Nathan Thexton
3 Reviews
Best place ever been to
5.0/ 5
I’ve been to the gym with my work colleagues and I use the day pass is cheap and affordable price if you want to keep fit and healthy this is the place to go to
Background
A red neon sign stating, “RESULTS NOT EXCUSES”.
One Gym in Bishop Auckland is a ten-year-old gym with two storeys. The main gym room is downstairs, where all the aerobics equipment is located. Weights and resistance machines are dotted around the hall at the back (this includes free weights). In addition, classes take place upstairs, which can all be booked online. Their reception desk is right at the main entrance.
Equipment
The cardio and aerobics exercise equipment at this gym in Bishop Auckland includes treadmills, cross-trainers (elliptical trainers), stationary bikes, rowing machines, stair climbers and arc trainers.
The resistance weight machines include a variety of selectorised weight machines (including shoulder press, leg press, upper back, chest press, leg curl, arm curl, etc). They also include plate-loaded weight machines and cable resistance machines with different interchangeable attachments. These attachments feature triceps ropes, handlebars and revolving hand grips.
Free weights include barbells, dumbbells and kettlebells. All weights are available in a wide range of heavinesses.
Other equipment and accessories available at this gym include adjustable aerobics steps, exercise balls. boxing bags, battle ropes, gym mats, abdominal wheels and adjustable bench presses.
Changing Rooms
Changing facilities are located downstairs through a set of double doors on the right side of the main room. They are all fully equipped with lockers for people to store their belongings. These lockers are secured using combination padlocks provided by the gym staff at the reception. The changing rooms also have up to three toilet cubicles (and urinals for the male changing rooms). There are also shower cubicles for people to clean themselves after a heavy workout. There are also sunbeds in the changing facilities. Sunbed tokens can be bought via the FitSense App or at the reception desk. If you have any other questions about using the sunbeds, then the staff are able to help you.
Reception Area
Located immediately to the left as you enter the gym, the reception desk is where you can speak to members of staff to discuss memberships, joining the gym and finding out more about the classes. There is also a vending machine located right next to the reception desk containing plenty of energy drinks, bottles of water and juice to buy.
Classes
The One Gym at Bishop Auckland has their own scheduled timetable full of different widely varying classes. Click here to view their timetable.
Classes that take place at this gym in Bishop Auckland include spinning classes, Total Fitness, steps, yoga, box-fit, weights for beginners, kettlebells and Boot-camp Extreme.
Memberships
People have the option to either purchase a day pass or a long-term membership. Memberships can be joint and can be purchased online by clicking here.
Accessibility
Location
The gym is in Tindale Crossing near St Helen’s in Bishop Auckland. It is just a short drive from the town centre of Bishop Auckland and the retail park at Tindale. It is right next door to Aldi and is over the road from the park. All the housing estates around Bishop Auckland are also within walking distance, including Woodhouse and Henknowle.
Entrance
Getting into the gym requires having an app on your mobile phone where you scan a QR code to open a big turnstile. For wheelchair users, there is a separate automatic door to the right before the turnstile. Additionally, there is a buzzer that you can press if you need help from a member of staff with getting through the turnstile/door. If you are first visiting the gym and don’t have the app to scan, you can also press the buzzer to inform staff of your arrival. It is recommended that you book an appointment for an induction or meeting by contacting their email or phone number.
Wheelchair Users
As mentioned before, wheelchair users can get into the gym via an automatic door. The space around the gym accommodates for wheelchairs to manoeuvre around the place, depending on make and model. There are plenty of workouts that wheelchairs users and people with other physical disabilities can take part in. This can be discussed with members of staff, and they can advise you on what activities are suitable for the individual. The changing rooms can be accessed through a set of double doors to the right as you enter the gym, and down the wide corridor. Getting in and out of the changing rooms requires only one door to get through. There are no steps or tight corners, making it easy for wheelchair users to access.
Changing Rooms
All the changing rooms have a suitable number of lockers. Additionally, there is a bench in the middle of the room and seating around the outside along the lockers. There is plenty of space for people to sit down. The cubicles are spacious, including the toilets and showers.
Equipment
All equipment is maintained and cleaned regularly. There are up to 8 treadmills in a row in the main room, along with 8 cross-trainers. More treadmills can be located upstairs. Moreover, there are 2 rowing machines and 5 exercise bikes. The weight racks are fully equipped with dumbbells of varying weights; these are located towards the back of the extended hall. Other free weights including barbells are located around this area. Also, there is an abundant amount of resistance weight machines too; of all different kinds for many different specific muscle training exercises.
Staff will ensure all members who join are trained on how to use all the equipment. This happens during an induction session, which can be prearranged by contacting the gym.
Parking
The gym has its own car park right outside and there are plenty of spaces, but it can get quite full during busy times. You can leave your car in Aldi’s car park (for up to 2 hours) and walk across to the One Gym. Disabled car parking spaces are right next to the main entrance.
Public Transport
Image taken by Aiden Dawson
The nearest bus stop is a short walk up the main road that passes the gym. The bus can be caught from Bishop Auckland, West Auckland and even as far as Crook and Durham.
Refreshments
There is an accessible water point with a single tap for people to refill their own water bottles. Also, there is a vending machine selling a range of drinks including water, energy drinks and juice.
Atmosphere
The gym can get a little bit noisy, with music playing around the venue. Members are also welcome to bring and wear their own headphones to listen to their own music or to muffle the background noise. The gym can also get very busy, particularly on late afternoons and early evenings as a lot of people go to the gym after work/school. This gym is also open 24 hours, so you can attend overnight when it is very quiet. However, there are no staff and therefore no classes during these hours. The place is generally well-lit (with vibrant red neon lighting), but not overly vibrant.
Conclusion
We hope you found this listing helpful and resourceful. If you’re interested in finding out about other accessible friendly places/venues to go for activities and sports, check out this listing on Woodhouse Leisure Complex.
Can I bring my own drinks?
Yes you can and there is a cold water tap for you to fill up your own water bottle
Can I watch TV while working out?
There are three big TV screens with all the treadmills and cross-trainers facing towards them. You can ask a member of staff if you can connect your headphones via Bluetooth so you can listen to the TVs.
Can I get a personal trainer?
You can discuss having an ongoing personal training program with a member of the team contacting their phone number or emailing them.
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