Soho Gyms
3.5
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Soho Gyms is a British chain of ten gyms spread out across central London in the following locations: Holborn, Camden, Earls Court, Clapham, Waterloo, Borough, Bow Wharf, Lewisham, Farringdon and Tower Hill.
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Neighborhood: Covent Garden
Whether you're headed here to check out the multitude of shops, theaters, cafes, pubs, and restaurants, or simply to be among the multitude of people who pass through this pretty part of town, you'll love soaking up the festive and historic atmosphere in and around Covent Garden. Even if you don't have tickets to the opera or a show at one of the many famous theaters here, don't be surprised if find yourself captivated by some impromptu act of a street performer wowing the crowds in Covent Garden's Piazza. If you do have tickets, you'll be pleased to note that many of the local eateries accommodate theatergoers with prix fixe menus, early dinners, and later than usual opening hours. 


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- Holborn • 3 min walk
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
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jon f
London, UK8 contributions
Mar 2016 • Solo
staff weren't the friendlist. but equipment and floor layout was almost perfect. plenty of free weights and dumbbells
Written March 26, 2016
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Anita S
London, UK10 contributions
Feb 2018 • Solo
Visited Camden branch after many years. Nice clean and generally well maintained. Studio floor was a bit dusty & changing rooms were a bit dirty too but apart from those minor issues a lovely gym. Would work here / visit again Thanks
Written February 18, 2018
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cjclem
Greater London, UK1 contribution
Nov 2017 • Solo
I am not a member of gym but utilise day passes local to where I am visiting at the time. As i entered I was greeted by two smiling instructors; unknowingly I did not have all necessary stuff with me (towel and padlock) but fine- the guys sorted me out then gave me a quick tour. Lots of machines to choose from - a 'large-ish' space and not cramped. The space has a retro industrial Berlin feel with visible pipes; and clean. The changing rooms and showers had a dated feel but in closer view, also spotless. Great central location yet in a quiet side street. Colin.
Written November 22, 2017
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Hi Colin,
Thanks for the great review!
Written January 8, 2018
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Kieran G
2 contributions
Apr 2016 • Solo
Awful experience trying to cancel my membership. I clearly asked a member of staff for my membership to be cancelled in the beginning of May however received an email weeks later stating this had not been done. I was then subsequently asked to pay an additional month of membership so ended up having to pay 2 months after having cancelled my membership.
Written September 9, 2016
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HannahJ0nes
Wales28 contributions
Jul 2017 • Friends
I went along to the Waterloo branch of Soho gyms with a colleague, to enquire about membership. Our company had recently moved to a nearby office, so there had been discussion in the office around joining a local gym. My colleague and I went over to Soho gym, with the idea being that a few more colleagues would register later.
We walked in, and were met by an older gent standing by reception.
We weren't overly sure on whether or not he worked there, so we went over to a fitness instructor. He was friendly and approachable, so we started asking him about membership.
A bizarre conversation then ensued.
The fitness instructor was being friendly, helpful and answering our questions. The older gent came over and tried to cut the conversation short/attempted to undermine his colleague at every point. The conversation went something like this:
"What is your minimum membership term? Is it possible to join for 1 month initially?"
Fitness Instructor- "We have a number of membership options, I have a leaflet here. The 1 month membership is slightly more expensive, but the monthly membership......"
"NO!"- front-of-house.
With an abrupt no, and a shake of the head, we were made to feel that he wanted us to instantly leave.
"Is it possible to be shown around the gym first? And do you do trials?"
"Yes, of course..."- fitness instructor.
"NO!"- front-of-house.
Again, abrupt, rude and stand-off-ish.
At this point, we were starting to feel very unwelcome.
I don't know if membership had already reached full capacity?- but he appeared absolutely set on not letting us join.
Me- "I am not sure what is going on here, but you seem to be disagreeing with everything your colleague says. You tell me we can't have a trial, and that we can't join, but your colleague says we can... we're getting mixed messages here?"
"Well, I am the receptionist"- Front-of-house.
Power trip?
The front-of-house made it clear he didn't want us there. We decided to leave. The fitness instructor then gave us a leaflet to take away. As we were walking away, Mr front-of-house then turned to his fitness instructor colleague, and started berating him in front of us for having spoken to us. Absolutely bizarre. I feel awfully sorry for the colleagues of Mr Front-of-house.
We got on google search, and went to Colombo sports centre nearby. Completely different feel- friendly, approachable, helpful... and a fraction of the price!
We walked in, and were met by an older gent standing by reception.
We weren't overly sure on whether or not he worked there, so we went over to a fitness instructor. He was friendly and approachable, so we started asking him about membership.
A bizarre conversation then ensued.
The fitness instructor was being friendly, helpful and answering our questions. The older gent came over and tried to cut the conversation short/attempted to undermine his colleague at every point. The conversation went something like this:
"What is your minimum membership term? Is it possible to join for 1 month initially?"
Fitness Instructor- "We have a number of membership options, I have a leaflet here. The 1 month membership is slightly more expensive, but the monthly membership......"
"NO!"- front-of-house.
With an abrupt no, and a shake of the head, we were made to feel that he wanted us to instantly leave.
"Is it possible to be shown around the gym first? And do you do trials?"
"Yes, of course..."- fitness instructor.
"NO!"- front-of-house.
Again, abrupt, rude and stand-off-ish.
At this point, we were starting to feel very unwelcome.
I don't know if membership had already reached full capacity?- but he appeared absolutely set on not letting us join.
