Exertion Fitness

Fantastic experience: Probably the best decision I've made in a long time in joining Exertion. Very helpful, friendly and supportive in achieving your goals. I feel welcomed at this gym...great positive culture. Mark

Fantastic experience: From the initial chat with Ryan to the end of the 6-week challenge, the encouragement, support and communication were exceptional. I was really pleased with my results. The ethos of Exertion is welcoming, and you are definitely made to feel part of the gym community. Thank you for the experience

Fantastic experience: This is a great gym if you want a healthy lifestyle! . All the instructors are really helpful and supportive and friendly! The class set up is really good as you feel that if you haven’t got the technique correct or the incorrect weights someone is there to help and push you forward! I also love to he nutrition support and advice as it makes you accountable but they are there to advice if required. Overall would highly recommend.

Positive experience: Exertion Fitness is a great way to kick start a healthy lifestyle. It focuses not only on exercise but also nutrition. Unlike most gyms there is always an instructor to speak to or message who can give you advice or help to alter your plan, where needed. The gym itself has a very friendly atmosphere with instructors who are knowledgeable and friendly, helping you to feel at ease. I loved the weights part of each session but the cardio part for me was a little repetitive, as I like something which makes me think. Definitely worth enrolling in the 6 week program, if you are wanting to make a change to your lifestyle, as you are kept accountable throughout.

Fantastic experience: Being a small gym sessions are more personal, help is there if needed, coaches are friendly, experienced and will give alternative exercises if you are struggling. Sessions are bookable throughout the day. A great small gym. 21 June '24

Fantastic experience: Completed my 6 week challenge this morning and all I can say is...WOW!!! The results I had were amazing. Best gym I've been to by far, the staff were absolutely brilliant and extremely helpful. Great atmosphere! Highly recommended if you want to shed some weight or gain some muscle, this is the place to do it. I'd give it 6 starts if i could!

Fantastic experience: Overall experience has been excellent. What I really appreciate is how attentive the coaches are. They are helpful, informative, encouraging and friendly.

Fantastic experience: It is an amazing gym with friendly staff. Trainers have helped me achieve my goals during goal specific training. Yoga sessions are amazing as well and i use them to treat myself.

Fantastic experience: It’s tough, rewarding and addictive. The staff are personable but professional. If you want a better you I recommend it

Fantastic experience: Absolutely fantastic. You have changed my entire perspective on health and fitness. I look forward to training and it has become a way of life for me. I am so pleased I finally plucked up the courage to join last year.

Fantastic experience: Great gym. All the trainers are very good and are interested in everyone's goals. They are also great with people like me who haven't spent too much time in a gym in my life and find it a learning curve. They always explain each exercise and make sure that the techniques are being carried out correctly by everyone to prevent any injuries. For all those alien to a gym but apprehensive about it, please don't be, they will all make you feel at ease.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely buzzing. I’ve made so much progress in 3 months. The team and community vibe, everyone pushing each other. The coaches and team behind the scenes giving great pointers for the incremental improvements be it diet or training. Got my mojo back for training. Thanks guys. Thoroughly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Friendly atmosphere Professional coaching Great staff that make time to get to know you individually Classes always start on time no waiting around Very happy

Fantastic experience: **Incredible gym!** Due to injury, i was a little apprehensive on joining in with the 6 week challenge. After speaking on the phone with Ryan, i decided to join. What a good choice i made! The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and honest. You are given an arsenal of tools to succeed with, including an app to document progress, track nutrition, etc. you are assigned a personal coach, and held accountable for your own progress. All of the stress of planning sessions is taken away with an incredibly well structured programme tailored to your goals. Personally for me, in 6 weeks i added 2.5kg of muscle, whilst losing 1.6kg of body fat. Proof that with hard work, and the knowledge and support of good coaches, alongside a structured programme, big results are achievable. I would recommend Exertion to anyone that is considering making permanent changes to their fitness journey. It’s worth every penny. Lastly a personal thanks from me, to all of the coaches for running an amazing gym. Andrew

Fantastic experience: Having never committed to any form of regular exercise except swimming I joined feeling anxious that I wouldn’t be able to keep up and wouldn’t enjoy the sessions. However! I look forward to each and every session, the support from the trainers and the other people in the class is just wonderful. We are all there for each other and spur each other on. I feel very lucky to be part of the team on this journey to become stronger and healthier. I am starting to notice small changes in my shape and the way I feel with regards to strength and I can’t wait to see where I am in January 2025! I’ve convinced my sister in law and friend to join as it really is the best thing we can do for our mental and physical health. I’m shocked at how much I’m enjoying the whole process!

