Braintree: Some of the best gyms in the area listed

Whether you’re looking for specialist classes or simply a space to exercise and use weights, there is a whole list of different businesses that can help you get into better shape.

Here’s a list of some of the best gyms in the area.

Complete Health and Fitness (CHF) Gym

Gym - a section of CHF Braintree (Image: CHF Braintree)

Located at Benfield Way, Braintree, CHF Braintree is an independent and family run gym which was established in 2001.

Originally opening in Bocking, it wasn’t until March 2006 when they moved to Braintree.

The gym boasts an area to pump weights, take part in classes, a spinning studio, personal training section, ladies-only area, and more.

CHF is waiving its joining fee for the whole of January.

Here is one of the positive reviews left on Google.

They said: "A fab gym with great instructors, facilities and classes."

To find out more, head to chfgym.co.uk.

Ab Salute

Ab Salute, in Cooper Drive, on Springwood Industrial Estate, opened its doors in December 2017.

According to the chain gym’s website, the owners have "pulled out all the stops" and offer an assortment of facilities and equipment to use.

In terms of its facilities, it has free parking, a strength and free weights area, plus equipment for cardio and functional training.

One google reviewer said: “It’s a great quality gym with brilliant equipment and helpful staff."

Click absalutegym.co.uk/braintree to visit its website.

Rare Fitness

Situated in Skitts Hill, Braintree, Rare Fitness claims to be the town’s premium and affordable 24-hour fitness facility.

With a positive and friendly community environment, you get unlimited access to the gym’s equipment and instructor-led classes for a set fee.

The gym is also a short walking distance from the town itself and Braintree’s train station.

A reviewer on Google spoke highly of the gym.

They said: "This is the best gym I’ve been to - clean, friendly and full of great equipment.

“I feel so comfortable. It’s really inclusive, and my PT Gracie is marvellous."

To visit its website, click rarefitness.co.uk.

The Cube

If you’re after rewarding and intense workout sessions, then The Cube in Lakes Road, Braintree, may be the place for you.

As a group personal training studio, the gym offers 55-minute workouts using its range of equipment.

One member on Google said: “Joining The Cube has been hands down one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.

“Six months of consistent classes and I had hit and exceeded all the expectations I have ever had for my fitness goals.”

The Cube also offers free taster sessions allowing gym-goers to understand more about the concept behind the business and meet its trainers.

Visit thecubetrainingstudio.com to find out more information.