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The Commando Temple

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👍👍 This is a real gym for people who want to improve their fitness without gimmicks. The coaches have a really wide range of skills and specialities and the many classes on offer are not just enjoyable, but also help you to learn skills to practise at home. If you want a gym where you work out by gentl... People often mention training, great, equipment, Temple, Commando, recommend, coaches, strength, friendly, welcoming,


Address

16 Resolution Way, London SE8 4NT, United Kingdom

Website

www.bestronger.co.uk

Contact

+44 20 8127 4545

Rating on Google Maps

4.90 (153 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 6 AM to 9 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 6 AM to 9 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 6 AM to 9 PM
  • Tuesday: 6 AM to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 6 AM to 9 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: training (26) great (25) equipment (15) Temple (13) Commando (12) recommend (12) coaches (11) strength (10) friendly (10) welcoming (10)
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  • 5/5 Sophie B. 6 years ago on Google
    This is a real gym for people who want to improve their fitness without gimmicks. The coaches have a really wide range of skills and specialities and the many classes on offer are not just enjoyable, but also help you to learn skills to practise at home. If you want a gym where you work out by gently perspiring on a treadmill then this might be a shock to the system, but you’ll soon feel part of the Temple family and will make great improvements - I attended classes to help me improve my strength before my first marathon and loved the different techniques and equipment. They really do cater for all types of fitness and are especially great with new and potential members. If you send them a message to let them know you’re thinking of giving them a go, they can look out for you when you arrive and see what your goals and interests are - lots of different classes to try and all great fun!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Johnny O. 3 months ago on Google • 8 reviews New
    This was my first proper gym, and it's awesome. Pro grade equipment that really became apparent when I started training at my local gym. My phenomenal trainer Ben Waters who I still see here weekly is an absolute legend and full time pun generator. He's seen me through some difficult times with my health, and taken me to an unexpected level of strength on the other side, which is worth every penny. If you can, choose this gym. Amazing, friendly, accepting vibe, range of trainers, community spirit, supportive, excellent. 10/10
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zach V. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing gym! This is an incredible (newly refurbished) strength training gym with awesome equipment. The personal trainers are world class, and while there are some seriously strong people at the gym, it is the most friendly, welcoming gym that I have ever been to. The Commando Temple is also perfect for beginners, like me, to learn proper form. Whatever your level, if you are looking to get stronger, this is the place. Truly a temple
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ben H. 2 months ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    Love the Commando Temple. Great community, vibe, loads of fun, and brings the results. Usual gym items are available, but there are many more interesting items such as atlas stones, circus dumbells, tyres, natural stones, even pulled a bus recently. Charlie Clay is my PT, and I recommend him 1000% - has brought great results and is always very enjoyable. Get involved!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robert W. 4 years ago on Google
    This place really knows their stuff - and are incredibly welcoming. There are truly world class athletes and coaches there - from strongman to runners - but everyone is made welcome. From complete beginners to elite athletes
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Philippe M. 2 months ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    I train at the Commando Temple with Jacob, and he is an amazing teacher! I wanted to work with him because of my injuries, and I have put all my trust in his program as I knew he could relate to me because he also went through similar, if not worse, injuries in his career. His program falls in the perfect balance of pushing you, while never causing harm, and I really love that. I started recovering from long term injuries to which I didn't see an end previously, and feel stronger, so I recommend working with him to anyone, because Jacob will help you find hope again! Otherwise the Commando Temple is +++++, has a great vibe and equipment (and music), the staff is very kind and welcoming. It feels great to come to a gym that has a human scale while most gyms in London are chains and feel anonymous.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel Starza S. 1 month ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    This is an amazing gym, both unique and inspirational, I can't recommend it highly enough. You'll never have a dull workout here – you can mix things up with sandbags, atlas stones, hammers, and a whole load more. If you've been going to 'normal' gyms it's an eye-opening experience, and you'll never go back. I work with Charlie Clay who is a fantastic personal trainer, incredibly knowledgable and full of energy and encouragement – he will transform whatever you thought you were capable of.

  • 5/5 Laszlo P. 3 months ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    I have been training at Commando Temple for over a year and I can honestly say it is the best gym in London. The facility is amazing, with a huge variety of equipment and space for any kind of workout. The staff are friendly, professional and knowledgeable, always ready to offer advice and support. The atmosphere is welcoming, motivating and inspiring, with a strong sense of community. I especially enjoy attending the Furnace classes held by Charlie Clay and the calisthenics classes with Andrew Julien. They are both excellent coaches who push me to my limits and help me achieve my goals. They are also very fun and creative, making every session different and challenging. I have seen great improvements in my strength, endurance, mobility and body composition thanks to them. If you are looking for a gym that will make you stronger, fitter and happier, look no further than Commando Temple. You won’t regret it!