Fantastic experience: Really enjoying it. The exercises are varied and very challenging; and having a trainer there all the time is great - both for technique and "pushing" you on. I've just started the yoga also, and that was so challenging (but enjoyable) as well. I will continue with both.

Fantastic experience: I joined the gym initially on the 6 week programme planning to use it to get back on track before continuing with my normal routine at my local gym. I enjoyed it so much I ended up joining at the end of the programme and have now been a member for a few months. The workouts are brilliant and the trainers are all really motivational and create a great atmosphere that definitely means you end up getting more out of yourself then you ever would working out alone. It's also great not to have to give it any thought but to just turn up and be told exactly what to do. The monthly body scans are great for letting you know exactly where you are at and creating accountability as well. With 2 young kids that play tons of football and a very busy job, my time is very limited but this gym is that good that I drive a 40 minute round trip rather than use the one 5 minutes down the road from me. If you're serious about improving your health & fitness and want to have some fun doing it then I couldn't recommend this gym highly enough!

Fantastic experience: Been trying different weight loss and fitness programmes and this is the first one that’s worked. Really friendly and knowledgeable team.

Fantastic experience: Had a great 6 weeks in their challenge. Superb from start to finish. Really something if you need to change your outlook on exercise and fitness. Always struggled with the food side and pushing myself physically in the gym, they have helped me gain an insight and understanding that I will be able to hopefully continue and I’m grateful for all the team for helping me get to this point. Griff

Fantastic experience: Fantastic facilities, superb support and amazing coaches! My life has changed these past 6 months for the absolute better, thank you Ryan, Rich, Dan, Jodie and the rest of the Exertion Team!

Fantastic experience: I cannot praise Ryan and the team highly enough. They are welcoming, patient, and supportive with newcomers (like me) and foster a genuine culture of camaraderie and encouragement. The programmes are challenging but rewarding. Joining will be the best decision you could make!

Fantastic experience: The team are welcoming, knowledgeable and thorough in their instruction. You are in a small group so it's similar to having a personal trainer and you get plenty of encouragement to push yourself.

Fantastic experience: 1 week in on their 6 week challenge and so very glad I took the plunge. Absolutely brilliant service by very well informed, friendly and driven instructors. This is not just a gym but a complete education into fitness on all levels, including valuable direction into nutrition. The app easily allows you to track calories, protien, carbs and fats consumed daily. The classes are small, personal and friendly. Will definitely be staying on after the challenge. And the owner is a lovely down to earth man who actually wants to educate and support you.

Fantastic experience: These guys are brilliant I nearly loss a stone in 6 weeks , the owner all the Pt's are all brilliant , I highly recomend these guys ,keep up the good work guys

Fantastic experience: I signed up for the 6 week challenge and it was an amazing experience. The sessions were always great, the coaches were great at pushing you and helping build confidence! The nutrition guidance and check ins were also a big plus point in helping keep you motivated. After just 4 weeks I had dropped a few kilos of fat and made gains on muscle mass. Highly recommend Exertion and their program to anyone whos keen to shape up!

Fantastic experience: Best £150 I ever spent. 6 week challenge has changed my life!. Biggest & fittest I’ve ever been. Thank you to Ryan and his amazing Team!!

Fantastic experience: I joined the 6 weeks challenge to build some strength for a climbing trip coming up. The classes follow a program of first short warm up, strengthening and finally high intensity exercises. All in 45mins classes. The instructors are very attentive: they demonstrate the exercise before and then watch you. Each instructor knows your name and is aware if you are a newbie. All friendly. The classes are small (8 usually). I did not know anything about using weights but did not injure myself thanks to the support. Also got the nutritional support from a dedicated coach. They are all qualified in nutrition. I was getting weekly constructive comments on my diet. People of all sizes attend the gym, for all sorts of reasons. It is great to see so many people enjoying themselves and getting fitter.

