The Ilkley Fitness Centre
Information about The Ilkley Fitness Centre
LS29 0AA, Ilkley
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 7h-12:30
- tuesday: 7h-12:30
- wednesday: 7h-12:30
- thursday: 7h-12:30
- friday: 7h-12:30
- saturday: 7h-11h
The Ilkley Fitness Centre - One of the North's leading venues for Fitness and Well being.
Welcome to the Ilkley Fitness Centre, located at the Pavilion at Olicanian Cricket Club on Denton Rd. We offer a range of exercise classes taught by an experienced instructor, helping you achieve your fitness goals in a supportive and motivating environment. But that's not all - our centre boasts breathtaking views overlooking Ilkley Moor, making your workout a truly unique and enjoyable experience. Whether you're looking to improve your strength, endurance, or overall health, the Ilkley Fitness Centre is here to help you reach your full potential. Come join us and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you!
At the Ilkley Fitness Centre, you can enjoy a variety of fitness classes taught by a single, friendly, highly experienced and highly qualified instructor, Steve. He specialises in demonstrating the proper techniques to ensure your safety throughout each class, while helping you achieve your fitness goals quickly and effectively.
Steve provides personalised attention and guidance, making sure that you receive the support and encouragement you need to reach your fitness potential. Join us today and experience the benefits of expert instruction in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Whether you're attending a Pump, Total Fitness, Pilates or Adult Ballet class, we'll modify it to suit your ability level and ensure that you have an enjoyable and safe experience. Choose TIFC for expert guidance and exceptional results!
I am very active and play golf, singles tennis, kayak, power walk etc.I had given up on personal trainers as many of them were not very qualified and none of them understood the ageing process in an active body.In fact I was in danger of injury from them! At the age of 70 I was introduced to Steve and told him I needed a routine which conditioned my muscles( to retain my strength and prevent wastage) and improved my flexibility.My active life meant cardio was not a priority and I have an annual treadmill test due to three stents inserted 15 years ago.I try to see Steve twice a week.Two years in I am stronger and more flexible than I was 10 years ago and my joints are coping well due to specialized muscle building excercises.I still play sports fully, albeit a little slower! Under Steve’s expert supervision I anticipate improving even more and having a fully active life for many more years.I am baffled that any mature person would not wish to improve their quality of life as much as I have.Happy to talk to anyone about this process
The Ilkley Fitness Centre is a really fabulous place. There is a great range of classes to attend and loads of flexibility to make sure you can fit in exercising around your schedule.
I go to several of Steve’s classes which are attended by a really lovely, friendly group of people who are kind, welcoming and supportive. Classes are not intimidating and there Is a good mix of people at all different levels of ability. The studio is a really beautiful, large, bright space; the changing facilities are lovely too so you can easily get ready for the rest of your day or change for class in comfortable surroundings.
Steve is always attentive to his clients’ needs in ensuring that the temperature, facilities and environment are just right in the studio. He also takes good care of his clients and ensures they are training safely and at the right level for them; often providing alternatives to individuals or the whole class.
Steve’s teaching style is kind and friendly but accurate and technical too ensuring that you learn the right way to train to avoid injury and maximise results.
I did no exercise before joining as a member at TIFC. I felt overweight and totally sluggish. One day I rang Steve ! Steve gave me the answer to all my problems!! It was so simple - £60 per month for up to 3 classes a week that run throughout the day and evening so I can always attend something.
It’s like having 1-1 personal training but without the cost as steve concentrates on everyone individually in his class, correcting their posture and position throughout every exercise. His classes are the best workouts I’ve ever done! They are as hard as you want to make them and you come away feeling so high with endorphins.
If I can only manage 1 or 2 classes a week I still see huge change in my body as the workouts are so effective. It’s so nice not to feel guilty knowing you’ve exercised as well! I’d pay anything for the results to be honest. The people who go to Steve’s classes are so lovely too! So welcoming and friendly. It’s such a relaxed environment. Even if I’m bored I can just see what’s on and decide to go last minute to get out the house.
I have been doing Pilates for so many years I can’t remember, most of the classes being with Steve from the time he started teaching in Ilkley. He is a kind, caring instructor and has a great sense of humour. His knowledge and techniques are second to none but what I like most about his classes are his personal attention, his serious commitment to providing the best quality workout for each individual, the variety and the relaxed atmosphere he strives to maintain.
I recently signed up for the monthly membership offer because my horse went lame, which prevented my usual exercise routine. To make the most of the offer, I’ve been attending Steve’s classes up to 3 times a week, and feel that I have really benefited from the extra practice. My balance has improved a lot, I feel more energised and a whole lot better for all the stretching. I’m more motivated to improve my flexibility, also I’m getting 3 times the number of classes for only half as much again as I was paying for the once a week course, so definitely good value for money, which is another great motivator for a Yorkshire lass!
I would recommend Pilates with Steve to everyone, regardless of age or ability. He will encourage you and adapt to your needs as far as possible and make Pilates an enjoyable experience
Steve is an excellent teacher providing demonstrations and variations to suit all abilities, together with praise and encouragement. The benefits are improved posture, balance, flexibility and best of all, the feeling of achievement and well being after class.
Steve is a brilliant instructor who's passion for his work is second to none. Technique and posture is paramount to him, and once you've been to just one of his classes, others don't even come a close second.
I have been seeing Steve one to one once a week for 7 years now and he has been able to expertly tailor my training sessions over that time to help me keep running and to stay injury free.