  • 5/5 Dan S. 6 years ago on Google
    This gym is the best gym in south London, the equipment is diverse, members are great and really welcoming to new members, the coaches have a ton of knowledge are well respected in the fitness industry and are willing to help and guide members in their training and goals. I’ve been a member since September 2017 and have been welcomed with open arms and got to know a few people down there. You don’t get that in regular commercial gyms and that’s what I like.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shay K. 1 year ago on Google
    This gym is full of great people and staff, everyone is friendly, helpful and there are no ego's. My PT (Sam Bryan-Leeson) is a good lad, extremely knowledgeable and is scarily accurate at calculating the numbers. I highly recommend him and Commando Temple in general.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Liana R. 1 year ago on Google
    Love working out at The Commando Temple. I've been doing PT sessions there since October with the amazing Jacob, who is inspiring, supportive and very knowledgeable. The venue is very well equipped with all the classic strength training kit as well as lots of more unusual training items like maces, clubs and sledgehammers, which make each session unique and never boring. Everyone I've met here is super friendly and supportive, and having a mix of disciplines trained here, from strongman to martial arts makes it fascinating but surprisingly never intimidating. Jacob especially is a super dedicated martial artist, but made me feel comfortable in spite of being relatively unfit to start. Highly recommend giving it a try!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Reuben W. 1 year ago on Google
    A very special place to train, they do it all there with such a welcoming community. The mma and BJJ classes under Dawid are great, the best work out you’ll get along with learning new skills and a real sense of Camaraderie from the guys and girls you train with. It’s a safe place to train for all wether you want to compete, improve you’re functional fitness or just learn some self defence skills. If your on the fence please give it a go, increasing your self confidence and fitness is the best gift you can give to yourself. Also the 06.30 Tuesday Muay Thai class with Tom is a great start to the day, the man’s a ninja 🥷.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shane D. 1 year ago on Google
    Brilliant gym, enjoyed training MMA with David especially. I don’t feel scared walking down the streets of deptford anymore.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 London G. 1 year ago on Google
    Best gym and group of coaches in the UK! We absolutely love this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacob K. 1 year ago on Google
    This is by far the best gym I've ever been to. The equipment is second to none, and all the coaches are extremely knowledgeable and experienced. It's also a very welcoming atmosphere, and everyone is very kind and friendly :) The fight club is especially great - Jonny is a brilliant and encouraging coach, and my jiu jitsu and wrestling have improved more under Dawid then they ever have before, in over 10 years of training. Would 100% recommend for anyone, from complete beginners to competitive athletes 🙂
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Patrick S. 2 months ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    Absolutely brilliant personal training with Mayyah! Focussed on what I want to achieve and the best possible way to do it. I’ve never realised how much I can push myself and achieve, the knowledge and experience Mayyah has gives me so much confidence about what I can push my body to do without injuring myself and get the very best out of my training time. Happy to share her knowledge and use it to make sometimes even small adjustments to improve technique significantly which really helps to get the very best out of my workouts. Always friendly and encouraging, balanced well with getting the best brutal efforts out of me with really fun kit you won’t find at most ‘gyms’. There is NO substitute for QUALITY personal training 💪

  • 5/5 Megan J. 3 months ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    I’ve been coming to Wednesday’s strongman furnace class with Charlie for nearly a year. This is my only weight training and Charlie always knows how much I can lift and when I’m ready for more. With the encouragement from him and the class I’ve hit several new PBs and lifted more than I ever thought possible. It’s a great atmosphere to train in and one of the friendliest gyms I’ve joined. I joined for the strength gains but I’ve stayed for the banter and the community. So happy I was recommended to try it out as it’s a hidden gem.

  • 5/5 Anja M. A. 2 months ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    This is a fun place to come to with what seems like an infinite amount of equipment options to use for training. There is an unpretentious vibe and as a long time "non-gym goer" I can say this place is not intimidating. My PT Laura Boyd has empowered me to feel more confident at the gym (and in life!) with strength training and makes our sessions so fun. I am always learning something new and leave feeling great. I highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Declan G. 1 year ago on Google
    I have trained at gyms around the world and Dawid is one of the best bjj and mma coaches I have ever trained under. He is very technical with beginners but will push you out of your comfort zone when advanced. The club is great for beginners with a very friendly and welcoming atmosphere but, there is also a serious fight team developing with bjj gold medals a regular occurrence!

  • 5/5 Ivan 3 months ago on Google New
    What can I say, if you want to have a blast while working out and see progress and results then The Commando Temple is the right place for you. It never ceases to amaze me the dedication of the coaches, the great installations and atmosphere. Not to mention the great friendly support no matter your fitness level. Special kudos go to. En Waters, he has been helping me get stronger, and, modesty notwithstanding I think we have been succeeding at that. He’s great, super helpful, and always happy to answer any questions his clients might have. You won’t regret training with him. 10 out of 10.