Fantastic experience: As an older woman I have found all of the coaches are so positive, knowledgable and encouraging. The coaches and facilities are top notch and the sessions really motivate me to perform well and within my abilities, whilst setting goals to challenge myself. The online contact from my personal coach and the food diaries are also great for keeping my mind focussed and also educating me on what is good for my body. There are a variety of training sessions and times to suit everyone. I highly recommend Exertion Fitness.

Fantastic experience: As a not so fit, 40 something I was anxious about joining the gym but i am so glad I have! I originally started the 6 week challenge and have stayed! I love the structure of the sessions and how supportive all the coaches are - thank you! The format is the same each session but the exercises change. I feel my confidence is developing but I still have a way to go - personally find the nutrition side the challenge but will get there thanks to the people here!

Fantastic experience: I could not recommend Exertion enough. I signed up to the 6 week challenge and loved every minute of it. The coaches are great, very knowledgeable and the classes are well planned. Being slightly nervous to get back into exercise, both the coaches and the members were friendly and supportive. The nutrition advice provided was really helpful too!

Fantastic experience: The team at Exertion are great. So supportive. The classes are great with all the support you need. You don't have to be super fit or in shape to feel comfortable here but long term that's exactly what you can achieve. Highly recommended

Fantastic experience: What an amazing place , signed up for the 6 week challenge and by the end of 6 weeks i had already noticed a change in my weight and strength. The coaches are really knowledgeable and encouraging. Its great to walk into the gym and find the exercises for that session already worked out for you , never thought i would become a gym lover , but I'm hooked .

Fantastic experience: I'm giving a long-term review as I've been a member at Exertion since it first opened in 2021. A bit of background I'd been training on/off for years in my home gym, but was never really getting the results I wanted. I joined Exertion for the monthly challenge but wasn't sure what results to expect with the tailored nutrition and workout program. But in the first month, I lost 4kg of weight and body fat went from 20% body fat down to 19%. Fast forward to today and I'm currently at 66kg and 8% body fat! I'm in the best shape I've ever been. With greater strength/endurance and overall fitness. All this is thanks to Exertion Fitness! The training sessions are excellent. Coaches will ensure that you are performing the exercises with the correct form whilst working around any injuries or issues you may have. The environment is also excellent, other members will help to motivate you to perform better. With the nutritional side, the weekly coach check-ins help to ensure that you are held accountable and keep your nutrition in check. All the coaches: Ryan, Jodie, Rich and Dan are great and always help to ensure you perform your best and keep yourself on track. A Big shout out to Coach Dan, whose expertise, advice and encouragement have helped immensely. Thanks, guys! If you put the effort in and listen to the advice of your coach, you will get the results you want. Would recommend it to everyone who wants the best results and be in the best shape of their lives. Don't hesitate. Sign up today.

Fantastic experience: Well it took me a good few years to be enticed back into the world of exercise and joining a gym. Looking around I decided on Exertion Fitness as it was close to where I’m based. So popping in to have a look around with the friendly team I was soon finding myself in there at least 3 days a week wanting to loose some weight and feel fit again. After 6 weeks I’ve lost a stone and feel good and importantly motivated to carry on. Food is monitored as well and help With nutrition which is helpful and interesting. If anyone is looking to make a start with an attentive friendly gym that gets results try here - I know I’m glad I made the move.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely love going to Exertion! I never thought I would enjoy it as much as I do. I was nervous initially due to being a beginner with weights and the gym setting but I can’t recommend it enough. The coaches are fantastic and will correct your form if needs be to prevent injuries.

Fantastic experience: I really enjoyed the 6 week program. A lot of like minded individuals. All the trainers were extremely likeable and helpful no matter your ability.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing. Incredible coaches, so supportive and challenging in equal measure. There's a great atmosphere in the group sessions and members really encourage one another as well. Learning about the nutrition side is a great and really important education. It works! Feeling stronger, feeling healthier... and enjoying it all.

Fantastic experience: It’s been life changing, all the coaches are so positive and friendly, really respectfully pushing me to my limits ! I have seen great results in a relatively short time, would recommend to anyone in any shape, size or level of fitness.

