Recently cancelled my membership after 7 years. Due to their business model being in decline a number of clubs nearby closed and they migrated the members to the High Holborn resulting in a increase in overall members by over 30% - causing a dangerously overcrowded environment that's impossible to train effectively in. The members from the closed clubs are on a much cheaper membership than existing High Holborn member which was acknowledged by staff although they aren't willing to offer the same membership price to all even after the reduced quality of the branch. Aside from the overcrowding, it would appear staff don't keep the place tidy anymore and no effort is made to promote good gym etiquette. You regularly see members misusing the equipment and showing no consideration for others in their vicinity. On the day I left I found loose electrical wiring hanging from the celling in a shower cubical. Fitness First even tried to make me pay an additional months membership fee as they said I needed to get a months notice. Shame it's deteriorated so much.

They offered me a locker for 12months and charged me for 6m upfront. I was told i would get a call in 6m time to renew the lock and make a following payment for a further 6m. No one called me after 6m. I went in to find my locker had been given to someone else and the content of my locker worth £200 was now missing. Holborn fitness first could not even locate the signed declaration for the locker which makes me think the my belongings have been stolen by a staff member. No one has bothered to ring me back to compensate me for my loss. Appauling service.

Good gym. Spacious. Not too busy when I go (mid afternoon). Staff friendly and helpful, and not too 'in your face' like some places. Only 2 niggles: The music in the gym is usually really loud. So loud that I have to turn the volume on my own music/podcasts up to maximum. In this day and age when everyone has their own music, do you need to play one type (that may not appeal to all members) so loudly? It stops everyone else listening to their own choice. The other issue is the smell - it sometimes smells of sewage (not the changing rooms, the workout area), which isn’t very nice.

Great provision of squat racks, bench and weightlifting equipment compared to the other fitness first gyms nearby. Great welcoming team especially Pat and Chris.

I have cancelled my membership since Nov but I am still receiving the emails asking for the membership payment. Really bad management!

One of the better gyms in Central London. As expected, peak times are very busy and off-peak times are near empty eg mornings closer to 9am until around 12pm or late lunch past 2pm until around 4pm. Changing rooms are clean however, the locker availability can sometimes be difficult. Even when the gym is empty, majority of the lockers are utilised. I later noticed that the staff can claim numerous lockers as their own which are left locked overnight. The weights area is a complete mess. No plates and the missing dumbbells. If you're able to find dumbbells they'll consistently be in the wrong order.

this gym is the worst of all the GYM brands I've seen in my life. do not respect their customers, they still have broken appliances and do not fix them quickly. in addition to all this when you close your Cuba contract, you are abusing and forcing you to pay one month's extra pay. I recommend that you do not use this GYM brand

Lovely gym, been coming for 6 years and the place keeps getting better. Amazing staff who always want to help, train with an incredible trainer called Luke Eskesen who has completely transformed my body. Amazing rapport with the reception and floor staff too, Katie is a blast and always puts a smile on your face (especially if you're embarrassing yourself by falling off equipment). So easy to get in, get what you need to get done and hop off home. Highly recommend!

Too bad it closes down...

Favourite gym I’ve been going to fairly regularly for about 9 months. Really spacious, and great range of equipment. The changing rooms are particularly nice for a fitness first gym. Pat in the photo and the other staff are always very friendly, and the gym attracts a nice and considerate crowd

Is this gym still open? No longer listed on Fitness First website

It has been a month since I joined this gym, and it is worth it for many reasons. But if I have to choose three things - first, the facilities are super clean, including shower booths and sauna; second, all the staff are so lovely and kind, especially Chris, the fitness manager is awesome; and lastly, it is not that big but you can work out with essential equipments enough!

Super vibey gym! Clean and spacious with new equipment. The service was fabulous (Christina was extremely friendly and helpful)! I would recommend training here.

This is quite possibly the worst gym I have ever been a member of. Very small, minimal equipment, always busy. There are other options in the area and I would certainly advise against joining this one. There is often a sewer-like smell on the gym floor and there have been (in the 3 months I've been a member) a series of major defects with the water system - no hot water, flooding etc. Most frustrating is that Angel FF, which is the same class as Holborn, is twice the size and has significant more equipment - I'm not sure why I'm paying as much as I am.