  • 5/5 The Education F. 11 months ago on Google
    Highly recommend, you'll be put through blood, sweat and tears hahahahaha but so totally worth it. Made great friends that are treated like family and coach is amazing. If you want somewhere for discipline, results but fun this is the place :)

  • 5/5 Ali C. 11 months ago on Google
    This is a Proper Gym! One part martial arts fighting/training space, one part all the machines you could want, one part weights/strongman style equipment, everything from kettles and dumbbells to giant rocks and maces. Really welcoming environment, varied ability levels, all just looking to improve. Been training here a few months with Jacob, who is a fantastically positive and motivational trainer, whatever your level. I've been doing some pre-hab for a planned surgery in recent months and I'm chuffed with how much positive impact it has had! Can't wait to get back to sparring and lifting heavy things once I've recovered. Great little place!

  • 5/5 neyson daniel vargas y. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent gym, it's got all the strongman toys I've been wanting to try. Everything that you will not find in a commercial gym you will find here

  • 5/5 Suzie P. 3 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    A wonderful place to train with exceptional coaches, fun and interesting equipment, and a lovely community of clients. Programs and classes are put together with creativity, care and personality. Mayyah’s personal training is the perfect combo of being ENJOYABLE and getting RESULTS!! :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hannah C. 2 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    This is an absolutely world-class facility, with outstanding equipment for every type of training and lots of fun toys for more experienced athletes to play with. The community of trainers and athletes here is outstanding, with a real breadth of knowledge and expertise- and some snazzy titles to prove it. If you're a beginner, don't let the equipment or world-record holders intimidate you! It is one of the most welcoming and positive spaces I have ever worked out or trained in, with a diverse and talented team who are really passionate about what they do. I came in as more or less a beginner, and have had a great experience and learned a huge amount. The trainers' qualifications and backgrounds are so varied, and all the trainers I've worked with are incredibly attentive to your goals, injuries, budgets and scheduling limitations. If you've ever struggled with one-size-fits all training that didn't really seem to fit, this is the place for you.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marie C. 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    The Commando Temple is a unique gym, high expertise, a massive variation of equipment, the knowledge and skill of the trainers is beyond many gyms. I found the place shortly after I moved to London and I am happy to commute nearly 1 hour to the gym twice a week. Easy to do as it is in a great location, plenty of transport options. I was specifically looking for a gym where you could work on strength training, but with a difference (without egos and show). I train mostly with Charlie, on Monday and Wednesday evening, strength club and modified strongman. He is super sharp on form, brings a huge variation to the class content, helping you improve, building strength and most importantly a fantastic atmosphere!! I love Charlie’s classes as we are a fantastic mix of individuals, experienced and inexperienced and we all have our own goals. Charlie brings us all together while at the same time pushing each individual to improve themselves. Class mates are true buddy’s and everyone builds each other up. And most importantly we have lots of banter and a good laugh, also when it hurts! I recommend anyone to try once just to see for yourself. It will be worth it!

  • 5/5 Sam B. 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Simply put this is an amazing gym full of really great people. You will probably see the word community come up a fair bit in these reviews, which is entirely fair. It has something for everyone and even though it can look intimidating from the outside, you'll find warm hearted people inside. I have been training with Ben Waters for quite some time now, and I can confidently say that he is the best coach I have ever had. Ben is truly dedicated and genuinely wants you to achieve your whatever it is you are aiming for. He takes an interest in every rep of every set during each session, which makes a significant difference. I could never maintain my gym routine for more than three to four months before losing interest. However, thanks to Ben's engaging training style and him being a great guy, I've been consistently going to the gym three times a week for the last three years. It has now become a non-negotiable part of my weekly routine. If you are looking for a routine that sticks, I can't recommend The Commando Temple or Ben enough.

  • 5/5 Soledad M. 2 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    The best variety of equipment, the most knowledgeable coaches and a great atmosphere. Everyone always willing to help, or to smile! And such an array of kit, it's difficult to get through it all. Classes are ace too, so it really has it all. Still my favourite place in the world.

  • 5/5 Jo S. 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Hands down the best personal training I’ve ever experienced. Since starting training with Mayyah in August, I’m stronger than I’ve ever been and lifting weights I never thought would be possible! Looking forward to seeing the progress in 6 months time!

  • 5/5 Morgan C. 3 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    The best gym I've found by a long way. I've trained here for years across fight club, military prep, strongman and the breadth of specialist equipment and coaching knowledge is unbeatable. It can seem pretty intense to new starters, so I'd recommend the Furnace class as a great place to settle in. Or just come in and speak to the coaches! There's no egos and they're always happy to help - nomatter what your goals they'll have a friendly specialist.

  • 5/5 Charley K. 3 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    I have been training Muay Thai at Commando Temple for 4 months now and look forward to every class. Kojo is a next level coach because of his real passion for martial arts, experience, knowledge, attention to detail, dedication to develop his students (the list goes on). I’m really happy with the progress I’ve made since joining and I can honestly say it’s due to the inspired coaching. Every class is valuable and gives you a new bit of wisdom about fighting technique / style / movement. Training here is a continued journey of learning and the environment is very supportive. I cannot recommend this gym enough.


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