Fantastic experience: 5 stars does not do Exertion Justice. I would give it 10 stars if I could. Been a member now for 17 months and in the best shape of my life. I have never not wanted to train. The coaches are supportive, friendly and knowledgable they look at everything from form to nutrition, giving honest constructive feedback. If you don't try or work hard expect to be challenged but if they didn't they wouldn't be doing their job. I have made some amazing friends. Big shout out to Dan for the encouragement, honesty and advice. Always there for support. Also Ryan for cracking Burn sessions. Not forgetting Rich and jodi and Neil's Yoga sessions

Fantastic experience: I would give this place more than 5 stars if I could. An amazing atmosphere, fab coaches, supportive and inclusive. It has something for everyone, seasoned gym goer or just starting out. It just works. Keep up the good work Ryan, Dan, Jodi and Rich! ‍♀️

Fantastic experience: Amazing place to work and get results, clients ability to be honest, allow the coaches to adapt exercises for themselves, overall a great atmosphere to get results, learn to keep a healthier lifestyle

Negative experience: I was a member of Exertion Fitness from October 2021 - February 2023 and during that time I injured my back 4 times doing a sumo deadlift. After my first MRI in July 2022 it showed I had a central disc protrusion, and my recent MRI shows I still have a minor disc bulge and inflammation in the spine which causes me daily pain. Following multiple appointments with physio’s, MSK consultants, chiropractors and osteopaths I am still working on my recovery. As a runner, I joined Exertion to build my strength for running however just now my MSK consultant has advised me I may never run again due to the continuous strain I put on my back and she has stated I now have a chronic disc issue which she has said started in this gym. Ryan created a rehab plan and I reduced my sessions, however I had to leave due to the injuries and to ongoing bullying by one of the coaches. My injury wasn’t taken seriously by this coach, I was told “my back is fine” when my MRI showed my back wasn’t fine and I had a central disc protrusion, I was pushed to my extreme in one of the sessions doing squats and hip thrusts when I should have been following the lower body rehab plan. I was in a position where I felt uncomfortable going into this gym and I could only attend certain sessions to avoid this coach. I had complained about this coach on numerous occasions but there was no change in his behaviour. Exertion Fitness is not a professional business, you can expect a lot of backchatting about the owner, other coaches and members. Also, it is not an inclusive environment as I had sessions where the coach didn’t even talk to me, I left the gym close to tears. I am not the only one who has experienced this behaviour. As someone who never lifted weights or went to the gym, I learnt a lot about macros and structuring a strength program. However, I am sorry to say I can’t recommend this gym due to my experience, I should not have been subjected to bullying and left with a chronic back condition if I am paying a very high fee for coached training. Everything mentioned in this review was mentioned to the owner before I left. I am entitled to provide honest feedback of my experience to members of the public who are interested in joining the gym, as you are prone to injury following these plans if you’re a beginner.

Fantastic experience: Great facilities, trainers are excellent, classes are well-structured and groups are small meaning trainers spend time helping you even if beginner, friendly/ non-judgemental atmosphere, other gym users are nice

Fantastic experience: I can not rate high enough the experience I have had at Exertion Fitness, from the initial 6 week trial, to seeing and feeling the results it was a no brainer to commit to being a full time member. I like the tailored programme, regular check-ins with my person coach and enjoying seeing and meeting like minded friendly bunch at all of the sessions. I've taken advantage of going to one of the nutrition talks done by Rich, which was great and really informative, it reinforced that they look at the whole picture nutrition and exercise, with the variety of other classes I can book in on means there's always an option to change things up , thanks Ryan, Rich and not forgetting Dan

Fantastic experience: Really enjoying Exertion Fitness. 6 weeks in and can see the benefits in my shape and losing weight. Bench pressed more today than ever in previous gyms etc, this will only get better.

Fantastic experience: I'd been trying lose weight for a couple of years through gym memberships, fitness clubs and personal trainers. I did the 28 day challenge and lost more body fat in one month with Exertion than I had through 2 years of trying. Great coaches, rewarding sessions, flexible class timetables and most importantly visible results!

