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Foundry Gym - Vauxhall

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👍👍 My home away from home. My temple, my bedrock. <3 AH BLOODY LOVE YA, FOUNDRY FAM <3 Seriously, if you're looking for a community, a change in scenery (none of that commercial gym fake vibe here), fantastic coaches, top programming, new skillz and mad friendships, this is your place. City Strongman... People often mention Foundry, great, classes, recommend, training, team, class, friendly, fitness, work,


Address

Black Prince Community Hub, 5 Beaufoy Walk, London SE11 6HU, United Kingdom

Website

foundryfit.com

Contact

+44 20 7587 1327

Rating on Google Maps

5.00 (106 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: 6 AM to 8:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 6 AM to 8:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 6 AM to 8:30 PM
  • Thursday: 6 AM to 8:30 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 7 AM to 1 PM
  • Sunday: 10 AM to 1 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Steve T. 5 years ago on Google • 152 reviews
    Just the best damn gym you could imagine. No frills, all thrills, many big, heavy things and happy, sweaty people. Think Atlas stones, logs, sleds, truck tires and the Torque Tank (pictured). I would highly recommend dropping in for a City Strongman class and pushing yourself for a session! Brilliant staff help to build a sense of community for members too. Much love.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ally W. 4 years ago on Google • 116 reviews
    My home away from home. My temple, my bedrock. <3 AH BLOODY LOVE YA, FOUNDRY FAM <3 Seriously, if you're looking for a community, a change in scenery (none of that commercial gym fake vibe here), fantastic coaches, top programming, new skillz and mad friendships, this is your place. City Strongman classes are considered some of the hardest in the London but don't let that put you off. Everything is scalable, the coaches will never bully or push you and your safety is always paramount. Try Sweat classes for a serious cardio-based sesh. Go to Combine for a brilliant mixture of the two (with a team-based competitive element... be prepared!). Check out Lift for a super chilled, heavy-weight based skill class with a much quieter vibe. I tell EVERYONE about The Foundry. And after joining us... you will too!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lee D. 5 years ago on Google • 49 reviews
    Awesome facility and environment for training. The staff are great and there’s a range of semi-private and group training for all levels and ages. Definitely recommended if you want to improve your health and fitness and the way you look.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Trina 2 years ago on Google • 535 reviews
    Epic scenes this morning, wasn’t sure if I’d survive but I have and will definitely return. The gym is a PT’s dream and the facilities and staff are ace!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sophia L. 5 years ago on Google • 10 reviews
    One of the best gyms I've been to in London. The classes are some of the hardest but most rewarding I've done. There's normally some sort of team work or competition in the workouts which means you push that extra bit harder and also makes it a lot of fun. The coaches are amazing too, really knowledgable and super friendly :)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zaiba H. 3 years ago on Google • 6 reviews
    I absolutely LOVE this place, so much so that every day this week - since it reopened - I have been hanging out outside like a creeper until I’m allowed inside 10 minutes before class! They’ve got the safety measures on check and disinfectant on tap. I’ve been to 1000s of classes across London in the last decade but for me The Foundry is probably the best. The classes are killer but fun and over before you know it! The results also speak for themselves, it’s only been a couple of days but my clothes are fitting better already! All the coaches are great, just love it all really! This sounds like a sponsored ad, it’s not, I’m just so happy to be back!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 big m. 4 years ago on Google
    An amazing gym with some excellent instructors.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jon M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great gym, good equipment, class and instructor experienced
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dan E. 4 years ago on Google
    Great Sunday workout. Every class is different and every class is challenging. The best fitness community in London by a mile (or 20m bear crawl). Everyone is welcome, expect an equal ops beasting by some of the best trainers in the biz.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anni M. 5 years ago on Google
    One of the best gyms in London. And a really good team culture
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dorothy B. 4 years ago on Google • 100 reviews
    Dedicated and very skilled coaches. Fun workouts, fabulous equipment and great team dynamic. It neve ceases to amaze me how much their coaches know about you from day one. Not only they all know your name but very quickly they learn about your goals, or what areas need improvements as well as your strengths. They are knowledgeable and truly passionate about what they do. I’ve been a member for the past 2 years and I don’t even considering going anywhere else. definitely recommend it to anyone who is looking for a challenging and empowering workout :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 The No S. 10 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    I couldn’t recommend more highly. I was completely new to any kind of strength training last year but under the care of a brilliant group of trainers I now feel fitter and stronger than I ever have. The trainers are what makes it so special. Ben, Shirley, Dan, Scott and Danny are so knowledgable, committed, fun, motivating and professional. They genuinely care about their members. They effortlessly manage groups consisting of complete novices to hardened pros, ensuring everyone gets their attention, support and motivation. The classes are always varied and challenging and the small group personal training really allows you to go further and further in your progression under the expert eyes of a trainer who is able to adjust and personalise the routines to support your goals. At the start I would pick up small injuries and they would patiently help me work around them whilst I worked on my flexibility and form. They’ve helped me overcome these hurdles to the point where I can now achieve things in a class I would never have thought possible. It’s made a materiel mental and physical improvement to my life and that of my partner. Worth every single penny and more.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jesus G. 2 years ago on Google • 4 reviews