I love to train in the Holborn branch. There is a great choice of equipment, it's clean and not too crowded, well I am usually training at an opening time which is a bonus as I have the best customer service: James is great! Always smiling and friendly. He always remembers everything I tell him, from the general chit chat to training progress. This makes me feel valued not just as a member but as a person! It is a refreshing feeling after being in lockdown for such a long period.

Long time member of Fitness First. Here's what I like about it: - Two squat racks so if you're into your squats then you can usually get access to a rack during peak times. - One Olympic lifting platform which is hardly ever used by people and lots of bumper plates - Kettlebells - Battling ropes - Thick bar pullup bars - Plenty of TRX trainers - A sled with 15m push area (load it up heavy!!) - An airtyne assault bike - Enough cardio equipment - Classes which are all thrown in with membership. I have only tried spin classes which were very good. - Friendly staff

Love this gym! The staff here are the BEST! They always have the best energy and positive vibes and fun classes. Much nicer than some more expensive gyms I have used before. Good amenities, always clean and excellent Aircon!

It's a decent sized gym and pretty clean too. Not too busy either, which is ideal. Less people the better as far as I'm concerned, in all areas of life. Spin room is strange though, it's like a dark Chinese industrial sweatshop except you're cycling rather than sewing and you're not being paid just shouted at. Ah well.

I've been a member for 14 years and visited a lot of clubs in London, but i gotta say the vibe in the Holborn gym is just what you want: pleasant people, nice functional equipment, good classes. Shout out to Chris, Cristina and Amado who are always in a good mood and ready to help.

Was a member of Pure Gym before and recently just moved to the Fitness First branch in Holborn, hands down 100% better in everything. Cleanliness of the gym, equipment, less crowded, better showers, plus the price is only slightly more for a much better product! plus the staff are great and always smiling.

Great gym, very clean and the staff and management here are amazing and very friendly.

I was looking for a gym after not training for a year during covid and came to visit Fitness first Holborn when I came back to the office. The team instantly couldn't do enough for me, so welcoming and friendly, they really took the time to sit down with me and find out exactly what I was looking for. I've been a member now for 4 months and love it! would highly recommend!!

This is a great gym. All the staff are really nice, equipment is clean and well maintained. I train with a PT called Eddie. He is a terrific personal trainer. He's service is exactly what it says, personal. He starts each session by checking in on what we want to focus on and how I'm feeling. And he keeps things mixed up (focusing on cardio one day, and strength another). We'll also frequently head out of the gym and spend some time in the park for example. Eddie also always keeps up to date with the latest training trends and uses me as a guinea pig to test through this. This makes sure that things are varied and means I'm excited to come and train! I couldn't recommend him more

Nice Gym and well located. Spinning teachers are absolutely great. Sylvia is awesome Reception staff however is completely useless. Incapable to address customers enquiries properly. Pity

Great gym, great atmosphere:)

Been going for 3 years. Good gym. Staff are great, and PTs are very friendly. I've never had a session but they're all super helpful. Not 5 stars because there are often faults with equipment or plumbing which take too long to be resolved. Overall, great gym and good atmosphere.

5 stars are for Eddie Marbell, personal trainer. Tailors the workout session by session, knowledgable and encouraging whilst never letting you slack off. Gym itself is fine, straightforward equipment and a relaxed atmosphere. Free towels very handy. Francesca is lovely - efficient and helpful.

An extremely small bit of space to train. Not great value for money, hence i have moved to Nuffield (Bank Station) Other members and PT's are polite. There is a spa in the male changing rooms, whereby many men think it is suitable to be in there COMPLETELY NAKED. Be prepared to bleach your eyes after using the spa.

I enjoyed my session. I had the freedom to use all equipment, the gym was spacious and i didnt have to queue up for machines. I also found the lcoker room and toilet exceptionally clean. Thank you to Pat, Femi, Paul and Chris for the hospitality. Will be back soon 👊🏻

Lovely fitness just behind Holborn tube station. Chris, Amado & Cristina /fitness staff/ always welcoming me with a great smile 😊. They simply creating lovely and warm atmosphere in this fitness studio. Thank you 😁⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Pat and Ri were very helpful. Really appreciate the tips!

