Information about Base Gym Bristol
BS31 2AD, Bristol
Opening hours
- sunday: 8h-18h
- monday: 6h-21h
- tuesday: 6h-21h
- wednesday: 6h-21h
- thursday: 6h-21h
- friday: 6h-21h
- saturday: 8h-18h
Our comment from FitFit UK about Base Gym Bristol:
Base Gym Bristol is widely regarded as one of the best gyms in the area, known for its excellent range of equipment and friendly, knowledgeable staff who foster a welcoming community. Members consistently praise the well-maintained facilities and the focus on maintaining gym etiquette, creating a positive training environment. With a variety of equipment catering to disciplines such as powerlifting, strongman, and Olympic weightlifting, it's a fantastic choice for serious athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike.
Some highlights include:
- Spacious layout with multiple benches, squat racks, and cardio machines.
- A committed community feel among members.
- Regular updates and additions to equipment.
- A supportive atmosphere, making it suitable for all fitness levels.
While there are some minor concerns about cleanliness and equipment availability during peak times, management is responsive and addresses feedback to continuously improve the gym experience. Overall, Base Gym Bristol remains a top choice for anyone looking to enhance their training in a well-equipped fitness facility.
Services, Machines and Guided Classes
Base Gym Bristol: Opinions
Fantastic experience: Been going here for a few months now. Gym etiquette is the best I have seen from any gym. Great range of equipment with multiple benches and dumbbells, friendly staff, lots of space and memberships aren’t over sold. Refreshing coming to this place, stick my head down, headphones on and lock in.
Thank you for a great review! Glad you are enjoying training at Base!
Fantastic experience: the best gym I have been to in Bristol, staff are really welcoming and friendly. I like how it’s enforced to put weights back away after use & there’s always spray bottles to clean the equipment. It’s such a community feel especially for us girlies which I love❤️
Thank you for such a great review we are happy you enjoy training at Base!
Fantastic experience: Great Gym, great price. Really happy to go here and highly recommend
Thank you for such great feedback! Glad you are happy at Base
Negative experience: It's been a while since I went to base gym but very disappointed with the one off session i did today. The gym is extremely well equipped and has far more kit added than when i last went. This could be a top gym to train at, however a few issues need addressing. Cleanliness overall is very poor, I know gyms aren't meant to be spotless like a science lab, but a lot of the machines and benches had sweat marks left on them or the bars were just very dirty. Several machines were clearly old and worn out with ripped pads or broken handles. The staff are not policing customer cleanliness or addressing the dirty kit, there are no signs to be seen around respectfully wiping down kit after your sets. The gym gives out drinks and preworkout in paper cups, whilst there counted four of these just left on top of kit and one spilt on the floor. In the corner of the gym on the green running track various bits of kit are dumped in no order gathering dust and we could not find any barbell clips easily. I did go during evening peak time but the basic rules you'd expect in other gyms are not being enforced here. Stick to Ministry of Fitness folks! This continues to be a gym I visit rarely because everytime I go I am left disappointed but if they fixed problems I'd be a life member in my 15 years of training its got one of the best plends of kit available. Still no mirrors around the squat deadlift platforms which all modern gyms have. I really want to like Base if just leaves me with a what could have been feeling. I am sure they make money but I don't think there is a community feel here like other gyms and they don't follow the basics that make you want to return.
We appreciate all feedback, but 1 star feels very harsh after mentioning how extremely well equipped the gym is. The only negatives in your review is minor cleanliness issues that occur with daily use at any gym, worn pads on 2 to 3 machines that has no effect on their use (only one machine at present has a broken handle, kit breaks it’s a gym), community feel but I’m unsure how you can assess that when only doing the very occasional day pass, I’d argue my members attending daily would strongly disagree! My staff are instructed to clean during quieter periods to avoid being in the way. Gym mirrors in squat racks are unnecessary and would advise not using them to check form
Fantastic experience: As a competitive athlete who has visited a lot of gyms across the country, I can tell you that Base is easily one of my favourites. Not only is the gym very well equipped for anything you would like to do (powerlifting, strongman, weightlifting etc), but it is always adding new equipment for members to use such as power bars. The community is always very supportive and friendly, similarly to the staff has been nothing but knowledgeable and helpful. Not only do they act on members feedback, but they actually seek it and chat about our impression of the gym. The only downsides I can find to Base is the location, as it is a bit tricky to get to from Bristol and Bath (there are buses but the trip can be long).