    I went to the PB day at the Foundry Vauxhall. In this event gym members would attempt their best scores in certain lifts, body-weight and cardio based challenges. The atmosphere was great and all members were very supportive. The event was very well organized, including great food, safe spotting from coaches and great music. I had not visited this location before (but other Foundry locations), it is a really cool gym. Looking forward to my next visit!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex I. 5 years ago on Google
    Challenging and varied classes led by motivational instructors. City Strongman is my favourite!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Holly M. 6 years ago on Google
    Saturday Strongman is the highlight of my weekend! It's the best group training I've ever done!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jon D. 6 years ago on Google
    Great class for building strength but one of the funnest I've ever done. Ben & Ali were spot on and helped me through my first Strongman!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Roberto S. 6 years ago on Google
    Whenever I visit my friend down in London, without fail, I always make sure I'm booked onto the City Strongman class at The Foundry. Every time I've visited it's been a completely different circuit that challenges my body to the max. I absolutely love it and The Foundry is genuinely one of the best gyms I've ever visited!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Louisa B. 2 years ago on Google
    Loved the Sweat class here! Saima is great and was all over everyone making sure we were doing the right move/technique etc and gives so much energy. Can’t wait for the next one ☺️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nadège W. 4 years ago on Google
    I have been coming to the foundry for two years now and can’t stress enough how much I love it ! The team, Dan Pearse, Gus McKay, Zane Irvin and Ben Gotting are just amazing and the classes very diverse and challenging ! Couldn’t recommend it enough ??
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A M. 5 years ago on Google
    Awesome place! Great atmosphere, very nice and professional coaches! I specially love Shirley’s classes - as she is so knowledgeable and very inspiring. If you’re looking to have fun whilst getting stronger, faster, and learn so much - sign up for the ‘Strong (wo)men classes’ x
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Duncan W. 5 years ago on Google
    The only gym I ever managed to attend regularly, like nowhere else. You arrive excited to see what younwill be doing over the next 45 minutes and while there you can think of nothing else. It doesn’t feel like ‘exercise’ in the conventional sense but the results suggest it must be. Could not recommend more highly.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew D. 5 years ago on Google
    Awesome gym, but so much more. Excellent team and community spirit. My work capacity has increased exponentially since training here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Camilla L. 5 years ago on Google
    45mins always flashes past! Always a great workout & motivational coaches that help you to get the best results, couldn’t recommend the Foundry enough.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alasdair B. 4 years ago on Google
    There are fitness classes and then there is Strongman. Fitness classes make you lift dumbells, Strongman makes you lift atlas stone. Fitness classes make you run on treadmills, Strongman has you pull your friend on a sled. Strongman has you lifting heavy and pushing hard, but is also positive and fun.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tim Q. 4 years ago on Google
    I’ve been going to The Foundry Vauxhall for almost three years and it’s the best gym I’ve ever been to. Fantastic classes and the trainers are all great.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vicki P. 4 years ago on Google
    This gym has that magic combo of great space, huge variety of equipment, original + fun concept, incredibly knowledgeable coaches, fab atmosphere and just the most amazing, friendly sense of community you could ever hope for. Cannot recommend enough :oD
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Charlotte P. 4 years ago on Google
    Great gym, amazing instructors and real sense of family amongst instructors and members alike. Thoroughly recommend for all from beginners to elite athletes!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emily S. 5 years ago on Google
    My favourite gym in London. The classes are awesome (try a strongman class if you've never been before - flipping tyres and lugging heavy cement balls and sandbags around is surprisingly good fun, it turns out) and the music is great. The team are the most genuine, friendly bunch too, which really makes such a difference. Can't imagine going anywhere else now!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Urban Flow F. 5 years ago on Google
    The Foundry embodies everything that is missing in your average gym or fitness studio. These guys genuinely care about their members and have created a real community that embraces a culture of effort and inclusivity. People from every walk of life are welcomed in and supported wholeheartedly in reaching their goals, whatever they may be. The coaching team is second to none, facilities are great and the gym itself contains plenty of equipment not found in your average training facility. I highly recommend to anyone looking to train, from novice to fitness professional.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lola S. 4 years ago on Google
    Just did the community session boxing. My arms hurt so bad. Would recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ben D. 4 years ago on Google
    An excellent facility offering an interesting and original range of challenging exercises classes and PT packages in a friendly environment staffed by helpful and professional trainers. The training content is far more enjoyable than plodding away in an average gym. Strongly recommend giving it a try.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lucy R. 4 years ago on Google
    The 'best gym in the world' tagline is not wrong! Incredible kit, motivating trainers and expertly programmed classes. Don't be intimidated, the big weights and kit may seem scary when starting out but everything can be scaled and I guarantee you will be pushing to progress in no time, regardless of your age, gender or fitness level :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ronald P. 4 years ago on Google
    Best Place to get fit. My friend suggest me this place the coach is friendly and attentive. The gym members are also nice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Elaine M. 2 months ago on Google • 61 reviews New
    No one is there to ask questions

