA with David especially. I don’t feel scared walking down the streets of deptford anymore.

Fantastic experience: Excellent gym, it's got all the strongman toys I've been wanting to try. Everything that you will not find in a commercial gym you will find here

Fantastic experience: Best gym and group of coaches in the UK! We absolutely love this place.

Fantastic experience: Alex is an amazing personal trainer and the gym itself is great!

Fantastic experience: A very special place to train, they do it all there with such a welcoming community. The mma and BJJ classes under Dawid are great, the best work out you’ll get along with learning new skills and a real sense of Camaraderie from the guys and girls you train with. It’s a safe place to train for all wether you want to compete, improve you’re functional fitness or just learn some self defence skills. If your on the fence please give it a go, increasing your self confidence and fitness is the best gift you can give to yourself. Also the 06.30 Tuesday Muay Thai class with Tom is a great start to the day, the man’s a ninja .

Fantastic experience: This is by far the best gym I've ever been to. The equipment is second to none, and all the coaches are extremely knowledgeable and experienced. It's also a very welcoming atmosphere, and everyone is very kind and friendly :) The fight club is especially great - Jonny is a brilliant and encouraging coach, and my jiu jitsu and wrestling have improved more under Dawid then they ever have before, in over 10 years of training. Would 100% recommend for anyone, from complete beginners to competitive athletes

Fantastic experience: I have trained at gyms around the world and Dawid is one of the best bjj and mma coaches I have ever trained under. He is very technical with beginners but will push you out of your comfort zone when advanced. The club is great for beginners with a very friendly and welcoming atmosphere but, there is also a serious fight team developing with bjj gold medals a regular occurrence!

Fantastic experience: Nice place to practice all kind of effective exercise from calisthenics to strongman weights , conditioning or even martial arts. Bjj and thai boxing are the main ones but you can get a boxing coach if you asked they are really skilled. It has a really good environment and free parking I think. J

Fantastic experience: Thank you for turning my husband into a guy who loves going to the gym - and he has muscles now he never had before!

Fantastic experience: Amazing gym! This is an incredible (newly refurbished) strength training gym with awesome equipment. The personal trainers are world class, and while there are some seriously strong people at the gym, it is the most friendly, welcoming gym that I have ever been to. The Commando Temple is also perfect for beginners, like me, to learn proper form. Whatever your level, if you are looking to get stronger, this is the place. Truly a temple

Fantastic experience: The real deal run by 100% professionals.

Fantastic experience: For almost a year now, this place has been my home on Monday and Wednesday nights. I have made epic gains on a physical, mental and aesthetic level, many of which were facilitated by the Temple. I have formed solid friendship and feel part of a family that celebrates the good times, but more importantly shows you love through the bad ones.

Fantastic experience: Specialist gym, you can definitely get the advice, sense of belonging and coaching you were looking for here. The space has its own unique character, expert and friendly staff ready to show you everything you need on your improvement journey. I tried their powerlifting classes, 100% going back there again and again.

Fantastic experience: This place really knows their stuff - and are incredibly welcoming. There are truly world class athletes and coaches there - from strongman to runners - but everyone is made welcome. From complete beginners to elite athletes

Negative experience: nice gym, massivly overpriced personal training.

Fantastic experience: This is the most supportive, inclusive and friendly place I have ever competed at. It should be on everyone’s fitness bucket list.

Fantastic experience: Truly unique training space, with a great community energy. Amazing equipment and highly knowledgeable staff

Fantastic experience: I go to the Commando Temple to help improve my running. In fact, I went this morning for that very purpose. And tonight I did a 7 mile run and felt like I was flying. Why? Because everyone who works there is an expert in what they do. Oh, and even if it looks a little imposing at first, you soon get to realise that it is one big happy family.

Fantastic experience: There’s something about this place that makes it impossible for me to stop going. All the equipment you’d wish for (and more), incredible coaches and amazing members. And you get a hardcore workout too. Best gym I’ve ever been to.