I have attended Steve's classes for a number of years. These include both pump and Pilates. After nearly twenty years of attending exercise classes I can safely say that Steve has the best attention to correct technique of any instructor I have met. Steve doesn't do the exercises himself he concentrates on watching the participants and ensuring all exercises are done correctly. He makes sure that you are doing each exercise correctly to get the most benefit and, more importantly, reduce the chance of injury. Steve has a well developed sense of humour and his classes are fun.
The Ilkley Fitness Centre is now running from The Pavilion at Olicanian Cricket Club on Denton Rd. It is a brand new building set in a stunning location with breathtaking views overlooking Ilkley Moor. The Pavilion is light and spacious enhancing your exercise experience. We have new showered changing facilities and free parking.
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The Ilkley Fitness Centre: Opinions
Fantastic experience: I go to the Pilates class once a week which I love, but tried the ‘total fitness’ class at 9:30 this morning (Tuesday) as I had a different day off. It was weights and aerobic exercises and it’s safe to say my legs and core will be like jelly for the next few days but I loved it! I find normal gym settings quite intimidating but Steve has such a nice quiet manner that I found myself laughing through the pain. It’s not often you can do a gym class overlooking a beautiful moorland. Will definitely be back when I next have a Tuesday off, but in the meantime my weekly Pilates has become a weekly highlight as all the people that go are so welcoming. Thank you!
Thank you Frances for your lovely feedback. So happy you enjoyed the class, and that you felt the benefit. It’s a great all round exercise class that caters for all fitness levels. We look forward to welcoming you back. In the meantime, see you in Pilates.
Negative experience: Edit: I had a bad experience at my first class with Steve where ‘banter’ crossed a line into making me feel uncomfortable. Banter is great once you have an established relationship, but not when you’re first meeting a group of people, doing something brand new where you feel vulnerable, there’s an imbalance of power and there’s an audience. I told Steve how I was made to feel, and I was very disappointed because he treated this as if it’s my problem (as evidenced by the reply below), rather than an opportunity for him to reflect and improve on creating a more welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. And I’ve been to many classes and had no problems before this. So I wrote a very very long review here detailing my experience. But i don’t think it’s good for negative internet things being attached to people/places for forever - because people do change. So I came here to delete the review entirely. But seeing Steve’s reply made me a bit concerned so I’m just leaving this edited condensed version up in case it helps anyone who wants to avoid this kind of vibe in an exercise class. Although I think most people who avoid exercise classes entirely fit into this category, because this kind of environment is sadly quite common and probably not unique to this class. Steve expressed to me that he had no conscious ill intent - which I believe. But he also conveyed to me that his intent is the only aspect that matters, and if I don’t like it then it’s my issue and inability to take a ‘joke’ (classic). I don’t think he realised that if your banter has hurt someone and the power factors are in play, then it crosses over into bullying - regardless of intent (google it). At the time, Steve didn’t really understand this and was in defensive rather than reflective mode. Overall, I’m sure he has helped many. So hopefully he has had time to reflect now and be more conscious of the impact of things like this!
Fantastic experience: The Ilkley Fitness Centre is a really fabulous place. There is a great range of classes to attend and loads of flexibility to make sure you can fit in exercising around your schedule. I go to several of Steve’s classes which are attended by a really lovely, friendly group of people who are kind, welcoming and supportive. Classes are not intimidating and there Is a good mix of people at all different levels of ability. The studio is a really beautiful, large, bright space; the changing facilities are lovely too so you can easily get ready for the rest of your day or change for class in comfortable surroundings. Steve is always attentive and ensures that the temperature, facilities and environment are just right in the studio. He also takes good care of his clients and ensures they are training safely and at the right level for them; often providing alternatives to individuals or the whole class. Steve’s teaching style is kind and friendly but accurate and technical too ensuring that you learn the right way to train to avoid injury and maximise results. I have achieved a great deal in his classes and now feel confident to take on new challenges.
Fantastic experience: Ok so I might be a little biased BUT after having an enforced break from going to my classes I am SO delighted to be back in Steve's classes and Susie's yoga classes too and really appreciate The Ilkley Fitness Centre (TIFC) as THE Centre of Excellence in Ilkley! Exercise is very important to me, as is the environment I exercise in and the level of instruction, Steve is THE best technique instructor I have ever experienced and has taught me so much over the years in terms of correct technique, safe exercise, posture and so has Susie. I love the studios and the social side of TIFC, a real sense of community. TIFC is to Ilkley what Bodies used to be.
Fantastic experience: Amazing place
Fantastic experience: Excellent classes taught extremely well.
Fantastic experience: Welcoming atmosphere, great environment, wide variety of classes and lots of coaching and instruction on technique to get the best out of the classes
Fantastic experience: Clean, good equipment. Good classes.
Fantastic experience: A brilliant well-equipped convenient centre with the best pilates classes I have found in the area by a mile - and I've tried several!
Fantastic experience: Brilliant classes in a great location with a fab instructor.
Fantastic experience: Excellent classes. I'm back after missing it over the summer. What a difference it makes!. Steve is a patient professional instructor.
Fantastic experience: Attractive venue, brilliant classes!
Fantastic experience: I have been a regular Pilates and Fitness student of Steve Walther's in excess of 10 years and cannot recommend him highly enough. As a trained ballet dancer he understands the strengths and weaknesses of the body and tailors his classes around building core strength safely. He is the only teacher I have encountered who has his eye on every single group member and adjusts posture accordingly. He ensures that the correct technique is maintained throughout every class from Pilates through to FB and he will always encourage people to push to their maximum ability both by increasing weights or offering multiple levels of each Pilates position.
Fantastic experience: This is an excellent fitness centre. A range of different classes are available. I attend Pilates run by Steve who is a fantastic teacher. He looks after everyone in the class and over the years I have greatly benefited from all he has taught me.
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