Awesome gym. Love the sauna!! Equipment is great everything you could need from cables to free weights. The classes are great and are included. Best of all everyone polite. Even better Chris the fitness manager always puts you in a good mood.

Great gym, lots of treadmills/leg machines. Good amount of floor space for workouts. Was really quiet when I went which was nice. S/o to the two lovely men in this photo for being so welcoming.

Nice facilities, kind staff.

I have been training with Julia Jasinska for 4 months now. She's an amazing trainer, very professional, focused on right technique and your goals. She creates incredible programs which she's changing regularly and helps you to build the strength and muscle definition as well as progress over the time. I love every session and highly recommend to anyone. Additionally, the gym is well equipped and staff is very nice and helpful all the time.

Fitness First Holborn is truly a haven of wellness, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and staffed by a team that exudes warmth and expertise. From the moment I walked through the doors, I was greeted with a smile by the lovely and welcoming James, whose friendly demeanor and extensive knowledge instantly put me at ease. His passion for fitness and dedication to helping others achieve their goals is truly inspiring. Speaking of inspiration, there's one member at Fitness First Holborn who stands out in my mind—Femi. His impressive muscular physique and unwavering dedication to his fitness journey make him a true role model. As I work out alongside Femi, I find myself aspiring to achieve the same level of strength and determination. He serves as a reminder that with hard work and commitment, anything is possible. Now, let's talk about personal trainer Shaun. Not only does he possess a vast amount of fitness knowledge, but he also possesses a unique talent for captivating his students in unexpected ways. One of Shaun's unforgettable sessions involves incorporating musical theatre singing, which not only makes the workout enjoyable but also brings a smile to everyone's faces. His infectious energy and enthusiasm create an atmosphere of fun and excitement. Additionally, Shaun's repertoire of terrible dad jokes adds an element of laughter to our fitness routines, ensuring that every session is both physically and mentally invigorating. Fitness First Holborn goes beyond being a conventional gym; it is a community that encourages personal growth and self-improvement. The staff's commitment to fostering a welcoming environment is evident in their interactions with members, making every visit a pleasurable experience. The well-maintained equipment, diverse range of classes, and knowledgeable trainers ensure that there's something for everyone, regardless of fitness level or goals. In conclusion, Fitness First Holborn is not just a gym—it's a place where dreams are realized, aspirations are nurtured, and a healthy lifestyle is embraced. The dedication of individuals like James, Femi, and Shaun in helping members achieve their goals is commendable. I highly recommend Fitness First Holborn to anyone seeking a supportive and inspiring fitness community. Joining this gym has been a life-changing decision for me, and I'm grateful for the opportunities it has provided on my personal fitness journey.

Since signing up for the gym , my initial sign up was very easy with. It is a hidden gem believe me , I am welcomed every morning by James always on hand with information and encouragement. I do classes every Monday- Thursday with Ben, he is very patient full of energy. I enjoy all his classes always upbeat and makes you want to push to to your personal best. Get yourself down this gym and meet the team, they are brilliant individuals.

Great gym. Very friendly and helpful staff especially Amado, would definitely recommend 👍🏾

Highly recommended trying this gym out, I have been coming here for just over a month and the team are so enthusiastic. They always keep me motivated to achieve my goals. Really love the classes too! Amazing instructors! 🥊💪👍

Nice clean gym with extremely helpful and friendly staff (Amado)! Would definitely recommend :)

Fun and energetic gym, with great staff who provide a friendly environment and service! P.s they don't complain about me changing the tv channel :)

Started attending this gym a year or so ago after attending one of the other branches and I am glad I did. Great gym with a really good vibe. Everyone is super friendly especially the staff. Chris the fitness manager is always so enthusiastic, encouraging and welcoming. One of the better fitness firsts out there.

Extremely friendly staff, great space to workout and plenty of equipment available. I would definitely recommend this gym, all of the team members are great and have offered great advice and support since joining!