Thank you for such an amazing review! We are glad you are happy training here
Fantastic experience: Best equipment in Bristol
Thank you William
Fantastic experience: Really good, big gym. Only went for the strongman equipment which is top notch with loads of space. Worth a visit. Got everything you need.
Thank you for a great review. Glad you enjoyed the strongman kit!
Fantastic experience: The best equipped gym I’ve ever been to. Barbell, dumbbell and machine focussed but there is plenty of equipment to get your cardio and conditioning fix. Hands off but friendly approach from owners/ staff which is ideal. Quite a lot of self-filming which might put people off, but I’ve never seen it done in a selfish or rude way. Clientele generally just there to take care of business and not pose, hog equipment or pass judgement. Top place.
Thank you for such a great review!
Fantastic experience: Got a day pass as up for the footy this weekend. This is a cracking gym, especially for powerlifting as equipment choice and space is amazing. Quality equipment and enough of it Friendly people Great vibe - both music and atmosphere (and a gym that gets its sound levels right too) Edit for second visit: Same applies, consistently good atmosphere and crowd. Got to check out the machines as doing a bit of hypertrophy, great range and choice of these, plus a really low angled hack squat that I’d never tried before that you can overload compared to regular hack squat/squat that’s nice for a neurological boost of handling bigger weight. Missed the cambered bar on first visit through not looking enough but the got this too - another awesome piece of kit they have which just shows the thought and effort that obviously goes in to making this a top gym.
Thank you for such a great review. Glad you enjoyed your session here! Yes we do have a cambered bar usually kept on the lying prone row machine
Fantastic experience: I recently became a member at Bristol location. I needed a gym that I can continue to work on my favorite sport , Olympic weightlifting. This place has enough space and necessary equipment, including wood platform. The owner, Sean, is very friendly, gives you the needed time to answer all your questions, and made my membership sign up as easy as possible.
Thank you for such a great review we are glad you like it at Base! Glad you had a good experience from myself and joining was easy. Thank you for being a member!
Negative experience: Average gym,some good and some bad/broken equipment. Lack of treadmills. Nice strongman zone. Parking could be challenging sometimes. It is very cold in winter to train and hot in summer because there is no AC. Update from April 2024: Improved treadmills quantity. Some equipment can be broken for a months of time. Extra disadvantage: Cold water in showers after 9 AM
We appreciate all feedback from members. There are other local gyms to try if you feel you aren’t getting what you want out of Base. Equipment does break it is a heavily used gym and it gets fixed. We currently have all machines in working order. We have 4 treadmills and a total of 15 cardio machines, we are a weightlifting gym so don’t focus on lots of cardio but we feel this is plenty for this style of gym. We have approximately 40 parking spaces which is good compared to many gyms in the Bristol area. We have gas heating throughout the winter which from my knowledge is the only independent gym in Bristol to have any. Air con would be beneficial during summer but the cost is extremely high after 2 quotes and for a new business this isn’t feasible at this time. We have skylights throughout that we open to create airflow and large fans but do concede that air con would be a plus but we are a weightlifting gym so don’t have the luxuries of large commercial companies Response to your update: Showers were could on 1 occasion as new neighbours moved in using my boiler and have now solved the issue, disappointing to mention this as it happened once 1 machine has been broken for 4-6 weeks as parts shipping in from abroad is slow and I’ve bought another one due this or next week. We also have 1 other working leg extension to use for now so don’t see the problem. All other machines working as they should so this is exaggerated! Disappointing you don’t approach me to discuss and put on here wrongfully instead
Positive experience: Very friendly and helpful If you are looking for weights and gym machines you are in the right place
Thank you for a great review and glad you like the gym
Fantastic experience: Amazing gym. Best I've ever been to. Great staff, great members. Just no nonsense with a great range of equipment
Thank you for such great feedback!
Fantastic experience: Superb gym! Have lived in London, Cardiff, Bristol and Bath and this is by far the best weights-focused gym there is (it has cardio too). Brilliant range of machines to cover every different muscle group. It feels open with a great atmosphere. Additionally, it has amazing protein shakes and even wraps to keep you fuelled and help recovery. Sean and Maris top blokes and I highly recommend this gym
Thank you for the kind feedback and glad you enjoyed your session
Fantastic experience: Went there while on holiday in the area. Got a day pass and was very impressed Had great gear and staff and owner was really friendly Highly recommend
Thank you for the great review, we are glad you have a warm welcome and enjoyed the facilities
Fantastic experience: Very good gym i love it
Thank you for the great feedback we appreciate it!