Fantastic experience: Excellent sessions. Good clean set up. The instructors go all the way in pushing you to put the maximum effort in and get results out of the sessions. Well recommended

Fantastic experience: I joined on the 28 day challenge and it is the best decision I have ever made. I have been a member of various gyms and managed high end health clubs, however Exertion Fitness Is another level. The training is so varied and really pushes you if you need pushing (I do) The team are super friendly and knowledgable and really help me with my technique. I am more confident, my clothes fit better and love the members as much as the staff who are all amazing! A special shout out to the team, Ryan, Rich, Dan and Lucy who motivate and inspire me to be better. I am now a fully pledged member and have 3 training sessions every week and access to classes too. Thank you so much, loving being part of the Exertion Family

Fantastic experience: What a gym. Very good setup and the coaches know what they are doing. If you want to make some changes in your daily life join here. That’s what I would say about this gym. Step by step progression and improvements guaranteed. The classes are fantastic and the burning program will kill you for sure.

Fantastic experience: Wanted to do something different and challenging and did not know what to expect at all when I decide to put my name down for the 4 weeks weights challenge. OMG, what an amazing experience. The program setup was suitable for all levels, and the encouragement and support given through the training were amazing. I am not a weights person and I can not believe how strong I can be. The coaches are amazing making every session fun and challenging. The best personal results I had compared to any other exercises I did before and that is without starving myself. Thank you!

Fantastic experience: Great gym, the progression in myself has been amazing . Always get pushed even when I have them hard days at work .

Negative experience: Not even worth the 1 star!!! I joined the 28day challenge after seeing an ad on Facebook, Ryan called me and asked if i was free to visit the same day for a quick, I paid the sign up fee of £119 over the phone & attended the initial 1st meeting(approx 20mins) and Ryan explained everything clearly and took his time to reassure everything would be OK...unfortunately something ddnt sit well with me and I was having 2nd thoughts about the whole thing and I msged on the app saying I would like a copy of their refund policy as I had changed my mind. Someone replied NO refund! As I had attended the 1st sign up meeting and stated those were the terms.?! Surely 20mins of talking and standing on your body mass machine doesn't constitute £119 of your service nor does your ad on Facebook show or state in any way that once you attend that 1st signing in meeting you lose the right to cancel or have a refund. I feel robbed and cheated!! You pride yourself on being above the rest in terms of commitment. Even if you had said we will have to deduct a charge for the time Ryan took out of his time to meet me that would be understandable! A PT 30min session is not worth £119 ..talk about daylight robbery!!!! Also no reply from the owner about the above after his week holiday..that was 2wks ago‍♂️

Fantastic experience: Great environment, excellent coaches, well designed training plans, top notch results

Fantastic experience: Proper set up and great people. Only negative element is the burpees…….!

Fantastic experience: What a brilliant addition to Mickleover village. The gym has everything you need and a great vibe. Ryan can seriously put you through your paces, would recommend highly!

Fantastic experience: Loving the classes! Gym is very modern and staff are very motivating

Fantastic experience: I joined this lovely community and started the group classes back in October when it first opened and I absolutely love it! I’ve been to many gyms and worked out at home, and this place is by far the most friendly, enjoyable, supportive and positively challenging place I’ve been too. The coaches are all really supportive and will help you reach your potential, giving you lots of encouragement. The other members in the classes are all really friendly and there is a real sense of ‘in it together’ no matter what your abilities are. Would HIGHLY recommend if you want to join somewhere for the long haul and sustain a healthy body and mind!!

Fantastic experience: Started on the 28 day challenge to give myself the boost I needed after a few years away from the gym. By far the best investment I've ever made. Everyone, from the coaches to fellow members are so friendly and supportive and helpful. You walk away from each session so happy you went, even if initially not in the mood to go, the style of workouts and the people around you make it such a fun experience and make you want to keep coming back. Finished the challenge and the results spoke for themselves, I had to sign on as a member. Extra bonus: even if youre a little gym shy or crowd shy (like me), the way this gym is ran and lay out works perfectly! It's never over crowded, you always have your own space, and coaches are always watching and on hand to come give you the help or nudge you need.

Fantastic experience: Started on the 28 day challenge and have recently joined. Love the style of training which works and I have seen results already. The support and encouragement is amazing and your not on your own. First time for years that I have not wanted to train.

Fantastic experience: I signed up for the 28 day challenge - I’m now halfway through and it’s meeting all expectations. Varied training sessions being lead by qualified coaches who guide and encourage all the way. Group classes are mixed ability and work for all. Guidance on nutrition an added incentive. I’m really enjoying it.