Signed up yesterday evening with the lovely Karl at High Holborn who was super helpful and so knowledgeable of the brand! We had a great conversation about all things fitness and wellbeing and I could really see his professionalism as a general manager that he really does care about each individual's experience and our goals and achievements. I went straight into training that evening and again at 6am this morning. I have nothing but great things to say and also the FOH team are very friendly too! Very happy indeed and thanks again Karl for making the sign up process so easy. Lovely Christmas gift to investing in myself 😊

Large FF gym. Good selection of equipment on par with platinum level FF gyms. Locker room is a bit byzantine which is standard. Excellent location.

I loved the gym and the whole staff was amazing. The lady doing the cleaning of the women changing room was an absolute angel (I didn't think of taking her name, but she's a lovely black who was wearing a light headscarf) and Chris and Amado at reception were amazing at showing me around and advising me. Will definitely visit again

Great gym, I highly recommend! My first gym in London and I was really surprised as I found the idea of going to a gym really intimidating but FF High Holborn proved me wrong! They have really great front of house, trainers are always friendly and supportive (particularly love Chris's SPARR classes!), it's really clean and spacious (bearing in mind its location), lots of different machines and the changing facilities are great. Everyone treats the equipment well and wipes down after use, the cleaning staff are great and thorough. Christina, Chris and Amado are always friendly when I come in. Shaun the PT is amazing as well. Also my favourite FF I have visited as membership gives you access to other gyms in the same tier. Thanks team :)

I very much enjoy training at this particular branch of Fitness First gyms. The staff is very welcoming, helpful and always there when you need them. I would specifically like to mention Cristina who is always super helpful and brings positive vibes which is exactly what you need to enjoy your training and overall experience in the gym. Highly recommend.

Went here for the first time as my friend, who has a membership here, was able to bring a plus one. From the first experience here, it’s hands down one of the best gyms in central London. The gym is quite spacious, they’ve got many machines, weights, and even the other facilities and services are great. Also, shoutout to one of the gym staffs here, Chris, he’s very friendly and cool so I would definitely recommend this place. Felt very comfortable to go to the gym here.

Patrick is motivating and provided great instructions for the class. The bathroom is also clean and complete, and included a modern sauna. The best part is that the gym isn't too crowded compared to other gyms, even during peak hours.

The best gym ever!!! Everyone is so much fun… plenty of challenges to get involved in if you want!! So much equipment and such a good idea atmosphere. Can not recommend enough!!! If you’re deciding between two gyms definitely go fitness first it’s the BEST!!!

This gym has a great range of equipment to cover every workout. Friendly atmosphere and not over crowded. Really appreciate the efforts of Femi and Pat

Holborn Gym is a great club welcoming and highly recommended to join. I have been a member for over 12 years. Its personnel are dedicated, supportive, always motivating members, bringing the best in them. Chris is a friendly and passionate trainer helping members achieve their fitness goals. Christina, Amano, James and Dom are equally passionate and amazing. Keep up the good work.

The gym is great, staff are really friendly and helpful. Also just generally chatty and interested in how you’re doing which is so lovely. I find the gym to be less quiet than most commercial gyms even at peak times. The equipment is also of good condition and the gym is kept really clean and tidy. There aren’t weights sprawled everywhere which is really refreshing. I’d recommend it to anyone :)

Fitness first at high Holborn is very well located. It’s right outside Holborn tube station. The gym facilities are also up to date and superior. The few things I really liked are: 1. They have very interesting challenges and you feel motivated to attempt them and get your name on the board. 2. The time table has a good mix of classes, and many options are there everyday so each class isn’t overcrowded. 3. Pat and Chris who work at the gym are really helpful, welcoming and approachable to talk to you. Overall, it’s fun and motivating environment which is key for a gym. Highly recommend!

The people are very nice here, great customer services. The gym is clean, super close to the train station. I like the fact that I have access to multiple locations, some of them including a swimming pool. I understand that you can get discounts at massage services. I haven't tried that yet. I have personal training sessions with Elliott Welch and I have learned a lot from him. He is super positive, he explains everything very well, making sure that I work the right muscles. It's great working with him.