Fantastic experience: Big space and lots of machines and weights
Thank you for the great review
Fantastic experience: great atmosphere, the equipment was solid, owner was nice and let me train for free because the gym was closing in 30 minutes, overall great experience
Thank you for the great feedback we appreciate it! See you again soon
Fantastic experience: I didn't mean to put 1 star this gym is great :)
No problem. Thank you for correcting the error much appreciated and glad you like the gym!
Negative experience: Poor atmosphere all primal strength equipment and a few hammer strength pieces better options in the south west for your money.
Poor atmosphere? Can you elaborate to why as no examples given? This can also help other potential customers understand why you think this as we all may not agree. To give 1 star simply based on “atmosphere” seems very harsh! Nothing wrong with primal equipment but is all based on personal opinion and not had a single complaint so far. The level of kit and the quantity of kit with 75 machines, 9 squat racks, 9 platforms, 8 specialist bars, plates etc we more than feel is good value for money. Assume you did a day for £5 which again is extremely good value for money for that size of gym.
Fantastic experience: Awesome gym, nice atmosphere...fair equipment range (sled but no assault treadmill and several leg machines been ooa for a while). Bargain guest/ day pass option though and friendly staff. Definitely a win.
Thank you for your kind feedback and glad you enjoyed a day pass with us! We have a technogym skill mill arriving 17 April 23. We’ve only had 2 leg machines ooa out of 16 machines in total. The leg extension been chasing 3 months from supplier but now fixed so apologies for this but we do have 2 leg extensions available. The leg press now also fixed and we have 2 leg presses also.
Fantastic experience: Favourite place to train, great environment, fantastic range of kit and friendly knowledgeable staff and PTs available for questions and training.
Fantastic experience: World class equipment in a welcoming space.
Fantastic experience: Nice gym got everything you need also decent tunes
Fantastic experience: Very excellent gym, I joined for a week over the festive period whilst visiting family. Incredible range of equipment and plenty of lifting platforms/squat racks; even during busier times I didn’t have to wait for equipment! Not a ‘commercial cardio’ gym, more suited to bodybuilding, oly/powerlifting & CrossFit which is hard to find and much needed ❤️
Positive experience: Incredible gym. Filled with great equipment (mainly primal). Friendly staff and strict rules keeping the gym in perfect working order. Only reason it does not get 5 stars is due to the location.
Fantastic experience: A really nice gym - staff are so friendly, there's loads of equipment and there's always new stuff being added. There's a brilliant atmosphere and I've felt welcome (as a gym newbie) from day one.
Fantastic experience: One of the best equipped gyms in the southwest. This gym caters to every possible discipline you could think of. Top facilities, attentive team, would highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Insane gym.. All boxes are ticked at base gym.. huge selection of kit, great lighting, clean and there’s even small gym bar for protein, pre etc! Can’t recommend enough
Fantastic experience: It's a great gym. Very spacious. Plenty of equipment. The manager is very pleasant and helpful.
Fantastic experience: Great gym, clean and always tidy. Not pretentious which is great for a private gym. Great for all levels and fitness types as there’s equipment for everyone.
Fantastic experience: Base is a brilliant gym - I always feel welcome when I arrive, every single PT/staff member is friendly and you can tell the owner genuinely cares about his members and his gym! Lots of kit, that I've not seen in more commercial gyms, which makes sessions way more fun :)
Fantastic experience: I train here 3/4 days a week. So much available kit and loads of weights. The staff are all friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. Everyone has a great vibe and it doesn’t feel intimidating in the slightest. Highly recommend the PTs here. Especially Lottie! And they do protein shakes :)
Fantastic experience: Best gym I've ever been to, genuinely a magical place to train
Fantastic experience: Serious about training? This is the place for you. Fantastic kit, great atmosphere and brilliant staff.
Fantastic experience: The best gym in the game!Best staff, lots of room! Lots of equipment and amazing protein shakes
Fantastic experience: Had a good chat with the owner, open space, nice vibes, top quality kit
Negative experience: No clear way into the gym and the phone number doesn't work. Looks nice from the pictures though
Hi Ashley. Unfortunately we are not yet open so access isn’t possible and phone lines aren’t yet in operation. We open on 16th May, full information on our website where we can be contacted via the form or email provided. If you try again when we are open you will see clear signage pointing the way to reception
Fantastic experience: Best gym in bath, lovely staff and overall great place.
Fantastic experience: A wide variety of kit to cater for all sorts of training modalities and the value for money is just undeniable. You can train here for a whole week in sessions that are as long as you need them to be for the same price as one hour with a local CrossFit box, albeit without the class dynamic. This place is truly great!
