FOUNDERS STORY
Club Gym was founded in 2016 by three friends – Derek, Simon and William. Together they shared a belief that Glasgow deserved a premium independent gym with high standards, real community and genuine heart.
Starting with one self-funded site in Merchant city, the team built the brand from the ground up – designing spaces with purpose, creating a culture members are proud to be part of, and constantly evolving the experience to match the ambition of the Club Gym community.
Over the years, Club Gym has grown into a modern, premium, urban brand with a clear identity. Together, their combined experience and values shape every part of the Club Gym journey, from the equipment, classes and energy.
What started as a single location is now a growing multi-site fitness business built on passion, community and ambition.
OUR VISION
Club Gym was founded in 2016 by Derek, Simon and William with one clear mission:
To create a premium training space where people feel proud to belong.
What started as a single-site passion project has grown into a bold, modern brand rooted in
three core values:
Club. Community. Inclusive culture.
CLUB
A premium urban space built around belonging. Train in an environment with purpose,
quality and energy. Find your community and become part of one of our sub-clubs like
Hyrox, pilates, yoga or running clubs to help members connect.
COMMUNITY
The friendships, support and shared drive that makes training more than a routine. This is
where members become teammates, motivation happens naturally, and progress becomes
a collective experience.
INCLUSIVE CULTURE
A space for everyone – no egos, no judgement. From beginners to athletes, every member
is welcomed and supported for showing up, and putting in the work.
Across our three locations, we offer a training experience built on quality, connection and
high standards. No egos, no judgement – just a space where every member feels part of
something bigger.
OUR PURPOSE
Our purpose is simple: empower people to train hard, feel good, and enjoy the process.
Everything we do is designed to create an environment where members feel proud to be part of something: a club with high standards, strong values and real community.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Club Gym, members get access to a modern, premium training environment built around quality, energy and belonging.
Your membership includes:
- Full Gym access
- A premium, purpose-built training space
- A timetable which includes Hyrox, Yoga, Pilates, Boxing and classics such as spin
and circuits - Access to our exclusive sub-clubs
- Expert coaches who support, guide and challenge you
- Community events, challenges and social initiatives
- Member app for bookings, programs and progress tracking
Whether you’re just starting out or levelling up your performance, you’ll find your place here.