  • 5/5 The Z. 11 months ago on Google • 37 reviews
    Bread and Butter Issues Discussed at The Foundry Picture the scene: it was the first event I attended after the Easter break and I am impatient to hear the keynote speech delivered by the fantastic orator Neil Carberry of @Recruitment and Employment Confederation at The Foundry. It was a common scenario to settle to be enticed by the agenda of the Conference held in honour of the @Learning and Work Institute (whose partnership on the project came from the @Trust for London). The declarative tone of Mr Carberry speech was used to pinpoint the parts of improvement needed between skills and employment. The relationship he identified as problematic came from work and learning reinforcing the need for people to enroll on an #MBA course in order to succeed in the world of business. Due to the fact that an #MBA course does not remain 'fit for purpose' in the fast pace environment of business. The unpredictable nature of technology and its affects human employment has become a disruptive idea on the bread and butter issues between living and work well. @LearnWorkUK was an opportunity to discuss ideas about the future of work and the tenets needed for a progressive workplace experience. #BetterWorkUK23 has given a platform for each attendee to remember that human engagement will always remain inseparable to the fruits of the Labour fulfilled by the masses. Participants of the Breakout Session 1: Building Pathways To Success How Workforce Development Can Support Business Growth and Create Progression Pathways For Low Paid Workers were treated to industry led knowledge from a panel of experts. The panellists consisted of Naomi Clayton of Learning and Work Institute, Simon Ashworth of Association of Employment and Learning Providers, Julia Jones of Trade Union Congress and David Sheen of UK Hospitality. Each panellist imparted the wisdom that was difficult to accept but the solutions they provided made me impatient to live to the changes in the world of work. The figure provided was that 8 million adults do not have a Level 2 qualification in 2023. The non-regulations provisions need to have more pathways to gaining employment via varied range of skills should be provided. It was a problematic issue for explaining the missing workforce were underqualified to move forward in terms of workplace development. It became apparent to the stakeholders and the attendees that the remedy was to have guidance to devolve power by making locality simplify the world of work. By doing this it would make the multinational companies opt into the agenda of upskilling their workforce. For instance employees taking time off to go enroll onto a course would be beneficial to the company in the long-term. A further embodiment of the hope provided by this conference came from the second breakout session I attended entailed 'Creating Healthy Workplaces: Exploring The Vital Link Between Job Quality And Health & Wellbeing. The panellists consisted as follows - Jill Rutter of Learning and Work Institute, David Finch of Health Foundation, Elizabeth Bachrad of Business For Health, Conor D'Arcy of Money & Mental Health Policy Institute and Voirrey Walsh of NHS Providers. The ethos given by Learning and Work Institute has been interwoven by the five worded slogan of 'Making learning and work count'. It was an advertising ploy used to show the verbs 'making' and 'learning' were interconnected and remained fundamental to the future generations of institutionalising the process of working well. Each sector of employment exists to effectively and efficiently ensure that 'work counts'. The combined relationship between the noun 'work' and the verb of 'counts' push forward the notion of each individual being paid well for their time spent in employment. It was an ambitious slogan for the Learning and Work Institute to emblazon on their posters across the event held at The Foundry to prove that they were committed to ensuring that work lives up to their high expectations in the future.