Great little gym

Extremely friendly staff - especially Cristina, Ben and Lavee - , huge space to workout and many equipment available. I would definitely recommend this gym, all of the team members are very helpful and have offered great advice and support. I also love the classes, the staff makes them very fun and enjoyable.

Nice place

Have been using this gym for QUITE some time. No reason to change as it has everything I need but nowadays it’s not my most convenient club. However I find myself drawn due to my personal trainer Luke who is incredible and some of the staff who go above and beyond the call of duty to make you feel welcome and build a rapport with you. I would especially like to highlight Katie Coleman who LITERALLY makes my day whenever she is working. I’ve just dived in on a stressful and freezing Saturday and she’s instantly made my day and taken my mind off things so that I can have a successful workout without letting my mind wonder. More staff like this please. I’d also like to point out that Holborn is a very business man kind of gym and I’m a queer self employed artist so having staff like this can really help to prevent you feeling out of place or isolated! Kudos to that girl

great burgers although my son was missing ketchup the salad was amazing!!!

Clean but busy in the mornings

The gym can get really busy at peak times. The gym is near my office so well placed for me.

Amazing gym i love it. Very nice and helpful stuff

Great Gym.

Good gym.

Wonderful folks here (James and Bennett). The gym is spacious, clean and the equipment is great.

Nice gym

Good welcoming staff. Nice range of equipment available. Female changing rooms need updating. Tried 3 showers before finding one with hot water. Not enough space to hang towels etc. Music in changing room was exceptionally loud. People were shouting when speaking to each other. Ambiance not as good as other central London platinum gyms.

Very small, not great quality of classes and very pushy sales manager.

Great gym, great staff and atmosphere !

I enjoy it every time I go . And I'm so satisfied with my PT shaun.

My regular gym so no complaints ?

Overcrowded after work and very tinny.

Poor management = poor experience

I just had my second visit to fitness first in Holborn using class pass. I've been to many gyms in central London but this one tops off from all the rest. The staff are super helpful and friendly. the classes are amazing! and the equipment is always tidy, clean and in good condition. highly recomend!

Amazing customer service. Friendly and lovely staff. 100% recommended.

Very friendly environment, alway willing to help , been going to this gym and I can’t recommend it enough .

Great gym & classes - Also very clean!!

Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Good training equipment and the best platform in town.

Overall great gym/atmosphere, also great value for money. Staff are amazing here too, they always seem to enjoy what they are doing.

Lovely reception and great classes! Everyone is very nice and it is a super comfortable place

Great classes. Especially Spin. The best instructor ever

Nice gym with open floor concept. Good machines and big open functional area

Spotsball started losing ground. It used to be much better. But if you live nearby, then the normal option.

Very professional assistance and attentiveness

Friendly and informative staff every time I go A well equipped gym

I have been a member of Fitness First for 5 years now. I really enjoy coming to the gym staff are great, equipment is excellent and always kept clean and tidy. Love the new equipment which has been put in over the last few months I can really change up my workouts.

Good for the price. It's small.

Nice gym. Good fitness classes. Very friendly and helpful.

City gym and quite handy during lunchtime.

It's a great gym however saturated at lunchtime. They would really make it better by increasing the number of machine, weighs and benches that almost always come short of number.

This is one of the better Fitness Firsts i go to. Chris one of the mangers is amazing and enjoy sharing training ideas with him! The gym is located near my work office which is convenient. Its very well equipped with most things you could want from a gym. Love the fact it has a track and weight sled which is key part of my training. The thing missing for me which would be good to have would monkey bars along side the track instead of a single bar (one similar to Fitness First Strand).

Excellent gym! Staff are really nice especially Chris the fitness manager, great choice of equipment. Highly recommend

Love the gym. Great atmosphere, employees, and equipment. Chris a Patrick were super nice and friendly.I wish I could vacation longer because of the gym.

Patrick helped me a lot with what I needed, very helpful and polite!

Patrick helped me a lot with the service! I recommend

First time I tried this FF. Nice gym, not too busy in the evening. Had great fun in Pat’a boxing class :)