5 fitness spaces to follow

East of Eden

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East of Eden is a wellness hub based in East London Walthamstow offering yoga, Pilates, barre, and spin classes.

Founded in 2015 by Abby McLachlan, the studio began humbly as a single-room space and has since expanded to four studios, a café, and therapy rooms. 

Before establishing East of Eden, McLachlan had a 15-year career stint in music and digital media, working with the likes of the BBC and Warner Music.

This was until an unexpected pregnancy in 2012 led to her seeking a more sustainable career and East of Eden was born.

The studio has an emphasis on inclusivity and community, providing over 200 weekly classes and engaging in local projects.

Third Space 

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Third Space is a luxury health club chain in London, offering state-of-the-art fitness facilities, diverse classes, and wellness services across multiple locations, including Soho, Canary Wharf, and Marylebone. 

Founded in 2001 by ‘four Old Etonians,’ Third Space is a mash-up between a private members club and holistic health hub. In 2015, Colin Waggett, former CEO of Fitness First UK and founder of boutique cycling studio Psycle, became CEO, leading to the brands significant expansion.

Under his leadership, Third Space has grown to serve 35,000 members, generating over £100 million in revenue, with further locations planned.

Nobu Pilates

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Nobu Pilates, founded by Marsha Lindsay, is a chic and premium Pilates studio located at Nobu Hotel on London’s Portman Square.

With over a decade of pilates under her belt, Lindsay created three signature classes - power, precision and pure - designed to enhance strength, endurance, and technique.

Inspired by her kickboxing injury recovery journey she blends classical and contemporary pilates methods. The studio is home to chic equipment and contraptions that help clients deepen their practice and enhance results.

Lindsay’s vision to challenges Pilates stereotypes has led her to create not only an aspirational fitness brand but also a personal one that attracts high-profile clients like Maya Jama and Harris Reed.

Until

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Until is a super cool chain of pioneering wellness hubs with the original venue being located in  in London's Soho district.  offering state-of-the-art facilities for health and wellness professionals.

Founded in 2021 by Vishal Amin and Alex Pellew, Until provides flexible spaces for freelance trainers, therapists, and coaches to operate their businesses. The 8,500sq ft state-of-the-art  facility includes a 3,000-square-foot gym, nine treatment rooms, eight coaching rooms, and a performance suite. 

In August 2023, mogul Steven Bartlett joined as marketing co-founder, investing in the company to support its mission to revolutionize the health and wellness industry. 

Under this leadership, Until has expanded to multiple locations, including Liverpool Street and Marylebone, with further growth planned in the coming years.

The Lighthouse Club

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The Lighthouse Club, a private gym, wellness and work space located in a West London basement, is being hailed as a celebrity safe-haven hosting actors, musicians and other high-profile people and creative professionals. 

Membership is referral-only, with a firm vetting process, and starts at 200 pounds per month.

Co-founded by David Hastie, George Ashwell, and Joshua Betteridge, the club offers a holistic space where wellness and creativity collide.

Facilities include a substantial open-plan gym studio with free classes for members, a private Pilates studio, three personal training studios, two infrared saunas, and two ice baths.

There is also a private treatment room, luxury changing facilities, a kitchen stocked with healthy meals, a recording studio run by Fiction Studios, a meeting/writing room, a co-working table with a library wall, and a private outdoor terrace.