  • 5/5 Safa S. 8 months ago on Google • 37 reviews
    The best investment I’ve ever made. Since joining, I’ve learned the fundamentals of strength training with proper form and have transformed my body and health as a result. All the trainers (Dan, Shirley, Ben, Scott) are real experts who adapt programmes for individuals and are super friendly and approachable to boot. Awesome crew, awesome gym, awesome results.

  • 5/5 William R. 2 months ago on Google • 25 reviews New
    Great training approach, programming and really good trainers

  • 5/5 Sharon 8 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    A gem of a gym, perfect for all fitness levels.

  • 5/5 Ram 3 weeks ago on Google • 8 reviews New
    Really great place to do a workout. PTs extremely friendly and the session I did on build was challenging using the AMRAP style which was extremely useful

  • 5/5 Michael S. 6 years ago on Google
    Great facility, experienced instructors and a good selection of activities.

  • 5/5 David B. 4 years ago on Google
    Always great classes, friendly staff that help push you which is why I keep coming back?

  • 5/5 alessandro b. 4 years ago on Google
    Really good workouts and super helpful trainers

  • 5/5 Jason B. 4 years ago on Google
    Good energy from the instructor, great exercise choice and liked the facilities on offer

  • 5/5 Charis J. 3 years ago on Google
    Thank you Foundry! Great class with Alex R felt super aafe and super strong! ??? would not have expected anything less from the team but you have pulled out all the stops to make sure we all feel safe and get the gains!!! #WTSB

  • 5/5 maria p. 3 years ago on Google
    You are an awesome gym! Unique in many ways! From space, equipment down to coaches and coaching! You follow a knowledge and science based approach in your training trying to stay away from industry fads. You make your clients stronger, fitter and healthier! You have shown resilience in world crisis situations (COVID-19). You are all inclusive and embracing diversity and willing to modify your approach to tailor your members' needs wisely. Above all you are FUN!

  • 5/5 Fiona C. 4 years ago on Google
    I LOVED IT!!! Wil definitely be back for more on the class pass option. Great instructors, was well looked after and welcomed on my first Foundry - you’re stuck with me now .

