SIMMPLY GYMS
Fitness For all
Low cost gym access supporting physical health, mental wellbeing, and community connection.
Coming in April 13th 2026
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phase 2 - next 30 members
only £11.99
Founding Member Offer:
Phase 2 first 3 months for £11.99 Pay £11.99 today, first month from 13th of April free, then next 2 months £11.99
BODY mind power
Simmply Active exists to make fitness accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for everyone.
We are a community-first gym, providing free and fairly priced access to high-quality fitness facilities. Our aim is to remove the financial and practical barriers that prevent people from prioritising their physical and mental wellbeing.
For many, traditional gyms feel out of reach - not due to lack of motivation, but because of cost, confidence, or limited support. This can lead to declining health, increased stress, and isolation. We believe fitness should be accessible to all, not just a few.
At Simmply Active, everyone trains in the same space, using the same equipment, with equal opportunities to improve their health. Our pricing structure is designed to be fair, ensuring no one is excluded.
Alongside our training facilities, we offer wellbeing support, nutrition guidance, coaching, and practical resources — helping people feel confident walking through the door and supported every step of the way.
Our mission is simple:
to make fitness a right, not a privilege, and to build stronger, healthier communities through movement, support, and connection.
What you will find at out gyms
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A fully equipped training environment with cardio machines, free weights, resistance equipment, machines and HYROX-style functional training zone.
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A dedicated studio with classes designed to be inclusive, effective, and suitable for all fitness levels. Whether you're just starting out or looking to push yourself, there’s something for everyone.
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Access to the gym whenever we are open through QR coded entry system, with access to our app.
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Access to showers and toilets, also accessibility available
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Access to programmes from personal trainer and online coach, offering structured training programmes and practical nutrition guidance.
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Boxing zone available for your own use and boxing classes
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Access to wellbeing support, including sessions with an on-site psychologist, because mental health matters as much as physical health.
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ON clothing and footwear available for anyone who doesn’t currently have access to suitable kit — so nothing stops you from training.
membership options
For the more vunerable members of our community - young carers, universal credit, refugees and asylum seekers.
Access whenever the gym is open Full use of high class equipment
Get anytime access to our growing collection of classes and workshops.
Affordable training while you study
Our Classes
Simmply Start
New to the gym or getting back into fitness? Simmply Start is the perfect place to begin. This class focuses on building strength and confidence using a variety of equipment, with a different focus each week to keep things fresh and engaging.
✔️ Learn proper technique
✔️ Build strength safely
✔️ Boost confidence in the gym
Simmply Sculpt
A targeted class designed to tone and strengthen your lower body and core. Expect a mix of resistance training and bodyweight exercises to help you feel stronger, more defined, and energised.
✔️ Tone legs, glutes & core
✔️ Improve strength and endurance
✔️ Suitable for all levels
Simmply Sweat
Get your heart pumping with this high-energy HIIT workout. Simmply Sweat is designed to improve fitness, burn calories, and push your limits in a supportive and motivating environment.
✔️ Boost cardiovascular fitness
✔️ Burn calories
✔️ Fast-paced and fun
Simmply Stretch
Slow things down and give your body the care it deserves. This class focuses on improving flexibility, mobility, and recovery — helping you move better and reduce risk of injury.
✔️ Improve flexibility
✔️ Reduce stiffness and tension
✔️ Enhance recovery
Meet the Team
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David Simmons
Founder
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ELLA EDWARDS
Gym Manager and Personal Trainer
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Ronni Harrison
Finance Manager and Personal Trainer
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Sanchit Singh
Personal Trainer
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Millie Carter
Massage Therapist
Get involved
Whether you want to train, volunteer, partner with us, or support the mission - we’d love to hear from you.
35%
of individuals from lower socio-economic groups are inactive
36%
of the UK population can not afford to be active
£44.92
is the average cost of a gym membership in England
71%
changed their physical activity habits due to financial pressures
Visit us
Unit P, 12 Moorside, Colchester, CO1 2TJ
Opening Hours:
6:00 am - 10:00 pm
7 days a week
phone - 07840 959393
Make an impact today
Support our mission by contributing a donation.