Me- "I am not sure what is going on here, but you seem to be disagreeing with everything your colleague says. You tell me we can't have a trial, and that we can't join, but your colleague says we can... we're getting mixed messages here?"
"Well, I am the receptionist"- Front-of-house.
Power trip?
The front-of-house made it clear he didn't want us there. We decided to leave. The fitness instructor then gave us a leaflet to take away. As we were walking away, Mr front-of-house then turned to his fitness instructor colleague, and started berating him in front of us for having spoken to us. Absolutely bizarre. I feel awfully sorry for the colleagues of Mr Front-of-house.
We got on google search, and went to Colombo sports centre nearby. Completely different feel- friendly, approachable, helpful... and a fraction of the price!
Written July 15, 2017
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ujcmouse
London, UK1 contribution
Sep 2016 • Solo
I'm staying at Union Jack Club. And this morning went.
The only thing he did for me was to swipe me in. And offer me a towel.
I asked if he could show me round and if they had lockers.
He would not help me in anyway in fact I did not think he could Speak English
I nearly walked out at that point but did not. Sorry he did tell me where your drinking water was.
Eventually found locker area and had to leave my bag in an open locker Not happy about.
Then found x trainer but as I did not know how it worked and the instructions went off before I was half way through. Used it for couple of minutes. Then got on rowing machine ok.
Whilst on exercise mat spoke to lady who had been on next door x trainer she said I should have ask Alex how it worked. I said I had! He was useless !
She then showed me and I used it.....
But decided to ask for complaint form.
When I asked Alex I learnt he could speak good English and was then trying to bribe me offering me a drink of some kind.
In disgust I walked back to UJC. And spoke to reception the said complain via trip advisor
The only thing he did for me was to swipe me in. And offer me a towel.
I asked if he could show me round and if they had lockers.
He would not help me in anyway in fact I did not think he could Speak English
I nearly walked out at that point but did not. Sorry he did tell me where your drinking water was.
Eventually found locker area and had to leave my bag in an open locker Not happy about.
Then found x trainer but as I did not know how it worked and the instructions went off before I was half way through. Used it for couple of minutes. Then got on rowing machine ok.
Whilst on exercise mat spoke to lady who had been on next door x trainer she said I should have ask Alex how it worked. I said I had! He was useless !
She then showed me and I used it.....
But decided to ask for complaint form.
When I asked Alex I learnt he could speak good English and was then trying to bribe me offering me a drink of some kind.
In disgust I walked back to UJC. And spoke to reception the said complain via trip advisor
Written September 22, 2016
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Marinasandoval
Greater London, UK6 contributions
Aug 2015 • Solo
i have been a member to soho gym for the last couple 2 years, and the gym are good but with those personal trainers , i have been contact directly to the personal trainers 2 of then left a messages on the answer phone to contact me back as i am looking to use they have never call me back to respond my messages , i am not sure they do a good job to advertising them selfs in the gym, forget it i just going Virgin Active gym and they are really on a professional personal trainers who ever look for a personal trainer go to Virgin active , the are very switch on make life come true with your heath and verity professional with time and contact back the clients
Written June 12, 2016
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Sydney_White
Randwick, Australia113 contributions
Dec 2015 • Friends
So I usually go to gym even when I travel, got myself a daily pass in here and it was one of the best decisions.
This gym is clean, friendly, very well equipped and very very very well located.
If you are traveling to London and wanted a good, serious workout, then search this place.
This gym is clean, friendly, very well equipped and very very very well located.
If you are traveling to London and wanted a good, serious workout, then search this place.
Written December 11, 2015
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Pawel C
London, United Kingdom8 contributions
Jul 2018 • Solo
Soho gyms offer a free trail pass which you can apply for through their website. I’ve applied for it and when I was filling in the forms at the reception I did say that I work for another gym and don’t live locally I was asked to pay £15 for entry. When I questioned that I was told that terms and conditions state that free pass applies only to people living in the same postcode as the gym which is NOT in the terms and conditions. This is why I hate chain gyms- they’re only interested in the numbers and your honesty and friendliness doesn’t matter- you are just another £ in the pocket. Avoid
Written July 18, 2018
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Limehousegourmet
London, UK20 contributions
Jul 2018 • Solo
Having been a member for 12 years now, predominantly at Waterloo I have to say it's been one of the best gyms I have trained in during an adult lifetime of gym use. Great kit and a very professional management style from Waterloo manager, Daniel and his team.
Bit saddened to see the takeover from PureGyms. I would hope they will leave a successful business and excellent customer service model well alone......but we shall see.
Bit saddened to see the takeover from PureGyms. I would hope they will leave a successful business and excellent customer service model well alone......but we shall see.
Written July 9, 2018
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Sarah D
Midrand, South Africa
Hi there
I will be traveling to London for a few days. I don’t want to skip on my training. Do you offer a daily/ weekly rate
Secondly, how far is your gym from Paddington?
Many thanks, Sarah
Hi Sarah,
We offer both daily & weekly rates and our closest gym to Paddington is Earls Court.
Thanks,
Soho Gyms Marketing Manager
Sarah D
Midrand, South Africa
Hi there
I will be traveling to London for a few days. I don’t want to skip on my training. Do you offer a daily/ weekly rate
Secondly, how far is your gym from Paddington?
Many thanks, Sarah
Dear Sammy - sorry to read your review, the gym has been significantly upgraded in the early summer with new cardio with Tablet technology, larger studio and new male changing rooms. A new cleaning company too and now back under the Soho Gyms umbrella. Soho Team
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