Fantastic experience: Words fail me. Mainly because I'm often out of breath. I started here in Sept '13, totally out of condition from 35 years at a desk job, although reasonably active before. By Dec '16 I could do all sorts of things that I couldn't name (and a few that I could). Tuition has always been, and continues to be, excellent and extremely well structured by all trainers, who take into account both where I am at and where I want/need to get. This is both strategic (with medium and longer term goals set, reviewed and reset) and then within sessions (with much shorter goals, frequently adapted by them as the session develops and muscle fatigue starts to bite). Awesome group of people - trainers and fellow Templers alike. It remains a privilege to be amongst you - although, when I see what you lift, or do 'weighted', I frequently wonder what a guy like me is doing amongst the rest of you (oops, 'rest' is the wrong word in the context of this place - sorry, 'active recovery'!!) I saw someone here question the cost of the personal trainers here. My motto: Pay peanuts, get monkeys. Pay filthy lucre - get the Silverback and his team. Your choice. I've made mine and am now the fittest I have ever been in my life and getting fitter and stronger week by week.

Fantastic experience: I absolutely love this place. I’ve been training here for over two years now and I’m still learning new things, getting even stronger and forging great friendships along the way. You won’t meet a nicer bunch of people – everyone is so friendly, enthusiastic, supportive and knowledgeable. It’s a pleasure to be part of the Commando Temple community!

Fantastic experience: World class coaches, equipment and community! Welcoming and supportive environment for all abilities. Hands down the best gym that I've ever trained at.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been training at the commando temple for about one year and had a fantastic time! Been taking the fighting classes and made great progress, can’t thank the coaches and all the other guys enough.

Fantastic experience: The commando temple have amazing staff, all well educated in their specific fields, the equipment is first class, you leave with outstanding knowledge and support 24/7 and above all friendship, the staff are continually adding to the temple to make it a amazing experience for everyone 5* for education communication and equipment

Fantastic experience: A unique facility with equipment you won't find elsewhere. A community that feels like family, an inspirational space that will make you want to succeed more than ever before! A must place to train for all levels.

Fantastic experience: Best gym in London. Easily. The atmosphere is fertile soil for those looking to grow stronger.

Fantastic experience: Been training Muay Thai at this gym for 18 months or so - fantastic coaches since i started, great atmosphere and crowd. affordable for students, never been more fit than i am now.

Fantastic experience: I have been training at the gym for almost 2 years now, and wouldn't consider going anywhere else. Kind and helpful coaches, an excellent collection of equipment for strength and conditioning, and just a positive atmosphere the minute you walk in the door.

Fantastic experience: The best gym ever! Im writing this review after half year spending there and i tell you, it becomes your second home! Everyone is so professional and skilled no matter what your expertise is, there is always something new to learn! Special thanks to Rich and Dave !

Fantastic experience: Simply the best training facility in the country. They have top notch coaching staff combined with a simply outstanding space. From beginner to fitness professional. There simply isn't a person they can not cater for.

Fantastic experience: “I'm a man of simple tastes. I'm always satisfied with the best.” Awesome facility. I am a member for the last 12 months. Lost 12kg and never felt stronger. I attend 3 classes (kettlebells, strongman and S&C for fighters). World class coaching from Mayyah and Richie. 5 stars.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely the BEST alternative gym in the entire WORLD (by alternative I mean it's not your standard "treadmill, machines and people in spandex making selfies" gym). It's a place for people who are fascinated by pure, animal STRENGTH, vitality, mobility, using their bodies in functional and AWESOME ways! Strongman, calisthenics, kettlebells, martial arts ... They've got it ALL!!! Plus AWESOME atmosphere, with lots of geeky posters, action figures and coaches who are equipped with a truly British, Monty-Python-esque sense of humor :D:D:D Nothing but LUUUUUUURV for the Commando Temple!!!!

Fantastic experience: I have only used the martial arts classes at the commando temple. The gym looks very well equipped and the instructors are very experienced. I have never seen any ego and its an amazing atmosphere to train in. A proper gym. Love the place.

Fantastic experience: This is a real temple for your mind and body. Run by real professionals and passionate people, always there to help you to achieve your goals. Would especially recommend Bjj and Thai boxing. Coaches doing amazing job at making it interesting and exciting. People are super friendly. I Always wait for next session and get super upset then have to miss a session. For quality and amount you get from your sessions,the price is pennies.