Project Spotlight: World-Class Group Training Facility in Bicester, Oxfordshire
We were delighted to work with Rhys on this inspiring project after being recommended to him by a fellow personal trainer. The brief was clear from the start: create a professional group training facility that’s efficient, high quality, and motivates people to better themselves the moment they step inside.
Designing a Functional and Future-Proof Gym Space
The journey began over coffee and collaborative brainstorming sessions, followed by a series of detailed 3D gym layout designs. These allowed us to explore how the space could be optimised for functionality, flow, and aesthetics. Once the concept was finalised, we turned our attention to one of the most important elements — the training surface.
Optimised Flooring for Group Training
As the training loads would be relatively light, and with a solid engineering concrete base already in place, we specified our 20mm premium rubber gym tiles. These tiles offer excellent non-slip performance, strong impact resistance, and long-term durability. They were seamlessly paired with 18mm artificial turf and integrated shockpad, creating a continuous training surface with no trip hazards — ideal for circuit training, conditioning, and sled work.
The right flooring sets the tone for any facility. It impacts safety, session delivery, and the entire layout — and in this case, it allowed us to shape the space exactly as needed.
Bespoke Modular Gym Equipment System
To maximise training efficiency, Rhys chose our custom modular full rack pod system, following our recommendation that it would effectively double the number of working stations without increasing the gym’s footprint. This fully integrated system includes:
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Three linked power racks
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Bespoke storage between racks for kettlebells, dumbbells, med balls, and accessories
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Custom name plates on each rack to reinforce the brand and coaching ethos
Every detail was tailored to Rhys’ coaching style, client flow, and programming needs.
Conditioning Equipment and Functional Tools
We completed the facility with a carefully selected range of conditioning equipment to support Rhys’ group training sessions, including:
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Prowler sleds
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Air bikes
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Rowers
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SkiErgs
Each piece was chosen to align with his programming structure and the varied demands of both general population clients and elite athletes.
From Concept to Completion in 4 Weeks
From the initial phone call to full installation, the entire gym fit-out took just four weeks. The project came in under budget and was funded through our finance partner, Johnson Reed Finance, making it a smooth and stress-free process for the client.
The result is a truly world-class functional training facility in the heart of Bicester, Oxfordshire — a space built for purpose, performance, and progress.
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