Gym Review: The Third Space, Soho, W1

I have been to gyms all over the world, I have seen the good, the bad and the just plain filthy…

But nothing compares to the experience that is The Third Space gym in Soho.

Reviewing a TRX class for ZEST magazine I visited the gym and I was seriously impressed.

The gym’s facilities are excellent and it boasts a climbing wall, a boxing ring, pilates studio, swimming pool, and a hypoxic chamber (left). A what you say? A chamber where the oxygen is lowered to mimic training at altitude! A-ma-zing.

For those who can’t train alone, the class list is impressive offering a wide variety of different ways to exercise including all the old favourites and innovative new classes. From boxing to pilates, MMA to kettleballs there will be something to catch your attention.

After a few minutes walking around I was sold. I want to live there not just train there.

The second most important thing aside from the facilities is the level of cleanliness, Third Space passed with flying colours- it was spotless.

Some gyms can be intimidating for newly enthused fitness participants,particularly ones with such high-tech equipment. The Third Space manages to create an atmosphere of relaxation and motivation at the same time.

The DJ mixing tunes on the glass floor and a table tennis tournament (right) made the experience feel like a social event rather than a training session and certainly helped me out in the enthusiasm department. I was so pumped to just be there.

The energy of the gym contrasts with the sanctuary of the changing rooms and steam and sauna areas. Pure relaxation.

There is interesting artwork hanging from the walls, the atmosphere is charged, everything is stimulating meaning you push yourself harder and faster.

The class itself warrants it’s own post- TRX is definitely a different way of training but my trainer Dan was helpful, explained each position but pushed me way beyond my comfort zone.

The only downside to the gym is inevitably, the cost, which starts at £124 a month for individual membership (ouch).

If you can afford it I think it makes a great investment and with so much to do and so much to try you wont struggle to find motivation!

For boys there is an impressive free weights room, a concern for most male fitness enthusiasts and girls there were a lot of hot men. I couldn’t help but notice….

It is undoubtedly the best gym I have been to and I can’t wait for my next session there.

The Third Space

13 Sherwood street

Soho

London

W1F 7BR