Fantastic experience: Incredible gym with and abundance of new state of the art fitness machinery and free weights. Lovely people who are out and out fitness fanatics. Great value for money and would highly recommend!!
Fantastic experience: Amazing equipment and great staff!
Fantastic experience: Honestly best value for money, a good friendly environment for an affordable price.
Fantastic experience: Great functional areas which is what I need! Lots of different bars at various heights for calisthenics training, very friendly staff and like general nice vibe
Fantastic experience: Serious gym, amazing atmosphere and friendly people; this is the gym that you've been searching for
Fantastic experience: Great gym with parking. Lovely people and all the machines and equipment I need!
Fantastic experience: Amazing gym in bath, student friendly and great equipment. If you're trying to find a gym that's the perfect mix of CrossFit and your normal commerical gyms this is the perfect place. Come check out Base gym
Fantastic experience: By far the best gym in bath
Fantastic experience: Great equipment and good atmosphere. Friendly staff who are always happy to help. New equipment being added all the time. Whether you are a cross fitter, bodybuilder, or just want to improve your general fitness this is a quality gym to train at.
Fantastic experience: Brilliant gym - staff are very friendly and professional and the gym itself has an impressive range of quality equipment. Very happy I signed up.
Fantastic experience: Base Gym Bath has an excellent set up, it has really high quality equipment and a friendly atmosphere. The staff are always polite and they offer a great personal training service. Whilst the gym always feels busy there is rarely a wait for any of the equipment. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is interested primarily in weight training
Fantastic experience: A great friendly place to train. Good open floor base to accommodate functional fitness/lifting. Friendly staff, great equipment and exceptionally priced. Would recommend.
Fantastic experience: Really lovely and welcoming staff who are always there to help and have a good chat. Best quality gym equipment I've ever seen in a gym and a wide variety. Very clean and tidy and overall I am loving training here!
Fantastic experience: Brilliant gym with lots of space and a welcoming atmosphere. Very well stocked free weights and machines.
Fantastic experience: Couldn't be more pleased to find this gym, recently moved to Bath and was looking for somewhere to start training as a relative newbie. The staff are all extremely friendly and the gym has a great atmosphere, making working out a lot more fun. The equipment is varied and perfect for what I was looking for.
Fantastic experience: Quality gym, a good variety of high quality equipment for all types of lifting. Great atmosphere and really friendly staff, definitely the best value for money gym in Bath⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Fantastic experience: A great place to be to make serious progress. recently moved to Bath and having tried pure first gave Base a go and I can honestly say it was the best decision I’ve made. The staff are friendly and always on hand to help if you need and the equipment is second to none, could not recommend more.
Fantastic experience: Awesome warehouse gym in the centre of Bath! Such a wide variety of equipment catering for everyone in the fitness family! Friendly staff and a crisp clean environment!
Fantastic experience: Great gym with open plan flooring, lots of machines and plenty of racks - have never found myself going to a session where I can’t do the compounds I want due to lack of racks. Really friendly staff and are keen to help wherever possible.
Fantastic experience: Amazing gym, great value and super nice staff!
Fantastic experience: great facility with super friendly staff and top of the line equipment
Fantastic experience: Top quality equipment, quality atmosphere and amazing knowledgable and friendly owners/staff! The best place in bath for all kinds of gym work. Best value for money in the city!
Fantastic experience: Great gym in bath. Friendly, welcoming staff and a fantastic gym atmosphere. Huge amounts of space with 6 wooden platforms and a variety of plate loaded machine. They also have some high level equipment available not found in some other gyms, which makes for a great addition to your session.
Fantastic experience: Great equipment and plenty of it. Loads of squat racks and DL platforms in particular. Friendly, helpful staff and equally friendly clientele. Staff have loads of expertise from strength training to Olympic lifts. They also do a tasty range of shakes, bars and drinks for all your pre/post workout needs.
Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere, friendly / welcoming staff. Also, new and high quality equipment, perfect!
Fantastic experience: Great gym with plenty of equipment and is affordable.
Fantastic experience: Great gym and staff!
Fantastic experience: Quality gym, hygienic, great equipment and personal trainers. Overall atmosphere is really welcoming and supportive.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic gym in Bath!! I went to a weightlifting workshop run by @52fitnessbath at Base Gym, it is a brilliant gym, and would highly recommend it and Steven McCready.
Fantastic experience: Excellent gym, great value
Fantastic experience: Amazing gym and really friendly people. I love this place.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic gym, incredible atmosphere with a great community and top notch professional kit. Would highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Great friendly atmosphere and good quality equipment
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