Information about Catts Gym
WN5 8ST, Wigan
Opening hours
- sunday: 10h-13h
- monday: 10h-21h
- tuesday: 10h-21h
- wednesday: 10h-21h
- thursday: 10h-21h
- friday: 10h-20h
- saturday: 10h-13h
Hardcore Bodybuilding and Powerlifting Gym in Orrell, Wigan. No Contract needed, pay as you train
In the year 1987 Harry, Eva and Wayne Catterall founded a gym at Foundry Lane, Wigan. It was family run and developed a reputation for dedication to hardcore training.
As the gym grew, new premises were required. In 1995 it moved to its present location at Church Drive, Orrell. The new place offered the extra space any gym needs and had the bonus of a private car park.
Today the gym caters for all serious strength training disciplines. With the gym split into rooms keeping iron plates and cables type machines separate.
The gym has a friendly and business like atmosphere, there is always somebody on hand, whether it be for time and results proven training advice or a firm hand for a heavy lift spot.
As important as a heavy training session is, attention must also be paid to nutrition. To that end the gym stocks a full range of pre and post workout supplements. In addition to nutritional products the gym has its own range of branded training clothing for sale.
We think there are a couple of key things that make up a good gym. One of those things is plenty of weight to train with. Another is the right atmosphere. This room has them both, and in spades.
The floor is fully padded and each wall is lined with mirrors. Dumbbells are kept on racks down one wall and they range from the very light to the very, very heavy.
There are a couple of bench press, including a Smith machine and incline bench. At the other end of the room are a couple of squat racks and reinforced floor. There are also some unique machines to this gym, such as the specially designed tricep Smith machine and 'shrug cage'.
Throughout the room there are plate trees, full of iron. Strategically positioned next to the main pieces of equipment. Everything is this room is designed and built to be robust enough to take the maximum punishment serious training is all about
All body parts can be trained with variable resistance selector machines. Machines and cables can be used to target and isolate body parts, blast out some variation, or help recover from injury.
Either way the machines in this room have been specifically chosen or custom made for one purpose - quality and robustness. Machines take a lot of punishment and have moving parts so need some simple maintenance. All the machines in this gym are maintained on site, meaning no delays and equipment out of service gathering dust.
If boxing training is your thing, we've got it covered. The bag room has multiple bags and other cardio equipment ready for killer circuits. The floor is padded and the room has full height mirrors. The bags themselves are held up by a custom frame, so no matter the punishment the bag gets, the vibration stays in the room.
Like it says on the sign, this is a hardcore bodybuilding and powerlifting gym. But cardio is important to. This room is set aside to rowing machines and exercise bikes.
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Our comment from FitFit UK about Catts Gym:
Catts Gym is renowned as one of the best old school gyms in Wigan, UK, offering a fantastic atmosphere and a genuine sense of community. With a focus on bodybuilding, this gym caters to fitness enthusiasts of all ages, from teenagers to seniors, making it truly inclusive.
Highlights of Catts Gym include:
- Extensive range of equipment: Users praise the gym for its impressive array of weightlifting gear and machines, ensuring that there’s something for everyone.
- Affordable pricing: At just £1.50 per session, customers find incredible value for a hardcore training experience.
- Welcoming environment: The friendly staff and supportive community make first-time visitors feel right at home.
- Experienced patrons: The gym is frequented by knowledgeable lifters who are always ready to assist newcomers.
- Focus on tradition: With its classic, no-frills approach, Catts Gym offers a true weightlifting experience without unnecessary distractions.
While the gym has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, some users note that the decorations could be updated. However, many agree that the traditional ambiance adds to its charm. For anyone seeking a reliable, well-equipped gym with a rich history and a welcoming spirit, Catts Gym is the place to be.
Catts Gym: Opinions
Fantastic experience: Proper old school gym. Great.
Fantastic experience: Amazing old school gym with iron plates and dumbbells! Loved it.
Fantastic experience: Best gym on the planet, you'll find equipment here that you won't find anywhere else. They even have a neck machine, super friendly to the point its like a family everyone Is super trustworthy, you can put your belongings down and guarantee it won't get touched by anyone. It's full of very experienced lifters who are always there to help. But my favourite thing about Catts Is the amount of jacked people there aged 60 n above who train there and have been for years, its a gym for absolutely everyone any age from teenagers to pensioners
Positive experience: Son loves it here
Fantastic experience: First trained here 25yrs ago, best gym ever, always drop in when visiting family or friends, £1.50 unbelievable value for a true hardcore gym, only increased by 50p in 25yrs. Does what it says on the tin.
Fantastic experience: Outstanding. A proper weights gym with more metal to lift than you can shake a stick at. Best value for money in the northwest
Fantastic experience: An experience
Fantastic experience: Great no frills gym with very friendly owners who make you feel welcome. There is a lot of equipment and never any waiting around to use things as there is more than one of each. I like the gym very much.
Fantastic experience: Having known catts gym for over 30 years I have to say nothing has changed !! Not even the price. Originally a pound entry it's only escalated to £1.50 in 30 years. The gym has every piece of conceivable gym equipment. Catering for all but it has to be said very focused on body building
Fantastic experience: How a gym should be , old school…
Fantastic experience: Superb gym, everyone is very friendly.
Fantastic experience: Always has been and always will be the best old skool gym in the north west.
Fantastic experience: my favourite gym. friendly staff and good equipment.
Fantastic experience: Excellent gym with a fantastic range of equipment
Fantastic experience: Loads of equipment, relaxed, friendly.
Negative experience: Brilliant gym
Fantastic experience: Always been a great place to train
Fantastic experience: Friendly gym.fantastuc atmosphere everything you need in a professional gym.best and cheapest in North West.owner helpfull.nothing is too much trouble for Wayne and his team.
Fantastic experience: Everything you need in a gym
Fantastic experience: Brilliant
Fantastic experience: Great old school gym
Fantastic experience: The best of the best for old Skool power lifting. £1.50 a session. Can't beat it. Family run with strength pedigree. Owner and staff have years of experience in the strength field. A really awesome gym with people to match, friendly with a community spirit.
Fantastic experience: Been going here since I was a kid. Top family run gym; genuine people willing to give you the time of day and happy to welcome all kinds... no snobbery.
Fantastic experience: Proper hardcore gym with some awesome old school kit. Great atmosphere will definitely be going again
Fantastic experience: Top Gym
Fantastic experience: Mega. No place like it
Fantastic experience: Fantastic gym
Fantastic experience: Top place, great people and very experienced staff. All round 5 ☆
Fantastic experience: Best gym around
Fantastic experience: The best gym around for bodybuilding
Fantastic experience: Best gym in the world
Fantastic experience:
Fantastic experience: Quality gym. Really cheap and has everything you will need. 5*
Fantastic experience: Friendly atmosphere
Fantastic experience: Brilliant place to train and get expert advice on training and dieting
Fantastic experience: Because it old school as with weight s etc
Fantastic experience: A great gym with friendly staff and other users.
Fantastic experience: Wonderful new decor brilliant and helpful staff. Great training experience with personal trainers.
Fantastic experience: Been going Catts Gym since I was 19...when I am home from London and need to lift weights ..its still the place for me. No lululemon lycra clad poncification here....serious lifter's venue. And £1.50 entrance fee? No brainer. Enjoy
Fantastic experience: Proper gym friendly owners good atmosphere
Positive experience: Old school gym. Pay per visit. Staff are welcoming.
Fantastic experience: Best gym on the planet
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