  • 5/5 Jonathan B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great workout!

  • 5/5 Rebecca J. 2 years ago on Google
    LOVE going to the Foundry for my workouts. The team at Vauxhall are so welcoming, knowledgable and supportive. The workouts are as hardcore as you choose to make them, but I always leave feeling glad I went!

  • 5/5 DesEri B. 2 years ago on Google
    I train at the Foundry in Vauxhall and rate the trainers highly. They are technical, fun, focused and very professional! I’m getting better and stronger with every session. For anyone who is serious about their health and fitness goals, check the Vauxhall Foundry team out. You won’t be disappointed.

  • 5/5 Provolution N. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice gym!!

  • 5/5 Tracy J. 5 years ago on Google
    Great

  • 5/5 Jonathon H. 1 year ago on Google
    A fantastic gym. Really friendly team, fun workouts. Highly recommend to anyone!

  • 5/5 Matthew L. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is an amazing community focused fitness studio. If you want results, these guys will push your fitness ti the next level and beyond. Unpretentious and inclusive to all

  • 5/5 Tara P. 1 year ago on Google
    I’m loving the Foundry so far. It’s rare to find a gym that is both supportive and challenging. Great team, great programme, great job.

  • 5/5 Emma R. 2 years ago on Google • 3 reviews
    I have recently become a member at The Foundry and have never been to a gym where I feel so welcomed and supported. I am a naturally nervous gym goer but all my classes and SPT sessions feel so inclusive and I can already feel improvements in my strength. It’s a place that helps the body and the mind and I really value being able to go after a busy day at work.

  • 5/5 Jack R. 2 years ago on Google
    The atmosphere, the training, the programing are all top notch. The fact everyone remembers your name is the cheery on top!

  • 5/5 Farah S. 2 years ago on Google
    As a person who is very new to fitness and working out, The Foundry has been a place where I felt encouraged and supported, which made me confident enough to keep training, and form a new lifestyle. I would recommend the 21 day challenge to anyone who doesn't know where to start with fitness and wants to join a real community :)

  • 5/5 Daniel S. 2 years ago on Google
    The atmosphere, team, and programmes are simply fantastic, pushing you to better yourself day in, day out! I've been training for 2 months and I genuinely feel awesome. I wouldn't have made 20% of the progress and been far fewer times without the accountability that comes with the programmes. I would recommend The Foundry to everyone and anyone :)

  • 5/5 Paul M. 2 years ago on Google
    Best gym ever!!! Coaches are so knowledgeable and friendly. Its very welcoming and has some really fun pieces of kit to use!!

  • 5/5 Elinor H. 2 years ago on Google
    Really great gym - everyone is so friendly and encouraging whilst also being seriously challenging. Programming is varied and interesting and there’s a great sense of community. Can’t recommend more highly!

  • 5/5 Abrar A. 6 years ago on Google
    Phenomenal team and spirit in this place - expect to leave feeling bulletproof. I think it's a great place to develop overall power - you'll be pushing your heart rate and strength which just allow you tackle more: going back to your park boot camp feels like a cop out :) Wish I could've stuck around longer!

  • 5/5 francesca r. 2 years ago on Google
    Always a great service - friendly, professional and helpful PTs, great front of house, excellent equipment - can’t fault the experience!!

  • 5/5 Gina L. 2 years ago on Google
    The Foundry is always a five star experience! A supportive environment where the trainers are inclusive and welcoming. It's not a gym - it's a community. An absolute tonic for my body, mind and soul after such a difficult lockdown.

  • 5/5 Josh P. 3 years ago on Google
    Epic gym!! Love the strongman classes

  • 5/5 Callum S. 3 years ago on Google
    I've had my first two SPT sessions after starting the 21 day challenge and it has got me really excited for my journey with the Foundry. The coaching is spot on, friendly staff and client. There's a positive, "work hard" environment but also fun. Can't wait to get back in there!


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